In EP022 of Sushi Fridays the Podcast, Jamie Bell, business lawter and founder of The Contracts Market, emphasizes the importance of contracts in business relationships and the confidence they bring. Jamie provides advice on important clauses to include in contracts, such as detailed service descriptions, timelines for deliverables, and ownership of deliverables. She also discusses the challenges of collaborating with friends and the need for open conversations and written agreements. Jaime speaks on:Establishing clear expectations and protecting your business in client relationshipsImportant clauses to include in contractsCollaborating with friendsReviewing and amending contracts when necessary, and seeking legal advice when dealing with complex agreementsConnect with Andrea:⁠LinkedIn⁠:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual/⁠Fashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod⁠:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠Connect with Jaime: IG @contractsmarket: https://www.instagram.com/contractsmarket/Website: www.thecontractsmarket.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In EP021 of Sushi Fridays, Alan Michael, a Louisiana-based creative, shares his journey and perspective on being a stylist and storyteller, courtesy of the Bayou.Alan discusses:Fashion styling and creativityExpanding his career beyond stylingChallenges as a creative in LouisianaDream collaborations and personal projectsDealing with rejection and negative energyLouisiana's creative influence and misconceptionsDefining success and celebrating achievementsConnect with Andrea:⁠LinkedIn⁠:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual/⁠Fashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod⁠:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠Connect with Alan Michael:IG @alanchronicles: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/alanchronicles⁠Website: ⁠https://www.amexperience.org/⁠Sushi Fridays The Podcast is a project that takes a lot of time, love, and attention to produce, record, and publish. We are listened to in 25+ countries worldwide and counting, and our listenership continues to grow.You can support our growth here: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/sushifridayspod⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In EP020 of Sushi Fridays, Leslie Frempong, Creative Director and Photographer, shares her experiences working in the fashion and modelling industries.Leslie discusses: The importance of diverse teams and the impact of the female gaze in photographyThe challenges faced in creative team collaborationInsights from photography workshops The intersection of creativity, representation, and the business side of fashion photography Connect with Andrea: ⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascualFashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod⁠: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodConnect with Leslie: IG @pchoberry: https://www.instagram.com/pchoberryWebsite: https://www.lesliefrempong.comSushi Fridays The Podcast is a project that takes a lot of time, love, and attention to produce, record, and publish. We are listened to in 25+ countries worldwide and counting, and our listenership continues to grow. You can support our growth here: https://buymeacoffee.com/sushifridayspodThank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In EP019 of Sushi Fridays The Podcast, host Andrea Pascual (@andreapascual.co) shares her experience participating in her first (and maybe only) group fashion popup event in Toronto.  Takeaways: Participating in a group fashion popup event can provide valuable knowledge and insights about your brand Having control over the presentation and curation of your brand is important for maintaining brand integrity The fashion scene in Toronto may not provide the same level of support and opportunities as other cities Thinking globally and spreading your brand message beyond your local market can be beneficial Connect with Andrea:LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠⁠⁠Fashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠⁠⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In EP018 of Sushi Fridays, Mihailo Andic, Designer, Art Director, Creative Director, and Photographer, shares his journey in the creative industry and offers insights into the business side of creativity.Our discussion with Mihailo covers:* Transitioning from school to the professional creative world* Pitching and presenting concepts* Pricing creative work* Negotiating payment terms* Collaborating with clients* Paying friends and peers* Balancing the business side of creativity* Walking away from bad clients or projects* Having an abundance mindset* Building a strong network and fostering relationshipsPlus more!Connect with Andrea:LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠⁠Fashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠⁠Connect with Mihailo:⁠https://mihailoandic.com/⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mihailoandic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In EP017 of Sushi Fridays, Raif discusses his early days in fashion, his success in merging streetwear with high fashion, and reflects on the Canadian fashion landscape and the importance of authenticity and staying true to one's vision as a designer.He also emphasizes the importance of creating authentic products that speak to lifestyle when building a brand, and highlights the value of collaborations and relationships in growing a fashion brand.Raif reflects on his desired legacy and the importance of relationships in the fashion industry, and shares his POV on the state of current retail spaces.Raif’s story is the blueprint on how to make it in the fashion industry as a multidisciplinary creative and business person on your own terms, with your own vision, as a pioneer and early adopter.Read the blog post here: https://andreapascual.co/blogs/journal/sushi-fridays-ep017-raif-adelbergConnect with