Wear Your Dreams by Alice Oluyitan

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 10 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business.This week, Alice has a chat with Chrissy Rutherford, the Senior Digital Editor at Harper's Bazaar. Originally from Westchester New York, Chrissy has had a passion for clothing and fashion from a young age. After graduating from her major in Communications, she cultivated her digital saviness while working as an assistant at InStyle.com and FashionEtc.com. She currently lives in Manhattan and is marking her 5th year working at Harper's Bazaar!Here’s what we learned from Chrissy:Chrissy talks about how tough it is to break into the fashion industry. There are so many sectors within this industry, so it is important to keep as many options open as possible. This was one of the reasons why Chrissy chose to study Communications as opposed to a strictly fashion degree. Communications enabled her to pursue an interest in Media Studies, which introduced her to the field of magazine editing!Whether you are an upcoming designer, or you are simply looking for an intern position, be persistent in getting yourself recognised! As the Digital Editor at Harper's Bazaar, Chrissy is often emailed by new designers who want to get their designs noticed. She explains that the fashion environment is always hectic, and emails sometimes get skimmed over and missed, so be sure to be determined to get your work noticed! At the end of the day, your determination will make others respect you, so believe in your talent and don't let it go to waste!Chrissy's job enables her to look out for upcoming designers and fresh talent. One of her favourite ways to do this is through social media. If you want your designs to be noticed then make sure you create an amazing online portfolio using Instagram, Twitter & Tumblr etc. This is will get people talking about your brand and word of mouth can go a long way!When interning for companies, such as Harper's Bazaar, it is essential that you prove that you have passion AND knowledge for the industry. Reading lots of fashion magazines and knowing the latest designers is key to impressing your peers. To make yourself stand out, you must show that you have a really deep interest in the field. Chrissy advises interns to express their passion by always approaching tasks with a positive attitude. When people ask you to do task, do it with a smile on your face!Chrissy's Triple Love Round Answers:A quote that she loves: “Think highly of yourself because the world takes you at your own estimate.” This was the quote Chrissy wrote in her senior year book!A blog that she loves: Intothegloss! Chrissy loves reading about what products people are currently loving.A woman she loves: Rihanna! Not only is the girl boss a style inspiration for Chrissy, but she also admires her confidence and ability to always remain fierce.Want to learn more about Chrissy?You can stay up to date with Chrissy's trendy lifestyle and upcoming projects by following her on Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat! (@chrissyford) Oh, and Harper's Bazaar of course!What did you think of our convo with Chrissy? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 9 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Chiara Totire, Italian fashion influencer and street style star. Born in Bari, this Italian beauty started her career as a pharmacist before risking everything in order to pursue her love for fashion. She left her hometown and moved to the fashion capital, Milan, where she worked for magazines such as Gioia and Grazia. She currently lives her dream and works at Vogue Japan!Here’s what we learned from Chiara: GioiaGraziaVogue Japan Chiara's Triple Love Round Answers: A magazine she loves: Vogue Japan A quote that she loves: A woman who inspires her: Vogue Japan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 8 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Sharmadean Reid, a London-based Creative Consultant & Stylist, and Founder of the ultra trendy business, WAH nails. Sharmadean is passionate about beauty, art and technology, and this is reflected in her self-made business! The visually creative and psychedelic nature of WAH nails reflects all things Sharmadean, including her taste in fashion and her personality! As a female entrepreneur, she has stayed true to her brand, and is the definition of a #girlboss!Here’s what we learned from Sharmadean: Sharmadean's Triple Love Round Answers: Zero to One‘Sleep is for billionaires’Want to learn more about Sharmadean? WAH nails websiteTwitterInstagramWhat did you think of our convo with Sharmadean? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 7 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Allia Al Rufai, a Fashion Stylist and Consultant based in India. From working on a Bollywood Movie set, her skill and passion was instantly recognised and she soon started working as a Fashion Assistant at Harper's Bazaar India! She has since worked her way up the ladder, working impressive roles as Chief Stylist and Fashion Editor, whilst simultaneously managing the Magazine's Mumbai office!Here’s what we learned from Allia: Allia's Triple Love Round Answers: A blog she loves: WhowhatwearA quote that she loves: A woman who inspires her: Want to learn more about Allia Al Rufai? websiteInstagram@alliaalrufai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 6 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Debbie Shasanya, who is an established magazine assistant at ASOS. Since joining the ASOS team in 2011, Debbie has starred in Coco-Cola print adverts for ASOS, and has modelled for brand campaigns. We LOVE Debbie's inspirational career journey- She started off working in a job that she wasn't passionate about and decided to pursue her dream! Debbie is currently living her dream and working as an ASOS insider, as well as building a successful following on her stylish Instagram! Here’s what we learned from Debbie: Police Communicator's OfficeDebbie's Triple Love Round Answers: A magazine she loves: Magnify MagazineA quote that she loves: Want to learn more about Debbie Shasanya? To learn about Debbie's style ('Solange meets Hillary Banks'), hear about how she changed careers at a crucial point in her life, and how she developed her intern experience to become a magazine assistant at ASOS, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode! What did you think of our convo with Debbie? