Building The Future Podcast

Episode 25, Diving into the deep end, the story of Demi Owoseje, founder at Majeurs Chesterfield


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On today’s episode, we have Demi Owoseje, founder of Majeurs Chesterfield.   Majeurs Chesterfield specialises in “preloved” leather and fabric furniture. They also deal with brands such as classic twentieth century pieces. They’ve got a fondness for Chesterfield sofas, and pride themselves in delivering nothing short of  stunning. Demi has an interesting story.  She has excelled in a male dominated industry.   In this episode, she weaves an interesting story about her journey and the defining moments she had to go through… such as turning down a potential promotion for a gut entrepreneurial feeling.   Over a period of time, she has added some major milestones to her long list of achievements. In 2014, she hosted Prince Charles to a royal visit at her studio and got an invite to speak at No 10, Downing Street.   She is currently started operations in Nigeria and is looking forward to contribute to the change happening here. On this episode, you’ll learn:   Why she walked away from a promotion offer Why you should know the value of what you are selling About her love for architecture and building things How the idea of furniture business was born How to listen and trust your guts. The essential thing you need if you are trying to scale The importance of media attention for your business and how to get it The importance of social media and how they are leveraging it to get clients Why you need to be able to run your business even if you are physically absent How to avoid getting stuck in your comfort zone About another industry she’s interested in And more Selected links from this episode   Clements House Selected Book from this episode   Image of Africa. Chinua Achebe

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