The Life Of KG Katie Godfrey

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How many times have you heard about people leaving their high-paying jobs, to build a business empire that doesn't have much to do with their education or work experience? I'm sure the answer is not many but some people like our guest for today Melody McCloskey have. 



From being a product manager to the founder of a successful business StyleSeat, this superwoman is living proof that trusting your abilities can help you achieve wonderful things.



It was a really intimidating process for me but I had to go out there and just do it..

 

Key takeaways



#1 Transformation in the beauty industry 

15 years ago, beauty standards were like the cover of Vogue magazine, if you didn't fit in the skinny white girl type, you didn't fit in at all but now beauty standards are so much more inclusive now which does not only affect us at an individual level but also as professionals in the beauty industry. There is now much more scope to express your natural creativity, therefore, right now is the golden opportunity to join the beauty industry if you are passionate about it. 



#2 Effective failure management

Failure sound intimidating to you? As an entrepreneur, it shouldn't. If you want to build a business that lasts, get comfortable with experiencing failures. Accept the situation, adapt, and use it as a valuable learning opportunity.



Timestamps



0:12-4:36

Melody shares how she built her business StyleSeat which empowers beauty professionals by helping them increase revenue through efficiency and client acquisition. She also discusses the financial battles she fought to pursue entrepreneurship.



34:41-37:26 

Melody provides valuable social media marketing advice for beauty salon owners who want to establish a strong portfolio and digital presence, and explains how simple things when practised consistently, create a huge impact.



Key Quote

“As an entrepreneur, you need to understand that even when you get successful, you will have to deal with problems, that rollercoaster is a constant, no matter how big you grow.”

 

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The thought of managing two salon businesses along with a training academy sounds intimidating to most people but our guest for today Lisa is not one of them. Let's hear her inspiring story of entrepreneurship, and get to know the business secrets that keep her thriving in the beauty industry. 

 

Timestamps



00.49-6:11

Lisa shares how she got into business after completing her education in hairdressing and beauty along with her exciting school experiences. 



16:09-17:20

The two discuss how Lisa's money-spending mindset, which involves very conscious spending and strict financial calculations, impacts her pricing decisions. She also shares how losing her parents created some nervousness while dealing with money. 



Key takeaways



#1 Hair and Beauty don't go together very well

Looking for some advice on how to set up a salon business? You can start by ensuring your salon has separate areas for hair and beauty work if you want to incorporate both of these services. This will help create a better atmosphere for your clients since hair salons generally are louder and crazier as compared to salons for beauty treatments that have a calmer atmosphere. Along with offering valuable services, being mindful of client comfort will help you benefit from repeat customers and improve customer satisfaction. 



#2 Effective stock management 

The struggles of managing stocks effectively can be intense and draining but there are a few things that can help you keep a strict check on your inventory. These include well-formulated policies, strong ethics, and partnering with companies that don't have massive minimal spending. (Tune in to learn more about each of these!)



“If you've got the passion, you will do well!”

 

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Www.perfect10nailsandbeauty.com

Www.avenueacademy.co.uk

 



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In this podcast episode, we are joined by Ali Majed who is a successful beauty content creator. Join us as he shares his inspiring career story, the challenges he faced on his journey, and most importantly how he started his career. 

 

Timestamps

 

0:17- 4:02

Ali starts by introducing himself and his work as a beauty content creator who started his journey on Tiktok. The two also talk about their first meeting in Saudi Arabia and Ali’s experience filming and posting his first public video. 

 

6:08-7:07

Influencer life is not always as glamorous as it appears on screen. Ali and Katie shed some light on this topic and how the masses tend to make generalisations based on a few clips they see online. Ali also shares the reality of dealing with finances as a new content creator in the industry and how it takes a lot of time and effort before you get the true value of the work you do. 

 

7:08-9:00

Katie and Ali have a detailed discussion on the importance for entrepreneurs and content creators to connect with their audience and show up with their authentic personality no matter how difficult it may appear at first.

 

15:52-17:44

Here, Ali shares his thoughts about how to choose people/brands to work with and the benefits big companies can get by collaborating with micro-influencers. 

 

26:41-30:11

Before wrapping off the podcast, Ali talks about some of his favourite influencers and content creators and what made him look up to them along with some genuine advice for anybody who is looking to enter the industry. 

 

Key takeaways

 

#1 Avoid Over Excessive Planning

When you're starting something new, especially something that requires you to get out of your comfort zone, don't overthink. Your first attempt at anything will not be perfect and it doesn't have to be perfect. What's important is that you start and stay consistent while maintaining a strong learning mindset. 

