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What Ethical Social Media Looks Like

What does it take to build multiple ventures, lead global communities across continents, and still stay grounded as a creator and founder? In this episode of the 301 Podcast, Marcus Engel sits down with Julia Mitereva, founder of Fashion Potluck, Greek Social, Founders Mesh and part of the leadership team behind Moldovan Brands Runway (MBR) project, to explore the mindset, discipline, and creativity behind her nonlinear entrepreneurial journey. From launching her first venture in her early 20s to building one of Amsterdam’s most beloved founder communities, Julia shares the systems, philosophies, and lessons that shaped her path. She opens up about failing early, finding the right co-founder, switching between tech and fashion, and how she’s now helping shape Moldova’s growing startup and fashion ecosystems. 🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn: How Julia balances multiple high-energy ventures The surprising influence her parents had on her entrepreneurial mindset Why failure is one of her most important tools as a founder How she built Fashion Potluck into a 40,000+ women’s platform Why big social platforms should take notes on ethical, safe spaces online The origin of Founders Mesh and why it became a startup-VC magnet How Moldova’s fashion and tech scenes are evolving and Julia’s role in it Why community only works when you build it with real intention and value If you’re a founder, community builder, creator, or someone exploring a non-linear career path, this episode is packed with lessons on authenticity, resilience, and building things that actually matter. ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 00:10 – Balancing multiple ventures 00:28 – The joy of entrepreneurship 00:49 – Early beginnings in entrepreneurship 01:27 – Influence of family on entrepreneurial spirit 03:13 – Finding the right co-founder 05:57 – Embracing failure in entrepreneurship 09:07 – Building a strong co-founder relationship 10:20 – The story behind Fashion Potluck 14:11 – Ethical and safe social media spaces 17:07 – Pivoting to Greek Social 21:14 – Founders Mesh: building a community for founders 27:24 – Unique aspects of Founders Mesh 29:59 – Passion for fashion and Moldovan Fashion Week 34:12 – Contributing to Moldova’s fashion and tech industries 35:24 – Advice for aspiring Moldovan entrepreneurs 40:10 – The secret sauce to building an engaged community 43:16 – Balancing a busy entrepreneurial life 47:59 – Future plans and impact 52:43 – 3 FINAL Questions Connect with Julia: LinkedIn:  / iuliamiterev   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juls.mitere... Follow Marcus Instagram:   / 301podcast   Marcus:   / themarcusengel   💌 Business inquiries: [email protected]