Who are the women that inspire me?

A few months ago, while I was preparing for my video "In the News | Picture a leader," I started reflecting on the women in my life that inspire me. When I hear someone being able to name one person or a few people as their role models or idols, it amazes me.
 
I have always struggled with calling people that I don't know personally my role model. After contemplating on what being a role model meant to me, I decided to start identifying traits in women around me that inspire me. As I wrote the desirable traits down, I started realizing that these women have the same values that I have and similar legacies as I want to have.
 
In this blog post, I will share the five types of women that inspire me and how they have influenced me on my journey.
 
Type 1: Women who are pioneers in their field
Every time I hear about a woman who did something new in her area or invented something, I am inspired to explore new endeavors. For me, it comes down to a sense of pride for another woman winning. On my journey so far, there have been situations where I was the first or "only" person. Especially in my professional life, I have to constantly remind myself of the great women who felt alone on their own journeys but still pressed on and succeeded.
 
Type 2: Women who defied the odds and became great
The bold women who do things no one thought they could do are a huge source of inspiration for me. On my journey, I have come across many brave women in my life. Seeing someone make the best from a less than perfect situation motivates me. When I start doubting my ability to achieve my bold goals, I remind myself of the great women who defied the odds and succeeded.
 
Type 3: Women who built and own businesses
Especially since I now know what it takes to start a business, I am inspired by every woman who owns her business. Being an entrepreneur takes much courage, and it is not easy. I have learned many valuable lessons from female founders who had a passion or dream and built successful businesses.
 
Type 4: Women who have a positive attitude and message
Women who have the ability to stay positive and hopeful in our world today are my heroes. It takes much energy to see the good in life, people, or situations. I aspire to have and share a positive message with everyone around me.
 
Type 5: Women who support other women
Any woman that makes it a priority to lift other women has my respect. On my journey, I have been fortunate to have women who supported me personally and in my career. This is precisely what motivates me to build a community of women that support each other.
 
Final Thoughts

• Having women whose experiences and successes inspire you is essential.
• Surround yourself with women that inspire you and encourage you to do great things.
• Be an inspiration for other women around you.

 
Call to Action
What are the traits that inspire you in other women? Know what inspires you.
Who are the women that inspire you? Identify three women around you.
 
Great Resources

• What It Really Takes To Be Inspiring
• Be a Woman of Impact With These 8 Qualities of Women Leaders
• 10 Success Tips from Today’s Most Inspirational Women
• Tapping the Potential: The Keys to Inspiring Women Leaders
• 7 Characteristics of Inspiring Leaders
• Get Motivated To Pursue Your Dreams Like These Inspiring Women
• 60 Inspirational Quotes for Women on Strength and Leadership

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