Complaining or nagging in business works about as well as it does at home. Women can deal with every challenge in business without complaining, criticizing, yelling, cussing, or being negative. One rule of thumb is to suggest a viable solution instead of criticizing others. Motivate and persuade instead of yelling or bullying to get your point across. Remember to take a couple of deep breaths when you begin to feel overwhelmed; and before you lash out, ask yourself  “Is it worth the liability?”

6. Failing to Delegate

Profit most often comes from getting the job done. You don’t necessarily have to do the job yourself, but you have to work smart and delegate. Some women are not only afraid to delegate, they just don’t know how to ask other people for help. To make matters worse, they also do the work of others. One word of advice: stop.

You need to delegate or you will never expand your business. Identify who can do the job the best for you. Ask, don’t tell, people to do something. Be firm and develop a cooperative working effort. In this way, you not only better manage your work, you also empower the people who work for you so they can excel.