In this Episode Elizabeth speaks with Leah Betts, Co-Founder of Cachia Sleepwear & Multi Brand Entrepreneur.
Leah has built a number of companies over her 20 year career.Including:Co-founding Tan Off in 2010 and Studio Play in 2011In 2017 Leah launched Cachia together with Melbourne influencer Sophie Cachia and in 2019 Leah and Sophie also launched Fairy Magic Online.Leah is also the General Manager of Studio Kids.
Leah has now launched her latest venture, which joins forces with like-minded individuals to help them bring products ideas to life.
Key takeaways and tips: · Do what you LOVE (I repeat, do what you LOVE!) · There is no separation between you personal and work life· Plan and know what you like and want· Surround yourself with like-minded people· Post Post Post you just need to be seen – just post· Embrace the journey and find your own success· Create the masterpiece of your life·Continue to learn· Be kind
You can find Leah at:https://www.leahbetts.com/Leah - www.instagram.com/leahbetts - www.instagram.com/cachiaCachia Sleepwearhttps://cachia.shop/
Want to join our ‘Start Your Fashion Business’ Programme & Community? If you would like to learn online, gain the support of mentors and join an engaged community, please head over to:www.fashionequipped.com.au/start-your-fashion-business-programme/
You can find Fashion Equipped over at:Instagram: @fashionequippedPodcast Insta: @fashionbusinessmindsetFacebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequippedWebsite: www.fashionequipped.com.au
Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

<div>In this Episode Elizabeth speaks with Leah Betts, Co-Founder of Cachia Sleepwear &amp; Multi Brand Entrepreneur.</div><div><br></div><div>Leah has built a number of companies over her 20 year career.</div><div>Including:</div><div>Co-founding Tan Off in 2010 and Studio Play in 2011</div><div>In 2017 Leah launched Cachia together with Melbourne influencer Sophie Cachia and in 2019 Leah and Sophie also launched Fairy Magic Online.</div><div>Leah is also the General Manager of Studio Kids.</div><div><br></div><div>Leah has now launched her latest venture, which joins forces with like-minded individuals to help them bring products ideas to life.</div><div><br></div><div>Key takeaways and tips: </div><div>· Do what you LOVE (I repeat, do what you LOVE!) </div><div>· There is no separation between you personal and work life</div><div>· Plan and know what you like and want</div><div>· Surround yourself with like-minded people</div><div>· Post Post Post you just need to be seen – just post</div><div>· Embrace the journey and find your own success</div><div>· Create the masterpiece of your life</div><div>·Continue to learn</div><div>· Be kind</div><div><br></div><div>You can find Leah at:</div><div><a href="https://www.leahbetts.com/" target="_blank">https://www.leahbetts.com/</a>Leah - </div><div>www.instagram.com/leahbetts</div><div> - www.instagram.com/cachiaCachia Sleepwear</div><div><a href="https://cachia.shop/" target="_blank">https://cachia.shop/</a></div><div><br></div><div>Want to join our ‘Start Your Fashion Business’ Programme &amp; Community? </div><div>If you would like to learn online, gain the support of mentors and join an engaged community, please head over to:</div><div><a href="https://fashionequipped.com.au/start-your-fashion-business/" target="_blank">www.fashionequipped.com.au/start-your-fashion-business-programme/</a></div><div><br></div><div>You can find Fashion Equipped over at:</div><div>Instagram: @<a href="http://www.instagram.com/fashionequipped/" target="_blank">fashionequipped</a></div><div>Podcast Insta: @<a href="http://www.instagram.com/fashionbusinessmindset/" target="_blank">fashionbusinessmindset</a></div><div>Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fashionequipped/" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/fashionequipped</a></div><div>Website: <a href="http://www.fashionequipped.com.au/" target="_blank">www.fashionequipped.com.au</a></div><div><br></div><div>Let's do this together, let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!</div>

Fashion Business Mindset is your FROW seat to 'real' stories from Designers, Brands, Entrepreneurs, Makers & Mentors. Our mission? To increase the success rate in the Fashion Industry by creating a dynamic fashion business eco-system. Fashion Business Mindset provides industry insights and insider access to The Future of Fashion. Hosted & created by Elizabeth Formosa, the Founder of Fashion Equipped.

https://fashionequipped.com.au/

<p>Fashion Business Mindset is your FROW seat to 'real' stories from Designers, Brands, Entrepreneurs, Makers &amp; Mentors. Our mission? To increase the success rate in the Fashion Industry by creating a dynamic fashion business eco-system. Fashion Business Mindset provides industry insights and insider access to The Future of Fashion. Hosted &amp; created by Elizabeth Formosa, the Founder of Fashion Equipped.</p>
<p><a href="https://fashionequipped.com.au/">https://fashionequipped.com.au/</a> </p>

Fashion Business Mindset is your FROW seat to the ‘real’ stories from Designers, Brands, Entrepreneurs, Makers & Mentors.

