Naetive Studio founder on starting a business in maternity leave
Published On Dec 29, 2024, 4:55 PM
Mollie Warrington started her handmade mug business, Naetive Studio, during maternity leave after realizing the potential market for unique cups. She struggled with 'mum-guilt' while balancing her new venture and motherhood but has managed to grow her business significantly, producing 400 custom mugs a week and gaining exposure through social media influencers. Despite facing challenges such as childcare and funding disparities for female entrepreneurs, she remains committed to her craft and has expanded her operations significantly in response to increased demand.
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Mollie Warrington's success in scaling her business by leveraging social media and influencer marketing highlights a key growth area in e-commerce, particularly for small, female-led businesses. Companies involved in crafting and unique home goods sectors may see increased interest. Investors might consider positions in companies that support entrepreneurship among women or those in the handcrafted goods space.
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