What if the thing that almost broke you was actually what built you? In this episode, I’m sharing the untold story of how I nearly walked away from the beauty industry—before my career even began.Long before Hustle & Heart Salon ever existed, I was a young stylist filled with ambition, walking into what I thought was a dream opportunity. But behind the charm of my first salon job was a painful unraveling that almost made me quit. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on that season—not to throw shade, but to show how hard beginnings can lead to beautiful growth.This one’s personal.🔑 Key Themes + Takeaways01:24 — Starting out: Beauty school, big dreams, and a salon job offer that felt like fate02:21 — No onboarding, no systems, no support—just survival03:09 — Learning to hustle in the pre-Instagram days of the industry04:08 — The shift: When gratitude meets burnout and humanity gets overlooked05:25 — The unraveling: A misunderstanding before her wedding that changed everything08:15 — Getting fired a week before walking down the aisle09:37 — Stepping away from the industry in silence and heartbreak10:15 — The still, small voice that called her back11:05 — What to look for in a healthy salon environment as a new stylist11:53 — Why growth plans matter—and how she built better ones for her team12:21 — Clarity is kindness: How expectations foster empowerment12:50 — The power of mentorship and assistant programs for new stylists13:46 — Extending grace to the past, while holding space for growth14:19 — If you feel stuck or unsure, your story isn’t over yet📝 Journal PromptHave you ever faced a moment that made you want to quit? What did you learn from it—and how did it shape who you’re becoming?💛 Let’s Stay ConnectedI really do mean it when I say: my DMs are always open.✨ Got a story to share? A moment that hit home? Slide in anytime.Here’s where to find me and go deeper:Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jessica_hustleandheartsalon/Podcast blog → https://hustleandheartsalon.com/blog/ Salon home → https://hustleandheartsalon.com/We’re building something real here. I’m so glad you’re part of it.

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