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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2025 · 7 MIN

Career Switchers: How I Help Non-Buyers Transition to Fashion Buying Roles

from Thrive in Fashion Buying and Merchandising · host Elisabeth Mac Hale

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 buyingWays to gain relevant experience—even if you’re starting from scratchThe mindset shift you need to succeed as a fashion buyerHow retail experience can give you a competitive edgeIf you’re working in retail, marketing, or merchandising and want to break into buying, this episode is for you.Links & Resources:Take the free Buyer-Ready Assessment: ⁠https://designdirectiveme.com/buyer-ready-assessment⁠Online Buying Course: ⁠Thrive in Fashion Buying⁠Connect with Elisabeth:Podcast: Thrive in Fashion Buying and Merchandising on ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ and You Tube or wherever you listen to your podcastsInstagram: ⁠@designdirectivedubai⁠LinkedIn: ⁠Elisabeth Mac Hale⁠Website : ⁠The Design Directive⁠ If this episode was useful, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts — it helps the show reach more buyers who need it. And share it with someone who has a review coming up. 

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