20. Unleashing Your Potential: A Roadmap to Success for Women with Feminist Phoebe Waters, co-director of Optimising Potential

Jacqueline Hurst, one of the UK’s leading Life Coaches, No.1 Best selling International Author of How To Do YOU, GQ Magazine’s resident coach and columnist, and teacher and speaker joins Stephanie for this episode of #NOFILTER.  During the episode, Jacquline not only explains how aspiring life coaches can build a successful practice but also provides advice to entrepreneurs across all industries to help them bring out their 'superpower' to build a happy and successful personal and professional life. Connect with Jacqueline: Visit Jacqueline's website: www.jacquelinehurst.com Connect with Jacqueline on Instagram: @jacqueline_hurst_ Connect with #NOFILTER: Visit the website: stephanieanais.com Connect with us on Instagram: @nofilterwithstephanie

17 Maalis 202347min

Chandni Modha, founder of CJM Publicity, a luxury brand partnership and entertainment marketing agency, joins Stephanie for this episode of #NOFILTER. CJM Publicity deliver all aspects of entertainment marketing and event management including VIP dressing, product placement, VIP guest list management, talent booking, brand ambassador partnerships and special projects for global fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands. CJM Publicity works with an array of high-profile clients, who include the likes of luxury brand, Chopard and celebrity talent, Sonam Kapoor. During the episode, Chandni talks about her journey to launching CJM Publicity and provides career and business advice to those seeking a career in all aspects of the entertainment marketing and event management industry. She also talks about the future of luxury fashion, its relationship with the Metaverse, and reveals what you will find in a power woman's wardrobe. Chandni also explains how to maintain a healthy wellbeing whilst running a successful international agency. Visit the CJM Publicity here: www.cjmpublicity.com Fashion and business publications mentioned in the episode: - www.drapersonline.com - www.businessoffashion.com Don't forget to subscribe and follow #NOFILTER in Instagram: @nofilterbrands

25 Helmi 20231h 33min

Kaushik Velendra, founder and creative director of the UK based couture fashion label, Kaushik Velendra, joins Stephanie for this episode of #NOFILTER. The Kaushik Velendra fashion label garnered exceptional industry reviews and worldwide recognition, including notable titles such as The New York Times, British Vogue, Vogue USA, Vogue India, Vogue Italia and WWD. Velendra has dressed the likes of Hollywood star Priyanka Chopra, supermodel Alton Mason, and Bollywood leading-man Ranveer Singh, and continues to dress strong personalities across the realm of sports and film, which includes Tom Daley, Billy Porter, Kelly Rutherford, Layton William, Omari Douglas and Jack Brett Anderson. The Kaushik Velendra approach to fashion remains one that aims to instil a sense of power and confidence, whilst being inclusive to all genders and sizes. During the episode, Kaushik talks about his journey to launching the Kaushik Velendra fashion label, his renowned collections, the business of fashion, the future of fashion and how good quality clothing can invoke a positive mindset and improve wellbeing. Vue the Kaushik Velendra collections here: https://maisonvelendra.com Don't forget to subscribe(!) and follow #NOFILTER in Instagram: @nofilterbrands

1 Syys 20221h 25min

Revlon, the 90-year-old multinational beauty company, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US, weighed down by debt load, disruptions to its supply chain network and surging costs. In this episode, Stephanie reports on why Revlon filed for bankruptcy, the industry's winners and losers, the future of Revlon, and what the cosmetics industry will look like in the Metaverse. Talking points include: Introduction and episode overview – 00:00:00 Revlon’s claims as to why it filed for bankruptcy – 00:00:20 Industry-wide supply chain challenges explained - B.H. Cosmetics and Becca Cosmetics also file for bankruptcy – 00:00:40 Revlon’s share price increased after filing for bankruptcy – the reason why and ‘short squeezes’ explained – 00:01:31 Revlon secures $375 million in additional debt - Debtor-in-possession explained – 00:03:20 Reliance (Indian multinational conglomerate) to buy-out Revlon to build upon its personal care portfolio? – 00:04:20 Revlon’s competitors (L’Oréal, Maybelline, Lancôme, and Garnier, Bourjos, Max Factor, Rimmel, Kylie Cosmetics and Coty), acquiring vs creating brands, and the failure of Revlon’s Flesh Beauty - 00:04:50 The rise of social media and digital marketing, beauty influencers vs celebrity endorsements in the cosmetics industry and James Charles vs Megan Thee Stallion - 00:06:00 Kate Moss endorses the ZARA ‘Into The Night’ collection – why it works! – 00:07:32 COVID 19, WFH and the aging-population’s impact on Revlon’s sales - 00:07:54 Market trends – the rise of high-tech skincare products, facial aesthetics and increased consumer knowledge - 00:08:49 The future of cosmetics, challenges and opportunities, and make-up in the Metaverse - 00:09:35

