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A podcast into the diary of Fashion Designer and Business Coach, Jessica Williams as she carves her own lane in the fashion industry through finance, fashion, and faith.  Jessica has an unmatched track record of turning fashion industry hopefuls into thriving, full-time fashionpreneurs. In each episode, listeners walk away both inspired and with the resources and knowledge that aided Jessica in creating 9 streams of revenue within fashion & grossing well over multiple 7 figures all before the age of 30! Each week, Jessica holds nothing back, even sharing the not-so-secret ingredient to her success: God. Rate, share, and subscribe today!
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The Fashionpreneur Diaries

Jessica Williams
Entrepreneurship
84 episodes / 249K listens
S1: Fashionpreneur Diaries Trailer
4m • Aug 22, 2019
4m
S1: Entry 1: [Half & Half] How I Made $500k in 6 months
In the inaugural episode of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica is joined by her best friend Brittany aka "Gina" to discuss her journey from a Baltimore based fashion hopeful to making $500k in 6 months in the Los Angeles Fashion district. Get your pen and paper ready, because Jessica is letting you in on all of the secrets to her success! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE mastercl...
38m • Sep 09, 2019
38m
S1: Entry 2: The Personal Sacrifice for the Public Success
In Entry 2 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica is joined again by her best friend Brittany aka "Gina" to discuss the personal sacrifices they had to make in order to succeed in LA.  Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k in 90 days as a Designer happening this Wednesday at 5pm pacific/8pm eastern. Join her as she teaches you how she has scaled her busine...
1hr 2m • Sep 16, 2019
1hr 2m
S1: Entry 3: Should you Manufacture or Wholesale?
In Entry 3 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica answers top Fashionpreneurship question: Should I manufacture or do wholesaling? She breaks down the pros and cons of each, while providing you with unbiased advice on which would work best for your business. Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k in 90 days as a Designer happening this Wednesday at 5pm paci...
31m • Sep 23, 2019
31m
S1: Entry 4: The Accounting Secrets Every Fashionpreneur Needs to Know
In Entry 4 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica breaks down the accounting for fashionpreneurs. Learn all of the business hacks her CPA taught her to maximize profits in her businesses. Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k in 90 days as a Designer happening this Wednesday at 5pm pacific/8pm eastern. Join her as she teaches you how she has scaled her bus...
28m • Sep 30, 2019
28m
S1: Entry 5: Not Another InstaBoutique
In Entry 5 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica does a deep dive into best practices for boutique owners who want to stand out from the crowd.  Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k in 90 days as a Designer happening this Wednesday at 5pm pacific/8pm eastern. Join her as she teaches you how she has scaled her businesses within fashion! Ads and technology...
29m • Oct 07, 2019
29m
S1: Entry 6: God Wouldn't Play You Like That
In Entry 5 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica gives listeners a peak into her faith and how she relies on God and his supernatural miracles to make her an entrepreneurial success.  Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k in 90 days as a Designer happening this Wednesday at 5pm pacific/8pm eastern. Join her as she teaches you how she has scaled her busine...
39m • Oct 14, 2019
39m
S1: Entry 7: Mean Girls Throw the Best Women's Empowerment Events
In Entry 7 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica tackles the subject of networking and the do's and don'ts of connecting with likeminded entrepreneurs and potential business partners.  Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k in 90 days as a Designer happening this Wednesday at 5pm pacific/8pm eastern. Join her as she teaches you how she has scaled her busin...
34m • Oct 21, 2019
34m
S1: Entry 8: Be Slow to Hire and Quick to Fire
In Entry 8 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica helps decode when it's time for you to start building a team in your business.  Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k in 90 days as a Designer happening this Wednesday at 5pm pacific/8pm eastern. Join her as she teaches you how she has scaled her businesses within fashion! Ads and technology are the driving...
21m • Oct 28, 2019
21m
S1: Entry 9: Black Men Work in Fashion with Dutch Priestly, CEO of the Looke
In Entry 9 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica sits down with Dutch Priestly of the Looke to prove that black men are also excelling in fashion. Press play to listen to their conversation focusing on black males entering the fashion industry, resources that are available, why Black Men fear being the student at times, why most fashion brands are male owned and how men can leave a mark in fas...
59m • Nov 04, 2019
59m
S1: Entry 10: The Holiday Season Cheat Code
In Entry 10 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica breaks down the secrets to having a successful and profitable sale during the holiday season. Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k in 90 days as a Designer happening this Wednesday at 5pm pacific/8pm eastern. Join her as she teaches you how she has scaled her businesses within fashion! Ads and technology ...
