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kamil
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How to become a successful business women?
I am 13 and im in the 8th grade.I love to dance and do hair as well. When i mean being a successful business women i mean like a hair business women i have been doing my family hair in posting it but i guess im just not good enough to do hair it look very good my family loves it and no one have never asked me to do there hair so that goes back to my question ''How to become a successful business women?'' #business
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Ginger Rohlfs
eCommerce Solutions Strategist
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Ginger’s Answer
One of the things to remember about being a successful business woman (or person) in general is to understand business. You can be the best hair stylist in the world, but if you do not know how to obtain a license, market yourself, build a clientele, maintain your books, calculate profitability and manage your taxes, you'll find that you're constantly spinning your wheels and your business may suffer. Now that you know what you want to do for a career (a BIG plus - you're ahead of most people!), it's time to make a business plan on how to create, nurture and grow your business.
Things to keep in mind when setting forth a business plan:
1) Do I need to be licensed? (In the case of hair, yes.) How do I get my license? (This is the first step and a mandatory one. Not being licensed means that your business is not operating legally and that is no good...) Make a plan to obtain your license in this field.
2) How can I market myself? Who are my potential clients? (Consider social media marketing, local marketing, etc. Reach out to close family and friends to see if you can build your portfolio by working on their hair. Ask them to share your name if they are happy with the results. Nothing works better for services like this than word of mouth.)
3) Build your portfolio. List out any skills you have, styles you have done, training you have completed, etc. Brag about yourself. You've worked hard for what you know, so make sure your clients are aware of it, too!
4) Understand business practices such as local laws, taxes (self-employed people still pay taxes, so save a part of your earnings to pay them), how to track inventory (you'll need to keep track of hair color, hair product, shampoo, scissors, etc.), profit margins (make sure to account for your time), etc. The biggest part of running a business is knowing basic business principles.
Here are some great resources you can use to really start to create a plan to make your dream a reality. Be patient. It will not happen overnight, but if you stay focused and learn all you can, you'll be successful in the end.
https://www.thebalancecareers.com/how-to-become-a-hairstylist-525568
https://www.meridian.edu/6-skills-successful-hairstylist/
https://gatewaycfs.com/education/business-lessons-high-school/
https://www.smallbusiness.wa.gov.au/business-advice/starting-your-business/business-skills
https://www.alphagamma.eu/entrepreneurship/6-skills-young-entrepreneur-succeed/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/beautymoney/2018/01/29/8-startup-tips-for-aspiring-beauty-entrepreneurs/7eadc6cd50e4
https://www.gettimely.com/the-source/salon-staff-management/management-skills-for-salon-owners/
https://www.msccollege.edu/blogs/hair/essential-knowledge-and-skills-for-hairstylists-success/#:~:text=The%20U.S.%20Bureau%20of%20Labor%20Statistics%20also%20cites%20knowledge%20and,ability%20to%20sell%20salon%20products.
Things to keep in mind when setting forth a business plan:
1) Do I need to be licensed? (In the case of hair, yes.) How do I get my license? (This is the first step and a mandatory one. Not being licensed means that your business is not operating legally and that is no good...) Make a plan to obtain your license in this field.
2) How can I market myself? Who are my potential clients? (Consider social media marketing, local marketing, etc. Reach out to close family and friends to see if you can build your portfolio by working on their hair. Ask them to share your name if they are happy with the results. Nothing works better for services like this than word of mouth.)
3) Build your portfolio. List out any skills you have, styles you have done, training you have completed, etc. Brag about yourself. You've worked hard for what you know, so make sure your clients are aware of it, too!
4) Understand business practices such as local laws, taxes (self-employed people still pay taxes, so save a part of your earnings to pay them), how to track inventory (you'll need to keep track of hair color, hair product, shampoo, scissors, etc.), profit margins (make sure to account for your time), etc. The biggest part of running a business is knowing basic business principles.
