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Living Your Best Life with Gav Thompson
S1 EP2 Johnnie Boden | Uncommon Conviction
Sep 4, 2020
Johnnie Boden, one of Britain’s most successful entrepreneurs, shares his journey from selling menswear to building a huge womenswear and childrenswear empire. He discusses his uncommon conviction, similarities to Boris Johnson, and explores the potential of his own makeover show. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork and prioritizing customer needs, while disregarding public perception.
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- Johnnie Boden's success was driven by his uncommon conviction and belief in himself and his vision, as well as his ability to adapt and learn from failures.
- The introduction of women's wear to Bowden's brand was a crucial decision that contributed to the company's growth and success, highlighting the importance of recognizing customer needs and adapting to market demands.
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Johnny Bowden's Background and Career Path
Johnny Bowden, the guest on the Do Podcast, is the founder and owner of Bowden, a successful British fashion brand. He began his career in the city but quickly realized he wasn't passionate about it. Despite skeptical reactions from family and friends, Johnny pursued his interest in fashion and started his own menswear brand. He later expanded into women's wear, which became the larger part of the business. Johnny's success was not immediate, and for about 10 years, he faced financial challenges and had to constantly raise money to keep the business afloat. Through perseverance and dedication, the company eventually found success and became a prominent fashion brand in the US market.
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