Chapter
The Story Behind Spanx with Sara Blakely
34:09 - 38:20 (04:11)
Sara Blakely shares the story behind the creation of Spanx, how she got started, and how she overcame obstacles along the way to create a hugely successful brand.
Clips
The speaker discusses her struggles with finding the right undergarment for white pants, leading to her development of problem-solving skills and becoming a successful "power broker."
34:09 - 36:25 (02:15)
Problem Solving
Summary
The speaker discusses her struggles with finding the right undergarment for white pants, leading to her development of problem-solving skills and becoming a successful "power broker."
ChapterThe Story Behind Spanx with Sara Blakely
EpisodeThe 3 Secrets To Negotiating In Life & Business [MASTERCLASS] EP 1305
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Sarah Blakely worked on the idea for Spanx, a shapewear brand, while working as a door-to-door fax machine salesperson.
36:25 - 38:20 (01:55)
Shapewear
Summary
Sarah Blakely worked on the idea for Spanx, a shapewear brand, while working as a door-to-door fax machine salesperson. She faced challenges in convincing hosiery manufacturers to use their material for undergarments rather than legwear.