Coined by Antonia Chitty, the term ‘Mumpreneur’ has yet to debut in the English Dictionary but is a massive movement in the business space. Mums are juggling housework, children, and errands while building their businesses. Many mumpreneurs worldwide are challenging high-flying VC-backed entrepreneurs to find massive success in their different niches.
So how do you build a successful business as a mumpreneur? Our team at Mumsbuzzar has compiled a list of some vital tips and strategies to guide you through your entrepreneurial journey. They include:
Let Go Of Perfectionism
Many mums are prone to perfectionism, but that needs to change when running a business and your household simultaneously. Easing up in perfectionism is excellent advice for any family situation or business but do not forget to have a mix of both. To be a successful entrepreneur, you often hinge on how you react when things do not go as planned.
Most times, you will find that many situations can be salvaged or course-corrected, and sometimes they can’t, like in the case of a medical emergency. In family and business, you will need not cling to a fixed perfect plan and pivot wherever you can. Take a deep breath in an emergency and weigh all your options moving forward.
If you cannot let go of perfectionism, you may not only experience much stress but also miss many positive opportunities because they were not part of the plan.
Find A Business Coach For Mumpreneurs
Once you have a clear vision for your business, you will be a business coach to help you propel your idea. A business is the same as having a sport; having a coach is essential to help the team achieve their goals.
You will also need a mentor to help you find all your blind spots in your business. There are days when you will be overwhelmed, and a business coach will help you deal with the issues you may have in your business. However, be sure to look for a certified business coach because many fraudsters available today do not have the business coaching experience or qualifications.
Do Not Forget About Your Health
It is important always to try to maintain your and your family’s health. If your health is suffering, you cannot perform to your optimal self. You may also find it hard to take care of your family and business.
Eat a balanced diet, drink plenty of water and have a workout routine to ensure your body is always in top condition. Poor health affects your family and your work. Do not forget to rest whenever needed; you will reap great benefits for your business and health.
Multi-Tasking
If you plan to be a mumprenuer, you will be going through a lot of multitasking. For example, you can squeeze in some business emails while at it if you need to exercise. You can also get through some admin work when you’re waiting for your kids in your dentist’s waiting room. Do not forget to take extra care of yourself and some much-needed ‘me time’, but you should also take advantage of the dull moments to get through some of your tasks.
Do Not Do It All Alone
Raising a family and starting a business venture alone can be pretty hard for anyone. Always ask for help when you need it. Also, accept help when it is offered and also make time to get to know other people as well.
You can also seek the help of peer-to-peer platforms where there are other mumpreneurs. They can also help you out professionally and personally beneficial. You may also find another complete filling there for personal growth or as a mentor. You might be surprised how much you can learn from other mumpreneurs.
Sell on Mumsbuzzar
Mumsbuzzar is an e-commerce platform designed to help you sell all your organic products and eco-friendly business services from the comfort of your home. Our platform is skillfully designed to allow us to market your business to your target audience and help you increase your sales. At the same time, you get to focus on providing your customers with high-quality products and services.
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