Here are some great resources you can use to really start to create a plan to make your dream a reality. Be patient. It will not happen overnight, but if you stay focused and learn all you can, you'll be successful in the end.
https://www.thebalancecareers.com/how-to-become-a-hairstylist-525568
https://www.meridian.edu/6-skills-successful-hairstylist/
https://gatewaycfs.com/education/business-lessons-high-school/
https://www.smallbusiness.wa.gov.au/business-advice/starting-your-business/business-skills
https://www.alphagamma.eu/entrepreneurship/6-skills-young-entrepreneur-succeed/
https://www.forbes.com/sites/beautymoney/2018/01/29/8-startup-tips-for-aspiring-beauty-entrepreneurs/7eadc6cd50e4
https://www.gettimely.com/the-source/salon-staff-management/management-skills-for-salon-owners/
https://www.msccollege.edu/blogs/hair/essential-knowledge-and-skills-for-hairstylists-success/#:~:text=The%20U.S.%20Bureau%20of%20Labor%20Statistics%20also%20cites%20knowledge%20and,ability%20to%20sell%20salon%20products.
Deborah D. Clark,DTM
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Deborah D.’s Answer
Congratulations! You have discovered an area of interest, that you love doing! That is a great start to a successful career.
First thing I want to encourage you to do is, live in the moment. Your studies should be the priority right now. You are learning skills that you will need no matter what you actually end up doing. (Yes, things sometimes change; no big deal, you'll be ready for whatever life brings you)
Notice I said what life brings you, not throws at you. When you have a mind set for success your vibration is higher, and your mind is stimulated to learn more and more.
As far as being a successful business women please trust and believe that they try many times, fail more than you know, get back up and do it again. Please don't rely on the internet for acceptance. I don't know where you are posting pictures, but I think you should continue doing that. You are actually creating on on-line portfolio of sorts. I know people who have been on line for years before they get their first break and/or clients.
I would recommend Beauty School after graduation to get properly licensed. This will give you more credit and a professional title.
You didn't mention how you learned to do hair. Maybe you should write a short Bio for your page giving more information about your skills, and experience. Perhaps you can volunteer at a local salon for some first hand exposure. Visit a beauty school to see what it's like.
In conclusion, dream big, and often. Study anything you can get your hands on about Beauty trends, New Styles and Hair Products.
A Successful Business Women know her product and/or service like the back of her hand. She lives it, breaths it, and then she becomes.
Wishing you the best.
https://learn.org/articles/Beauty_Professional_How_to_Become_a_Beautician_in_5_Steps.html
https://www.jobhero.com/career-guides/careers/planning/how-to-become-beautician
https://study.com/articles/Beautician_Educational_Requirements_to_Be_a_Beauty_Professional.html
First thing I want to encourage you to do is, live in the moment. Your studies should be the priority right now. You are learning skills that you will need no matter what you actually end up doing. (Yes, things sometimes change; no big deal, you'll be ready for whatever life brings you)
Notice I said what life brings you, not throws at you. When you have a mind set for success your vibration is higher, and your mind is stimulated to learn more and more.
As far as being a successful business women please trust and believe that they try many times, fail more than you know, get back up and do it again. Please don't rely on the internet for acceptance. I don't know where you are posting pictures, but I think you should continue doing that. You are actually creating on on-line portfolio of sorts. I know people who have been on line for years before they get their first break and/or clients.
I would recommend Beauty School after graduation to get properly licensed. This will give you more credit and a professional title.
You didn't mention how you learned to do hair. Maybe you should write a short Bio for your page giving more information about your skills, and experience. Perhaps you can volunteer at a local salon for some first hand exposure. Visit a beauty school to see what it's like.
In conclusion, dream big, and often. Study anything you can get your hands on about Beauty trends, New Styles and Hair Products.
A Successful Business Women know her product and/or service like the back of her hand. She lives it, breaths it, and then she becomes.
Wishing you the best.
Deborah D. recommends the following next steps:
M. Cristina Fernández
Career Advisor
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North Andover, Massachusetts
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M. Cristina’s Answer
Listen, every talented artist has to start somewhere. You might not be top of the line professional yet, but at this age, you aren't expected to be! The point is, you found something you like to do and that you're passionate about. If you practice regularly, you'll build up your skill set over time.