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls! Want to learn more about Debbie Shasanya? @asos_debbies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 5 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Chelsea Matthews, who is the CEO and founder of Matte Black, a culture marketing firm based in Los Angeles. (She's also friends with our girl Puno!) Chelsea has been in social media marketing for over 5 years, and some of her clients include Corepower Yoga, TOMS, and many more. She was recognized as a Tastemaker to Know and has been spotlighted in the Huffington Post and YouTube's The Stylish.Here's what we learned from Chelsea: worked in fashionChelsea's Triple Love Round Answers A book she loves: Steal Like an Artist A quote that she loves: An inspirational woman that she loves: To learn about Chelsea's cool fashion background, hear how she started her own marketing firm, and be inspired by a total girlboss, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode! Want to learn more about Chelsea Matthews? websiteInstagramTwitterThe Shape Shift Report What did you think of our convo with Chelsea? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Alice has a chat with Natalie Joos, who is a Belgian-born writer, photographer, and stylist living in New York City. She's worked in the fashion industry for more than 17 years! In 2003, she established a successful casting company, where she has cast models for brands like Hugo Boss, Jeremy Scott, and Philip Lim. In 2010, Natalie launched her own blog called Tales of Endearment, where she shares her passion for vintage and fashion.Here's what we learned from Natalie: fashion careerwork in the fashion industryfashion-obsessedNatalie's Triple Love Round Answers A place she loves: A magazine that she loves: Rolling Stone MagazineAn app that she loves:To learn how Natalie got started in fashion, find out what she looks for in an intern, and learn what her ultimate dream is, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode! Want to learn more about Natalie Joos? Tales of Endearment@jxxsy What did you think of our convo with Natalie? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 3 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Heidi Petitjean, aka Heidi Petite! Heidi is a folk and R&B singer and songwriter, and she also explores the world of art with colour, mixed media, and vinyl work. She is also the founder of Confetti Crowd, which is the UK's 1st official girl gang of creatives. With her friends in Confetti Crowd, Heidi has worked with cool brands like Nike, Schuh, and Lamoda, and she has been flourishing with the London music and fashion scene with her cool music & colourful style.Here's what we learned from Heidi: push past your fearHeidi's Dream Moments Heidi's Triple Love Round Answers A quote she loves: The Breakfast ClubA book that she loves: Sweet Revenge: The Intimate Life of Simon CowellAn inspirational woman she loves: To hear about Heidi's musical journey, learn more about Confetti Crowd, and be inspired by a GBEMi girl with sassy style, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode! Want to learn more about Heidi Petite? website@heidipetite @HeidiPetite_websiteHelibellsLulutrixabelleTigerlilySnoochie Shy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 2 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Katia Giorgino, the girl behind the colourful style blog Lazy Kat. Katia started blogging back in 2008 and has worked with cool brands like Skinnydip London and Kenzo. Today, she uses her blog to share her fun and colourful style pics and favourite beauty tips.Here's what we learned from Katia: start your own fashion blogKatia's Dream Moment When the Jean Paul Gaultier team asked her to do a photo shoot! We're so jealous! Katia's Triple Love Round Answers An outfit she loves: pink cat-print culottesmatching capeA place she loves: An inspirational woman she loves: We also learned that Katia is super inspired by her friend's vegan blog, Il Sera Une Fois. It's helped her think more about what she eats and how she lives! To learn how Katia got the confidence to start blogging full time, hear the hilarious story of how she named her blog, and get great advice from this French babe, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the 1st episode and 2nd season of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Jennifer Puno, aka Punodostres! Puno is the ultimate creative girl. She has started many businesses, including Map and ilovecreatives, which is a curated community of creative people. Puno also dabbles in photography and styling, and she even helps other businesses with their branding and social strategies! Here's what we learned from Puno: It's okay if you don't know what you want to do with your life. Take time to figure out what you're passionate about because that will lead you to your ultimate dream! It's super helpful to set measurable goals for yourself, especially when you're growing your business. For example, if you want to get 10,000 Instagram followers, make a plan for how you'll gain more followers each day. Once you've made a plan, it'll be much easier to accomplish your goals! Now that you've planned it all out, you've got to be consistent about accomplishing those goals. Do something every day that will get you closer to your dream! Things don't always work out the way you expect them to, especially when you're growing your business. But it's super important to stay grounded and stay positive! Her Dream Moment When she and her husband went to Europe and met people that were using Map, the business they started together! Puno's Triple Love Round Answers A quote she loves: "It's not as good as you want it to be, but it's not as