Choices Over Talent: Shardé Hunter's Journey of Intentional Growth as a Hairstylist

Key Highlights:Featuring Shardé Hunter, a 15-year veteran hairstylist and extension specialistInsights into salon career progression from hourly employee to suite ownerStrategies for professional growth in the beauty industryEpisode Quotes:"It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices." - Dumbledore"Nothing changes if nothing changes"Topics Covered:Salon Career StagesHourly employmentCommission-based workSuite rentalBusiness ownershipCareer Transformation StrategiesNegotiating raisesAnalyzing business metricsSpecializing in extensionsWorking smarter, not harderProfessional Development InsightsImportance of valuing employeesMaking data-driven career decisionsSetting progressive business goalsManaging work-life balanceKey Takeaways:Prioritize personal growth over current circumstancesUse data to make strategic career choicesDon't be afraid to specialize and pivotGuest Bio:Shardé Hunter is a 35-year-old hairstylist specializing in extensions and education, based in Sunnyvale, California. With over 15 years of industry experience, she has worked in various salon models and now runs her own business with a full-time assistant.Recommended for: Hairstylists, beauty professionals, entrepreneurs, career changersInstagrams to follow:Shardé HunterHair PageHo PageRooted + RisingJosie AldrichQuinn Mattingly