Luxury Reimagined: Talitha Cummins, founder of The Cut Jewellery, on Craft, Legacy & Lab-Grown Beauty
Description
In this episode of Don't At Me, Sophie sits down with Talitha Cummins, founder of The Cut Jewellery, to talk about redefining luxury through lab-grown diamonds. Talitha shares her journey from journalism to entrepreneurship, opening up about motherhood, addiction recovery, and the power of self-belief. Together, they explore personal branding, mentorship, and what it takes to build a meaningful business in a changing world.
Chapters
00:00 Don't @ Me Moment
02:33 Navigating Social Media Feedback
04:40 Transitioning from Journalism to Jewelry
06:35 The Rise of Lab-Grown Diamonds
09:48 Shifting Perceptions of Luxury
12:52 Building a Personal Brand
15:13 Balancing Business and Personal Life
18:05 Trends in the Engagement Ring Market
20:27 The Importance of Mentorship
22:42 Starting a Business Later in Life
25:41 Overcoming Addiction and Finding Purpose
29:22 Balancing Motherhood and Business
32:44 The Challenges of Growing a Business
36:18 Navigating Social Media and Personal Branding
40:20 Sustainable Growth and Quality Control
45:49 Mentorship and Self-Belief