She Strengthens

Empowered Women, Empowering Words

As I navigate the ups and downs of my career, I often find myself seeking inspiration from strong, hard-working women who have paved their own paths to success. These women are the epitome of dedication, perseverance, and passion – qualities that I believe are essential for achieving long-term success.

The Power of Hard Work and Determination

Unlike the clichéd motivational quotes that litter social media, the words of these successful women resonate deeply with me. They speak to the importance of putting in the effort, making sacrifices, and staying focused on one’s goals. As a designer, I’m proud to be part of an industry that boasts strong female representation, where women are breaking barriers and achieving incredible things.

Words of Wisdom from Trailblazing Women

When I need a boost of motivation, I turn to the following quotes from some of the most successful women in their fields:

• “Speak in statements instead of apologetic questions.” – Tina Fey, Actress & Comedian
• “Just because you fail once, doesn’t mean you’re going to fail at everything. Keep trying, hold on, and always, always, always, believe in yourself…” – Marilyn Monroe, Actress, Model & Singer
• “Don’t lament so much about how your career is going to turn out. You don’t have a career. You have a life. Do the work. Keep the faith. Be true blue.” – Cheryl Strayed, Writer

Career Advice from the Best

These women offer valuable insights on how to navigate the challenges of building a successful career:

• “If I could offer any advice, it would be: Be your own shrink and ask yourself tough questions…” – Joanna Coles, Cosmopolitan, Editor-in-Chief
• “Even if I’m completely unsure, I’ll pretend I know exactly what I’m talking about, and make a decision.” – Anna Wintour, Vogue, Editor-in-Chief
• “You have to [go outside your comfort zone]. Andy Warhol said ‘ay yes to everything’.” – Cynthia Rowley, Designer

Networking, Learning, and Growing

These women also stress the importance of networking, continuous learning, and embracing opportunities for growth:

• “Network, network, network, and in the process remember you’re always selling yourself.” – Melissa Guy, Sales Development Manager
• “Cram your head with characters and stories. Abuse your library privileges. Never stop looking at the world…” – Jennifer Weiner, Writer
• “When you do something you’re not ready to do, that’s when you push yourself and you grow.” – Marissa Mayer, CEO of Yahoo!

Courage, Resilience, and Perseverance

Finally, these women remind us that courage, resilience, and perseverance are essential for overcoming obstacles and achieving success:

• “Take criticism seriously, but not personally.” – Hillary Rodham Clinton, American politician and former United States Secretary of State
• “Someone once told me growth and comfort do not coexist. And I think it’s a really good thing to remember.” – Ginni Rometty, President and CEO of IBM
• “Failure meant a stripping away of the inessential. I stopped pretending to myself that I was anything other than what I was, and began to direct all my energy into finishing the only work that mattered to me.” – J.K Rowling, Writer