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Q&A: “How do I turn being an industry outsider into an advantage?”
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Turn your weakness into a strength, right?
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Breaking into an industry where you don’t have formal training can feel intimidating, but sometimes, that fresh perspective is exactly what sets you apart.Today’s question comes from Beatrice in Berlin, who launched a collection of statement scarves with zero professional background in textiles. While her unconventional approach has been a selling point, she’s worried about how to reassure customers that her products are high-quality and worth their trust. Let’s talk about how to balance creative freedom with building credibility as an outsider.
“Hi Chris, Beatrice here. I decided to launch a collection of statement scarves—despite having zero professional background in textiles. Surprisingly, my lack of training has become an unexpected selling point: it’s given me a fresh, unconventional style that stands out. But I also worry about potential customers who might question my credibility: why buy from someone who hasn’t studied fashion or worked in the industry? How can I keep leveraging the creative freedom that comes from being an outsider, while reassuring buyers that I’m serious, committed, and can deliver a top-notch product—despite not being a so-called ‘expert’?”
Listen to today’s episode to learn more…
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