Legendary beauty industry mogul Bobbi Brown signed her life away for 25 years in a contract with Estée Lauder, after they bought her eponymous brand Bobbi Brown Cosmetics.  She launched a new beauty brand, Jones Road, the very day her non-compete ended.

Brown stands out among our other "Obsessed" subjects as having a well-balanced life, being well-liked, having a clear direction, an unstinting passion for her field, and a compelling story inclusivity and innovation in the beauty industry.  This episode shares her life story, her life philosophies, daily habits, and the role of luck and timing in her success.

00:00 Introduction: The Story of Bobbi Brown

02:33 Bobbi Brown's Early Life and Career

04:04 The Launch of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics

05:45 The Acquisition by Estée Lauder and Non-Compete Agreement

07:11 Bobbi Brown's Life Post-Estée Lauder

07:51 The Launch of Jones Road

10:03 Bobbi Brown's Philosophy and Approach to Success

11:32 The Role of Luck and Timing in Bobbi Brown's Success

16:03 Bobbi Brown's Life Philosophies and Themes

23:39 Bobbi Brown's Daily Habits and Work Environment

26:17 Conclusion