Today marks a great day of change, faith and action for our country.  Barack Hussein Obama was sworn in as the 44th President of the United States – congratulations President Obama!

President Obama’s use of the word “Change” is an excellent example for businesswomen as well, because change is an action that leads to success and it shows commitment not to stay the same, but to continuously move towards something better and greater.

How will you change your business this year and make a difference in the lives of your clients, your customers, your family and your life?  Take some time to think and reflect on this question and make a commitment to take action in your business by making changes that will have a positive impact.

Below, find 8 characteristics that President Obama has shown throughout his campaign for presidency that as women we can apply to our own businesses.

President Obama:

1. Stayed true to his belief in change and that he could make a difference.


2. Displayed an unshakable mindset and refused to let negative words of others disrupt his vision of becoming president.
3. Took advantage of the opportunity to be president and put it into action.


4. Surrounded himself with a power team that could support and believe in his vision.


5. Shows compassion for all people that transcends the boundaries of race.


6. Shows respect and honor to his wife and listens to her opinions and advice.


7. Accepts responsibility as President during challenging economical times.


8. Says, “Yes We Can” when others show no sign of belief or faith that we can.

As we reflect on the 8 characteristics above, let us stay true to our business vision and goals by:

1. Staying true to yourself and believing in the goals that you have set for 2009


2. Having a focused mindset on your business and refuse to let any form of negativity disrupt your business vision.


3. Taking advantage to grow your business through opportunities and programs designed to help women business owners.


4. Choosing and surrounding yourself with positive people and a power team that can provide mentoring, support and encouragement.


5. Showing compassion for your clients and customers that goes beyond how much money they have to purchase your products or retain your services.


6. Giving respect to others who want to help you with your business and listen to those who are sincerely trying to provide sound advice.


7. Accepting that you are the owner of your own company and regardless of the challenges and obstacles you face in business you will at all times perform your duties with pride and honor.


8. Believing in yourself at all times saying, “Yes I Can” even when others don’t believe you can.

Make a decision to change today by embracing the fact that you can have a successful business, you can make a difference in the lives of your clients and customers and that regardless of the economical challenges in America you are not going to let it get in the way of your success.

Can you achieve your business vision and goals?  YES YOU CAN!

Here’s to a great 2009!