Episode Summary: "It’s not the title that makes you a great buyer— it’s your ability to make the right decisions when no one’s watching."

Make your company need you because you are so good at your job, because you have such a good understanding, because you know how to pull all the pieces together because you really understand the strategy and the why behind what you're doing both now and in the future..

You must understand that it's beyond just spread spreadsheet knowledge. You're not just an administrator anymore, you're a strategic thinker. That's how you become indispensable for your company. That's how you become the person every company wants to hire or promote.

In this episode of Thrive in Fashion, I’m challenging a mindset that holds so many junior and mid-level buyers back: the idea that your job title defines your success. It doesn’t.

I talk about why true progression in fashion buying comes from consistent, commercial decision-making—not visibility or a flashy job title. I share examples of what really builds trust with your manager, how to interpret vague performance feedback, and where to focus your development if you're serious about moving up.

Learn also :

Why comparison to colleagues is mentally draining—and misleading

What questions to ask in your next performance review

The core skills that make you stand out as a buyer

In this episode of Thrive in Fashion, I’m answering some of the most common questions I get from professionals looking to transition into a buying role. We’ll cover:

• How to translate your existing skills into buying
• Ways to gain relevant experience—even if you’re starting from scratch
• The mindset shift you need to succeed as a fashion buyer
• How retail experience can give you a competitive edge

If you’re working in retail, marketing, or merchandising and want to break into buying, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of Thrive in Fashion, I dive into the most common mistakes fashion buyers make—and how to avoid them. From overbuying and misjudging trends to indecision and poor negotiation, these pitfalls can have a huge impact on your bottom line.

I share real-world stories from my experience, including how hesitation and lack of confidence can derail a buying season, why ignoring customer feedback is a costly mistake, and how balancing gut instinct with data leads to smarter buying decisions.

Key takeaways:

✔️ Trust your data—don’t rely solely on gut feeling

✔️ Stick to your critical path—indecision costs time and money

✔️ Keep the customer front and center—feedback is everything

✔️ Negotiate smartly—profitability depends on it

If you're in fashion buying, this episode is packed with insights to help you avoid costly mistakes and make better decisions.

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