Sara Salius consults under the company moniker The Good Habit, which has become known for its trend forecasting, digital culture, creative content and brand strategy. With over 13 years of experience, Sara has collaborated with more than 25 brands, including Fendi, where she previously led the social media department through a period of significant growth. Alongside her consulting work, Sara used to teach social media management at Polimoda in Florence.
1. What's the best piece of advice a boss or mentor has ever given you?
It's a mantra ingrained in me by my first mentor in life, my mother, who always says that knowing your worth is key.
2. What's a daily ritual that helps you perform at your best?
My recipe for a productive day is to start off by walking my dog Raf, brewing a good cup of coffee, putting on some Dorothy Ashby, and taking a moment to feel grateful.
3. What makes you feel successful in your career?
The luxury to only work with clients who are kind.
4. Describe your ideal lunch hour at work.
Lunch hour is holy! It must be spent outdoors, preferably in the fresh air.
5. How important is the environment you work in to your overall wellbeing?
My work and personal life are deeply intertwined, so the environment I work in has a direct impact on my life as a whole. That's why having control over it is instrumental for me.
6. What's one thing that immediately makes you want to work with someone again?
Vibes!
7. What's one workplace perk you wish more companies would offer?
Flexibility and autonomy.
8. What would you like to see more of (and less of) when it comes to workplace communication?
I would love to see a greater exchange of ideas across hierarchies and generations.
9. What's one boundary you've learned to set in your professional life?
My product is my time, so I've learned to be mindful of how freely I give it away.
10. What is one small change that could make the fashion industry a healthier place to work?
Meritocracy.
11. If your career had a dress code, what would it be?
In the name of manifestation: Dries Van Noten A/W18
12. What's your ultimate career luxury?
To me, the definition of luxury is being able to organize one's time as one wishes.
13. How would you define career wellness?
If the answer is yes to the question, “Would I be happy doing this forever?”
Bonus Question:
14. Outside of Fashion, what profession do you admire or find fascinating?
I’m an astronomy buff, so anyone who works in that field is a star.
