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Margot started her career as an analyst at Barclays Investment Bank. She wasn't sure exactly what she wanted to do at that time, but she did know having a good financial base would help her no matter what path she chose. She has always had a passion for retail, and in 2014, she joined the family business as a merchandising analyst at Movado Group. Eventually, she moved into sales, then business development, and most recently, she spent 4.5 years as the Vice President of E-Commerce, Digital Marketing and Marketplaces. All of these roles helped develop her understanding of the category and company and prepared her for her current role as president of the Movado brand and senior vice president of e-commerce. Today, she is responsible for the day-to-day management of the brand as well as the development and execution of long- and short-term growth strategies. In addition to managing Movado marketing and merchandising, Margot maintains responsibility for e-commerce sales for Movado, MCS, Olivia Burton, and Amazon North America.Movado Group is a watch and jewelry company made up of brands they own and also brands they license. Movado, their namesake brand, was founded in 1881 in Switzerland by a 19-year-old entrepreneur. Movado Group was founded by Margot's grandfather, Gedalio Grinberg, and is currently run by her father, Efraim Grinberg, the chairman and CEO. Margot tells us her family connection gives her the passion and inspiration she channels back into the company.In this episode, Alan and Margot discuss her professional path, her passion for pasta, and the legacy of Movado Group. They talk about her transition from investment banking into the “family business," the market for accessories, and where e-commerce is going. Margot tells us the retail environment is a challenge, and not just for accessories but across the board. To overcome these challenges, Margot and her team have taken a step back to think about how they can build on their longstanding good reputation and credibility in the industry to bring their brand promise to the next generation of consumers and build long-term relationships with them. One way they are doing that is with campaigns like “connecting the dots,” where they looked at everything that has defined Movado over the years, how they have evolved, and how they show up today to figure out how to communicate their brand promise most effectively.In this episode, you'll learn:The history of Movado and the family businessMovado's new “connecting the dots” campaignHow Margot and her team are building brand loyaltyKey Highlights:[01:50] Margot's pasta obsession[03:15] Movado's history[05:05] Working her way up through the ranks[07:50] Lessons from investment banking[08:50] Taking on the “family business"[10:40] The marketplace for accessories[11:40] Reaching customers[13:00] Owning where they have been and where they are going[13:55] “Connecting the dots”[15:20] Challenges of launching a new campaign[16:00] CSR at Movado[18:12] To be a young, successful female executive[20:40] Losing her mother at 9 shapes who she is today.[22:20] Flexible, adaptable, and open to change[23:30] How do you build brand loyalty?[25:00] Balancing using measurement and instincts[25:55] Marketing lessons from travel[27:00] How do you think about longevity in your company?Looking for more?Visit our website for the full show notes, links to resources mentioned in this episode, and ways to connect with the guest! Become a member today and listen ad-free, visit https://plus.acast.com/s/marketingtoday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn from successful paper florist Eileen Lim about how she transformed from bitter to blooming with happiness by following her why. Do you feel excited to start your day? Do you look forward to your work? Do you feel fulfilled? If you answered no to any of those questions, you need to follow your why back to the person you want to be. In our latest episode of Paper Talk, we chatted with Eileen Lim of Miss Petal & Bloom. She was a delightful early guest on this podcast. We couldn't wait to have her back again to talk about her new book and her why. She beautifully told us how she got back to her true self by making paper flowers and running her business. You'll glean useful tips on how to become the best version of yourself, as well as a peek at the process behind photographing and writing a craft book. Here's what you'll learn when you listen to our conversation: ► How to express your best self and your best qualities in your job.► What Eileen's why is and how she found it.► How she found her aesthetic and showcases her style.► Details about what you can learn from Eileen's upcoming book.