Co-Founder/CEO OME Gear | Creator of Innovative Outdoor Products | Podcast Host | TEDx Speaker | Keynote Speaker | Champion of Women Inventors | Investor
Here’s something that gives stacey and me incredible hope… More than 60% of the women inventors we interact with are 45-65+ years old (this actual number is a rough estimate - and likely higher - but is definitely directionally accurate). We love talking with younger women because they approach their products with a unique perspective. But, we get a little extra energized when we get to talk with women who are on their “second mountain”. The majority of these women have had leadership positions in organizations - whether for profit or nonprofit. Many of them have raised children. Many of them have learned the hard and soft skills that are necessary for success. Many of them have been broken at least one point in their lives. And all of them want to help others. As a result, they’ve had a burning idea growing inside of them that they want to put out into the world. And they are doing it. ?? We are seeing so much diversity in women who are taking their products to market - black, white, young, older, straight, gay, rich, poor… all the things. And we LOVE it. You are never too old (or "too... " anything) to take the plunge. #entrepreneurship #womeninbusiness #womensupportingwomen #product #innovation #founderstory
It's underreported but most successful new businesses are started by people aged 40-60, mostly due to these folks having deep industry expertise and connections. https://hbr.org/2018/07/research-the-average-age-of-a-successful-startup-founder-is-45
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This is so refreshing to read. There are so many sharks out there and you just don't know who is authentic these days. Being a solo founder is scary in itself. Keep encouraging and helping others ,just reading this helps others like myself to continue on.
Love this. Keep doing what you’re doing.
I may or may not be to the right of center in that age group ??
Your limitations are only what you hold over yourself. Be Free, Be Wildly Emphatic, Be a Woman!!
Love these stats!!
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3 周Jules, this post is incredibly inspiring! ?? It's amazing to hear about the wave of women stepping into their second act with boldness and bringing their ideas to life. The wisdom and resilience that comes from years of experience, combined with a passion to make an impact, is truly unstoppable. ?? I love the diversity you're seeing in women entrepreneurs – it’s a beautiful reminder that age, background, or life circumstances should never be barriers to pursuing innovation and entrepreneurship. ?? What advice would you give to women who are hesitating to take the plunge and bring their ideas to market? ??