Finding a mentor can often be harder than discovering your passions. But once you find your passions and a mentor you are unstoppable.

Where have you come from? Where are you going? The answers to these questions are vital in helping you to envision your future Start by writing your life story, but try to limit it to a page or two. Simply focus on the highlights. That will give you enough material to reflect on what you’ve learned from past experiences. It’s important to realize that with every experience, you grow.

Having a clear outline for your college paper helped get you an A, and going into business is no different. To achieve your dreams, you need a clear picture of what you want. And it helps to put it in writing…   Begin by choosing three words to describe your business, even if that business is not yet off the ground.  

What does your office say about you?  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2007 the average American worked 42.9 hours a week. Over the course of a year, this added up to approximately 2,230 hours, which is about 13.3 weeks straight. If you’re spending this much time in your office, create a space that reflects the real you by addressing the needs of your five senses.

How do you build your social network? Is it with other women business owners or with women in the same or similar line of work? Have you considered joining a woman’s organization that would add meaning to your life—and to the lives of others? Here’s the message: Don’t isolate yourself. Reach out in a real and meaningful way, and not only will you be blessed, but you will touch the hearts of others. Begin by doing your homework. This will help you find the organizations and relationships that best suit your needs.