Andrea:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascualFashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coSushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodConnect with Raif Adelberg:www.raifadelberg.comhttps://www.instagram.com/raifadelberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In EP016 of Sushi Fridays, Cynthia Angel, founder of DLA Films, shares her humble upbringing, discovering her passion for film, and transitioning from corporate to building her own production company, DLA Films.Cynthia emphasizes the importance of representation in the industry and the need for diverse voices to be heard. She also talks about her current projects, future plans for DLA Films, and emphasizes the importance of guiding the next generation of storytellers and filmmakers. Takeaways:Representation in the film industry is crucial for reflecting the diversity of the real world and providing opportunities for underrepresented voicesChallenges faced by women in the industry include not being heard or taken seriously, but progress is being madeSelf-funding a feature film comes with its own set of challenges, but perseverance and belief in the project are keyGuiding the next generation of storytellers and filmmakers is a priority for CynthiaConnect with Andrea:LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠Fashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠ Connect with Cynthia Angel:⁠www.dlafilms.com⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dlafilms⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/⁠cynthiaangel17⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (designer/founder of brand studio @cooleyecreative and fashion brand @andreapascual.co) discusses why doing entrepreneurship alone is not her end goal. Takeaways:- Building a team and getting help is crucial for scaling a business- Not being skilled at every task is a valid reason to seek help- Spreading oneself too thin can lead to burnoutConnect with AndreaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascualFashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coSushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodTo get a complimentary brand identity audit from Andrea, please send a screenshot of your 5-star rating and review of Sushi Fridays The Podcast to Andrea's contact info above.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (designer/founder brand studio @cooleyecreative and fashion brand @andreapascual.co) talks to art director, designer, illustrator, and brand owner, Andrew Thompson. Andrew shares insights into his creative journey, including the evolving landscape of the creative industry. In this episode, Andrew also discusses:- The importance of self-promotion and networking- The need for diverse creative teams- The value of visibility and relationship-building in achieving success as a creativeConnect with AndreaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascualFashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coSushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodConnect with Andrewhttps://cargocollective.com/atslopeshttps://newyorkposse.com/Read the transcript of this episode here: https://andreapascual.co/pages/transcript-of-sushi-fridays-ep014-drew-thompson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this recorded workshop, Aimée helps Liv uncover the target audience for her new business concept. Liv identifies three inspirational brands that she admires and explores potential barriers to working with these brands and the problems they solve for their target audience. Aimée helps Liv discover her brand’s customer journey and the need to create a customer persona to guide her business focus. This conversation provides a reality check on targeting small businesses and highlights the importance of focusing on experiential and production services. Takeaways- Focus on building an experiential company that allows people to experience the brand on a visceral level using their five senses- Target UK-based community builders who prioritize human-centred and active approaches- Consider the persona of the community builder, primarily female in their late 20s to early 30sConnect with AndreaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascualFashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coSushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodConnect with Aimée: https://www.copyunleashed.comRead the transcript of this episode here: https://andreapascual.co/pages/transcript-of-sushi-fridays-ep013-aimee-lopez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (@puffaz.p, founder of Cool Eye Creative and ANDREA PASCUAL) talks to retail copywriter and strategist, Aimée López.Aimée shares her 3-step framework for brand builders, founders, and entrepreneurs: How to Uncover Your Target Customers.More topics in this episode:- AI in copywriting- The role of a copywriter- Why brands should respect creative pros- The Stanley Cup craze- Pharrell as creative director at Louis Vuitton- Topicals and influencer marketingConnect with AndreaLinkedIn@andreapascual.co@sushifridayspodConnect with Aiméewww.copyunleashed.comRead the transcript of this episode HERE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (⁠⁠@puffaz.p⁠⁠) recaps her 2023 season of Sushi Fridays The Podcast and looks ahead to 2024.Connect with Andrea ⁠LinkedIn⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠⁠⁠⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠⁠⁠⁠See you on Sushi Friday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (⁠@puffaz.p⁠) talks to Christopher Holland Brandt, owner and designer of LA-based fashion brand, Holland Brandt. Christopher shares the ups and downs of his fashion journey, including great advice on how to get into retailers as a fashion brand.Connect with Andrea ⁠LinkedIn⁠: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠⁠⁠⁠Personal IG @puffaz.p⁠: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/puffaz.p ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠⁠⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod⁠: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠⁠⁠Connect with Christopher Holland