► Why taking your own photos can be a strength and how to do it well. If you can't listen right away, here are three things we discussed about how Eileen built her career so that she loves who she is as a person. Read her advice and hear even more on the episode. Take Time to Reflect We've mentioned it before this season, but finding your why takes time. You can't sit down and figure it all out in an hour. On the podcast, Eileen reiterated this piece of wisdom. She had to take the time to dive deep into paper flowers in order to find that she loved it. She had to try things out. She had to fail and succeed at different times. And very importantly, she had to reflect on what exactly she liked along her paper flower journey. But it's worth it! The hard work of self-reflection can lead you down the path that's right for you. It will avoid costly detours and lead to a happier life. “I do like the person who I am when I'm making flowers and when I'm my own boss.” -Eileen Lim Ask for Feedback Eileen shared how she was so miserable at her first job out of college that her parents could notice a big change in her demeanor. She wasn't her regular cheerful self. Our loved ones can often see what we can't. Ask what they've noticed. Do you seem more relaxed in certain situations? Do they notice something that really stresses you out? Listen to their feedback. Do keep in mind that one person's opinion isn't necessarily what you should do. But if multiple people are noticing the same thing, that's a good opportunity to sit down and think about how exactly you could incorporate their advice. Simply talking it out with a friend can help you get closer to your why, even if they don't offer any concrete feedback. Find someone you trust to talk about your paper flower journey with. Make a Change Once you've done the difficult work of self-reflection and eliciting feedback from loved ones, you need to take action. Taking that leap into the unknown can be scary! You might not be ready to jump into the deep end, but you should make changes where you can. You're going to make mistakes. That's okay. We all do. You can learn from them and do better in the future. “Even though it's challenging and even though I make mistakes, at least I can say that I stay true to myself and I'm happy with who I am.” -Eileen Lim Also, here's the PDF format for THE WHY WORKSHEET that you can download for free. ********** About Eileen Lim: Eileen Lim is the paper artist behind her whimsical online moniker ‘Miss Petal & Bloom.' Based in Singapore, she is a full-time, self-taught crepe paper artist and has crafted blooms for brands such as Gucci, Bvlgari Parfums, Jo Malone, The Body Shop, Keds, Coach, Olivia Burton, and many more. She loves to teach and hopes to share the joy of crafting through her online courses, as well as her new book 'Crepe Paper Blooms, Bugs and Butterflies' (to be released May 2022). Learn more about: WEBSITE: www.misspetalandbloom.com INSTAGRAM: @misspetalandbloom ********** Join our Facebook group where you can share, connect, and grow with us. Please also consider donating on our website to help us keep producing great content like this. Thank you for your support! www.papertalkpodcast.com

I’m so excited to have Laura Karin on the podcast this week! Laura is an art director and stylist based in the UK. She’s worked with incredible brands like Next, TK MAXX, Olivia Burton, Warehouse, Boohoo, Olivia Rose The Label… honestly the list goes on and on. She’s a true powerhouse. In the episode we chat about what it’s like being an art director, how to get the attention of an art director, things to know about working with art directors and how photographers can make sure they support diversity within the fashion industry. It’s a fantastic conversation and I loved every minute of it. I hope you do, too! Links: https://www.instagram.com/laurakarin__/ Read Laura’s article for Cosmopolitan UK: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/fashion/style/a33572158/fashion-industry-brown-experience/ -------- Head to www.oliviabosserteducation.com to learn more from me!  www.instagram.com/oliviabossert www.instagram.com/oliviabosserteducation 

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Eileen Lim of Miss Petal and Bloom has been on the paper flower scene for more than 5 years and she has truly made a stamp in our paper flower community. Her Instagram feed is filled to the brim with bright and colourful blooms and high-end collaborations with designers (like Ferragamo, Coach, and Olivia Burton) and stores (like Mamonde and Keds). It's no surprise that her recognizable style is also a true reflection of her bubbly and friendly persona. She works out of her home studio in Singapore and regularly teaches workshops. Now, she's on Teachable as well, offering paper flower online courses. We always look forward to viewing her Monday Bloom Crush on her Instagram Stories where she shares posts of other artists that inspire her! We love paper florists who support each other! Listen to her talk to us about the paper flower community in Singapore, how she found her brand and style, and her upcoming collaboration with The Body Shop. First, let's get to know Eileen: 1. Who is Eileen Lim? Hi, I'm Eileen and I'm just a girl who loves crafting and making pretty things in my home country - sunny little Singapore. 