Fashion Business Mindset

Fashion Business Mindset is your FROW seat to 'real' stories from Brands, Designers, Entrepreneurs, Makers and Mentors. Our mission? For you to tap into a dynamic fashion business elevation eco-system. Fashion Business Mindset provides access to rare conversations with industry thought leaders and changemakers. You'll gain insider access to The Future of Fashion. Hosted & created by Elizabeth Formosa, the Founder of Fashion Equipped.

https://fashionequipped.com.au/



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<p>Fashion Business Mindset is your FROW seat to 'real' stories from Brands, Designers, Entrepreneurs, Makers and Mentors. Our mission? For you to tap into a dynamic fashion business elevation eco-system. Fashion Business Mindset provides access to rare conversations with industry thought leaders and changemakers. You'll gain insider access to The Future of Fashion. Hosted &amp; created by Elizabeth Formosa, the Founder of Fashion Equipped.</p>
<p><a href="https://fashionequipped.com.au/">https://fashionequipped.com.au/</a></p>
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<p>-- </p>
<p>This is a Guide Your Light Network Production | Podcasts with Purpose</p>
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In this Episode Elizabeth speaks with Leah Betts, Co-Founder of Cachia Sleepwear & Multi Brand...

Leah Betts - Co-Founder of Cachia Sleepwear & Multi Brand Entrepreneur - "Why no idea is worth going broke for"

In this opening episode of Season 7, Elizabeth Formosa unpacks what profitability really requires in 2026 — and why net cash in the bank matters just as much as the P&L.

Across the industry, many brands are growing. Revenue is up. Orders are flowing. From the outside, things look strong. But internally, margins are tighter, cash flow feels heavier, and decision-making has become more complex.

This episode explores the shift required for founders who want sustainable, commercially sound growth.

Elizabeth shares the five core pillars she sees separating reactive businesses from intentional ones:


Clarity before growth


Intentional product and inventory decisions


Channel discipline


Structure that matches the stage of the business


Reducing founder and leadership decision load

You’ll also hear why:

– Profit is an accounting outcome
– Cash is operational reality
– And disciplined decision-making is the true driver of both

This is not a tactical episode about quick wins.
It’s a strategic conversation about building resilient fashion businesses that can grow, reinvest and stabilise with confidence.

If 2026 feels like a year where your next decision truly matters, this episode is for you.

_____

Work with Fashion Equipped in 2026

Ready to scale with clarity, confidence and intention?

Fashion Equipped partners with established fashion businesses at pivotal stages of growth and evolution.

Elizabeth Formosa provides senior-level strategic advisory across strategy, structure, profitability and decision-making — helping founders and leadership teams navigate increasing complexity with commercially grounded perspective and clear direction.

This is experienced, considered guidance for building resilient, high-performing fashion businesses that are designed to last.

Interested in Strategic Advisory?

The Fashion Business Growth Roadmap is my signature strategic advisory engagement for founders and leadership teams at pivotal stages of growth.
Together, we bring structure, financial clarity and a dynamic 12-month growth plan into the business.

Book a Clarity Call with Elizabeth here.

The Fashion Business Growth Roadmap | Fashion Equipped — Fashion Equipped: Fashion Business Consulting

Connect with us:

Instagram: @‌fashionequipped
Podcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindset
Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped
Website: Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped

Interested in Sponsorship?

We invite expressions of interest from aligned brands, retailers and industry partners who want to support commercially grounded conversations shaping the future of fashion.

To learn more, reach out via email at elizabeth@fashionequipped.com.au
or DM @‌fashionbusinessmindset

Let’s build your next phase of growth — with clarity and confidence.

