Season 1 Episode 10 : More Than Hair: Identity, Experience, and the Standard You Accept

More Than Hair: Identity, Experience, and the Standard You AcceptFeaturing Shanita ClarkeWhat you experience everyday shapes what you believe is normal.But what if what you have been accepting is not what you deserve?In this episode of The Interview Room, I sit down with Shanita Clarke, Founder and CEO of Salvaged Roots, to talk about identity, care, and the standard we set for ourselves and others.This conversation goes beyond hair.We talk about:How everyday experiences impact confidence and identityWhat real hospitality and care should look like in business and in lifeWhy people normalize environments they have already outgrownWhat it takes to build something that truly reflects and respects peopleAnd how taking care of yourself changes what you are willing to acceptBecause how you are treated matters.And how you treat yourself matters even more.If you have ever felt overlooked, misunderstood, or stuck in environments that do not match your growth, this episode will make you pause and reflect.KEY TAKEAWAYThe way you take care of yourself teaches people how to treat you.