2. How did you get started making paper flowers? The quick answer - Instagram! I've always loved crafting and while exploring flowers on Instagram, I somehow chanced upon the amazing crepe paper blooms by Margie Keates. Needless to say, I fell in love instantly. I did my research, sourced for Italian crepe, and started experimenting on my own as a side hobby. At that point in my life, I was working in the education team at a local museum. It was great working with students and being in that art scene, but it wasn't as fulfilling as I would have liked it to be - my fingers were still itching to craft and create. So, I took that leap of faith and left my job to start Miss Petal & Bloom. I have to add, Margie was a big reason why I decided to take that leap of faith, I had reached out to her asking if she could spare any advice, and she replied with so many helpful tips and such kind words that her generosity blew me away. I don't think I would have started my paper flower journey without her and I really think she's such an inspiration and role model! 3. Tell us about your business, Miss Petal & Bloom. MP&B is really simply about making pretty paper flowers and spreading the joy of crafting. I make every bloom to order, so usually I'll have customers reach out with their ideas and requests and I'll do my best to create something beautiful and lasting for them. I also enjoy teaching - it is so fulfilling to witness someone learning a new skill and unlock that sense of pride within themselves. 4. How would you define the style of your flowers? How did you find your style? I like to see my flowers as vibrant, happy, and whimsical. My style is a reflection of my personality and aesthetic preferences - I'm just naturally drawn to bright colours and cute fluffy things. I'm not so keen on achieving botanical accuracy, I simply want my blooms to be pretty, haha. It definitely took a lot of time and experiments to solidify my style though. 5. How did you find your brand? How has your brand and style evolved to what it is today? Honestly, when I first started out, I had no experience building a business so I did not really think too much about branding. I just knew I wanted to stay true to who I am and I wanted my flowers to reflect that. My brand name “Miss Petal & Bloom” was a random thought I had and it stuck because I felt like it sounded whimsical and cute and had a nice ring to it. Of course, after 3+ years I'm more aware of the importance of branding and I do try to be consistent in my artistic style and how I present my flowers - I always want my blooms to have a cheerful and vibrant feel to them. 6. How have you made yourself stand out in the crowd of other paper florists? Oh, this is such a crucial question and I think one of the more important questions for any new paper florist starting out. For me, this links back to my style - I really want my blooms to look unique and reflect my personality. I feel that's one of the biggest compliments you can get as an artist when someone instantly recognizes your bloom. Hence, I was careful to avoid watching too many tutorials and reading too many paper floristry books (I've bought so many books though because I'm such a big fan of those artists! I, however, avoid reading them because I fear I might subconsciously copy someone else's stylistic choices). I think that is very important to me - having a unique artistic voice. And I do hope that makes me stand out from other paper florists? I'm not sure how successful I am, haha, but I am happy to get occasional positive feedback from the online community! 7. What are some of the challenges you've faced in your business and/or art? Oh, I think the biggest challenge is dealing with my own insecurities - my business is my biggest pride and joy (it's like my baby) but also my biggest insecurity at the same time. In Singapore, crafting is not exactly a career choice that is highly regarded by the general public - in fact, I would say a great deal of Singaporeans still look down on freelance artists/ crafters, there's that misconception that freelancers have lots of “free time” when in fact, we might be working as hard, if not harder, than most people with regular 9-5 jobs. Honestly, I think the people in my country are so accustomed to measuring success by the size of your pay-check, hence I wasn't taken very seriously when I first launched my business. To this day, I struggle sometimes with being steadfast in knowing my own value and worth as a small craft business owner, and such insecurities and public perception inevitably trickle down to things like how I price my items, how I price my time, etc. I'm actually really glad I got to spend 4 years in the U.S. when I was in university - that really opened my eyes to how amazing the crafting culture was there and how supportive and non-judgemental the general public was towards crafters and artists. It truly inspired me and showed me that it was possible to be a full-time crafter and creative. Now that I'm more established than I was when I first started, I do feel more confident and comfortable with my career choice. I've accepted that not everyone will accept, understand, or support my business, and at the end of the day, I don't need everyone's validation, and it's up to me to define what success means to me. 8. What advice would you give to a paper florist who is starting out today? And one that is about to give up? Oh, there is so much advice I could share, but I think one big thing I've learned is that you have to be true to yourself. If you're just starting out, don't rush into it, give yourself time to develop your artistic voice, which will help you stand out from the rest! Be patient, you're not going to grow your following overnight, you're not going to get all the orders overnight - it takes time. Have patience and faith in your skills and your creative voice. If you're feeling tired, jaded, and about to give up, give yourself a break! Try a different craft, do something outside the box, pick up a new skill in a different medium - this always helps to remind me that there is such great joy in making art - I don't think I will ever tire of that sense of fulfillment and achievement that comes from creating something truly and uniquely yours. Even if you're frustrated with the business end, just doing something new might be refreshing and reinvigorating, and remind you of the true purpose of your craft business. 