In this conversation, Kym O'Leary, founder of COgear, shares her journey of creating a workwear brand that addresses the unique needs of women in the workplace, particularly in industries like mining. She discusses the challenges she faced, the innovative solutions she developed, including the tear-away hem concept, and her vision for empowering women through comfortable and functional workwear. Kym emphasizes the importance of patience, persistence, and building connections in the entrepreneurial journey.

Takeaways

• Kym identified a gap in the market for maternity workwear.
• The journey of starting COgear was filled with challenges.
• Learning from failure is crucial for growth.
• Innovation in workwear can stem from everyday experiences.
• Patience and persistence are key to success in business.
• Networking and building connections can open doors.
• Understanding customer needs is essential for product development.
• Empowering women in the workplace is a core mission of COgear.
• The tear-away hem concept revolutionizes workwear for women.
• Kym's journey highlights the importance of problem-solving in entrepreneurship.

See Kym's website for her full range of workwear!

https://www.cogear.com.au/

Find her on Instagram too:

https://www.instagram.com/cogearau/