{"id":187690,"date":"2022-01-20T08:00:46","date_gmt":"2022-01-20T00:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/?p=187690"},"modified":"2022-01-30T17:49:58","modified_gmt":"2022-01-30T09:49:58","slug":"how-i-get-it-done-sarah-garner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/how-i-get-it-done-sarah-garner\/","title":{"rendered":"How I get it done: Sarah Garner, founder of Retykle"},"content":{"rendered":"

We love entrepreneurs and small business owners at Honeycombers, which is why we\u2019ve created Launchpad<\/a>, a comprehensive digital networking<\/a> platform (with IRL benefits, too) that encourages connection, business support and community. It is a privilege and pleasure to learn from so many talented and inspiring folks<\/a>, so we\u2019ve decided to share the love by interviewing some of the lovely Launchpad members. Looking for inspiration? Check out how Sarah Garner, founder of circular fashion brand, Retykle, gets it done like a boss.<\/p>\n

How I get it done: Sarah Garner<\/h2>\n

How and why did you decide to launch your business?<\/h3>\n

I spent over 10 years climbing the corporate ladder in luxury fashion. After I became a mom, my whole perspective on my role within the industry, and my desired career path, changed. As soon as my son was a few months old, I saw how quickly everything he used became obsolete but was perfectly good to be used by another family. At the time, widespread participation in shopping secondhand was extremely low and I wanted to make it accessible, easy, and desirable. I wanted to apply my experience in the fashion industry to solving textile waste rather than perpetuating consumption.<\/p>\n

My goal was to normalise buying secondhand by making it feel as good as shopping new, while also providing benefits to families and the environment. I\u2019m extremely passionate about doing our part to resolve fashion-waste resulting from temporarily used items.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the secret to your success?<\/h3>\n

I have a stubborn determination and I believe in my ability to tackle challenges. I firmly believe in the purpose behind our mission which keeps me highly motivated.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s been the biggest challenge on your journey so far?<\/h3>\n

I have successfully fundraised for Retykle and beginning the fundraising journey was quite a steep learning curve. I felt that Retykle was initially stigmatised as a \u2018project\u2019 despite our traction in the marketplace. Being a woman in the kids’ fashion industry, I had to fight against the bias of a mom starting a business as being a \u2018hobby\u2019. The more female founders share their stories, the more we perpetuate the success of female entrepreneurs and normalise the fact that a woman can be both a mother and the owner of a successful business.<\/p>\n

What is your proudest achievement?<\/h3>\n

I feel proud of having taken an idea to fruition. And, also, that Retykle serves a larger purpose beyond the pursuit of profit and business success. Looking back at starting the company from home as a one-woman band, to having a team and community that support our mission towards achieving circularity, I feel immensely proud of all that we have accomplished together.<\/p>\n

Launching in Singapore has been a great milestone this year, and we look forward to growing the Retykle community in Singapore and new regions over the coming years.<\/p>\n

What does the Launchpad community mean to you?<\/h3>\n

Entrepreneurship requires a constant state of learning, and community is the lifeblood of advancing access to knowledge, network, and opportunities. I’m thrilled to join this platform as I know that this experience will be curated with content and connectivity, which will cut to the heart of what entrepreneurs need to advance their journey.<\/p>\n

Communities are what catapult businesses and allow for knowledge and network transfers. Entrepreneurs know the hardships of each stage and have many shared experiences and learnings and can share shortcuts with others. We all share a pay-it-forward camaraderie since so many have helped each and every one of us along the way.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the one thing you cannot live without?<\/h3>\n

Bedtime snuggles with my kids, which puts everything into proper perspective.<\/p>\n

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Relentless focus on the purpose of your business, with an awareness of the bigger picture, can help you find unique opportunities.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

How I get it done: Lightning round<\/h3>\n

On a typical morning:<\/strong><\/p>\n