The Daily Stoic Kate Flannery on the Rise and Fall of American Apparel (PT 2)
Dec 6, 2023
Kate Flannery, an actress and author known for her memoir "Strip Tees" and work on RuPaul’s Drag Race, shares her tumultuous experience at American Apparel. She discusses the blurred lines between sexual liberation and exploitation, reflecting on the ethics of the company. Kate also highlights the chaos of a warehouse sale that resulted in a riot, and the psychological complexities of workplace dynamics and manipulation. Her insights reveal the profound impact of ambition and corporate culture on personal branding and mental well-being.
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Duddy Kravitz Parallel
- Ryan Holiday recalls Dov Charney's admiration for "The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz".
- He believes Charney saw himself in the hustler protagonist and sought external validation.
External vs. Internal
- External achievements cannot fix internal pain, which Dov Charney tragically demonstrated.
- Despite achieving immense success, he remained profoundly sad and lonely.
The Ultimatum
- Dov Charney's board presented him with two options: resign or be terminated.
- He rejected both, attempting a hostile takeover despite its likely failure.
