The Business of Fashion
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
Careers Counsel rounds up the most useful and inspiring articles from around the web. To browse hundreds of jobs from leading brands, visit BoF Careers.
Avoid Burning Out at Work (Inc.)
It’s simply too hard to help others if you’re maxed out. [Setting] healthy boundaries is required to develop an action plan. [...] Setting those expectations ultimately reduces friction that can occur because everyone is on the same page.
Starting a New Career With No Experience (Forbes)
Emphasise your passion for the job and your willingness to take risks to explore the new path. You should also find ways to highlight your transferable skills.
How to Successfully Message People on LinkedIn (Entrepreneur)
When sending messages to people you are not connected with, you must consider being exceptionally professional. You might also need to introduce yourself and clearly state why you are reaching out to them.
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Fashion companies rely heavily on part-time associates to respond to a volatile industry where demand is often seasonal and margins are thin — but many drop the ball when it comes to making the job rewarding.
With the cost of living crisis affecting both businesses and individuals, discussions about pay are a delicate but critical hurdle for employees to navigate today. BoF spoke to negotiation and compensation consultants, as well as industry professionals, on how to approach and prepare for these conversations.
BoF Careers provides essential sector insights for fashion designers this month, to help you decode fashion’s creative and commercial landscape.