Holly Tucker MBE, Founder of Not On The High Street and Holly & Co, discusses the hard work behind starting successful businesses and the stresses that come with it. They explore the importance of positive mindset, childhood influences, surrendering and finding clarity, and the journey of creating 'not on the high street'.
Resilience and optimism are key factors in building successful businesses.
Empowering young women and providing access to entrepreneurship opportunities are crucial for the future.
Deep dives
The Journey of Not on the High Street and Holly and Co
Holly Tucker MBE, founder of Not on the High Street and Holly and Co, shares her personal journey of building successful businesses. She discusses the challenges and hardships she faced, including divorce and a brain tumor diagnosis at a young age. Despite these obstacles, Holly's passion and determination led her to create the Chiswick Christmas Fair and eventually launch Not on the High Street, a unique online marketplace. She emphasizes the importance of resilience and optimism in business, as well as the need for small businesses to adapt and pivot during uncertain times. Holly also highlights the role of women in entrepreneurship and the importance of empowering the next generation of young women to embrace their creativity and follow their dreams.
Supporting Small Businesses during Challenging Times
Holly discusses the impact of the pandemic on small businesses and self-employed individuals. She shares her own experience of providing guidance and support to the small business community through Holly and Co's Instagram platform. Holly emphasizes the importance of optimism and resilience during challenging times, encouraging small businesses to continue shining, pivoting, and finding creative solutions. She offers advice on navigating government support and demystifying the confusing information for small business owners. Holly's mission is to help small businesses thrive and inspire them to see the incredible possibilities that lie ahead.
Empowering Young Women in Business
Holly addresses the need for young women to have access to entrepreneurship opportunities and education. She highlights the importance of incorporating entrepreneurial skills and mindset into the education system, allowing children to see the path less ordinary and explore their creative potential. Holly encourages parents to be mentors and role models for their children, guiding them towards understanding their unique talents and pursuing their passions. She discusses the responsibility of showcasing successful women entrepreneurs who can inspire and empower young women to see beyond societal expectations and embrace their own entrepreneurial journeys.
The Journey of Holly and Co: Learn, Build, and Grow
Holly shares her personal journey of stepping away from the daily operations of Not on the High Street and launching Holly and Co. She discusses the power of resilience, grit, determination, and learning from failures. Holly emphasizes the importance of perseverance and adaptability, particularly during challenging times. She highlights the need for entrepreneurs to continuously learn, build their skills and knowledge, and evolve their businesses to stay relevant and successful. Holly's mission is to support and cheerlead small businesses, helping them navigate the ever-changing landscape and realize their true potential.
She may have founded one of the biggest online retail success stories in British history, but Holly Tucker hasn't stopped dreaming big. In this inspiring chat with Fearne, she discusses the hard work that went into starting Not On The High Street, her new project Holly & Co, and the stresses that success has put on everyone involved.
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