On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Kenneth Cole: ON How To Creatively Break Into The Career Of Your Choice

Oct 21, 2019
In this engaging discussion, Kenneth Cole, a renowned designer and activist, shares his journey from law student to fashion icon. He emphasizes the importance of resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles. Cole recounts transformative campaigns against AIDS that redefined his brand and discusses the relevance of personal fulfillment in one's career. He advocates for mental health awareness, connecting it to his long-standing activism. Listeners will find inspiration in his innovative problem-solving and the significance of curiosity and connection in creative endeavors.
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ANECDOTE

The Birth of a Shoe Company

  • Kenneth Cole posed as a filmmaker to sell shoes at a trade show.
  • He parked a trailer across from the Hilton and sold 40,000 pairs, highlighting resourcefulness.
ADVICE

Resourceful Questioning

  • Ask the right questions to find creative solutions.
  • Instead of asking if something is possible, ask how it's possible.
INSIGHT

Infinite Alternatives

  • While increased competition creates challenges, it also expands opportunities.
  • Reframe obstacles as potential pathways to reach a wider customer base.
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