Focus, Patience, & Reward: Fly Fishing with Linda Leary of FisheWear
Photo Credit: Judy Patrick Photography
Meet Linda Leary. Entrepreneur. Outdoorswoman. Angler.
She learned to fly fish as a child in Maine with her father, an avid fly fisherman. But, Linda noticed she was always having to wear baggy men’s fishing clothing that didn’t make her feel comfortable or confident.
This is when her idea of FisheWear was born, a women’s fly fishing apparel company that makes functional, unique clothing that female fishers can feel confident and comfortable in. FisheWear makes clothing and accessories including leggings, belts, hats, and more, that have been designed through collaboration with artists. Since its inception in 2015, FisheWear has gone on to collaborate with companies like Orvis, XTRATUF, and more.
In this episode, Sylvia and Linda talk about the beginnings of FisheWear, comparisons between fly fishing and flying, how fly fishing can be transformative, the importance of networks when starting a company, and inclusion in the fly fishing industry.
Bonus: When Women Fly Listeners get 15% off of FisheWear* purchases by using "SoFly15” at checkout!
About Linda
Linda Leary is the founder of FisheWear, a woman’s fly fishing apparel company based in Alaska. FisheWear collaborates with artists to make unique, comfortable women’s fishing clothing and gear. FisheWear has collaborations with Orvis, XTRATUF, and others. Linda also owns Women’s Fly Fishing, a company that offers fly fishing classes and trips for women and couples. Before FisheWear, Linda worked as a partner and later president of Carlile Transportations Systems, a trucking and logistics company based in Alaska.
Topics Include
Linda’s history with fly fishing
Getting out of your comfort zone and learning something new
The importance of letting go of perfection while still exercising precision
Experience of Alaskan lodges and fishing expeditions
Future vision of FisheWear
How nature is crucial for energy and inspiration
Advice for entrepreneurs
Starting a new career later in life
Special places in Alaska
The transformative nature of focus and patience
Resources Mentioned
When Women Fly Listeners: Use "SoFly15” at checkout for 15% off*
Books Mentioned
Cokie: A Life Well Lived* by Steven V. Roberts
How I Built This: The Unexpected Paths to Success from the World's Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs* by Guy Raz
Transitions: Making Sense of Life's Changes* by William Bridges
*No affiliate links. These are purely books and resources mentioned or recommended in the conversation. No kickbacks received.
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