66: How Matt Harris Built a Business on Beauty, Boldness, and Belief

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What if the secret to standing out wasn’t trying harder, but trusting your story?

In this episode, I’m joined by Matt Harris: pearl expert, jewelry designer, and accidental entrepreneur. Matt’s path wasn’t linear. From software and wine distribution to reinventing himself as “the pearl guy,” he’s built a thriving business rooted in curiosity, craftsmanship, and bold reinvention.

We talk about what it means to create your own luck, why perception is everything, and how Matt turned a 'no' into an invitation to speak on stages, star in an in-flight video, and become one of the most recognized pearl educators in the world.

You’ll hear:

✨ The surprising (and slightly chaotic) way Matt fell in love with pearls
 ✨ Why pearls, not diamonds, have been the most powerful gem throughout history
 ✨ How Matt used retail basics to triple revenue at a local jewelry store
 ✨ What it looks like to step into your “2.0 self” — and make it real
 ✨ The power of asking, and why most people don’t do it

If you’ve been sitting on a dream or craving a pivot, this conversation is full of reminders that it’s never too late to bet on yourself and that the world needs what only you can offer.

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Connect with Matt:

• mattharrisdesigns.com
• Instagram: @mattharrisdesigns

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@amyschutte_

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