27m • Nov 11, 2019
27m
S1: Entry 11: Copyrights and Copycats
In Entry 11 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica is joined by attorney Antoine Wade to discuss the legalities behind exceeding in the fashion industry. Follow our guest on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/toine.esq/)   For legal questions, email Antoine at: antoinewade05@gmail.com Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur Retreat 2020! To learn more and to purchase your tickets, clic...
34m • Nov 18, 2019
34m
S1: Entry 12: Know Your Worth + Trust It
In Entry 12 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica discusses the importance of investing in yourself. She candidly shares how her own investments have lead to meaningful relationships and priceless business advice.  Follow our guest on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/toine.esq/)   For legal questions, email Antoine at: antoinewade05@gmail.com Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur ...
33m • Nov 25, 2019
33m
S1: Entry 13: From Military Mom to Full Time Stylist w. Ceceily Maraya
In Entry 13 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica is joined by former client Ceceily Maraya who candidly shares how Jessica and team help take her from a military mom and wife to a full time stylist. This is an episode of faith, grit, and determination. You DON'T want to miss this! Follow our guest on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ceimaraya_stylist/?igshid=1g23t658alk4x)   Visit her on ...
1hr 9m • Dec 02, 2019
1hr 9m
S1: Entry 14: Getting an Internship in the Fashion Industry
In Entry 14 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica breaks down the do's and don'ts of getting an internship in the fashion industry and how to properly build your resume.  Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur Retreat 2020! To learn more and to purchase your tickets, click HERE (http://thefashionpreneuracademy.com/laretreat2020) Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclas...
36m • Dec 09, 2019
36m
S1: Entry 15: Storefront vs. Ecommerce w. Shea Elizabeth
In Entry 15 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica breaks sits down with friend and colleague Shea Elizabeth aka "Sheryl", owner of LYS Boutique is Philadelphia. They discuss their experience with storefronts and weigh the pros and cons of having a physical location vs. selling Ecommerce. Follow our guest: https://www.instagram.com/amourlavie/ LYS Boutique: https://www.shoplysbyse.com/ Tickets ...
32m • Dec 16, 2019
32m
S1: Entry 16: Digital Marketing
In Entry 16 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica breaks sits down with friend and podcast favorite Brittany Brown aka "Gina". They discuss all things digital marketing for fashion and beauty brands.  Follow our guest:https://www.instagram.com/moneecos/ Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur Retreat 2020! To learn more and to purchase your tickets, click HERE (http://thefashionpreneura...
41m • Dec 23, 2019
41m
S1: Entry 17: Rules for 2020
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! In Entry 17 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica discusses the #1 thing we are leaving in 2019 and lists some habits and goals to set for yourself in 2020.  Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur Retreat 2020! To learn more and to purchase your tickets, click HERE (http://thefashionpreneuracademy.com/laretreat2020) Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE master...
26m • Dec 30, 2019
26m
S1 Ep18: Entry 18: Don't Call Me, I'm Off
In Entry 18 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica discusses the importance of setting boundaries in your life and not being a slave to your business.  Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur Retreat 2020! To learn more and to purchase your tickets, click HERE (http://thefashionpreneuracademy.com/laretreat2020) Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k ...
24m • Jan 06, 2020
24m
S1: Entry 19: Relocating 101
In Entry 19 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica breaks down everything you need to know about relocating from your hometown to follow your dreams.  Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur Retreat 2020! To learn more and to purchase your tickets, click HERE (http://thefashionpreneuracademy.com/laretreat2020) Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: How I made $100k i...
23m • Jan 13, 2020
23m
S1: Entry 20: For Service Based Fashionpreneurs
In Entry 20 of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica speaks specifically to stylists and other service based fashionpreneurs about how to build packages and position yourself to be hired by your clientele.  Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur Retreat 2020! To learn more and to purchase your tickets, click HERE (http://thefashionpreneuracademy.com/laretreat2020) Register for The Fashion...
20m • Jan 20, 2020
20m
S1: Entry 21: How to Plan a Multi-Day Fashion Event
In the Season Finale of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jessica speaks about all that goes into creating a multi-day event. She also gives some insight on what you can expect from the upcoming Fashionpreneur Retreat.  Tickets are now on sale for the Fashionpreneur Retreat 2020! To learn more and to purchase your tickets, click HERE (http://thefashionpreneuracademy.com/laretreat2020) Register for Th...
