Making it in business isn’t about spreadsheets, this or that. It’s about guts, tenacity and, above all, street smarts.
Join Sarah Shaw as she talks with successful entrepreneurs about all the hard won lessons they’ve learned on the mean streets of the business world. If you’ve ever felt stuck, stifled or even just scared to get out there and make your mark, you’ll learn how even the most successful entrepreneurs overcame failure and found the power to move forward. So forget about learning about business in school, because all you need to make it big is a Street Smart MBA.
Join Sarah Shaw as she talks with successful entrepreneurs about all the hard won lessons they’ve learned on the mean streets of the business world. If you’ve ever felt stuck, stifled or even just scared to get out there and make your mark, you’ll learn how even the most successful entrepreneurs overcame failure and found the power to move forward. So forget about learning about business in school, because all you need to make it big is a Street Smart MBA.
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Bruce Gifford of 360 Cashmere
Bruce Gifford is a 4th generation apparel designer so he is no stranger to fabrics and textiles. Bruce started importing knitwear from the Far East in the early 1980’s and has made close to 200 trips to Asia since then. Bruce shares his startup story and how he has created and recreated brands over the […]
Mar 29, 2017
S.W. Basics founder Adina Grigore
How do you go from making lotions and potions in your kitchen to being on the shelves of Target and Ulta? How do you go from making lotions and potions in your kitchen to being on the shelves of Target and Ulta? A lot of hard work, innovation and elbow grease says Adina Grigore of […]
Mar 15, 2017
Julie Fredrickson of Stowaway Cosmetics knows what works when it comes to makeup
Stowaway Cosmetics knows makeup Julie Fredrickson of Stowaway Cosmetics knows what works and doesn’t when it comes to makeup. Having old expired makeup rolling around your bottomless handbag or gym bag just didn’t cut it for her. Looking at what was available in the market she couldn’t find anything tiny…..at all. Yes, we all get […]
Feb 15, 2017
Meet Fashion Icon Rebecca Minkoff
Join me and Rebecca Minkoff as we chat about her bold move to New York at 18 to become a fashion designer after becoming interested in costume design in high school. Rebecca worked for a fashion house for several years honing her skills and learning the ropes while she tinkered with launching her own brand. […]
Feb 08, 2017
Interview with Sarah Buscho of Earth Tu Face
Join Sarah Buscho and I as we dive into her life growing up around herbs and gardens, and how she turned that love into and gorgeous skin care line, Earth Tu Face, a thriving business that gives back. Starting with just an idea, Sarah created an all natural skin care line that has landed her […]
Feb 01, 2017
What do you do when your Shark Tank deal falls through?
Henry came up with the idea for Henry’s Humdingers at age 12. Henry and I chat about his appearance on Shark Tank and the deal that was…… and then was not with Mark Cuban. But that didn’t stop Henry! Henry is in college now and has his folks on board who do most of the […]
Jan 17, 2017
Mike Michalowicz shares his secret to being profitable from day one
Want to be profitable from your first day as an entrepreneur? Who doesn’t? Mike says that most companies operate on the “make money take money” theory. You make money that day and it’s in your bank account, then it’s there to spend. But, and it’s a huge but, did you know that 83% of small […]
Jan 03, 2017
Chris Benz recreates Iconic Bill Blass Collection
Chris has had a mind for fashion ever since he was a little kid. Drawing was his favorite pastime. After graduating from Parsons and starting his own line, Chris was tapped to be the creative director for Bill Blass. Join us as we chat about the freedom he experiences at the helm of an iconic […]
Dec 11, 2016
Highly designed crafted home goods that are mindfully made with Erin Flett
Highly designed crafted home goods that are mindfully made Can you take one of your graphic designs and make me a pillow? That one question launched Erin Flett’s business practically overnight. Erin Flett is all about highly designed crafted home goods that are mindfully made. Erin and I chat candidly about starting a business, working […]
Dec 05, 2016
Get from Rock Bottom to Rock Star
Get from Rock Bottom to Rock Star Ryan and I dive into how he went from Rock Bottom to Rock Star and how you can do it too… It just takes dedication and single focus…… and of course, your desire to succeed. Ryan shares the difference between goals and desire and how that motivates him. […]
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In this podcast, Stephen Key shares licensing secrets that will make you jump on your ideas this week. His generous spirit and desire to help entrepreneurs succeed is evident. I’ve been a fan of Stephen’s for a long time. I’ve read his book and tried to license my Handy Hold All several times over….one time successfully!
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Stephen Key shares licensing secrets that you need to know
In this podcast, Stephen Key shares licensing secrets that will make you jump on your ideas this week. His generous spirit and desire to help entrepreneurs succeed is evident.Sarah Shaw Consulting updated their business hours.
Lisa Ascoles, The Inventress, and I talk about the differences between a Website based business versus an App only business. Which is better and why, how social media plays into that and how to run a successful product based company in todays world.
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Dial for Dollars: Websites vs. Apps. — Sarah Shaw Consulting
Lisa Ascoles, The Inventress, and I talk about the differences between a Website based business versus an App only business. Which is better and why, how social media plays into that and how to run a successful product based company in todays world.How to Pitch Magazines with Lauren Parker. Lauren and I go way way back…… She was an editor when we first met, but she is now Editor-in-Chief of Accessories Magazine which was the first “big” magazine to write about my handbags. Accessories is a trade magazine meaning tons of cool stores read it, which meant lots of sales for me when it came out. It was very exciting.
Join me and Lauren as we talk about how to pitch editors and what they look for. Lauren shares what not to do and in general, how to be successful at pitching. She gives all kinds of fabulous tips and shares her thoughts on following up too! She makes it sounds pretty simple which is encouraging. #pitchingmagazines #sarahshawconsulting #getastreetsmartmba #entreprenette #publicrelations
How to Pitch Magazines with Lauren Parker from Accessories Magazine
How to pitch magazines with Lauren Parker, Editor in Chief of Accessories Magazine shares her do's and don't of pitching and encourages new designers to be bold and submit their products.Any thoughts on this?
How Will Fashion Find Validation Without Instagram Likes?
The move will cause brands to shift from paying influencers for sponsored posts toward more paid advertising.