19. Inside The World Of Gems And Gem Cutting With Fiona Haines Of Wise Fig Jewellery

<p>Today I’m joined by the wonderful Fiona Haines of Wise Fig Jewellery – she has an incredible jewellery business and an even more incredible story. Fiona is here to talk to us about her business, her journey and gemstones – one of our favourite topics!</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>EPISODE RECAP</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Could you share with us a little about your journey? (1:31)</li> <li>Tell us a bit about the training you did in gemmology (3:10)</li> <li>Gem A is the program you went to and GIA is another one people talk about. Did you look into both programs? (4:50)</li> <li>Tell us a bit about your favorite gemstones (5:44)</li> <li>So you learned all about these gemstones and then you moved on to doing some cutting. How did you train in that? (7:13)</li> <li>When you start gem cutting, what do you start with? (9:28)</li> <li>What kind of equipment do you need for cutting? Has it been a big investment? (12:41)</li> <li>How has all your training impacted your business? (14:40)</li> <li>For anyone listening who wants to dip their toe in the water, what would be your advice on where to start? (16:26)</li> <li>Tell us about your business in general, your goals for the future and what you want for your business (18:32)</li> <li>What do you think has helped you get to the stage where people recognize your jewellery as Wise Fig? (20:22)</li> <li>You are one of the amazing Masterminders this year. What’s that been like for you? (21:28)</li> <li>What has been your greatest achievement so far in your business? (23:21)</li> <li>For any jewellers listening who are in the early stages of their business, what would be your biggest piece of advice? (24:39)</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>RESOURCES</strong></p> <p><a href="https://wisefigjewellery.com/">Wise Fig Jewellery</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/Wisefigjewellery/">Wise Fig Instagram</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.gia.edu/gem-education">GIA</a></p> <p><a href="https://gem-a.com/">Gem-A</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.jewellersacademy.com/">Jewellers Ac