Women Helping Women Succeed in Business The continued rise of women as successful entrepreneurs and in business does not lessen the need to support each other; rather, the need is even greater, to expand the reach of our influence, redefine our roles and create institutional antibodies against the loss of achievement and momentum.B B The ways we can contribute to each other in business are seemingly endless.B B Here are but a few. Networking.B B Women networksb in myriad formsb are proliferating, and for good reason: they strengthen the foundation of the ubiquitous sisterhood, encourage us in what we do, increase our public profiles, hatch new ideas and generate new opportunities. Building networks are part and parcel of community building among women in business.B B They are also practical: our ability to succeed often will depend on relationships.B B Build them; what we water grows. Mentoring.B B Studies show that women with mentors are more successful in business than otherwise.B While this is not the forum to wax in depth about the values of mentoring, suffice to note that mentor relationships are immeasurably value and vital and, better still, generate symbiotic benefits. Leadership Support.B B One of the most difficult leadership moments is making unpopular (but necessary) decisions. When that happens, leaders, no matter how courageous and impervious to criticism they seem on the surface, need our support, loyalty and encouragement. This applies especially to women, who operate in a business world where the deck is often stacked against them.B B We can contribute to our overall success by supporting our women leaders. Can you add to this list?