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ransitioning from the military field into a new line of work can be difficult for any veteran, but this problem seems to be especially prevalent for women looking to transition into business ownership. Veteran Airforce pilots and current business owners Chassity Jackson and Patricia Frame recently took part in a CNBC hosted seminar to discuss their best tips for women veterans looking to start their own businesses. Here are five tips for aspiring women veteran entrepreneurs:
FIVE TIPS
for Women Veteran Entrepreneurs
By Natalie Rodgers
1
Know Your Industry
Of the millions of small businesses in the United States, it can be difficult to make your work stand out. Study the competition and decide what you would like to bring to the table. What will your company be bringing to the table that is different than everything else? What are the consumers of your product looking for and what are some typical frustrations they come across when they are trying to obtain it? Once you understand how your business fits into the industry, keep up on the latest news with competitors and customers to ensure you are fulfilling industry demands.
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