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When we talk about female entrepreneurs who have changed the landscape of business in Africa, Tara Fela-Durotoye stands tall as a pioneer, visionary, and builder of legacies. For many women in business, she is more than a role model; she is living proof that you can build with purpose, scale with integrity, and eventually hand over the reins without fear. Tara recently officially announced her transition from Founder & CEO of House of Tara to welcome a new Managing Director, marking a significant moment in the story of the brand she founded over 20 years ago. For us at SkillHer, this isn’t just a headline, it’s a masterclass in building businesses that outlast their founders. At SkillHer, we celebrate stories like this, not just because they spotlight successful women, but because they leave us with actionable lessons on growth, leadership, and legacy-building. The House of Tara Journey From starting her business as a law student to becoming a leading name in Africa’s beauty indus...

International Women’s Day is a time to recognize the strength, achievements, and resilience of women everywhere. As we #AccelerateProgress, we are reminded that growth begins with the words we speak to ourselves. In this special SkillHer.Org  IWD feature, a few of our community members share affirmations that fuel their journeys—words of strength, ambition, and self-belief. May these affirmations inspire you to own your path, take up space, and keep pushing forward. Betty DaDa:  Food Entrepreneur "I am bold, fearless, and unstoppable. I possess the strength, wisdom, and courage to turn my dreams into reality. Excellence is spinal to me. I rise with purpose and embrace my power unapologetically."   To my fellow women, You are strong, capable, and deserving of every opportunity that comes your way. Your voice matters, your dreams are valid, and your potential is limitless. Keep shining, queen—your light inspires others to rise. You are enough, just as you are, and the...

The recent SkillHer Meets session held on 22nd February, 2025 focused on a crucial aspect of professional and personal development: finding or creating work that supports and sustains your well-being. Led by Boluwatife Mary Bello, a botanist, global and Amazon ambassador, business coach, and CEO of Sui Generis Events Management Services and Yo MamasKitchen, the session provided practical strategies for designing a fulfilling career or business. This SkillHer event was held online via google meets, enabling wide participation and engagement. Key Takeaways from the Session: The Importance of Aligning Work with Well-being Participants learned that true success isn't just about financial gains but also about achieving a harmonious balance between work, purpose, and well-being. Amb Bolu shared her personal journey, illustrating how to effectively balance school, work, purpose, and well-being. She emphasized that finding work that aligns with your lifestyle is essential for long-term hap...

  Happy Valentine’s Day! Enjoy the poem below as a Valentine’s special to women out there courtesy of one of our community members! 🌹 Rise, Woman, Rise With hands that build and hearts that dream, You shape the world, you spark the beam. Through trials fierce, through paths unknown, Your strength is fire, your will is stone. You learn, you lead, you light the way, Breaking barriers day by day. At SkillHer’s core, your power grows, A force unshaken, a light that glows. So rise, dear woman, claim your space, With skill and courage, run the race. The world is yours—go stand up tall, For you are mighty, you have it all. 💜

We recently held a goal setting workshop for members of our community. Below are some excerpts you should find beneficial for quick reference:    As we all know, dreams without plans remain just that—dreams. This session will help you turn your vision into *clear, achievable steps*. Let’s get started! *  Why Goal-Setting Matters* Before we begin, take a moment to reflect:   *Think of one big dream you have for this year.*   *What’s stopping you from achieving it?*  Drop your thoughts in your notepad! Now, let’s talk about *why setting goals is important*:   Goals give you *clarity*—they turn vague dreams into something concrete.   They *keep you focused*—helping you prioritize what really matters.   Goals **increase motivation**—you’re more likely to take action when you have a clear plan.   They allow you to **track progress**—so you can celebrate small wins along the way.  Would you say you currently ...