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"As an entrepreneur, I am constantly learning…Some of our best ideas came when someone told us we should not do something…" — Jennifer Hyman

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Tanya Becker ON Mistakes

Co-Founder , Physique 57

Q: It is a common saying that we learn more from our mistakes than from our successes. Can you share a story about a time when you experienced a mistake, and how you eventually came out a winner because of the lesson it taught you?

A: Unfortunately, I have had more than my share of “mistakes” to single one out. I like to think every one I have made has helped bring me to a deeper level of understanding of others and myself. Each mistake presented me with an opportunity to learn and grow enabling me to experience life with more ease and grace. READ MORE »

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claudia ON Mistakes

We’re back from a mini hiatus after a wildly successful, S.H.E. Summit Week thanks to the amazing women like you who made it your inspiration week! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping us establish NYC’s first women’s week of a whopping 43 events…we got love from Gotham Gal, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Huffington READ MORE »

Rachel P. Goldstein

Rachel Goldstein ON Mistakes

President, Agent of Change

Q: It is a common saying that we learn more from our mistakes than from our successes. Can you share a story about a time when you experienced a mistake, and how you eventually came out a winner because of the lesson it taught you?

A: At one particular event our step and repeat didn’t arrive from UPS. My client was furious, and on top of that I had to go on stage, act like nothing happened and introduce the event. My stomach was sick and I was in a foreign environment with this client's negative energy being shot directly at me. There was a specific ... READ MORE »

Elizabeth Gore

Elizabeth Gore ON Mistakes

Resident Entrepreneur, UN Foundation

Q: It is a common saying that we learn more from our mistakes than from our successes. Can you share a story about a time when you experienced a mistake, and how you eventually came out a winner because of the lesson it taught you?

A: I used to move way too fast on things. Our biggest asset is time! Everything can calm down or be thought through for a day! Also, it is vital to take the time and get something right rather than push it through just to make it happen. READ MORE »

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Alle Fister ON Mistakes

Principal, Bollare Communications

Q: It is a common saying that we learn more from our mistakes than from our successes. Can you share a story about a time when you experienced a mistake, and how you eventually came out a winner because of the lesson it taught you?

A: So…would you like these alphabetically or chronologically…! YES, no doubt about it, a mistake learned first-hand with your own dollars, emotion, and time sticks with you! Attention to detail in a negotiation.  You cannot be too zealous to ‘get it done’ – the identifying and exploration of details and how they affect both parties is key. READ MORE »

Jennifer Hyman

Jennifer Hyman ON Mistakes

CEO & Co-founder, Rent the Runway

Q: It is a common saying that we learn more from our mistakes than from our successes. Can you share a story about a time when you experienced a mistake, and how you eventually came out a winner because of the lesson it taught you?

A: I could not agree more with that statement. As an entrepreneur, I am constantly learning by doing every day. You cannot be afraid of failure or of hearing the word “no.”  Some of our best ideas came when someone told us we should not do something, and those have been the most worthwhile lessons.  When we were first launching RTR, ... READ MORE »

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