131. How To Become More Resilient During Turbulent Times with Britt Howard
Hey you wild women!
Have you ever had a chance encounter with someone who changed your life?
You know, that lady you met at the garage sale that wanted to get rid of all her materials which so happened to be aligned with your passion for working with garments.
Or the nurse you randomly met who needed some change to top up her parking meter, and now you have a new babysitter?
These things aren't luck. They are gifts sent to you to fill a void, get you ahead, or follow your passion. When we least expect it, sometimes great people come into our lives and help us get over a thing or start something inspiring.
Even when the building comes burning down (and quite literally in my guest's case.
This week, I chatted with Britt Howard, founder of the Portland Garment Factory (PGF). PGF is an award-winning, full-service factory that bridges design and production to create experiential marketing installations, soft sculptures, high-end custom garments, and more. Britt brings an artist's perspective and deep knowledge of manufacturing to an industry better known for production than creative problem-solving and sustainable practices. Under her guidance, PGF is a zero waste, B Corp, and Climate Neutral Certified company. Britt lives by and promotes her motto: Do whatever you want ™.
In this episode, we talk about:
How she saw the signs that she needs to do the work she is doing
Why it’s so important to get business insurance
The power of community is everything in business
How to push through the toughest moments in business
When to ask for help and how to be courageous about it
What it means to be a wild woman:
“Saying the hard things that need to be told at the moment, because being real is relatable.” Britt Howard
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