I’ve continue to be a proud supporter of women in business and what a great time of the year that we get to celebrate for a month! The businesses who have persevered through the past two years and navigated the ups and downs of lost revenue, COVID-19, business regulations, family health issues and way more have to take their arm over their shoulder and pat themselves on the back for a job well-done!

As we continue to be scrappy, dedicated and focused, it’s also important to have support of other women leaders. Those women who can identify with your worry and struggles. Not only can we be a sounding board but we can help motivate you and offer great advice, from a different perspective.

So here are some ideas for entrepreneurs to support women owned businesses. These were in an article I read in Forbes magazine last year but resonates still.

1. Investing in women owned business. This means not only buying products but mentoring up and offering advice.

2. Celebrate one another’s success. Shout out a woman owned business on social media or send a note celebrating their accomplishments.

3. Doing business or starting a business couldn’t be more challenging. Speaking up if you see inequality and support a cause that is women-related on social media. Mentoring a younger woman in business or promoting individual businesses that are created by women empowers the female entrepreneur community.

4. Make an impactful introduction. By introducing other women in business can be life-changing. Think of that perfect person that would benefit from the introduction.

5. Share you knowledge. The best way to support women in business as a female business leader is to share your knowledge and pay it forward. If your past mistakes or successes can help other women avoid similar mistakes or provide them with a great idea, then you've made a positive impact with not a whole lot of effort.