Megan Carlisle. The founder of Platform Hair Extensions, a leading brand in the luxury hair extension market, Megan shares her journey from struggling hairstylist to successful entrepreneur. The episode delves into the challenges of beginning a career in the beauty sector, the entrepreneurial spirit required to overcome obstacles, and the story behind establishing her multimillion-dollar business. For Megan, creating a business wasn't just about earning more but about providing hairstylists with reliable products and helping them achieve financial freedom.Megan talks about the importance of self-belief and resilience, attributes essential for any entrepreneur, regardless of industry. She emphasizes the necessity of identifying personal strengths, delegating tasks effectively, and crafting a premium client experience to stand out in a competitive market. The discussion highlights Megan's innovative approach to building a brand that not only offers products but reshapes the hairstyling profession into a respected, high-earning career path. With Rudy’s engaging interviewing style and Megan's compelling narrative, listeners are sure to find inspiring insights and practical advice for legacy-building and business success.Key Takeaways:Embrace Resilience: Megan underscores the need for resilience, citing her own experiences overcoming adversity and stress in building her business.Learn to Multiply Yourself: Central to Megan’s business growth was the principle of teaching others and leveraging team skills to expand her company.Price Strategically: Understanding how to price services correctly—considering time, market, and expenses—is critical and often overlooked in the beauty industry.Create a Memorable Experience: To warrant premium pricing, Megan highlights the importance of delivering exceptional service and building a unique brand experience.Invest in Continuous Learning: Education and business training are essential components of Megan’s business model, advocating for ongoing development to achieve sustained success.Notable Quotes:“The whole goal with the company was to help stylists behind the chair make more money, learn how to manage their time better.”“If we’re going to do this, we need to start our own company.”“Marketing has been really grassroots; we’ve built our company from the ground up with educators.”“My dad taught me... learn how to multiply yourself.”“People don’t get to put limits on you. You can create whatever future you want.”Resources:Instagram: @megmeghairWebsites: megcarlsile.complatformhairextensions.com
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