<p data-renderer-start-pos="69">In this opening episode of Season 7, Elizabeth Formosa unpacks what profitability really requires in 2026 &mdash; and why net cash in the bank matters just as much as the P&amp;L.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="240">Across the industry, many brands are growing. Revenue is up. Orders are flowing. From the outside, things look strong. But internally, margins are tighter, cash flow feels heavier, and decision-making has become more complex.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="467">This episode explores the shift required for founders who want sustainable, commercially sound growth.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="571">Elizabeth shares the five core pillars she sees separating reactive businesses from intentional ones:</p>
<ul data-indent-level="1">
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="676">Clarity before growth</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="701">Intentional product and inventory decisions</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="748">Channel discipline</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="770">Structure that matches the stage of the business</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="822">Reducing founder and leadership decision load</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="871">You&rsquo;ll also hear why:</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="894">&ndash; Profit is an accounting outcome<br>&ndash; Cash is operational reality<br>&ndash; And disciplined decision-making is the true driver of both</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1020">This is not a tactical episode about quick wins.<br>It&rsquo;s a strategic conversation about building resilient fashion businesses that can grow, reinvest and stabilise with confidence.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1199">If 2026 feels like a year where your next decision truly matters, this episode is for you.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1291">_____</p>
<p>Work with Fashion Equipped in 2026</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1334">Ready to scale with clarity, confidence and intention?</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1390">Fashion Equipped partners with established fashion businesses at pivotal stages of growth and evolution.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1496">Elizabeth Formosa provides senior-level strategic advisory across strategy, structure, profitability and decision-making &mdash; helping founders and leadership teams navigate increasing complexity with commercially grounded perspective and clear direction.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1749">This is experienced, considered guidance for building resilient, high-performing fashion businesses that are designed to last.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1877"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Interested in Strategic Advisory?</strong></p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1912">The Fashion Business Growth Roadmap is my signature strategic advisory engagement for founders and leadership teams at pivotal stages of growth.<br>Together, we bring structure, financial clarity and a dynamic 12-month growth plan into the business.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2160">Book a Clarity Call with Elizabeth here.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2202"><a href="https://fashionequipped.com.au/the-fashion-business-growth-roadmap" data-testid="inline-card-resolved-view">The Fashion Business Growth Roadmap | Fashion Equipped &mdash; Fashion Equipped: Fashion Business Consulting</a></p>
<hr>
<p>Connect with us:</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2224">Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/fashionequipped/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety"> @&zwnj;fashionequipped</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/startyourfashionbusiness_au/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety"> </a><br>Podcast Insta:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/fashionbusinessmindset/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety"> @&zwnj;fashionbusinessmindset</a><br>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/fashionequipped" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety"> www.facebook.com/fashionequipped</a><br>Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fashionequipped.com.au/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped</a></p>
<hr>
<p>Interested in Sponsorship?</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2437">We invite expressions of interest from aligned brands, retailers and industry partners who want to support commercially grounded conversations shaping the future of fashion.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2612">To learn more, reach out via email at <a href="mailto:elizabeth@fashionequipped.com.au" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">elizabeth@fashionequipped.com.au</a><br>or DM @&zwnj;fashionbusinessmindset</p>
<hr>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2716">Let&rsquo;s build your next phase of growth &mdash; with clarity and confidence.</p>

The Pathway to Profitability in 2026

As we come to the close of 2025, I wanted to pause and share a personal end-of-year reflection with the Fashion Business Mindset community.

This year has been one of growth, challenge, learning and connection. We’ve shared over 127 episodes, welcomed many new listeners, and continued to have honest conversations about what it really takes to build, lead and sustain a fashion business in a changing market.

In this solo episode, I reflect on the year that was, share a little more about my own journey, and offer grounded advice as we head into 2026.

In this episode, I cover:


Gratitude for our guests, listeners, team and incredible clients


My journey in fashion, consulting and education


Lessons from a recent trek in Nepal and what it taught me about resilience


Acknowledging the challenges many brands are facing right now


Why protecting margins and strengthening foundations matters more than ever


Practical guidance for approaching 2026 with clarity and confidence


How to seek support if you’re ready for your next phase of growth

This episode is for founders, leaders and teams who want to reset, refocus and move forward with intention.

Thank you for being part of Fashion Business Mindset. I’m so grateful for this community and excited for what’s ahead.

______

Work with Fashion Equipped in 2026
If you're ready to take your fashion business to the next level, connect with Elizabeth and the team at Fashion Equipped. Whether you're looking for Consulting, Mentorship, or Online Learning, we're here to support your journey.

Interested in Consulting?
Check out Elizabeth's iconic Fashion Business Growth Roadmap Consulting and Book a Clarity Call with Elizabeth here: The Fashion Business Growth Roadmap | Fashion Equipped — Fashion Equipped: Fashion Business Consulting

Connect with us:
Instagram: @‌fashionequipped
Podcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindset
Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped
Website: Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped

Interested in exploring Sponsorship of the Fashion Business Mindset Podcast?

We’re inviting expressions of interest from brands, retailers and businesses aligned with our values who want to collaborate with us in bringing even more value to our fashion community.