bad as you're making it." This quote reminds her to stay grounded when things don't work out the way she expects them to. A place that she loves: Kruger National Park in South Africa, where she went on a safari and saw lots of South African wildlife! An inspirational woman she loves: her aunt, who is super stylish and independent; she also introduced Puno to the world of graphic design! She also loves reading Paul Graham's start-up essays, which inspired her to start setting measurable goals for herself. To learn about Puno's creative career and be inspired by her entrepreneurial spirit, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode! Want to learn more about Jennifer Puno? Check out her website to learn all about Map, ilovecreatives, and her other projects. Follow her on Instagram at @punodostres and @madewithmap. Learn how she grew her Instagram following by taking her Instagram marketing course. Start setting your goals by using the ilovecreatives Grow Sheet. What did you think of our convo with Puno? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the eleventh episode of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. In this special episode, Alice talks about 10 lessons that we have learnt after speaking to 6 female millionaires, 3 fashion girls, and 1 creative entrepreneur. Get ready for our #WYD Lessons! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the tenth episode of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Laura Roeder. Laura is the founder of LKR Social Media, where she used her expertise to help small businesses with social media and online marketing. She is also the founder of Edgar, which is a tool that helps with social media scheduling and marketing automation. Laura has helped over 4,000 small business owners, and has won several awards for being one of the Top 100 Entrepreneurs Under 30. Here·s what we learned from Laura: It's super important to be decisive. You could have an amazing idea for a business, but it won't actually be successful if you don't take action. There is no perfect time to start, so just start now! Sometimes we get scared of trying out new ideas because we don't know if they'll be successful, but don't let that fear keep you from getting started. Your idea might need work, but it'll have no chance of being successful if you don't even try to execute it! Don't let your lack of connections hold you back from pursuing your dream. When Laura started her business, she didn't know any business owners in her area, so she started from scratch. She made her connections simple by going out and talking to people. Don't be afraid to hustle like Laura! Laura's Triple Love Round Answers A book she loves: Scaling Up: How a Few Companies Make It...and Why the Rest Don't by Verne Harnish A quote she loves: ·How we spend our days is of course how we spend our lives." - Annie Dillard A woman she loves: Diane von Furstenberg, because she has created a great culture in her business and is very genuine about helping other women We also learned that Laura loves Diane von Furstenberg's new reality show, House of DVF (she loves how brutally honest Diane is)! To learn how Laura quit her job to start her own business, hear about how she hustled to find her clients, and be inspired by her entrepreneurial spirit, listen to the full episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the ninth episode of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Ivy Slater, who spent 20 years as owner and operator of a successful seven-figure printing business in New York, called Slater Graphics. Her clients included W Magazine and Harper's Bazaar, just to name a few. In 2008, Ivy started another company called Slater Success Coaching, where she helps a multitude of women business owners to achieve success on their own terms. She's also the author of Conquering Your Fear of Money: A Woman's Guide to Business Success. Here’s what we learned from Ivy: Don't take no for an answer! If someone closes the door in your face, don't give up. Just prove them wrong! There is no perfect time to start your business, so why not start today? If you want to be an entrepreneur, just start taking action! If you want your business to be successful, you’ve got to take action. Stop waiting for the right time to follow your dream; make it the right time. Ivy's success tip: When starting a business, you should work on building relationships with 3 new people every day. If you do this every single day, you'll amazed by how much your network and your business will grow! Ivy's Triple Love Round Answers A book she loves: Inspiration 365: Zig Ziglar's Favorite Quotes by Zig Ziglar A quote she loves: “A goal is a dream with deadlines." - Napoleon Hill A woman she loves: Oprah Winfrey, because she has faced many odds but never lets them stop her from making a difference for women To learn how Ivy got her resilient spirit (hint: it has to do with dancing), hear how she fought sexism by starting her own company, and learn more about her entrepreneurial journey, listen to the entire interview! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the eighth episode of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business. This week, Alice has a chat with Jordana Schrager, the owner and designer of Sneakers by Jordana. This girl boss uses her amazing artistic abilities to create cool customized sneakers and has designed unique sneakers for hundreds of customers, including celebrities like Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, and Ariana Grande! She also has a line of officially licensed college-inspired sneakers called Skicks, which is wildly popular on college campuses all over the U.S.! Here’s what we learned from Jordana: There are going to be lots of challenges and obstacles when you’re starting a business, so you need to work really hard and use your passion and commitment to focus on your goals. As a young entrepreneur, it can be difficult to balance your business with your schoolwork. That's why it's super important to stay organized. If you have an idea for a business, just GO for it! If