9. Do you have any tips that could be helpful to other Paper Florists? DON'T COMPARE YOURSELF TO OTHERS. Haha. This was something Margie shared with me in her first email to me, and I've kept it close to my heart all these years. You shouldn't compare your first step to someone's 100th step, everyone is on a different path, it's not a race! 10. Is there anything else you'd like to share with the listeners? I can be a pretty shy person and I'm easily intimidated when I meet people face to face! Haha which means I can be pretty awkward, especially if it's a big group setting, and I'm usually not the one who takes initiative to meet people. So if you'd like to chat with me or fan-girl with me over other amazing paper florists (like Jessie and Quynh and Priscilla), or if you're ever visiting Singapore, please don't hesitate to reach out and say hello! I promise I'm not as shy or awkward once we get to know each other. Want to learn more about Eileen? Follow her on her Instagram @misspetalandbloom and check out her website/classes at https://www.misspetalandbloom.com.

LISTEN TO PAPER TALK - EPISODE 19: Paper Flower Powerhouse with Eileen Lim Eileen Lim of Miss Petal and Bloom has been on the paper flower scene for more than 5 years and she has truly made a stamp in our paper flower community. Her Instagram feed is filled to the brim with bright and colourful blooms and high-end collaborations with designers (like Ferragama, Coach, and Olivia Burton) and stores (like Mamonde and Keds). It’s no surprise that her recognizable style is also a true reflection of her bubbly and friendly persona. She works out of her home studio in Singapore and regularly teaches workshops. Now, she’s on Teachable as well, offering paper flower online courses. We always look forward to viewing her Monday Bloom Crush on her Instagram Stories where she shares posts of other artists that inspire her! We love paper florists who support each other!Listen to her talk to us about the paper flower community in Singapore, how she found her brand and style, and her upcoming collaboration with The Body Shop.First, let’s get to know Eileen:1. Who is Eileen Lim? Hi, I’m Eileen and I’m just a girl who loves crafting and making pretty things in my home country - sunny little Singapore. 2. How did you get started making paper flowers? The quick answer - Instagram! I’ve always loved crafting and while exploring flowers on Instagram, I somehow chanced upon the amazing crepe paper blooms by Margie Keates. Needless to say, I fell in love instantly. I did my research, sourced for Italian crepe, and started experimenting on my own as a side hobby. At that point in my life, I was working in the education team at a local museum. It was great working with students and being in that arts scene, but it wasn’t as fulfilling as I would have liked it to be - my fingers were still itching to craft and create. So, I took that leap of faith and left my job to start Miss Petal & Bloom. I have to add, Margie was a big reason why I decided to take that leap of faith, I had reached out to her asking if she could spare any advice, and she replied with so many helpful tips and such kind words that her generosity blew me away. I don’t think I would have started my paper flower journey without her and I really think she’s such an inspiration and role model! 3. Tell us about your business, Miss Petal & Bloom. MP&B is really simply about making pretty paper flowers and spreading the joy of crafting. I make every bloom to order, so usually I’ll have customers reach out with their ideas and requests and I’ll do my best to create something beautiful and lasting for them. I also enjoy teaching - it is so fulfilling to witness someone learning a new skill and unlock that sense of pride within themselves. 4. How would you define the style of your flowers? How did you find your style? I like to see my flowers as vibrant, happy, and whimsical. My style is a reflection of my personality and aesthetic preferences - I’m just naturally drawn to bright colours and cute fluffy things. I’m not so keen on achieving botanical accuracy, I simply want my blooms to be pretty, haha. It definitely took a lot of time and experiments to solidify my style though. 