📩 To learn more, reach out via email at elizabeth@fashionequipped.com.au or DM me on Instagram @‌fashionbusinessmindset

Let's do this together,

Let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

<p data-renderer-start-pos="226">As we come to the close of 2025, I wanted to pause and share a personal end-of-year reflection with the Fashion Business Mindset community.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="367">This year has been one of growth, challenge, learning and connection. We&rsquo;ve shared over 127 episodes, welcomed many new listeners, and continued to have honest conversations about what it really takes to build, lead and sustain a fashion business in a changing market.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="637">In this solo episode, I reflect on the year that was, share a little more about my own journey, and offer grounded advice as we head into 2026.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="782">In this episode, I cover:</p>
<ul data-indent-level="1">
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="811">Gratitude for our guests, listeners, team and incredible clients</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="879">My journey in fashion, consulting and education</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="930">Lessons from a recent trek in Nepal and what it taught me about resilience</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1008">Acknowledging the challenges many brands are facing right now</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1073">Why protecting margins and strengthening foundations matters more than ever</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1152">Practical guidance for approaching 2026 with clarity and confidence</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1223">How to seek support if you&rsquo;re ready for your next phase of growth</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1292">This episode is for founders, leaders and teams who want to reset, refocus and move forward with intention.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1401">Thank you for being part of Fashion Business Mindset. I&rsquo;m so grateful for this community and excited for what&rsquo;s ahead.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1521">______</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1529"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Work with Fashion Equipped in 2026</strong><br>If you're ready to take your fashion business to the next level, connect with Elizabeth and the team at Fashion Equipped. Whether you're looking for Consulting, Mentorship, or Online Learning, we're here to support your journey.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1794"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Interested in Consulting?</strong><br>Check out Elizabeth's iconic <strong data-renderer-mark="true">Fashion Business Growth Roadmap</strong> Consulting and Book a Clarity Call with Elizabeth here: <a href="https://fashionequipped.com.au/the-fashion-business-growth-roadmap" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">The Fashion Business Growth Roadmap | Fashion Equipped &mdash; Fashion Equipped: Fashion Business Consulting</a></p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2041"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Connect with us:</strong><br>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/fashionequipped/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety"> @&zwnj;fashionequipped</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/startyourfashionbusiness_au/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety"> </a><br>Podcast Insta:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/fashionbusinessmindset/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety"> @&zwnj;fashionbusinessmindset</a><br>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/fashionequipped" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety"> www.facebook.com/fashionequipped</a><br>Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fashionequipped.com.au/" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped</a></p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2242"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Interested in exploring Sponsorship of the Fashion Business Mindset Podcast?</strong></p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2320">We&rsquo;re inviting expressions of interest from brands, retailers and businesses aligned with our values who want to collaborate with us in bringing even more value to our fashion community.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2508">📩 To learn more, reach out via email at <a href="mailto:elizabeth@fashionequipped.com.au" data-renderer-mark="true" data-is-router-link="false" data-testid="link-with-safety">elizabeth@fashionequipped.com.au</a> or DM me on Instagram @&zwnj;fashionbusinessmindset</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2630"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Let's do this together,</strong></p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2655"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Let's make </strong><em data-renderer-mark="true"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!</strong></em></p>

End of Year Reflection | Fashion Business Mindset

As we near the end of our 2025 season of Fashion Business Mindset, I’m excited to share a truly meaningful milestone — 40 years of Motto, a long-standing Australian fashion brand that continues to evolve, reinvent and inspire.

In this episode, I’m joined by Faye Browne and Lauren French, the mother–daughter duo behind Motto, who have built one of the most resilient and community-driven fashion businesses in Australia.

Faye began her journey as a fashion buyer before launching Motto with her husband John, driven by a passion for empowering women and celebrating individuality. Today, at 70, Faye remains a vibrant force — leading with authenticity, curiosity and a fierce commitment to helping women feel fabulous in their own skin.

Lauren joined the business in 2007 and spearheaded Motto’s transition from traditional retail to a thriving eCommerce and content-driven brand. As CEO and mum of young children, she has redefined modern leadership — building a sophisticated marketing engine, embracing digital storytelling, and growing an engaged community through daily LIVE try-ons.

During our conversation, we dive into:


The origin story — how Motto began and the early lessons that shaped the brand


Digital reinvention — Lauren’s pivot from bricks-and-mortar to eCommerce before the industry was ready


Hybrid retail — balancing online growth with the role of physical stores


The power of community — why Motto’s LIVE try-ons became a phenomenon and a conversion machine


Intergenerational leadership — navigating roles, decision-making and shared vision


Who the Motto woman is today — and how she has evolved


Longevity in fashion — the mindsets, product strategy and courage required to stay relevant for four decades


Authenticity & empowerment — Faye and Lauren’s personal practices, leadership philosophies and approach to style


What’s next — the future of Motto as it steps into its fifth decade

This conversation is packed with wisdom for founders, leaders and anyone building a brand designed to last.

