Kendra Scott

“Women, more than anything I've ever seen, know how to multitask, and they can get stuff done. And I just love being around that; I love the energy of seeing that.”

“We have the means to change lives for the better, and that's a gift I don't take for granted.”

“Being away from those big cities gave me a unique perspective on what was happening in fashion, and then I put my own spin on it.”

“I'm always looking for new mentors and asking people, 'Hey, if you were in my shoes, what would you do?' It's pretty amazing what you can get from that.”

“There is something about a fresh flower arrangement that just livens up a room with beautiful colors, textures, and scent.”

“These moments you cannot plan for sometimes are the ones that are going to make you a better company.”

“When I started Kendra Scott Jewelry out of the extra bedroom of my home, I decided early on that I would never say no. If someone called me and needed something for non-profit I would always have something to give. I could make a pair of earrings. I could make a necklace.”

“There's been a huge blank space in publishing - business books and books by founders are almost always by men. There are so few great books out there by female founders that tell the story of the business while also inspiring readers to live differently in their own life.”

“The simplest things can make a real difference.”

“I have lots of different calendars in my system. The family calendar is one color, the kids calendar is red, blue is for office meetings.”

“Failure is a gift and it becomes a bridge to the next thing, a better thing, the thing that works.”

“Design for me is my escape.”

“Don't be afraid to ask for help. Sometimes the hardest thing we ever must do is ask for help. We want to show everyone that we can do it all, that we have it under control. But the reality is that asking for help is not a sign of weakness - it is the greatest sign of strength.”

“I wanted to follow my dreams, become a leader in the fashion industry and still have time to tuck my kids into bed every night.”

“Sometimes, I think, as women especially, we feel like well that's a sign of weakness if we ask for help and to me, it is the greatest sign of strength.”

“Our work should be part of the fabric of your life. It shouldn't be the dominating force in your life. It should be part of what makes your life a wonderful life.”

“Every single employee, whether you're an intern, part-time, holiday help, or C-level, should have the same level of love and respect and care.”

“Working in fashion and design was a childhood dream of mine.”

“My favorite flowers are orchids and peonies. In Wisconsin, where I grew up, peonies were everywhere, and I have loved them all my life! I also love using succulents in my decor because they last forever and add great texture to any arrangement.”

“You have to create reasons for people to shop.”