Stepping into the entrepreneurial world in 2023 offers a realm of possibilities, especially in an ever-evolving landscape shaped by changing consumer needs and technological advancements. If you're on the lookout for promising business ideas, you're in the right place. In this blog post, we'll explore 20 lucrative business ideas that have the potential to thrive in the year 2023.

Running a business as a woman requires many of the same skills and strategies as running a business as a man. However, there are also unique challenges that women may face, such as gender bias, stereotypes and even things like pregnancy and needing to wear many hats.

But don’t worry gals, you already know this — but there are also a whole heap of unique strengths that us women bring to the table when it comes to running a business too. If you’re a girl boss or an aspiring girl boss — here are some tips for you, to run and build a successful, meaningful business. (Tips that I’m also learning too).

I find the word failure really strange.

I believe that the people who never failed never tried. There have been moments in my life where I’ve tried, and “failed” — because I’d never done something before, or I’d set the bar too high for myself, or I was juggling too many things, or I just wasn’t well-equipped to accomplish the task set before me.

But the next time I’d try that same task — whether it’s hosting an event, singing live at a gig, going on a great date, or starting a business from scratch — I’d always have so much more confidence, wisdom, insight and skills to do a better job.

So many of us are afraid of failing, because we see it as final, or fatal. Life-defining. But it’s not. It’s only a very, very small step in our journey to growth, wisdom and success. There are so many ways “failing” can benefit you in business. Here are a few.

Taking the time to create a strong business plan will create your roadmap to success. Ultimately, a well-crafted business plan will help you, as the business owner and entrepreneur — to stay focused on the big-picture, stay organised and aware of your strengths, weaknesses, organisational culture and projections. As you gain clarity (and continue to refine your clarity as you revisit your plan over time) — it will create your roadmap and trajectory towards long-term success.

What is hustle culture, and why is it overrated?

Hustle culture is the idea that success is achieved through constant hard work, productivity, and the constant pursuit of goals. Now — hard work, productivity and pursuing goals is… Goals (smile). It is honourable and attractive to see someone really driven and motivated to build a life they are proud of. But if we’re being realistic, constantly operating in a state of high pressure, deadlines and unwavering drive without proper rest, care and maintenance isn’t sustainable in the long run. It’s not realistic.

While it can be motivating for some, hustle culture is overrated for a few reasons:

It can lead to burnout: Constantly pushing yourself to work harder for longer hours without much of a break (let alone quality sleep, food and time with loved ones) can lead to physical and mental exhaustion, which will leak into every area of your life. Including your relationships, happiness, and ironically, even the quality of your work.

Because it emphasises work as the most important thing in life, conforming to hustle culture might skew your priorities. If you start believing that your business is more important than your commitment to taking care of your health and wellbeing — it can lead you to neglect your personal relationships, hobbies and overall health and have a detrimental effect on your quality of life.

Lastly, hustle culture is unrealistic: When you’re under constant pressure to work hard and be productive — it can ultimately be demotivating. As humans, we all need breaks, downtime, rest and play, to perform at our best.

Business will be both wonderful and incredibly challenging. Gut wrenchingly difficult yet rewarding beyond what words could describe. Experts say that building something from nothing is more difficult than scaling it, so if you’ve got a business up and running — well done! It is no small thing.

By reaching out for support, delegating some of the load, setting aside time to rest, doing the things we you outside of work and asking the hard questions — you can build a meaningful business that aligns with your personal values and lifestyle.

Set boundaries. Make bold decisions. Know that you are taking the driver’s seat and setting the course of your life. Make sure you remember to laugh more and enjoy the process.

If you’re a small business owner, and you’re feeling burnt out, you’re not alone. It’s a horrible place to be — but sometimes our bodies know best. If you’ve been operating at full-steam without much support, rest, rewards, and cashflow, it can have a detrimental long-term effect on your wellbeing.

Burnout is your body’s way of telling you that you’ve reached your limits (probably a long time ago), and you’ve pushed through. But you need (note the emphasis): you need to take care of yourself. Not just as an emergency resort, (if you’re currently burnt out, it is an emergency, and you need to listen to your body) — but consistently. Consistent self-care is the key for us to thrive in our business, relationships, homes, etc. Prevention is always better than cure.

If you’re feeling at the end of yourself mentally and physically, here are some things I tried to put into practice to bring myself back to equilibrium.

What should I consider before starting a business or side-hustle? What exactly is involved in starting a business? Here are 5 things you should consider before starting a business or a side hustle. It’s not all that glamorous as social media makes it sound, but it’s rewarding for sure (despite the challenges). Read this before you start your business.

Here are 5 reasons why you should start your own business in 2023: Working for yourself in 2023 can bring a number of benefits, including:

Independence and Autonomy: Being your own boss and running your own business gives you a sense of independence and autonomy. You get to make the decisions and create the vision for your business, which can be incredibly empowering.

Flexibility: As a business owner, you have the ability to set your own schedule and work from anywhere you choose. This can be a great benefit for those who value work-life balance or have other commitments outside of work.

Creative Expression: Starting your own business allows you to express your creativity and pursue your passions. Whether you are launching a new product or providing a unique service, you have the freedom to create something that is truly your own.

Financial Benefits: Owning a successful business can be financially rewarding. You have the potential to earn more money than you would as an employee, and you can also benefit from tax deductions and other financial perks.

Personal Growth: Running a business requires a lot of hard work and perseverance, which can lead to personal growth and development. You will learn new skills, build your confidence, and overcome challenges along the way.

Overall, starting your own business can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience, but it also requires a lot of dedication and hard work.

Mistakes aren’t final, or fatal, or life-defining. But there are a few mistakes that save a lot of time, stress and money as a business owner. They might seem simple in theory, but can be a little more complex in practice. Like all good things in life. Here are some mistakes I’ve made that would be good for you to avoid in your business.

One of the hardest things about business is feeling alone in it. But we’re never truly alone. It takes a lot of courage and vulnerability to reach out for support.

It’s unfortunately common for entrepreneurs to feel alone when it comes to running their business. When feeling alone, it can be a good sign to rebuild our support network, reassess our values & take a look at our schedule or workload to see if there are any changes that can be made. Here are a few things I’ve found incredibly beneficial to feel more supported and less alone as an entrepreneur.