Tune in to hear the story behind 40 years of reinvention, resilience and community — from two women who continue to shape the Australian fashion landscape in their own bold and brilliant way.

Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or your favourite podcast platform.

You can connect with Motto at:

Web:

Women's Boutique Clothing Store Online | Motto Fashions

Instagram:

Motto | Womens Fashion Australia (@mottofashions) • Instagram profile

YouTube:

mottofashions

______________

Work with Fashion Equipped
If you're ready to take your fashion business to the next level, connect with Elizabeth and the team at Fashion Equipped. Whether you're looking for Consulting, Mentorship, or Online Learning, we're here to support your journey.

Interested in Consulting?
Check out Elizabeth's iconic Fashion Business Growth Roadmap Consulting and Book a Clarity Call with Elizabeth here: The Fashion Business Growth Roadmap | Fashion Equipped — Fashion Equipped: Fashion Business Consulting

Connect with us:
Instagram: @‌fashionequipped
Podcast Insta: @‌fashionbusinessmindset
Facebook: www.facebook.com/fashionequipped
Website: Fashion Business Consulting and Mentoring | Fashion Equipped

Interested in exploring Sponsorship of the Fashion Business Mindset Podcast?

We’re inviting expressions of interest from brands, retailers and businesses aligned with our values who want to collaborate with us in bringing even more value to our fashion community.

📩 To learn more, reach out via email at elizabeth@fashionequipped.com.au or DM me on Instagram @‌fashionbusinessmindset

Let's do this together,

Let's make The Fashion Business, YOUR Business!

<p data-renderer-start-pos="106">As we near the end of our 2025 season of Fashion Business Mindset, I&rsquo;m excited to share a truly meaningful milestone &mdash; 40 years of Motto, a long-standing Australian fashion brand that continues to evolve, reinvent and inspire.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="334">In this episode, I&rsquo;m joined by <strong data-renderer-mark="true">Faye Browne</strong> and <strong data-renderer-mark="true">Lauren French</strong>, the mother&ndash;daughter duo behind Motto, who have built one of the most resilient and community-driven fashion businesses in Australia.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="530">Faye began her journey as a fashion buyer before launching Motto with her husband John, driven by a passion for empowering women and celebrating individuality. Today, at 70, Faye remains a vibrant force &mdash; leading with authenticity, curiosity and a fierce commitment to helping women feel fabulous in their own skin.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="847">Lauren joined the business in 2007 and spearheaded Motto&rsquo;s transition from traditional retail to a thriving eCommerce and content-driven brand. As CEO and mum of young children, she has redefined modern leadership &mdash; building a sophisticated marketing engine, embracing digital storytelling, and growing an engaged community through daily LIVE try-ons.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1200">During our conversation, we dive into:</p>
<ul data-indent-level="1">
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1242"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">The origin story</strong> &mdash; how Motto began and the early lessons that shaped the brand</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1324"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Digital reinvention</strong> &mdash; Lauren&rsquo;s pivot from bricks-and-mortar to eCommerce before the industry was ready</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1430"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Hybrid retail</strong> &mdash; balancing online growth with the role of physical stores</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1506"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">The power of community</strong> &mdash; why Motto&rsquo;s LIVE try-ons became a phenomenon and a conversion machine</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1604"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Intergenerational leadership</strong> &mdash; navigating roles, decision-making and shared vision</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1690"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Who the Motto woman is today</strong> &mdash; and how she has evolved</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1748"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Longevity in fashion</strong> &mdash; the mindsets, product strategy and courage required to stay relevant for four decades</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1860"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Authenticity &amp; empowerment</strong> &mdash; Faye and Lauren&rsquo;s personal practices, leadership philosophies and approach to style</p>
</li>
<li>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="1976"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">What&rsquo;s next</strong> &mdash; the future of Motto as it steps into its fifth decade</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2047">This conversation is packed with wisdom for founders, leaders and anyone building a brand designed to last.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2156">Tune in to hear the story behind 40 years of reinvention, resilience and community &mdash; from two women who continue to shape the Australian fashion landscape in their own bold and brilliant way.</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2349"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or your favourite podcast platform.</strong></p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2416">You can connect with Motto at:</p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2448"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Web:</strong></p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2454"><a href="https://www.motto.com.au/" data-testid="inline-card-resolved-view">Women's Boutique Clothing Store Online | Motto Fashions</a></p>
<p data-renderer-start-pos="2457"><strong data-renderer-mark="true">Instagram:</strong></p>
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