 

#2 Niche down

Content creation and entrepreneurship can be soul-sucking sometimes especially when you're handling all of your work yourself. However, having a specific niche that you truly enjoy can reduce your work stress significantly since you are enjoying what you do. So, it's not always a good idea to chase after the most high-paying or popular niches, sticking to where your strength and passion lie can do wonders too. 

 

 Key Quotes

 


“You just have to have passion, be patient for yourself, and know that it's a lot of work.”
 “You are setting yourself up for lowkey disaster if you continue to present a version of yourself that is not authentic, that is not true to yourself because it will just make the work and the exhaustion much worse.”

 

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Ali Majed (@mushumajed) | TikTok

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In this podcast episode, we are joined by Emma-Jayne who shares with us her experience with becoming a business owner and how she navigated her journey from a salon Saturday girl to a salon owner.



If you are looking for some genuine business talk from a well-established salon owner, make sure to tune in and enjoy!



Timestamps

0:00-9:10
We start off the podcast with a quick introduction of our special guest for today, Emma Jayne who owns a salon and specialises in lashes and bridal hair. She shares her origin story, how she got to where she is today, and what made her set up her own salon business. She also talks to us about her pregnancy journey, unfortunate miscarriages, and how she dealt with the difficulties that came with the COVID lockdown while she was in the process of establishing her business and grieving her loss.



10:52-13:06
Emma shares how she dealt with some of the big changes that she went through after choosing entrepreneurship. This segment is filled with some valuable advice on how you can make this transition smoother for yourself as well.



13:08-15:32
Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship can be quite challenging. Here, Emma talks to us about how she kept consistent with her business while also being a wonderful mom. She also shares some adorable moments she has had with her child that will make you go aww!



16:06-17:21
Emma discusses how her work experience as an employee has positively shaped her interactions with her workforce as she now owns a salon business.



Key takeaways



#1 Mindset is key
You need to have the right mindset before you step into the rewarding but challenging world of entrepreneurship. Remember that the proper strategy, the right mindset, and being focused strictly on what you want to achieve are what will get you through the difficult days. It is what will keep you consistent and steadfast on the days when you don't feel like being
an entrepreneur!



#2 Share your story
Take this as a sign to share your story with the world. Talking about your feelings and experiences with the world can not only make you feel relieved, but it can also help other people benefit and know that they are not alone in their difficulties.



#3 Find balance
As entrepreneurs, it gets difficult to find your work-life balance and say no to work but you have to draw the line somewhere. Make sure to not overwork yourself to the point of exhaustion where you have no me-time left for yourself to unwind and relax. Investing time in yourself is also important for your business because a stressed out and overworked owner is much more likely to make mistakes that could have easily been avoided.
 
Key Quote



“I did it because I had to, so I didn't have to go back and work full time.



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In this podcast episode, Katie walks us through her recent retreat to Marrakesh. She explains why she chose that location, her experience being there, and some exciting things that happened on the trip. 

 
Make sure to grab a cup of coffee, preferably something to munch on, tune in and enjoy!



I have been planning this retreat for months literally…



Timestamps



0:00-4:42
Katie starts off the podcast by explaining that her recent trip to Marrakesh was for business purposes, as she took a group of people to enjoy some time off, learn and network in a group setting. She also explains why this retreat took place specifically in Marrakesh and how her business retreat to New York last year inspired her to create something similar for her clients. She also walks us through the process and planning that went into the creation of this trip for her clients and how she made sure that the group would consist of like-minded people who would connect well because no one would really want to be stuck in a foreign country with people they don't vibe with or get along well with.

4:44-5:52
Recalling some of the best things that happened on the trip, Katie shares how it proved to be an excellent means of making connections and networking with people that eventually helped her learn more and grow her business as well. She also shares how it proved to be an incredible opportunity for her to talk about her business and entrepreneurship with a group of wonderful business owners without any fear of judgement as is usually expected when talking to people who aren't entrepreneurs themselves and don't properly understand the ins and outs of running a business.



5:55-11:23
In this segment, Katie shares some insights on how the trip was structured for the 4 days, the activities that they performed as a group during this time and how everything was scheduled and organised to ensure that the most was made out of the trip and the time spent together was utilised effectively. She also explains how she made sure to find a good balance between working by learning and interactive discussions and enjoying by doing something fun, touring the area, and finding enjoyable activities for everyone.



12:15:05
Before wrapping off the podcast, Katie shares insights from upcoming plans for more retreats and how she recommends it to anyone who is looking to bond and learn with like-minded people.



Key Quote



“Business is extremely lonely, regardless of whether you have a mentor or coach and very often we can't speak to our family and friends about it as much as we would like, so to be around people with whom you can openly talk about business with no fear of judgement was incredible.”



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