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Sarah Blakely

Self-made billionaire and founder of Spanx, known for her shapewear and now high-heeled sneakers.

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Dec 4, 2019 • 50min

884 Successful Women Leaders on Mental Toughness and Building Confidence

In this podcast, successful women leaders share their journeys of overcoming fear and building confidence. They discuss embracing discomfort as a teacher and reframing failure. The episode features inspirational stories from Elizabeth Gilbert, Rachel Hollis, Sarah Blakely, Glennon Doyle, Mel Robbins, and Lisa Nichols.
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Dec 13, 2024 • 34min

Sara Blakely’s Heel-Sneaker Hybrid 12/13/24

Sara Blakely, the self-made billionaire and founder of Spanx, shares her latest venture: high-heeled sneakers called 'Sneex.' She discusses her entrepreneurial journey, transitioning from shapewear to innovative footwear. Sara emphasizes the importance of comfort in design, revealing the four-year process behind Sneex. She also touches on the challenges of manufacturing and the role of consumer feedback in refining products. Blakely's passion for fashion meets practicality, making these heels a game changer for women seeking both style and comfort.
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Aug 13, 2024 • 9min

From Fax Machines to Fortune: Sarah Blakely's Billion-Dollar Spanx Revolution | Sarah Blakely EP 705

Sarah Blakely, an entrepreneur who transformed the undergarment industry with her billion-dollar brand Spanx, shares her inspiring journey. She recounts how she transitioned from selling fax machines to creating a revolutionary product with just $5,000. Blakely discusses the challenges of writing her own patent and navigating a male-dominated business world. She highlights the creativity behind naming Spanx and her relentless determination to be taken seriously. Her story is a testament to resilience, illustrating how one bold idea can reshape an industry.