36m • Jan 27, 2020
36m
S1: A Prayer for Fashionpreneurs
Season 2 is COMING SOON!  In the meantime, Jess wanted to pop in and pray for all of the Fashionpreneur Diaries listeners as you continue to build your fashion dreams. 
3m • Mar 12, 2020
3m
S1: It's Harvest Season!
We're getting closer to Season 2!  As we prepare for another dynamic season of The Fashionpreneur Diaries, Jess joins us to set the tone for quarter 2 of the year with a prayer. 
4m • Apr 13, 2020
4m
S1: Best Of Season 1
We are so excited to announce that season 2 starts May 11th! Want to get a peek into Jessica's diary in real-time? Follow her on social media: @Irregular_jess (https://www.instagram.com/irregular_jess/)
19m • May 05, 2020
19m
S2: Entry 22:Your Work Ethic Doesn't Match Your Prayers
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses the importance of making sure your work ethic matches your prayers.  Tweetable Moment: Let’s Start Where We Are! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teaches y...
41m • May 11, 2020
41m
S2: Entry 23: Should You Be the Face of Your Brand?
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses the importance of deciding if you should be the face of your brand. Tweetable Moment: If you are not self-aware, it is not going to work! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5pm pacific/8pm eastern. Joi...
28m • May 18, 2020
28m
S2: Entry 24: A MUST for all Creatives
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses how creatives can stay inspired and motivated even during a quarantine. Tweetable Moment: Do you have space in your life to be creative! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Jo...
27m • May 25, 2020
27m
S2: Entry 25: It Ain't Adding up, Sis
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses the difference between hustling and running a business. Tweetable Moment: Quick Money is just that, Quick Money!  Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teaches ...
40m • Jun 01, 2020
40m
S2: Entry 26: 8 Minutes and 46 Seconds
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses the current racial injustices in America and how businesses can play their part.  Tweetable Moment: Use Your Voice!  Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teach...
9m • Jun 08, 2020
9m
S2: Entry 28: Never Told Secrets to my Success
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess shares her never told secrets to her success. Tweetable Moment: Stop taking everything so seriously! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teaches you how she has scal...
41m • Jun 22, 2020
41m
S2: Entry 29: Creating Killer Content With Brittney Turner of Sorella!
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess sits down with Brittney Turner of Sorella to discuss how to create killer content!  Tweetable Moment: You can create Killer content that is cost-efficient! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm...
40m • Jun 29, 2020
40m
S2: Entry 30: How to Breakthrough to the Next Level
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses what it really takes to break through to the next level. Tweetable Moment: You can not take everything with you to the next level !! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Joi...
28m • Jul 06, 2020
28m
S2: Entry 31: $467,483.62 in Quarantine
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses what it took for her to make $467,483.62 in Quarantine. Tweetable Moment:  Learn where to cut costs! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teaches you how sh...
14m • Jul 13, 2020
14m
S2: Entry 32:BRB
Summary of the Episode:  In this week's episode, Jess discusses the importance of taking time to regroup. Tweetable Moment: Always Choose Happiness! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teaches you how she has scaled her...
24m • Jul 20, 2020
24m
S2 Ep33: The Fashionpreneur Diaries Entry 33:Guess Who's Bizzack!
Summary of the Episode: In this week’s episode, Jess discusses her return to the Mic! Entry Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkPE7WMBkCs Tweetable Moment:  I watch what I say because what I speak becomes my reality! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique!  happening this Wednesday at...
32m • Oct 19, 2020
32m
S2 Ep34: Entry 34: Who you need on the team to make 7 figures
Summary of the Episode:  In this week's episode, Jess discusses the 7 figure squad aka, the team you need to make 7 figures! You don't need many people, just the right people! Sit back and soak up all the game! Entry Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRU3JJp6T_I Tweetable Moment: I'm an Employee just like everyone else! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: W...
52m • Oct 26, 2020
52m
S2 Ep35: Entry 35: Black Owned Businesses Have the Worst Customer Service
Summary of the Episode: In this week’s episode, Jess discusses the negative connotation attached to Black-Owned Businesses! This is a MUST WATCH/ LISTEN to entry! Entry Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4nIqlz5zgo&t=1s Tweetable Moment:  We deserve empathy! We have been through a lot! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to so...
52m • Nov 02, 2020
52m
S2 Ep36: I don't work jobs, I am a job.
