
5 Strategic Ways to Break Into in the Fashion Industry With No Experience
04/08/22 • 21 min
BEGINNER LESSON
The rise of fashion influencers on social media has made the prospect of getting into the fashion industry much more appealing, popular and competitive. Because of this, it can be incredibly frustrating to start from zero when others already seem to have so much success. It can also be overwhelming to understand all the different facets of such a fast moving industry.
In this episode, we’ll be talking about five ways you can gain experience in the fashion industry, regardless of your skill level or expertise, to ensure that you reach your career destination with confidence and success.
Even though this is a beginner lesson, this episode is a good reminder for those of you with industry experience as well. Take a minute to review this content and make updates wherever you need to.
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ITFI IS ON TIK TOK!Follow me @FashionCareerMentor to learn more actionable steps, professional strategies and a behind-the-scenes look at all things fashion industry!
MASTERCLASS COURSES:
» Anna Wintour Teaches Creativity & Leadership
» Marc Jacobs Teaches Fashion Design
» Diane Von Furstenberg Teaches Building A Fashion Brand
» Laura King & Fernando Garcia Teach Creative Collaboration & Fashion
» Tan France Teaches Style For Everyone
FASHION CAREER BLUEPRINTTM
https://www.fashioncareerblueprint.com
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BEGINNER LESSON
The rise of fashion influencers on social media has made the prospect of getting into the fashion industry much more appealing, popular and competitive. Because of this, it can be incredibly frustrating to start from zero when others already seem to have so much success. It can also be overwhelming to understand all the different facets of such a fast moving industry.
In this episode, we’ll be talking about five ways you can gain experience in the fashion industry, regardless of your skill level or expertise, to ensure that you reach your career destination with confidence and success.
Even though this is a beginner lesson, this episode is a good reminder for those of you with industry experience as well. Take a minute to review this content and make updates wherever you need to.
▼ LINKS & RESOURCES ▼
EPISODE SHOW NOTES:
https://www.mariahedian.com/careerstrategies
THE ITFI ROSTERSign up for our ITFI Roster here: https://www.mariahedian.com/roster-signup
Make sure to fill out the form you receive in your email.
If you don't, we can't add you to the roster!
JOIN THE ITFI COMMUNITY:https://mariahedian.com/itfi-group
ITFI INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/intothefashionindustry
ITFI IS ON TIK TOK!Follow me @FashionCareerMentor to learn more actionable steps, professional strategies and a behind-the-scenes look at all things fashion industry!
MASTERCLASS COURSES:
» Anna Wintour Teaches Creativity & Leadership
» Marc Jacobs Teaches Fashion Design
» Diane Von Furstenberg Teaches Building A Fashion Brand
» Laura King & Fernando Garcia Teach Creative Collaboration & Fashion
» Tan France Teaches Style For Everyone
FASHION CAREER BLUEPRINTTM
https://www.fashioncareerblueprint.com
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
» Canva Pro 30-Day Free Trial
Loved the episode? Have a question? Send me a text!
2025 GLOBAL FASHION & BEAUTY INTERNSHIP SPREADSHEET
Grab your own copy of the 2025 Global Fashion & Beauty Internship Spreadsheet with 80+ top companies hiring interns RIGHT NOW.
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https://www.mariahedian.com/tfp
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If you don't, we can't add you to the roster!
JOIN THE ITFI COMMUNITY:https://mariahedian.com/itfi-group
ITFI INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/intothefashionindustry
ITFI IS ON TIK TOK!Follow me @FashionCareerMentor to learn more actionable steps, professional strategies and a behind-the-scenes look at all things fashion industry!
Loved the episode? Have a question? Send me a text!
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Grab your own copy of the 2025 Global Fashion & Beauty Internship Spreadsheet with 80+ top companies hiring interns RIGHT NOW.
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EPISODE SHOW NOTES:
https://www.mariahedian.com/networkingmyths
THE ITFI ROSTERSign up for our ITFI Roster here: https://www.mariahedian.com/roster-signup
Make sure to fill out the form you receive in your email.
If you don't, we can't add you to the roster!
JOIN THE ITFI COMMUNITY:https://mariahedian.com/itfi-group
ITFI INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/intothefashionindustry
ITFI IS ON TIK TOK!Follow me @FashionCareerMentor to learn more actionable steps, professional strategies and a behind-the-scenes look at all things fashion industry!
Loved the episode? Have a question? Send me a text!
2025 GLOBAL FASHION & BEAUTY INTERNSHIP SPREADSHEET
Grab your own copy of the 2025 Global Fashion & Beauty Internship Spreadsheet with 80+ top companies hiring interns RIGHT NOW.
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