# Parveen Downer: How “Shipping Confidence” & Saying Yes Led to a Textiles & Career-Coaching Business

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Podcast: [Coffee & Oysters: The London Business Babe Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/coffee-oysters-the-london-business-babe-podcast-7064698)
Published: 2025-09-15T10:11:00+00:00
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## Resource

Meet Parveen Downer , who shares with us her journey from the intense world of tech product management to launching her own coaching business specialising in “shipping confidence” and fashion brand. She dives into the importance of time management, the power of networking, and her unique approach to building confidence. Tune in to learn about her favourite tools, her vibrant style choices, and the London spots she loves! Parveen also provides invaluable tips for aspiring entrepreneurs and shares her vision for future collaborations. --- Steal Parveen’s “stack” of recommendations (along with all guests) in the Coffee & Oysters Guide. Quietly Confident Club: https://www.consultwithparveen.com/the-quietly-confident-club/ Parveen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parveendowner/ Fashion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/find.the.triangle/ Fashion TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@parveendee Coaching TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachparveend Coaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/coachparveend/# --- 00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey 02:36 Interview with Parveen Downer 06:43 The Leap to Entrepreneurship 14:35 Navigating the Fashion Industry 18:03 Cultural Influences and Networking 22:29 Tips for Career Transition 26:30 Personal Policies and Projects 31:54 Thoughts on Dresses with Pockets 32:55 Favourite Beauty Products 34:53 Creative Tools and Apps 41:37 London Food and Drink Recommendations --- 💬 Become a guest 📓 2025 Journal Template 🪄 Partnerships & Questions: coffeeandoysters@gmail.com 💌 Never miss an episode: Sign up to Substack 🎓 The Big Notion Energy Academy 📺 YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CoffeeandOysters 📸 Instagram: @coffeeandoysterspod 📱TikTok: @coffeeandoysterspod Get full access to Coffee & Oysters: The London Business Babe Podcast at coffeeandoyste…

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