ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.
Listen "Jane Shepherdson CBE, fashion pioneer, on using instinct to take Whistles and Topshop to the top"
Episode Synopsis
Hailed as a retail genius, credited with transforming Topshop into a global fashion phenomenon and working wonders at Whistles, Jane began her career at the bottom of the ladder and honed her craft from the ground up with grit and creativity. Here, she shares how, in a world driven by data, instinct has been her guiding light.
WHY YOU WILL ENJOY THIS EPISODE
Discover the power of being emotionally connected and trusting your intuition.
Hear how Jane was labelled a ‘difficult woman’ for having the courage of her convictions.
Jane shares how confidence is not always innate but can be built from your successes.
If you enjoyed this episode, we think you’ll love Holly’s Conversation of Inspiration with Bobbi Brown, founder of Bobbi Brown and Jones Road Beauty.
Plus for more unfiltered insight, subscribe to Holly’s weekly newsletters on our website, where she shares small business finds and inspiration, nuggets of wisdom from her and her guests, plus exclusive offers, creative ideas and topical, 'ungoogleable' business advice.
WHY YOU WILL ENJOY THIS EPISODE
Discover the power of being emotionally connected and trusting your intuition.
Hear how Jane was labelled a ‘difficult woman’ for having the courage of her convictions.
Jane shares how confidence is not always innate but can be built from your successes.
If you enjoyed this episode, we think you’ll love Holly’s Conversation of Inspiration with Bobbi Brown, founder of Bobbi Brown and Jones Road Beauty.
Plus for more unfiltered insight, subscribe to Holly’s weekly newsletters on our website, where she shares small business finds and inspiration, nuggets of wisdom from her and her guests, plus exclusive offers, creative ideas and topical, 'ungoogleable' business advice.
More episodes of the podcast Conversations of Inspiration
S23 Ep3: Kate Halfpenny, Founder of Halfpenny London: Celebrating individuality & empowering brides
29/09/2025
S22 Ep7: Ned Trier, Founder of The Gluttonous Gardener & Growbar: Growing a business with heart
21/07/2025
S22 Ep5: Artist, Bob and Roberta Smith OBE RA: Guardian of the Arts — why art makes people powerful
07/07/2025
In God we trust