The Power of Pivoting: My Journey from Salon Owner to Business Strategist
In this blog, I share my journey from hairstylist to business strategist and how I found my true passion in helping others achieve their goals. As a former salon owner, I learned valuable lessons in leadership and management that now inform my approach to working with clients. I use my experience to collaborate with entrepreneurs and develop customized strategies that fit their unique needs and goals, helping them leverage their strengths, build their brands, and succeed.
For over two decades, I worked as a hairstylist, honing my skills and developing a keen eye for style and beauty. However, I knew that there was more to my career than just cutting and styling hair. That’s why I decided to open my own salon, where I could continue to work as a stylist and run a successful business.
From the moment the salon opened its doors, it was an instant hit in the community. Our high-quality services and attention to the client experience quickly attracted clients from all over, building a loyal customer base. Our reputation for excellence spread like wildfire, and in just six weeks after opening, I had quadrupled my investment. The success was exhilarating and gave me the confidence to take on new challenges. This was the beginning of a journey that would ultimately lead me to discover my true passion.
As a salon owner, I discovered that building a team and helping them grow both financially and personally brought me the most joy. I became passionate about creating effective strategies to support their growth. With my guidance and leadership, I helped my young team reach the top 20% of earners in the industry, even surpassing the most seasoned stylists.
As I gained more experience running my salon and building my team, I discovered my true passion, helping others grow their businesses. I became absolutely obsessed with helping others achieve things they never thought possible, whether that meant reaching financial goals, building a brand, or even starting their own business. The more I saw the people I mentored succeed and thrive, the more driven I became to help others achieve the same level of success.
As a business strategist, I bring a practical and honest approach to working with clients, drawing on my successful business experience to deeply understand their challenges. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to develop personalized strategies that align with their unique needs and aspirations. By leveraging their strengths and devising effective plans, I help them build their brand and propel them toward success.
My journey from stylist to successful salon owner to business strategist has been an incredible experience, and I am excited to continue helping others achieve their dreams. If you’re a business owner or creative looking to grow your brand and take your business to the next level, I invite you to connect with me and explore how we can work together to achieve your goals.