5. How did you find your brand? How has your brand and style evolved to what it is today? Honestly, when I first started out, I had no experience building a business so I did not really think too much about branding. I just knew I wanted to stay true to who I am and I wanted my flowers to reflect that. My brand name “Miss Petal & Bloom” was a random thought I had and it stuck because I felt like it sounded whimsical and cute and had a nice ring to it. Of course, after 3+ years I’m more aware of the importance of branding and I do try to be consistent in my artistic style and how I present my flowers - I always want my blooms to have a cheerful and vibrant feel to them. 6. How have you made yourself stand out in the crowd of other paper florists? Oh this is such a crucial question and I think one of the more important questions for any new paper florist starting out. For me, this links back to my style - I really want my blooms to look unique and reflect my personality. I feel thats one of the biggest compliments you can get as an artist, when someone instantly recognizes your bloom. Hence, I was careful to avoid watching too many tutorials and reading too much paper floristry books (I’ve bought so many books though, because I’m such big fans of those artists! I however avoid reading them because I fear I might subconsciously copy someone else’s stylistic choices). I think that is very important to me - having a unique artistic voice. And I do hope that makes me stand out from other paper florists? I’m not sure how successful I am, haha, but I am happy to get occasional positive feedback from the online community! 7. What are some of the challenges you've faced in your business and/or art? Oh I think the biggest challenge is dealing with my own insecurities - my business is my biggest pride and joy (it’s like my baby) but also my biggest insecurity at the same time. In Singapore, crafting is not exactly a career choice that highly regarded by the general public - in fact, I would say a great deal of Singaporeans still look down on freelance artists/ crafters, there’s that misconception that freelancers have lots of “free time” when in fact, we might be working as hard, if not harder, than most people with regular 9-5 jobs. Honestly, I think the people in my country are so accustomed to measuring success by the size of your pay-check, hence I wasn’t taken very seriously when I first launched my business. Till this day, I struggle sometimes with being steadfast in knowing my own value and worth as a small craft business owner, and such insecurities and public perception inevitably trickles down to things like how I price my items, how I price my time, etc. I’m actually really glad I got to spend 4 years in the U.S. when I was in university - that really opened my eyes to how amazing the crafting culture was there and how supportive and non- judgemental the general public was towards crafters and artists. It truly inspired me and showed me that it was possible to be a full-time crafter and creative. Now that I’m more established than I was when I first started, I do feel more confident and comfortable with my career choice. I’ve accepted that not everyone will accept, understand, or support my business, and at the end of the day, I don’t need everyone’s validation, and it’s up to me to define what success means to me. 8. What advice would you give to a paper florist who is starting out today? And one that is about to give up? Oh there is so much advice I could share, but I think one big thing I’ve learnt is that you have to be true to yourself. If you’re just starting out, don’t rush into it, give yourself time to develop your artistic voice, that will help you stand out from the rest! Be patient, you’re not going to grow your following overnight, you’re not going to get all the orders overnight - it takes time. Have patience and faith in your skills and your creative voice. If you’re feeling tired, jaded, and about to give up, give yourself a break! Try a different craft, do something outside the box, pick up a new skill in a different medium - this always helps to remind me that there is such great joy in making art - I don’t think I will ever tire of that sense of fulfilment and achievement that comes from creating something truly and uniquely yours. Even if you’re frustrated with the business end, just doing something new might be refreshing and reinvigorating, and remind you of the true purpose of your craft business. 9. Do you have any tips that could be helpful to other Paper Florists? DON’T COMPARE YOURSELF TO OTHERS. Haha. This was something Margie shared with me in her first email to me, and I’ve kept it close to my heart all these years. You shouldn’t compare your first step to someone’s 100th step, everyone is on a different path, it’s not a race! 10. Is there anything else you'd like to share with the listeners? I can be a pretty shy person and I’m easily intimidated when I meet people face to face! Haha which means I can be pretty awkward, especially if its a big group setting, and I’m usually not the one who takes initiative to meet people. So if you’d like to chat with me or fan-girl with me over other amazing paper florists (like Jessie and Quynh and Priscilla), or if you’re ever visiting Singapore, please don’t hesitate to reach out and say hello! I promise I’m not as shy or awkward once we get to know each other. Want to learn more about Eileen? Follow her on her Instagram @misspetalandbloom and check out her website/classes at https://www.misspetalandbloom.com.

