Скачать или смотреть FROM DREAM TO REALITY I How I built my global fashion brand (lessons learned & advice)

In this video, I’ll share my journey of how a girl from a simple countryside family, with no contacts in the fashion field, turned her dream into reality.

I’m Mariliis, the founder and creative director of Marimo, a slow fashion luxury brand located in Estonia. I've been on this journey for 14 years, expanding my brand into over 20 countries worldwide. My ambition is to empower women to feel confident and beautiful every day, encouraging better and more thoughtful fashion choices.

I’ve been through it all—I’ve faced self-doubt about not being good enough, I’ve cried on my bedroom floor thinking that it was all too much for a young woman, and I’ve overcome financial challenges again and again. Through my story, I’ll share key advice for new entrepreneurs and life lessons for everyone who resonates with it. Whether you know me or are meeting me for the first time, I hope my story inspires and motivates you.

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Mariliis

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00:00 Intro
00:34 The highs and lows of entrepreneurship
01:09 I'm the founder of a slow fashion luxury brand, for 14 years already
01:27 My mission in fashion is to empower women
01:40 I had no contacts, and I had self-doubt, but I overcame challenges
02:19 It all starts with a dream and a lot of practice
02:55 I participated in competitions when starting out
04:36 I was rejected for fashion studies, and it was a blessing in disguise
05:44 I turned down job offers, despite not having much money, to stay true to my goal
06:43 Seek guidance and mentorship from people with experience
07:04 Unexpected love story
09:00 Everything I earned, I put back into the company to help it grow
09:31 Stay true to your niche and find the community with the same values
11:03 I've faced the fear of closing down my business, but success was just around the corner.
11:55 Hiring the first employees and renting the first workspace takes you to a new level
12:23 I experimented with different concepts to find the right clientele
12:48 Continual personal growth is essential for an entrepreneur and a leader
13:18 Building the right team
13:39 I stopped working 24/7 and my company reached new heights
14:14 Healthy habits for balancing work, family and me-time
14:34 Expanding the business: apply for grants, hire experts, and change your strategy when necessary
16:47 Push yourself out of your comfort zone and face your fears
17:42 Encouraging words for a starting entrepreneur: Just start, you’ll never be ready
18:28 Thank you's & extra footage

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