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Success story of Sara Blakely, founder of Spanx
TLDR Sara Blakely, founder of Spanx, kept her idea a secret for a year before launching it, used rejection as a learning experience, and focused on kindness and empathy in building her business, leading to rapid success with Oprah's endorsement.
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The episode features an interview with Sara Blakely, the founder of Spanx, from the 2019 How I Built This Summit.
03:28
Sarah Blakely kept her idea for Spanx a secret for a year to avoid discouragement and criticism, allowing her to pursue her vision without distractions.
06:25
Sarah Blakely's experience of facing rejection while selling fax machines helped her build resilience and skills that were crucial in starting Spanx.
09:24
Sarah Blakely's early experiences of facing rejection and her willingness to take risks without asking for permission were crucial in her journey to starting Spanx.
12:35
Sarah Blakely used creative strategies, like enlisting friends to create buzz for Spanx in department stores, leading to rapid success with Oprah endorsing the product within two years of its launch.
15:39
Sarah Blakely decided to approach her business with kindness and empathy, focusing on her strengths as a founder and hiring for her weaknesses early on.
18:52
Sarah Blakely shares how she manages self-doubt by identifying, reframing, and redirecting negative self-talk, which she learned to do after a difficult period in her life.
22:14
The podcast "Black History For Real" aims to highlight lesser-known stories of Black history beyond the usual figures and events typically discussed, challenging the traditional narratives surrounding Black history.
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