The Inspired Women of Worth (iWOW) has again inspired women to think globally, yet act locally to sustain their businesses and make a difference in whatever they do.
Speaking during iWOW’s global possibilities summit, 2019 during the weekend at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos, Claire Omatseye, managing director, JNC International Limited (JNCI) said that in thinking globally and acting locally, women entrepreneurs must take self development seriously.
Omatseye noted that in making a difference, there is a need for passion, hard work, innovation, perseverance, self development, positive and creative thinking.
She stressed on passion and purpose as requirements for profit, adding that surrounding one’s self with right thinking people will help entrepreneurs stay on their vision and purpose.
She praised women for being multi-tasking but stressed on the need to be careful on taking up so much responsibilities that could be overwhelming and affect their health.
Also speaking on the theme of the event “Power Woman,” Udo Okonji, founder and Trustee of IWOW, explained that in raising powerful women, there is a need to develop a sense of clarity and confidence.
Okonji noted that in being a power woman, the starting point is choosing a name as a way to discover yourself and work at achieving the name you have ascribed to yourself.
“Don’t be afraid to choose words and names that connect with you. There is something about a name that makes you level up. Just by embracing your light, demonstrating your gift, just by being you and inspiring people, you are a power woman.
“A power woman is a woman on a journey to finding and fulfilling purpose. Follow your interest and passion. Solve the problems around you and you will be fulfilling purpose. Entrepreneurs fight until they achieve their dreams,” she added.
According to her, some of the requirements of becoming a power woman include having a growth plan, creating a vision and staying on it, having a change of mindset for a better transformation, finding a power tribe, focusing on building an empire, not being afraid of success, not being a hater of successful women, bringing something to the table, being bold, fearless and courageous, being able to give, love and empowering other people.
Also speaking during a panel session at the event, Kate Henshaw, Nigerian actress stated that to be a person of influence, women need to build a support system, develop communication skills and being able to stand alone when you need to.
Renee Boateng, a personal branding and development coach spoke on the need to have a personal brand, adding that personal branding can earn women respect, trust and value.
Ifeoma Okeke
