Into the Fashion Industry Career Podcast
The Into the Fashion Industry Career Podcast is dedicated to giving fashion professionals tools, information and resources you need in order to start or further your career. If you've ever wished you had a mentor to help you achieve all of your fashion career goals, this podcast is for you.
With over 20 years of experience within the industry, your host, Maria Hedian - corporate fashion professional turned career mentor and fashion educator, teaches you everything you need to know in order to excel as a professional within the fashion industry. Learn actionable tips and strategies in weekly episodes that provide real-life guidance for career success. Discover how to craft a resume that gets noticed, ace your interviews, build a professional brand and navigate networking.
Join us as we discuss all of your career questions and behind-the-scenes industry strategies and techniques. Every episode is designed to help you take immediate action that will take your fashion career to the next level. Don't wait to start listening - now is the time to gain the skills and confidence needed to get hired in this competitive industry. With The Into the Fashion Industry Career Podcast, you'll be able to navigate the the ins and outs of one of the world's most exclusive industries with confidence. Tune in each week to learn all there is to know and make your career goals a reality.
Episodes
25 episodes
What I Wish I Knew About Networking in Fashion: Top Fashion Networking Tips for Students and Aspiring Professionals
Ever wonder how fashion industry leaders actually built their networks? Spoiler: It wasn't through perfectly polished elevator pitches. In this tell-all episode, I'm sharing the networking mistakes, awkward moments and unexpected wins that tran...
How to Land 2025 Fashion Internships: Insider Tips, Networking Strategies and Organization Tools for Success
Ready to land one of the top 2025 fashion internships? In today’s episode, we’re diving into everything you need to know to make your application shine, network authentically and stay organized from start to finish.Whether you’re on the...
Ultimate Guide to Fashion Job Fair Prep: Networking Tips and Resume Strategies
Welcome to the Into the Fashion Industry Career Podcast! In this episode, I provide you with essential strategies to maximize your experience at a fashion job fair.We start by discussing the importance of researching participat...
What is a Unique Value Proposition and How Can It Help You Stand Out in a Fashion Job Interview?
As an experienced fashion educator, I've mentored countless young professionals who felt frustrated and discouraged trying to land their dream fashion job. The secret? Identifying and communicating your Unique Value Proposition.In this e...
The Art of Cold Outreach: How to Build Valuable Connections to Advance Your Fashion Career
Struggling to expand your professional network beyond immediate connections?Cold outreach is the secret weapon that can transform your fashion career. This episode tackles the art of reaching out to industry professionals you’ve never m...
Networking Strategies for Recent Grads: How to Use Your Network to Reach Your Career Goals
Struggling to launch your fashion career after graduation? Learn proven networking strategies to grow your professional community and reach your career goals. This episode covers why networking is critical for recent grads, how to ...
How to Write a Strong Fashion Resume That Shows Off Your Experience, Even If You’re Just Starting Out
In this episode, we continue talking about game-changing strategies to elevate your fashion resume and make it irresistible to hiring managers.Using the information you gathered from the last episode, we explore the impact of usi...
How to Identify the Most Important Aspects of Your Fashion Internship to Make Your Resume Shine
If you're wondering how to effectively highlight your internship experiences on your fashion resume, this episode has got you covered. It includes four guidelines for doing so, including reflecting on the experience, quantifying achievements, h...
4 Key Lessons to Manage Stress & Avoid Burnout From a Fashion Week Show Producer
In this episode, I'm getting more personal than ever before as I talk about the incredible amount of personal and professional stress I was under during Fashion Week this past season that eventually led to my burnout and the lessons learned fro...
5 Strategies to Help You Create Your Personal Cold Email List to Grow Your Network
Cold emailing is a powerful way to start conversations that give you the opportunity to make new connections. They’re especially effective when you’re trying to find internships or volunteer opportunities or if you’re a freelancer who’s looking...
The 3-Step Process to Identify Your Ideal Company Profile For Jobs You Should Be Applying To
A common mistake I see fashion professionals of all experience levels make in their career is just applying to any job because it’s available and sounds interesting, not knowing much about the company OR just knowing about it because it’s a pop...
3 Strategies to Help You Set Goals for a Successful Fashion Career Path in 2024
More so than other years, 2023 felt tough. The job market was unpredictable and left many people feeling hopeless, discouraged and angry. Before making this episode, I thought about what helpful information or advice I could provide that not on...
8 Game-Changing Linkedin Tips and Tricks to Further Your Fashion Career
LinkedIn is an essential platform for professionals looking to connect with others in their industry and showcase their skills and experience. As my Christmas gift to you, in this week's episode, I’m giving you 8 hacks to help you make your Lin...
The Most Expensive Mistake You Can Make in Your Fashion Career When You're First Starting Out
Welcome back to another episode of the Into the Fashion Industry Career Podcast! This lesson talks about the biggest mistake you can make in your fashion career, especially when you're first starting out and how easy it is to make it, why...
How to Get Into the Fashion Industry With No Experience (Part 2)
In this episode, we discuss some additional ways you can get into the fashion industry with no experience - regardless of where you live. Location is a constant barrier to many people, but my hope is that by the end of this episod...
Why You Need to Stop Including An Objective in Your Resume & Do This Instead
Join me as I break down 3 very specific reasons why you should remove the objective statement from your resume right now and what you should absolutely be including instead.This episode is applicable for ANY job, internship or opportuni...
How Being a Fashion Week Volunteer Can Help Advance Your Professional Career
As the world opens up and allows for more in-person events, we are taking the time to start talking about Fashion Week in this episode. We're approaching the portion of the season where production teams start breaking down details like the addi...
Why Networking is Important for Your Fashion Career & 4 Misconceptions That Will Change Everything
BEGINNER LESSONTo many people, the word "networking" is panic-inducing, but the most important thing you can do for your career is shift your mindset about networking from fear and anxiety to confidence and understanding. ...
5 Strategic Ways to Break Into in the Fashion Industry With No Experience
BEGINNER LESSONThe rise of fashion influencers on social media has made the prospect of getting into the fashion industry much more appealing, popular and competitive. Because of this, it can be incredibly frustrating to start from ze...
What is a TFP Shoot & How to Use It to Build Your Fashion Stylist Portfolio
BEGINNER LESSONIn this episode, we’re talking about TFP shoots and the amazing opportunities they can bring to your career whether you’re just starting out or you have experience and want to get those creative juices flowing and try somethi...
How to Create an Online Portfolio and Why It’s Important for Your Fashion Career
An online portfolio is a virtual representation of work you have created, as well as a compilation of your skills and experiences. It allows potential clients and employers to see your work before they actually meet you. In thi...
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The Power of Networking: A Personal Lesson
What if I told you that it’s possible to land your dream job…by networking? The word “networking” sends most people into a slight panic attack, but when done right, it can open doors, giving you access to opportunities beyond you...
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome to Become a Confident Professional
ADVANCED LESSONYour mindset shapes your relationship with everyone around you and with yourself. In this episode, we break down the strategies you can implement in order to overcome that negative little voice inside your head telli...
3 Things You Must Do to Stand Out as a Fashion Intern
BEGINNER LESSONInternships are an important aspect of any career in fashion because they give a behind-the-scenes look at a particular facet of the industry. They help you determine what your strengths are and eventually, hel...