In this episode of the Leading You Podcast, I’m joined by Vanessa Belll, eco-entrepreneur, sustainability advocate, and former fashion model. Vanessa shares her inspiring journey from the world of high fashion to the heart of the Australian bush, where she now leads a purpose-driven business combining regenerative farming, ethical production, and sustainable fashion.

Vanessa opens up about her love affair with Merino wool, the power of reinvention, and the mindset it takes to lead with purpose. We dive into her transition from modelling to farming, her commitment to creating luxury knitwear that respects people and the planet, and the legacy she’s building through courageous choices.

If you’re curious about sustainable entrepreneurship, looking for motivation to pursue your passion, or simply love a story of bold transformation, this conversation will leave you inspired.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction and Monthly Reflection
00:49 – Meet Vanessa Bell: Eco Entrepreneur
01:25 – Vanessa's Journey from Fashion to Farming
03:01 – Falling in Love with Wool
07:23 – Building a Sustainable Business
14:43 – Navigating Change and Reinvention
20:39 – Resilience and Mindset in the Bush
27:15 – Vanessa's Legacy and Final Thoughts
32:41 – Conclusion and Call to Action

Key Takeaways:
What it takes to pivot your life and career with courage
How Vanessa built a luxury sustainable brand from the ground up
The leadership lessons behind living off the land
Why Merino wool is a game-changer in ethical fashion
The role of resilience and values in navigating change
How to take bold action before you feel ready

 
Resources Mentioned:

You Always Have a Choice
Download the free Break Free from the Juggle workbook 

Connect with Vanessa:
Instagram: @fashiontofarmer / @VanessaBellOfficial
Website:www.vanessa-bell.com
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/vjbell/
Podcast:Fashion To Farmer

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram:@juliehydeleads
Website:     https://juliehyde.com.au


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In this episode of the Leading You Podcast, I&rsquo;m joined by Vanessa Belll, eco-entrepreneur, sustainability advocate, and former fashion model. Vanessa shares her inspiring journey from the world of high fashion to the heart of the Australian bush, where she now leads a purpose-driven business combining regenerative farming, ethical production, and sustainable fashion.
Vanessa opens up about her love affair with Merino wool, the power of reinvention, and the mindset it takes to lead with purpose. We dive into her transition from modelling to farming, her commitment to creating luxury knitwear that respects people and the planet, and the legacy she&rsquo;s building through courageous choices.
If you&rsquo;re curious about sustainable entrepreneurship, looking for motivation to pursue your passion, or simply love a story of bold transformation, this conversation will leave you inspired.
Timestamps:
00:00 &ndash; Introduction and Monthly Reflection 00:49 &ndash; Meet Vanessa Bell: Eco Entrepreneur 01:25 &ndash; Vanessa's Journey from Fashion to Farming 03:01 &ndash; Falling in Love with Wool 07:23 &ndash; Building a Sustainable Business 14:43 &ndash; Navigating Change and Reinvention 20:39 &ndash; Resilience and Mindset in the Bush 27:15 &ndash; Vanessa's Legacy and Final Thoughts 32:41 &ndash; Conclusion and Call to Action
Key Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>What it takes to pivot your life and career with courage</li>
<li>How Vanessa built a luxury sustainable brand from the ground up</li>
<li>The leadership lessons behind living off the land</li>
<li>Why Merino wool is a game-changer in ethical fashion</li>
<li>The role of resilience and values in navigating change</li>
<li>How to take bold action before you feel ready</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; Resources Mentioned:
<a href="https://youalwayshaveachoice.com.au/">You Always Have a Choice</a> Download the free <a href="https://juliehyde.com.au/">Break Free from the Juggle</a> workbook&nbsp;
Connect with Vanessa: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fashiontofarmer/">@fashiontofarmer</a> / <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vanessabellofficial/">@VanessaBellOfficial</a> Website: <a href="https://www.vanessa-bell.com">www.vanessa-bell.com</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vjbell/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/vjbell/</a> Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fashion-to-farmer/id1728963095?i=1000654732284">Fashion To Farmer</a>
Connect with Julie: LinkedIn: &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/</a> Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/juliehydeleads/"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/juliehydeleads/">@juliehydeleads</a> Website: &nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="https://juliehyde.com.au">https://juliehyde.com.au</a>
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Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership?
Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact.
There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be.
I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up.
Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important.
Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.

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Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership?
Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact.
There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be.
I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up.
Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important.
Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.

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