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My sister worked for Doc Marten 30 years ago.

No college, but a great resume, and a natural seller.

The guys running the business didn't realize the fashion potential of their shoes.

They told her whatever you sell; we will give you a healthy percentage.

All the salesmen were guys in their 50's.

By year three, she was making $600,000/yr.

When they realized their utilitarian product was now a fashion statement, they let her go. She went on to make more money though doing her own line of shoes in America.

Stuff can still be made here, but the profits won't be as high.




What shoes does your sister make? Are they similar to Doc Martens?


That's pretty awesome. Must have been frustrating and exciting for her to be on that cusp.




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