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Today on my show I had the pleasure of a speaking with Lisa Schaefer, Chief Designer and Owner of whether bags, who shared her best strategies for how women can take the first steps to make their designer dreams a reality.

After deciding to leave Corporate America, Lisa pursued her dream and carved out a niche in the handbag industry. In our discussion, I ask Lisa -

Where do you begin in order to transition from an idea to a viable concept in the fashion industry?
What’s your best advice for overcoming the challenge of finding a quality, local manufacturer for a product line?
What are some strategic steps for building a network of like-minded designers from ground zero?
And, what are your best tips for staying grounded and patient when working on a new design?