Wednesday, September 29, 2010

So long Brad... You'll have a great solo career! And Handbag awards!


So it would seem that the nattily attired Brad Goreski and his boss stylist Rachel Zoe have parted ways. At age 33, Brad says it's time he goes out on his own. He's right. In the American tradition of entrepreneurship, it's time he hopped on his own camel to find his own fashion oasis. Though Brad always seemed like a kid fresh out of college, it never dawned on me that he was a day over 24.

While there are many opinions about his talented and well connected boss Zoe, everyone seems to like Brad's calm decisiveness. What comes across through the lens of those obnoxious cameras is someone who can get the job done and not raise a huge fuss even though he is stressed. He'll have a long career in a town and industry known for histrionics. We wish him well.
Three pieces of business advice:
  • Take a good accountant along with you, who will keep you out of jinxes with the IRS! Never be late paying those quarterlies. If you have an employee make the payroll taxes immediately.
  • Cash is king. Never over extend yourself on credit and remember cash flow is everything.
  • Kevan Hall's studio is right across the street. Go visit! Debbie is a smart person.
Also, wanted to bring your attention to the 4th Annual Independent Handbag Awards held in NYC this summer. There were 900 finalists. The workmanship of the designers is impeccable, and these pieces of art deserve special attention. Click the link to see all the winners.

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