Lauren and Jo chat with Jemma Fennings, co-founder of Olivia Burton about juggling a family life, social life, and business. While sharing her story and her struggles, they touch on the difficulties of the balancing act while being a mother, a little on the power of saying no, and how to make it all work. Olivia Burton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliviaburtonlondon/ Olivia Burton Website: http://www.oliviaburton.com/uk/home The Counselling Directory: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/ BACP: https://www.bacp.co.uk Mental Health Crisis Services Guide: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services/#.W_CNBnr7Sb8 Hub of Hope: https://hubofhope.co.uk/ Show website: https://www.whatiwishihadknown.co.uk/ Jess’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefatfunnyone Jo’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lobellaloves_jo

This episode is sponsored by Olivia Burton and to mark this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week. Presented by Jules Von Hep and Sarah Powell and recorded live in front of an audience of Wobble fans, the final episode of the series features an incredible chat with Jo Loughran, Director of Time to Change, the mental health anti-stigma movement run by charities Mind and Rethink Mental Illness, along with Wobble favourite and founder of Girls vs Cancer, Lauren Mahon. The discussion covers how we can encourage others as well as ourselves to be more open and talk, as well as listen, about mental health. This episode also begins with a lovely guided meditation from Kirsty Raynor.Thank you to all of the guests as well as Mortimer House and Olivia Burton. Sponsored by Olivia Burton***For information about all kinds of mental health then please visit Mind, the mental health charity or Time to Change.In association with Isle of Paradise. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Presented by Jules Von Hep and Sarah PowellWobble is happening LIVE!Jules Von Hep and Sarah Powell in association with Olivia Burton invite you to a live episode recording of Wobble, a podcast about Happiness and Body Confidence in awareness of Mental Health Week.Tickets are £10 for two with all proceeds going to charity, you can buy yours here!***On this week’s episode we have Jamie Windust also known on instagram as @leopardprintelephant. Jamie is a writer, soon to be author, editor for their self published magazine, Fruit Cake as well as a model and activist. Their petition to allow people to change how they identify on legal documents currently has over 16,000 signatures. In this chat they and Sarah discuss identity, imposter syndrome and the importance of knowing, it’s not all about you.***For information about all kinds of mental health then please visit Mind, the mental health charityIn association with Isle of Paradise. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Book Bites are quick, five minute looks at a book from readers. Try a new book this week! Today’s book is Algeria Is Beautiful Like America, by Olivia Burton.   Want to be a full book group member? Join us on Patreon! For as little as $1 a month, you can support the podcast as well as helping to keep Official Office Dog, Lady Grey, in treats.    

