What inspires you?

I am inspired by the women I meet every day while working in my store. Women love to talk and share stories, and this is the stuff that inspires me - cancer survivors, widows, women in their 90s with all their wisdom, new mothers, grandmothers, sisters, friends, and everything in between. I have the benefit of chatting and engaging with some of the best humans around. This inspires me to be a better mother, friend, wife, and woman.

How long have you been in business on Jetty Road?

21 years this year (Attitudes has been trading for 31).

What do you love about being a woman in business?

In my early days as a new mum, I felt guilty about working. Over time, I realized I was not alone and that I became a better mother by working - yes, tired sometimes but happier because I was also nourishing my soul by surrounding myself with other women. With free parenting advice! Being a woman in business allowed me not only to challenge myself but also to find safety with other women/mums in business - I was not alone.

What is a female-led business that you admire? Or a female you look up to?

How cool was Iris Apfel just being herself? Not worried about social norms or expectations - this is what I look up to. Beauty is being comfortable in your skin. I love that.

What is one piece of advice you would give other women?

Give them something to talk about - they're gonna talk about you anyway!

What inspires you?

My clients inspire me daily; I work with women who are feeling fatigued and exhausted, yet their commitment to themselves is inspiring. Watching them reach a point where they know something needs to change and then put themselves higher on the priority list and then reach for their health goals is truly inspiring. It takes courage and strength for these women to create new boundaries, be open to learning what their bodies need, and then take action to put the steps in place.

How long have you been in business on Jetty Road?

We have been open for 2.5 years at the Jetty Road premises and are absolutely loving the Glenelg community.

What do you love about being a woman in business?

Working alongside other women in business, I love seeing other women succeed. Their success pushes me to think bigger and believe that it is all possible.

What is a female-led business that you admire? Or a female you look up to?

My business coach inspires me to think differently about business and how we design our lives. I admire her ability to create a business that works for her and the way she teaches me about thinking outside the box when it comes to all things business and life.

What is one piece of advice you would give other women?

Finding your passion and seeing it as a vision, then stepping into the person you need to become to make that happen, as well as being persistent and patient towards any vision or goals.

What inspires you?

Seeing the next generation of women enjoy the freedom to make career choices and build on the hard-won gains that have been made for women in the workforce over the past 40-plus years! We still have a long way to go in terms of equity in pay and conditions – an ongoing challenge – and I am appreciative of our colleagues, both male and female, who are prepared to take a progressive stance on these issues.

How long have you been in business on Jetty Road?

We have had the practice for about 22 years now when my husband took over an existing business.

What do you love about being a woman in business?

Over the 45 years I have worked in this profession, I have loved being a strong role model for other women, and being my boss. Having the privilege to be involved in regulatory and other organisations, even if, in earlier days it was as a token female!

What is a female-led business that you admire? Or a female you look up to?

I was always in awe of Anita Roddick. She was the founder of The Body Shop, with its strong ethical focus and values base which spilled over into every aspect of her life. Apart from being a very successful businesswoman, Anita was a human rights campaigner and environmentalist who was not afraid to take on any organisation at the top level if they were not doing the “right” thing or to put herself at considerable personal risk to fight for the rights of the disadvantaged in our world.

What is one piece of advice you would give other women?

Find something that you enjoy and go for it!

What inspires you?

As women, we create a community, and seeing that community of women feeling good about themselves inspires me. We all know that life can often feel serious, so I am for adding more fun. I say buy that cute top, add that lipstick… it’s not solving world problems, but getting a skip back in your walk is a start. When you feel good about yourself, you inspire others to feel the same.

How long have you been in business on Jetty Road?

I’ve been on Jetty Road for 5 years and 22 years in Glenelg.

What do you love about being a woman in business?

For me, being in business is empowering; it allows me to feel in control of my life, and it also gives me my creative space.

What is a female-led business that you admire? Or a female you look up to?

Camilla Franks from Camilla the Label, Mia Freedman from Mamamia, and the iconic, late, Carla Zampatti.

What is one piece of advice you would give other women?

When you feel good about yourself, you inspire others to feel the same.

What inspires you?

Having women feel good about themselves, no matter their shape or size at affordable prices and having fun with their shopping experience.

How long have you been in business on Jetty Road?

I’ve been on Jetty Road for 4 years.

What do you love about being a woman in business?

In my fashion business, I can be myself, I love getting dressed up, and I just love coming to work and playing dress-ups with my customers.

What is a female-led business that you admire? Or a female you look up to?

I worked for Wendy Higgins who had her Mortgage Choice franchise. We were the number 1 office in Australia; her work ethic was second to none and treated everyone, including staff, with the utmost respect

What is one piece of advice you would give other women?

I started my business only 4 years ago at the age of 59. I opened my business only two months before Covid hit, and the economic downturn in the last two years has been challenging, to say the least. I have listened to the feedback my customers have given me and been very open-minded to taking on suggestions from other businesswomen. My advice is - Love what you do and then be prepared to put in the hard yards!