The next time you get your hair done, ask your stylist about their career path. What did they do to get to where they are today? What would they recommend you do now, in 1 year, in 5 years, etc.? Is it a possibility that you could work there part-time when you're a little older (13/14 is likely too young to legally do this) to help with some of the day-to-day work? You'd start developing some of those behind-the-scenes skills like scheduling, customer service, cleanup, maintenance of work stations, and so on. This can also give you a chance to watch the stylists interact with clients.
At this age, I would recommend asking for a wig and a form (it's better if it's in the shape of a human head and not just a wire/plastic form) for your next birthday or holiday, and start working on that hair. Take photos of your work and start building a portfolio for yourself. It doesn't have to be online, but that's a possibility, too. (I recommend keeping comments off while you're still a minor because of creeps; it may be best to have a parent supervise it.) Keeping a portfolio will not only showcase your talent but capture how much your skill develops over time. A friend of yours may see a style they like and ask you to recreate it on their hair.
As you get older, consider going to a trade school where you can learn to do hair from professionals, and then work on getting certified. To gain some skills on the business end of things, one option is to take courses in business - opening your own salon is going to take more than just talent. You'll need to understand labor market data, finances, legalities, hiring, management, etc. But that's down the road; I think for right now, keep practicing your artform, start building a portfolio, and ask industry professionals for any tips and advice.
The next time you get your hair done, ask your stylist about their career path. What did they do to get to where they are today? What would they recommend you do now, in 1 year, in 5 years, etc.? Is it a possibility that you could work there part-time when you're a little older (13/14 is likely too young to legally do this) to help with some of the day-to-day work? You'd start developing some of those behind-the-scenes skills like scheduling, customer service, cleanup, maintenance of work stations, and so on. This can also give you a chance to watch the stylists interact with clients.
At this age, I would recommend asking for a wig and a form (it's better if it's in the shape of a human head and not just a wire/plastic form) for your next birthday or holiday, and start working on that hair. Take photos of your work and start building a portfolio for yourself. It doesn't have to be online, but that's a possibility, too. (I recommend keeping comments off while you're still a minor because of creeps; it may be best to have a parent supervise it.) Keeping a portfolio will not only showcase your talent but capture how much your skill develops over time. A friend of yours may see a style they like and ask you to recreate it on their hair.
As you get older, consider going to a trade school where you can learn to do hair from professionals, and then work on getting certified. To gain some skills on the business end of things, one option is to take courses in business - opening your own salon is going to take more than just talent. You'll need to understand labor market data, finances, legalities, hiring, management, etc. But that's down the road; I think for right now, keep practicing your artform, start building a portfolio, and ask industry professionals for any tips and advice.
Cara Maisel
Senior Analyst - Asset Management
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New York, New York
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Cara’s Answer
Hi Kamil,
Great question! I'm impressed you're thinking ahead at your age. I believe the key to being a successful businesswomen is to be confident, proactive, and persistent. With these qualities you'll be able to stand your ground and grow your business because others will believe in you. Good luck!
Great question! I'm impressed you're thinking ahead at your age. I believe the key to being a successful businesswomen is to be confident, proactive, and persistent. With these qualities you'll be able to stand your ground and grow your business because others will believe in you. Good luck!
Adria Martin
Product Marketing Manager
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Seattle, Washington
Updated
Adria’s Answer
I remember thinking a lot about similar questions when I was your age! Your future is already bright. I actually went to hair school and did hair for a number of years before I ultimately ended up going into business (working at Amazon and Microsoft). In my opinion, what makes a woman successful in business is setting clear goals and not deviating from them. Do not let those around you intimidate you or bully you into being any different. If you know what you want for your life, having your eyes set on what you want and working hard for it is key. A lot of what makes a successful business woman is simply being confident in your own abilities and not being afraid of a challenge.
Read lots of books by inspirational women that you would like to be like. This will also help you realize what characteristics you admire and how you can learn to develop those within yourself.
Read lots of books by inspirational women that you would like to be like. This will also help you realize what characteristics you admire and how you can learn to develop those within yourself.