it's something you're truly passionate about, you will be successful. Jordana’s Dream Moments When Taco Bell asked her to make custom sneakers for their social media team! When Miley Cyrus wore her custom Sneakers by Jordana backstage at the VMAs! Jordana’s Triple Love Round Answers: A book she loves: How to Win at the Sport of Business: If I Can Do It, You Can Do It by Mark Cuban A quote she loves: “Good shoes take you good places.” Because she puts a lot of love and passion into her sneaker designs, she feels that when you wear her great shoes, you’ll end up in the great places you want to go! A woman she loves: Her “mom-ager,” who has encouraged her to work hard and follow her dreams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Alice has a chat with Luba Tolkachyov, who is a successful entrepreneur and self-made millionaire. She is the cofounder and Director of New Media for Gravity Media, which is a leading cultural advertising agency in New York City. Luba gained years of marketing experience while working for global brands like Coca-Cola and Red Bull North America. Just last year, she won a Stevie Award for Women in Business in the category of Female Entrepreneur of the Year.Here’s what we learned from Luba: It's extremely important to have advisers around who can help you make the beginning steps of your business journey. We all need support, so make sure you have a network of people that you can lean on from time to time. Expect that you will be successful in what you're doing. Believing that you will succeed and that your dreams will come true is the only way to pursue your entrepreneurial journey! Optimism is a big part of being an entrepreneur, but you also need to have a plan. It's super important to set measurable goals for yourself. Try to get as organized as possible. It'll make your life so much easier! It's super important to take a step back from time to time. To avoid feeling burned out from work, try taking a yoga class or go for a run to clear your head. Your dream doesn't have to be just a dream; it can be a reality if you want it to be! Take advantage of the amazing global network of woman entrepreneurs, and make your dreams a reality! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Alice has a chat with Grasie Mercedes, the fashion blogger behind Style Me Grasie. Grasie is a triple threat: she is an actress, a TV host, and of course, a style blogger. Her fashion-forward looks have been featured in Glamour, Lucky Magazine, and Who What Wear, and her style even landed her a feature in the Refinery 29 book Style Stalking. Here’s what we learned from Grasie: If you’re struggling to keep some balance in your life, whether it’s with work or your social life, remember to do what’s best for you. Don’t take on a job or project if you don’t think it will benefit you or your brand. Don’t compare yourself to others. The most successful girls are the ones who are true to themselves! When following your dreams, don’t be afraid to take that bold step! It might be scary, but as Grasie said, nothing is irreversible. If you really want something, make it work! Grasie moved across the U.S. with very little money in her pocket, but she knew she was doing what she was meant to do and made it work. Now she’s a successful actress, TV host, and blogger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Alice has a chat with Allison Maslan, the CEO of Allison Maslan International. Allison is a business coach, speaker, and the best-selling author of Blast Off! The Surefire Success Plan to Launch Your Dreams into Reality. She was recently named by Self Made Magazine as “One of the Top Women Entrepreneurs Who Inspire.” Here’s what we learned from Allison: Put your big girl panties on! If you want to create a million-dollar company, you’ve got to be serious about it! Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Allison became successful because she asked people to teach her what she didn’t know. She also says that you cannot run a million-dollar company all on your own; you must hire other people to help your business grow. If you want your business to be successful, you’ve got to take action. Stop waiting for the right time to follow your dream; make it the right time. When you are following your dream, there will be naysayers telling you why you won’t be successful. Instead of letting their words discourage you, prove them wrong! Don’t let anyone throw you off your path. Dream big, and don’t let your fear take over. You’ll have to get outside of your comfort zone, but it’s worth it. Remember: if you hide, you never get to experience what’s on the other side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Alice has a chat with Kelly Lundberg, Dubai’s fashion queen. Kelly has an awesome business founded in Dubai called Style Me Divine, which is a personal styling and fashion agency and is the go-to company for styling, wardrobe advice, and personal shopping. Kelly is also the author of the best-selling book Success in the City, and her latest book How to Be a Personal Stylist will teach you how to launch and grow your styling business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Alice has a chat with Dr. Jude Miller Burke, a self-made millionaire. Jude is a business psychologist, executive coach, and the author of The Millionaire Mystique: How Working Women Become Wealthy and You Can Too! and has co-published the study “Pathways to Career and Leadership Success.” She is a national speaker and currently has her own consulting firm, JAMB Consulting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Alice has a chat with Chloé Watts, aka Chloe Digital. Chloe taught herself how to code when she was just 16 years old, and in between, she was always scouring fashion glossies and hitting the high street. In 2012, she created Chloédigital to combine her love of fashion and technology. Her company is now a trusted tech support and strategy solution for global style publishers, and she helps bloggers and fashion start-ups take their brands to the next level. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.