Celebrating WomenHood This 2014:Rachel Olsen

Rachel Olsen: Occupation: Founder, BestmomproductsRachel-Olsen-To-Post

Education: B.A., Broadcast Communication, Arizona State University                                                              

Rachel Olsen,In 2010 while bringing a medical device to the consumer market, had a challenging time finding stories of real business experience online.  “There was a massive amount of information but it was difficult to cut through the fluff,” said Rachel. She wanted to hear candid stories focusing on the nuances of business, the challenges entrepreneurs faced and how they overcame them.  What she found was a lot of overnight success stories leaving out the how-to details, especially costly mistakes.

 

Rachel Olsen is currently growing Best Mom Products, a digital media company “Where Mompreneurs Share Their Adventures in Business.”  The Best Mom Products Show & Podcast is available on www.bestmomproducts.com, iTunes (New & Noteworthy), Stitcher Radio and YouTube.

 

What qualities does it take for someone to be successful as an entrepreneur?

Almost everyone I’ve interviewed says perseverance and hustle. If you don’t give up, you continue to learn what works and doesn’t work. Failure will eventually show you success as long as you keep trying. It might not be doing what you thought but it will all lead you to a path of growth.

What challenges keep you awake at night?

I’m trying to figure out how to monetize my services. I have a store with affiliate marketing links where people can buy the products of the mom’s I interview. I have some show sponsors, too. But really determining the ‘right’ direction to take my business and focus on is what keeps me awake.  

What is it about your job that makes you feel it’s the right fit for you?

It feels natural. I’m always connecting with and learning from entrepreneurial women who took a risk. It’s hard to imagine doing anything else. I get to see the bigger impact I’m making when listeners tell me they’re going to change the way they do something or try something based on what another open mompreneur shared.  

What are some of the rules you live by?

Life is too short to spend time doing something you don’t care deeply about.  Listen to your intuition. No one knows you like YOU.

 What one piece of advice do you wish you could tell a 21-year-old version of yourself?

No one has it all figured out. When you feel like someone does and want to be just like them, remember your gifts, your skills and all you have to offer to the world. No one has your voice. Be of value to others. When you provide value, good things will come your way.

Addiemall “Divas” wishes Rachel  Olsen  a very happy womens day all the Best on her Future Endeavors through Bestmomproducts.

Womens Day 2014! What Can We Do!

Women’s Day 2014::What Can We Do?                                                                                                                                                                            wd

It’s not just the start of spring we’re celebrating in March—the 8th of the month marks International Women’s Day, so get out your party hats.

Womens Day is celebrated in different ways in different countries.For Instance,In China, ManyEmployees give half of the day off to female employees, while in Morocco telecommunications companies are offereing free movie tickets to all women.So what could be the little we can do to make this day a memorable our day?Here we go…

Gather your BFFs and celebrate the power of womanhood and liberation this International Women’s Day. Indulge in scrumptious meals, dance the night away, shop till you drop or pamper yourself at a spa. Do whatever it is that pleases you.  It’s your day, so live it up!

 

Play the new Half the Sky Facebook game 

It’s based on the best-selling book and allows you to create change in the real world too.A new Facebook adventure that raises awareness & funds to empower women & girls across the world. Available in English and French for desktop/laptop computers only

 

The Global IWD Women’s Arts

All the artworks (paintings, sculptures, installations, photographs, drawings, sketches, collages …) and stories have been created by diverse women from around the world to inspire, challenge, entertain and provoke thought from a gender angle. The impressive artworks celebrate the artistic grace of women. The stories are of celebration, hurt, triumph, shock, humour, anger, remembrance and question.

downloadThe Global IWD Women’s Arts Initiative was established in 2011 to celebrate the collective creative ability of women. 2011 saw 100 years since the first International Women’s Day was held, so to mark the Centenary, this initiative was launched. 

To contribute to the Global IWD Women’s Arts Initiative:
– for artwork guidelines and requirements click here

Donate to your favorite women’s cause or charity. Mark March 8th on your calendar every year and give if you can afford it. Or donate your talents instead. Sign up to volunteer, whether you’re designing pamphlets or helping organize events.

                                                                          Its your Day of Celebration.Before Letting You Go Heres a Video of Celeration of Women who  contributed to around the world.Enjoy***  Video