BrandtLinkedIn⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-holland-brandt-20a427185/⁠Website: ⁠https://www.christopherhollandbrandt.com⁠IG @by.holland.brandt: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/by.holland.brandt⁠Read the transcript of this episode here: ⁠⁠https://andreapascual.co/pages/transcript-of-sushi-fridays-ep010-christopher-holland-brandt⁠See you on Sushi Friday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (@puffaz.p) talks to Brandan Ward, co-founder of children’s athletic footwear brand, Worldie. Brandan shares entrepreneurial insights on bootstrapping, finding support and advisors, inspiration, and creating the Worldie brand experience.Connect with Andrea ⁠LinkedIn⁠: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠⁠⁠Personal IG @puffaz.p⁠: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/puffaz.p ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co⁠: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod⁠: ⁠http⁠s://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠⁠Connect with BrandanLinkedIn⁠: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandanward⁠Worldie website: ⁠⁠https://www.worldiebrand.com⁠Read the transcript of this episode here: ⁠https://andreapascual.co/pages/transcript-of-sushi-fridays-ep009-brandan-ward⁠See you on Sushi Friday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (@puffaz.p) interviews Sincerely Mace, UK-based music producer and creative. Mace shares his creative journey, including overcoming challenges, collaboration and new projects, and musical influences that inspire his work.Connect with AndreaLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠IG @puffaz.p: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/puffaz.p⁠IG @andreapascual.co: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coIG @sushifridayspod: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspod⁠Connect with Sincerely MaceIG @sincerelymace: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sincerelymaceWeb: https://www.sincerelymace.comRead the transcript of this episode here:https://andreapascual.co/pages/transcript-of-sushi-fridays-ep008-sincerely-mace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (@puffaz.p) talks to Annie Woo, founder of Sweetduet and Sweetstory Media. Annie shares her entrepreneurial journey, including her creative expression through food, chocolate, and multimedia.Connect with AndreaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascualIG @puffaz.p: https://www.instagram.com/puffaz.pIG @andreapascual.co: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coIG @sushifridayspod: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodConnect with AnnieLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anniewoo11Sweetduet: sweetduetchocolate.comSweetstory Media: https://www.sweetstorymedia.com/Read the transcript of this episode here:https://andreapascual.co/pages/transcript-of-sushi-fridays-ep007-annie-woo-sweetduet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (@puffaz.p) shares three reflections regarding the launch of her namesake label's From Time capsule collection that she dropped one year ago from the recording of this episode.Connect with Andrea ⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠IG @puffaz.p⁠: https://www.instagram.com/puffaz.p⁠IG @andreapascual.co⁠: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coIG @sushifridayspod⁠: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodWeb: https://www.andreapascual.coRead the transcript of this Sushi Fridays EP006 here: https://andreapascual.co/pages/transcript-of-sushi-fridays-ep006-from-time-capsule-collection-three-reflections-one-year-laterSee you on Friday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (@puffaz.p) talks to Aaron Faison, co-founder of children’s athletic footwear brand, Worldie. Aaron shares the process of creating Worldie, including the hurdles he faced, his plans for the brand, and how he uses his law background in entrepreneurship.Connect with Andrea ⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠IG @puffaz.p⁠: https://www.instagram.com/puffaz.p⁠IG @andreapascual.co⁠: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coIG @sushifridayspod⁠: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodConnect with AaronLinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-n-faison/Worldie: https://www.worldiebrand.com/Read the blog about this Sushi Fridays EP005 here: https://andreapascual.co/blogs/journal/sushi-fridays-aaron-faison-worldieRead the transcript of this Sushi Fridays EP005 here: https://andreapascual.co/pages/ep005-aaron-faison-worldieSee you on Friday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Andrea Pascual (@puffaz.p) discusses the challenges of what it’s like trying to make it as a fashion creative in her hometown, Toronto, Canada.Connect with Andrea ⁠LinkedIn⁠: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual⁠IG @puffaz.p⁠: https://www.instagram.com/puffaz.p ⁠IG @andreapascual.co: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.coIG @sushifridayspod⁠: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodTo get a complimentary brand audit from Andrea:Leave a rating and review for Sushi Fridays, take a screenshot, and DM it to Andrea @sushifridayspod (IG) or email it to sushifridayspod@gmail.com.See you on Friday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this first interview episode, host Andrea Pascual (@puffaz.) talks to UK-based artist, designer, and creator, Galanacci The Creator. Be inspired by Galanacci's journey from Manila to the UK, and from architecture, to passion projects, to growing a fashion brand.Connect with Andrea⁠LinkedIn⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreapascual/⁠Personal IG @puffaz.p⁠: https://www.instagram.com/puffaz.pFashion Brand IG @andreapascual.co: https://www.instagram.com/andreapascual.co⁠Sushi Fridays IG @sushifridayspod⁠: https://www.instagram.com/sushifridayspodConnect with GalanacciIG @by.galanacci: https://www.instagram.com/by.galanacciWeb: https://galanacci.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.