According to the Small Business Administration, only half of all new businesses make it to the five-year mark, and only a third of them survive to reach the 10-year mark. Yet there are people who not only have a successful business, growing it to be a multimillion-dollar company, but that go on to be successful serial entrepreneurs. Figuring out what it takes to have one successful company is a challenge, but doing it more than once is a secret worth sharing.
“I am thrilled to be at the forefront of another successful company that is helping to revolutionize an industry,” explains Tina Aldatz, chief executive officer of SAVVY TRAVELER. “There are many lessons learned about what it takes to be successful in business, and if you can master just a few of them your chances will be that much greater.”
Aldatz’s story is one that most people find impressive, considering she emancipated herself from her parents at the age of 15, and went on to learn everything she could about having a successful business. She created the company “Foot Petals,” which was recognized by Inc. 500, and worth millions. She is now working with her business partner, Margie Floris, to bring that same level of success to SAVVY TRAVELER, a company dedicated to the health and wellness of the traveler.
Sharing 5 lessons Aldatz has learned from being a successful entrepreneur, she starts by advising that people offer something that is needed. Take a look around and notice that something is lacking or could be improved upon, and find a way to capitalize on that idea. Consumers are always interested in new and improved products that will help them in their life.
Other lessons include:
· Being able to reach people on multiple levels. In today’s world, people get their information in a variety of ways, including online, through videos, and more. Aldatz helped in this area by writing a book called “From Stilettos to the Stock Exchange,” where she shares information on her journey from struggle to success.
· Having a good understanding of business and a willingness to take chances. Many people have great ideas, but they rarely ever act upon them. Taking the leap to act on one of those great ideas is essential in order to become successful in business.
· Always being able to overcome challenges, rather than letting them hold you back from reaching your goals. Aldatz overcame numerous challenges in both her private life and professional career, going on to becoming a successful Latina entrepreneur.
· Giving back to the community and those who have helped you along the way. One thing Aldatz did was to create a good bond with those in her community and then give back and help those in need. Good things come from giving back and helping others.
“Tina and I have learned many lessons from being entrepreneurs, but also from working together in business,” says Margie Floris, co-founder of SAVVY TRAVELER, a marketing expert who also helped Foot Petals to become globally successful. “Having a partner is a good way to help move the company forward, provided you compliment each other’s skills. We both bring a lot to the table and together we have created an unstoppable team with SAVVY TRAVELER.”
SAVVY TRAVELER offers a line of products that help to keep travelers healthy and comfortable. For more information, visit the site at http://beasavvytraveler.com or follow @BeASavvyTraveler on Instagram or @BeSavvyTraveler on Twitter for product launches and events.