What is it actually like to start your career in luxury — in Paris, inside a consulting agency?

Because the reality is very different from what most people expect.

This episode takes you behind the scenes of early-stage life in luxury consulting — from navigating French work culture to building confidence in a fast-moving, international environment.

There are moments that feel straight out of Emily in Paris — but the real story is far more nuanced.

At the heart of this conversation is a shift many don’t anticipate:

In school, you’re rewarded for being thorough.

In consulting — and in luxury — you’re rewarded for being concise.

And that transition is where many early careers stall.

We also explore what it takes to show up confidently in a new environment — especially when you’re the outsider. Because often, what feels like a difference… is actually your advantage.

Alongside this, the episode touches on the role of education — from economics to luxury management to design thinking — and how these foundations translate (or don’t) into real agency life.

The result is a more honest view of what it takes to succeed early on in luxury — and how to navigate that transition with clarity.

If you’re starting out, or looking to accelerate your progression, this episode will sharpen how you think about your role from day one.

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