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses the driving Gen Z buying culture and how to stay relevant during these changing buying times!  Tweetable Moment:  Gen Z drives the buying power! Entry Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDBmzpmzUZ8 Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for...
26m • Nov 09, 2020
26m
S2 Ep38: My 2020 Black Friday Cheat Code
Summary of the Episode:  In this week’s episode, Jess discusses the implementations to consider for Black Friday promotions!  Tweetable Moment:  "You don't HAVE to have a sale to make a sale." Entry Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi-ctWwAFs8 Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for your boutique! ...
27m • Nov 23, 2020
27m
S2 Ep39: The 2021 Plan with my BFF, Brittany "Gina" Brown
In this week’s episode, Jess, aka "Pam" and her BFF,  Britttay "Gina"  Brown of B. Brown Agency, discuss how they plan their annual goals strategically! This entry is full of master plans! Enjoy! Entry Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rN3kRLumqQ&t=1239s Tweetable Moment:  "I plan my personal goals just as I do my business goals." Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE mas...
52m • Nov 30, 2020
52m
S2 Ep40: How to keep God in your business without being pushy
Summary of the Episode: In this week’s episode, Jess discusses how she incorporated God within her brands and her lifestyle! She focuses on the importance of being a giver as a CEO. Entry Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woQqUh-Uf2w Tweetable Moment:  You MUST be a cheerful giver if you want to receive blessings in business. Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE mastercl...
25m • Dec 07, 2020
25m
S2 Ep41: Inclusion is the new BLACK!
Summary of the Episode: In this week’s episode, Jess discusses the importance of Inclusion and how brands are being left behind and pivoting during these sociologically shifting times. Entry Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYTznIxuVrk Tweetable Moment:  If the Inclusion isn’t on the “Savage X Fenty” level, I don’t want it! Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE mastercla...
20m • Dec 14, 2020
20m
S2 Ep42: How to launch your fashion brand in 90 days or less
Summary of the Episode: Join Jess as she discusses the key considerations when launching your label! If you are an aspiring Designer or Boutique Owner, TAP INNNN!!!! Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjZOVHn53LI&t=1548s Tweetable Moment:  "Man, just launch!!!" Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Wholesale Vendors Decoded: How to source exclusive vendors for...
40m • Dec 21, 2020
40m
S2 Ep43: I should be further along
Summary of the Episode:  Jess wraps Season 2 with some powerful reminders for those that are feeling lost about their business and personal lives. We all know that 2020 was GHETTO, so we finished the entry with a powerful prayer to cover our transitions! Video of this entry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_8WYBuNaKU Tweetable Moment:  Have a Business Meeting with God, then let him do his j...
28m • Dec 28, 2020
28m
S3 Ep45: 6 figure months and champagne 🍾
Summary of the Episode:  The return has arrived and it wasn't without battles. Join Jess for a transparent conversation about surviving depression and anxiety as a BOSS! God receives the victory in the end! Listen now!  Link to video of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5kgpr68fzk&t=1s Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Boutiques VS Brands, happening thi...
31m • Apr 12, 2021
31m
S3 Ep46: 5 stylish Instagram accounts to watch
Summary of the Episode:  In this episode of TFD, Jess switches the curriculum and dives into her favorite Instagram accounts to watch and why! Tap in!  Video of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsmNeHsCF2k&t=441s Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Boutiques VS Brands, happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teaches you how...
22m • Apr 19, 2021
22m
S3 Ep47: 5 favorite fashion brands to watch
Summary of the Episode:  Join Jess as she continues the 5 favorites saga! This time, she discusses her favorite fashion brands that are most innovative! The return has arrived and it wasn't without battles. Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Boutiques VS Brands, happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teaches you how she has scaled her...
16m • Apr 26, 2021
16m
S3 Ep48: What I would have told the 14 year old me.
Summary of the Episode: As Jess embarks on her 30s, she takes a moment to reflect on what a 14-year-old her needed to hear. Stay tuned for an essential conversation!  Link to video of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoQ6jAk679E&t=1074s Join Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Boutiques VS Brands, happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join...
30m • May 03, 2021
30m
S3 Ep49: Is your hustle halting your business plan?
Summary of the Episode: Jess discusses the contradiction between Hustling vs. Entrepreneurship and the pros and cons of this collision. Tap in!  Link to video of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGfLZG-3Jxo&t=1s Join Register for The Fashionpreneur Academy's FREE masterclass: Boutiques VS Brands, happening this Wednesday at 5 pm pacific/8 pm eastern. Join Jess as she teaches you ...
14m • May 10, 2021
14m

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