Jane Shepherdson CBE
FASHION PIONEER
Hailed as a retail genius, credited with transforming Topshop into a global fashion phenomenon and working wonders at Whistles, Jane began her career at the bottom of the ladder and honed her craft from the ground up with grit and creativity. Here, she shares how, in a world driven by data, instinct has been her guiding light.
On using instinct to take Whistles and Topshop to the top
Why You Will Enjoy This Episode:
- Discover the power of being emotionally connected and trusting your intuition.
- Hear how Jane was labelled a ‘difficult woman’ for having the courage of her convictions.
- Jane shares how confidence is not always innate but can be built from your successes.
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