26 Heinä 202211min

Rosemin Madhavji, founder and managing director of RR&CO, a bespoke luxury management firm, joins Stephanie for this episode of #NOFILTER. RR&CO., specialises exclusively in the Luxury Goods sector for brand management based in Dubai and boasts clients such as Fendi, Hermes and Tiffany&Co. Prior to launching RR&CO., Rosemin started her career at Gucci where she was personal assistant to Mr Tom Ford and later assistant to Creative Director in the women's wear design team (Milan, Italy). Headed hunted by Juicy Couture, she became European PR Director and was instrumental for re-branding Juicy Couture and obtaining editorial coverage in magazines such as Harpers Bazaar, Vogue and Tatler. Rosemin was a presenter and luxury contributing editor for Harpers Bazaar Arabia and is also recognised as one of the Most Influential Women, and 100 Most Influential Asians by ITP. During the episode, Rosemin explains how she made a global name for herself in the luxury goods industry and built an award-winning bespoke luxury management firm. Talking points include: Rosemin's career overview - 00:01:00 Overview and the story behind RR&CO. - 00:03:25 Case Study 1: Tiffany&CO - how to give consumers the ultimate brand experience - 00:10:40 RR&CO. launches the first ever multi-brand showroom in Dubai - 00:13:00 Tool 1: how to become a TV presenter - 00:14:12 Dealing with difficult decisions and being open to new opportunities - 00:18:45 Case Study 2: the accidental entrepreneur, an unconventional journey to CEO - 00:25:00 Education at the London College of Fashion - 00:29:15 Tool 2: How to build transferrable skills and learn time management (Prada/Burberry/Sotheby's/Blane's Fine Art) - 00:32:20 Formal education vs learning on the job - 00:34:10 Tool 3: How to secure a job in corporate fashion - 00:41:25 Tool 4: How to make the most out of work experience in retail and corporate fashion - 00:45:00 Establishing a Unique Selling Point - 00:48:38 Mentorship, role models, and learning from podcasts, YouTube and Netflix! - 00:50:40 Secrets of Success: the consumer journey and questioning the client - 00:57:25 Tool 5: Networking: How to get invited to events and make contacts and connections. What to do vs what not to do! - 00:59:45 Social Media's role in luxury fashion and fashion shows - 01:01:40 Future of brick and mortar and online shopping - 01:02:50 Brand ambassadors and ethical influencing - 01:05:45 Tool 6: What to do when building a team (SWOT) - 01:09:55 Tool 7: How to evolve and futureproof your business - 01:15:50 Future of luxury fashion - 01:19:20 Tool 8: How to dress creatively in the workplace - 01:22:50 Promoting female entrepreneurs (The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) - 01:25:25 Tool 9: How to achieve a work/life balance - 01:28:00 Rosemin's favourite luxury - 01:31:45 Making executive decision - moving to Milan - 01:35:45 Don't forget to subscribe(!) and follow #NOFILTER in Instagram: @nofilterbrands

15 Heinä 20221h 37min

Miriam Abadi, founder of TRU & Beyond and international beauty and wellness influencer, joins Stephanie on this episode of #NOFILTER. During the episode Miriam talks about the latest skincare and beauty trends and why she only works with no-nonsense brands. Miriam explains how to develop an online platform and how to create partnerships and collaborations with brands and influencers. Miriam also shares her top tips on how to avoid burnout.

13 Marras 202139min

Adam Husler, London based yoga teacher, joins Stephanie on this episode of #NOFILTER. During the episode Adam talks about his journey to becoming a yoga teacher and what it really takes to become a successful. Adam also shares his advice on how yoga teachers can become well-known and how to build a strong online presence. To attend a class or get in touch with Adam check out the info below. Adam adam@adamhusler.com http://adamhusler.com/londonstudios https://www.instagram.com/adamhusler/?hl=en

4 Marras 202151min

Natasha Moor, CEO and founder of Natasha Moor Cosmetics joins Stephanie for this beautiful and inspiring episode of #NOFILTER. During the episode Natasha shares her invaluable business advice by explaining how to launch and run a successful cosmetics line. Natasha covers everything from the start up stages to maintaining an established brand. This includes how to create and execute a business plan, raising cash and equity to fund a start-up,  working with chemists' who formulate the cosmetics, forecasting the best time to expand into an international market and maintaining brand loyalty.   Natasha also reveals her game changing make-up techniques that every CEO should know, how to handle insecurities and how to enjoy a personal life whilst living the life of an on-the-go boss. Connect with Natasha on social media and follow her YouTube channel  to watch her make-up tutorialsIG: https://www.instagram.com/natashamoorcosmetics/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/tashsajWebsite: www.natashamoor.com/

7 Elo 202144min