A quick audio note: we experienced some recording difficulties with this episode, which our amazing editor Rosie was able to work her magic on. That being said, if you notice any difference in volume levels between the two of us, we apologise and hope it doesn't detract from your listening experience.  As best friends in real life, and now partners in work too, we often get asked about our dynamic. What’s it like working with a friend? Is it a good idea? How has it affected our friendship?  We love working together, but we understand peoples’ concerns 100%. In this episode we’re opening up about how our partnership on the podcast came about, how we prepared for it and what we’ve learnt working together over the past two years.  If you’re thinking about going into business with a friend or family member, or are simply curious about the dynamic of working friendships, this episode is for you.  EPISODE 40 SHOW NOTES Ella's blog - Coco’s Tea Party  Monica's blog - The Elgin Avenue Ella's Instagram account - @CocosTeaParty  Monica's Instagram account - @MonicaBeatrice SHOW LINKS Big Small Business, the conference Monica co-founded with Laura Turner  Episode 13. Habits, The Four Tendencies & How We React To Expectations  Episode 20. Anna Newton on Beauty Crushes, (Festive) Capsule Wardrobes & Content Creation OUR FAVOURITE WORKING FRIENDSHIP DUOS Anna Newton and Lily Pebbles of At Home With podcast  Olivia Burton’s Lesa Bennett and Jemma Fennings Philippa Bloom and Sarah Tankel Ellis of We Are Twinset  Liz Craft and Sarah Fain from Happier in Hollywood podcast Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin from Grace and Frankie Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield from Ben & Jerry’s ice cream EPISODE 40’S TAKEAWAY TIP  Approach everything from a place of love.  For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

A quick audio note: we experienced some recording difficulties with this episode, which our amazing editor Rosie was able to work her magic on. That being said, if you notice any difference in volume levels between the two of us, we apologise and hope it doesn't detract from your listening experience.  As best friends in real life, and now partners in work too, we often get asked about our dynamic. What’s it like working with a friend? Is it a good idea? How has it affected our friendship?  We love working together, but we understand peoples’ concerns 100%. In this episode we’re opening up about how our partnership on the podcast came about, how we prepared for it and what we’ve learnt working together over the past two years.  If you’re thinking about going into business with a friend or family member, or are simply curious about the dynamic of working friendships, this episode is for you.  EPISODE 40 SHOW NOTES Ella's blog - Coco’s Tea Party  Monica's blog - The Elgin Avenue Ella's Instagram account - @CocosTeaParty  Monica's Instagram account - @MonicaBeatrice SHOW LINKS Big Small Business, the conference Monica co-founded with Laura Turner  Episode 13. Habits, The Four Tendencies & How We React To Expectations  Episode 20. Anna Newton on Beauty Crushes, (Festive) Capsule Wardrobes & Content Creation OUR FAVOURITE WORKING FRIENDSHIP DUOS Anna Newton and Lily Pebbles of At Home With podcast  Olivia Burton’s Lesa Bennett and Jemma Fennings Philippa Bloom and Sarah Tankel Ellis of We Are Twinset  Liz Craft and Sarah Fain from Happier in Hollywood podcast Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin from Grace and Frankie Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield from Ben & Jerry’s ice cream EPISODE 40’S TAKEAWAY TIP  Approach everything from a place of love.  For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Time Codes: 00:00:29 - Introduction 00:02:52 - Pascal reports back from TCAF! 00:09:10 - Lovecraft: The Myth of Cthulhu  00:41:51 - Algeria Is Beautiful Like America 01:20:20 - Die Laughing 01:51:28 - Wrap up 01:52:19 - Contact us For the May Euro Comics episode, Pascal and Derek discuss three very different works in translation...but all of which are primarily in black-and-white. They begin with Esteban Maroto's Lovecraft: The Myth of Cthulhu (IDW Publishing), an adaptation of three of H. P. Lovecraft's short stories: "The Nameless City," "The Festival," and "The Call of Cthulhu." All three are part of the writer's Cthulhu mythos, and the guys comment on Maroto's illustrative style and how it reflects that found in 1970s Warren publications, to which Maroto actually contributed (although not these stories). Next, they discuss Olivia Burton and Mahi Grand's Algeria Is Beautiful Like America (Lion Forge). This is a memoir of Burton's journey to Algeria, particularly Algiers and the Aurès Mountains, to visit the land of her mother and grandparents. In many ways, this is a narrative all about identity, in that the author attempts to understand the land of her forebears in order to better understand herself. This is a striking autobiographical work, but as the Two Guys point out, it's unusual that a memoir such as this is written and illustrated by different creators. The guys wrap up this month's episode by visiting a book that is close to Pascal's heart, André Franquin's Die Laughing(Fantagraphics Books). This is a collection of Franquin's Idées noires strips, which are strikingly different from his earlier work in Spirouor his Gastonand Marsupilamicomics. As Derek and Pascal point out, these are more serious and foreboding pieces that reflect a dark peri0d in Franquin's life. And while many of these strips are politically poignant, they are nonetheless timeless and are just as fresh today as when they were first created during the 1970s and 1980s.