As women, sometimes we put our own roadblocks in front of us. The more we become successful, the greater the challenges that face us. And, incredibly, the larger the obstacle in our path, the more life-affirming, creative, and energizing is the solution -- if we are ready to take on that role and responsibility.

Some examples of putting obstacles in our own way include:

For many women who are interested in going into business, the biggest obstacle to getting started is simply getting started. If we get bogged down in doing market research, perfecting a business plan, doing surveys, questionnaires, and focus groups, and tinkering with the item in question, we actually don’t get sales. If we start looking for customers and selling, we do get sales.

We are far, far more interested in stories then we are interested in your sales talk.

We're excited to hear the story of how you got into business.

We're inspiried by the obstacles you face and how you overcome them.

What is your story? Share your story and personalize your company's mission, vision, and values. Why do your customers support you? What does it mean to join your company's list of clients? Who are you? Why do we want to get involved?

Tell us an engaging story and give us a reason to care.

My story:

I receive ongoing updates from "The Universe", which is a great e-mail reminder service from TUT's Adventurers Club, at http://www.tut.com

This past one was great, and I want to share it: