October at HEN India, the festive season of Diwali, a time for celebration, joy, and family, was also a period of relentless growth and empowerment for women entrepreneurs.
Despite the numerous festivities and time constraints, HEN India, a beacon of support and inspiration, continued to illuminate the path to success, even amidst the festivities.
This Diwali, we didn’t just light diyas, we ignited our entrepreneurial spirits.
1. HEN + IWD Networking Meet
Exclusively for HEN Power Circle Members
A special networking meet between Indian Women In Dubai – IWD + Her Entrepreneurial Network – HEN India Networking Meet to connect with incredible women entrepreneurs from India and Dubai.
The power-packed event was designed to help you:
- Build strong connections: Forge alliances that can turn your dreams into reality.
- Explore collaborations: Discover potential partners and spark new ideas.
- Find new leads: Expand your network and connect with potential clients and industry leaders.
- Build lasting relationships: Share your experiences and empower each other’s journeys.
What was in there for you as an Entrepreneur?
- Connect with inspiring women: Network with like-minded individuals who understand your challenges and aspirations.
- Fuel your entrepreneurial journey: Find valuable partnerships and resources.
2. HEN Tuesday: All About Hiring, Team Building, Salaries, Perks, Team Reporting and Much More
An opportunity to connect, collaborate, discuss, and learn from each other.
HEN Tuesdays, your weekly dose of connection, collaboration, and conquering those business challenges together when you feel overwhelmed by your business.
#HenTuesday this week was focused on #hiringnow
The discussion moved from
- Questions to ask while hiring
- Principles to create incentives and bonus
- Reporting of team
- Hiring team v/s outsourcing
- Hiring platforms
And much more…
3. HEN in-person Mumbai Meet: Offline Meets to Connect and Collaborate
An exclusive in-person gathering of Mumbai’s dynamic women entrepreneurs.
In this meet the entrepreneurs:
- Met like-minded women: Connected with inspiring individuals who shared their passions and goals.
- Shared experiences: Learned from each other’s successes and challenges.
- Built lasting relationships: Forged strong connections that can benefit their business.
The in-person Mumbai meet was a haven for connection, collaboration, and inspiration.
Entrepreneurs gathered to engage in open conversations, sharing their business aspirations and challenges. The event provided a platform for building valuable connections, exploring potential collaborations, and fostering a supportive community.
The energy was infectious, and the shared experiences ignited a spark of motivation within each participant.
4. HEN Night Adda - Meta Ads Q&A with Himani Joshi
An Interactive Session led by Himani Joshi, Founder Eduhive
We had an extended session separately for FAQs that followed.
Different queries discussed were
- Where are the Instant Experience formats used? In which social media platforms?
- What type of campaign/ads should be run for product launches?
- Also, how many days/weeks ahead should the teasers run?
- I have an online crystal and healing product shop. Will using Instagram be a good option for me?
- How much budget should we earmark?
- How many times in a day should the ad be served and for how long?
- What are the right placements for art workshop.
5. Beyond Customer Satisfaction - Creating Customer Wow Moments
The session was conducted by Rajanikanth K- Founder, WinnWin Leadership Academy. As the CEO of WINWIN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, he specializes in providing high-end management and leadership training.
Through this session, the entrepreneurs discovered how to:
- Transition from meeting expectations to exceeding them.
- Design customer journeys that deliver a ‘wow’ effect.
- Transform satisfaction into loyalty and advocacy.
6. HEN Lives on Instagram
- Scaling Business with Data Driven SEO Startegies by Neha Agarwal, Founder of DigiAcai
2. Importance of PR: and the business of PR by Sowmya Iyer, Founder of Clarity Foundation
7. HEN Lives on YouTube
HEN Lives are YouTube Lives where HEN Power Circle members come to share their entrepreneurial journey and learnings about their business.
October at HEN was an effort to bring out the best in the festive season!
Key Topics discussed :
- The importance of aligning sales and marketing efforts.
- Strategies for effective lead generation and conversion.
- Overcoming common challenges in sales and marketing.
2. Overcoming Self-Doubt: Women Entrepreneurs
A live conversation with two extraordinary women who have overcome self-doubt and transformed their dreams into reality.
Gunjan Pai, Founder of Copylove and Rashmi Sharma, Founder of TomorrowSmith shared their personal journeys, the challenges they faced, and the strategies that helped them overcome self-doubt. l
Key Topics covered were:
- Overcoming self-doubt and building self-belief.
- The power of awards in recognising and validating your work.
- Strategies for using award wins to increase visibility and impact.
3. Conquer the Competition – Networking Edge
They discussed a variety of strategies to conquer the competition and grow your business, including:
- How to differentiate your brand and stand out from the crowd?
- Building relationships, attending industry events, and leveraging online platforms.
- Utilising social media, content marketing, and SEO to reach your target audience.
- Addressing common obstacles faced by entrepreneurs in competitive industries.
- Using compelling narratives to connect with your audience and build brand loyalty.
October at HEN Recap: A Month of Powerful Connections and Unforgettable Learning
We curated a diverse calendar packed with exciting events that could propel your business forward, ignite new connections, and equip you with invaluable knowledge.
A glimpse of October at HEN: As the festive season of Diwali unfolded, HEN India ensured that our entrepreneurial journey was not just about celebrating traditions but also about celebrating growth and learning.
By providing a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and skill enhancement, HEN India empowered women entrepreneurs to shine brighter, even amidst the festive fervour.
Let’s inspire, uplift, and empower each other.
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Article Contribution by – Sapna Garg