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John LaRoy, CEO of Apparel Redefined, discusses his entrepreneurial journey, which started at age 14 when he filled glue bottles for a family friend. John shared that work ethic and passion are key drivers of success, though passion can evolve over time. He encourages young entrepreneurs to bring passion to their current roles and focus on what motivates them most. Reflecting on his experience with Apparel Redefined, John emphasizes the importance of aligning branding and marketing with a company’s vision. John stresses the value of hyper-focus and strong relationships in business success. Learn more about uncovering the entrepreneurial journey at Apparel Redefined: https://lnkd.in/erdQvAD7 Learn more about retail solutions: https://lnkd.in/ejJdWWQN Learn more about contract services: https://lnkd.in/eywvWwpg Learn more about print on demand: https://lnkd.in/eFGjiabY #printondemandapparel #Justintimeapparel #digitalshirtprinting #printondemand

Brands: Consistency. Warmth. The devil is in the detail… I could go on. Q. What is it you love about your favourite brands? And importantly as brands; How do we make people feel? My favourites - and perhaps yours - are those where you know where you are with them to some degree, what to expect, irrespective of innovation and excitement. And the linked emotions conjured up. Somewhat esoteric in definition, we know it when we feel it. That’s why, with Noughty, we always want you feel we care deeply. Not just as an abstract concept. But because we all really do. To illustrate, I share a snapshot moment here with the wonderful Franc Polanco, at Little Maven, New York. He knew and loved Noughty from The Museum of Modern Art and we shared a special moment when he told me as much. It blew me away! The world seems large, but how you and your brand make people feel is everything I believe. And my favourite moments are when that’s reflected back. It makes it all worthwhile! What do you think? I’d love to hear… vYve by Vayner James Orsini Andrea Sullivan Mona Patel Palak Patel Oliver Jones Verity Martin Ian Thomson #brands #emotion #brandbuilding #founders #entrepreneurs

Three years ago, Sarah opened a small boutique selling handcrafted jewelry. For the first year, business was steady, but not groundbreaking. She worked hard but found herself stuck—unable to expand, reach new customers, or stand out in a saturated market. Then something unexpected happened: the market shifted. Customers' preferences began to change, and competitors were flooding in with new trends. It felt like the beginning of the end. Instead of giving up, Sarah made a bold decision—she pivoted. She took time to learn what her customers really wanted, invested in an online presence, and embraced digital marketing. She didn't just adapt; she created an entirely new experience for her clients. That decision transformed her business. Today, Sarah’s boutique has more customers than ever, both in-store and online. She learned that staying stagnant in a fast-moving world isn't an option. The ability to adapt and pivot at the right moment can be the difference between closing your doors or scaling to new heights. Is your business ready to adapt? Don’t wait for the market to change; be the one leading it. Let’s connect and discuss how you can innovate and pivot toward greater success. https://lnkd.in/dftEqQes #BusinessPivot #ResilienceInBusiness #AdaptToThrive #EntrepreneurJourney #SmallBusinessTips #DigitalTransformation #CustomerFirst #BusinessStrategy #LeadWithVision #BusinessOwners

Ever wondered how Ralph Lauren went from selling ties out of a drawer to building a billion-dollar empire? 👔💼 It wasn’t just about fashion for Ralph Lauren—it was about creating a lifestyle. He didn’t follow trends, he set them, blending elegance with an aspirational vision of the American dream. But here’s the kicker: he started with a simple product and turned it into a symbol of luxury and timelessness. So, what can we as entrepreneurs learn from his journey? It’s about more than just creating a product—it’s about building a brand that people want to be part of. Ralph Lauren knew how to tell a story through his designs, and it’s that storytelling that built a loyal, global following. In this video, we break down how Ralph Lauren went from humble beginnings to redefining an entire industry. Watch and discover the key strategies that can help us build brands with the same lasting impact. #Entrepreneurship #BrandBuilding #BusinessGrowth #InnovationsMastery #RalphLauren #FashionBusiness #InspirationForEntrepreneurs #MarketingStrategy

ThisQ&A has very useful information for entrepreneurs lounging aproduct or brand. MasterClass gives me opportunity from learning about a leader directly from them. Chris definitely has a wealth of experience building brands I am sharing because someone in my network is trying to launch a business or product and will importance insights from this Q&A. #Entrepreneurship #Branding #Productdevelopment https://lnkd.in/eWfbpJaw?

What strikes me, Cornelia: We know many owners who are still very active as CEO or Chairman even if they are already very old. Being an entrepreneur appraently keeps you young! AvS Advisors #familybusiness #ownershipadvisory

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𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝟵𝟬, 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆? Giorgio Armani celebrates his 90th birthday today. Yet, he still is CEO and the sole owner of the company he founded in 1975, today a 2.5 bn € business. As Armani has no children, other family members, who already work for the company, and a foundation are expected to take over his legacy – one day. He is said to have no plans to sell his company or do an IPO or to appoint a successor now. This may come as a surprise, but he is just one prominent example of something that happens more often than you might think. ➡ So when is the 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 in family businesses? This may be a very individual and, above all, emotional decision. But the right time for 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 the succession needs to be well in advance of that date. In any case, congratulations to Giorgio Armani on his birthday and his outstanding entrepreneurial success! ❔ And we could ask ourselves: is 65 perhaps too early to retire? Which tasks will keep us young and engaged then for the next 25 years? #succession #familybusiness #nextgen #entrepreneur #longevity

Elegance is the result of a simple solution carried out with a certain degree of discipline: it is to define  how you carry yourself, how you speak, what you read. Elegance is not the prerogative of those who have just escaped from adolescence, but of those who have already taken possession of their future. #womenentrepreneurs #womenentrepreneurship #womenentrepreneurconclave