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337 | Paige Mycoskie | Turning Dreams into a Global Lifestyle Fashion Brand
Manage episode 468526828 series 2903666
After transforming her love for vintage clothing and 1970s surf culture into the globally recognized brand Aviator Nation, Paige Mycoskie has become a symbol of passion-driven entrepreneurship. In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Paige shares the story of building a brand that not only celebrates creativity but also fosters a culture of community and adventure. Paige delves into the importance of staying authentic in a fast-paced world, the value of stepping away from technology to spark inspiration, and the lessons she’s learned from her journey as a leader.
In this episode, Darius and Paige will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction and Guest Background
(02:4) Paige's Origin Story and Early Influences
(06:03) The Birth of Aviator Nation
(09:00) Initial Success and Market Fit
(11:59) Scaling the Business and Production Challenges
(15:05) Leadership Journey and Team Dynamics
(26:54) Embracing Challenges and Team Growth
(28:48) Advice for Young Entrepreneurs
(30:58) The Creative Process and Authenticity
(37:04) Maintaining Company Culture During Growth
(42:45) Finding Your Ikigai
(45:43) Sibling Success: Learning from Each Other
Paige Mycoskie is the founder of Aviator Nation, a 70's-inspired, Made-in-America lifestyle brand with 17 U.S. retail locations and a factory in Los Angeles. Recognized as GQ Magazine's Designer of the Year and a Forbes-featured entrepreneur, Paige combines fashion, music, and philanthropy through partnerships with festivals like SXSW and nonprofits like Charity Water. From hand-sewing her first garments to creating immersive retail experiences, Paige continues to champion American manufacturing and inspire a new era of design and entrepreneurship.
Sponsored by:
Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/DARIUS.
Shopify: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/darius.
Stash: Don’t let your savings sit around - make it work harder for you. Go to get.stash.com/GREATNESS to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures.
Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster at RocketMoney.com/Darius.
Connect with Paige:
Website: https://www.aviatornation.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aviatornation/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paigemycoskie/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paige-mycoskie-17a9b56
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paigemycoskie/
Connect with Darius:
Website: https://therealdarius.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/
YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube
Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708
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506 episodes
Manage episode 468526828 series 2903666
After transforming her love for vintage clothing and 1970s surf culture into the globally recognized brand Aviator Nation, Paige Mycoskie has become a symbol of passion-driven entrepreneurship. In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Paige shares the story of building a brand that not only celebrates creativity but also fosters a culture of community and adventure. Paige delves into the importance of staying authentic in a fast-paced world, the value of stepping away from technology to spark inspiration, and the lessons she’s learned from her journey as a leader.
In this episode, Darius and Paige will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction and Guest Background
(02:4) Paige's Origin Story and Early Influences
(06:03) The Birth of Aviator Nation
(09:00) Initial Success and Market Fit
(11:59) Scaling the Business and Production Challenges
(15:05) Leadership Journey and Team Dynamics
(26:54) Embracing Challenges and Team Growth
(28:48) Advice for Young Entrepreneurs
(30:58) The Creative Process and Authenticity
(37:04) Maintaining Company Culture During Growth
(42:45) Finding Your Ikigai
(45:43) Sibling Success: Learning from Each Other
Paige Mycoskie is the founder of Aviator Nation, a 70's-inspired, Made-in-America lifestyle brand with 17 U.S. retail locations and a factory in Los Angeles. Recognized as GQ Magazine's Designer of the Year and a Forbes-featured entrepreneur, Paige combines fashion, music, and philanthropy through partnerships with festivals like SXSW and nonprofits like Charity Water. From hand-sewing her first garments to creating immersive retail experiences, Paige continues to champion American manufacturing and inspire a new era of design and entrepreneurship.
Sponsored by:
Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/DARIUS.
Shopify: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/darius.
Stash: Don’t let your savings sit around - make it work harder for you. Go to get.stash.com/GREATNESS to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures.
Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster at RocketMoney.com/Darius.
Connect with Paige:
Website: https://www.aviatornation.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aviatornation/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paigemycoskie/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paige-mycoskie-17a9b56
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paigemycoskie/
Connect with Darius:
Website: https://therealdarius.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/
YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube
Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708
Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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