Episode 8: Celebrity Hair Stylist Turned Solopreneur and Single Mom

One of the most loved industries that has been one of the most impacted during the global pandemic has been hair salons. I can tell you (from personal experience) that when public officials call a press conference to announce the gradual and safe re-opening of local businesses that many of us are on the edge of our seats to hear when we can get our hair done. (Especially those of us with grey hairs that have a mind of their own. Why are those hairs so wiry and untamable?) 

We are overjoyed to have Rita Fellers of Rita Fellers Hair as our guest this week. It just so happened that on the day we recorded this, Texas Governor Abbott had announced the first phase of 're-opening the state' - which did not include hair salons. Since then, he surprisingly accelerated the plan for salons to open, sending many to scramble for required supplies and to put necessary safety protocols into place.

Rita has been practicing hair (styling and coloring) for over twenty years. She honed her craft in Los Angeles, fast-tracking her way to success working with a variety of celebrities and training under highly respected stylists. After pausing her career to dedicate herself as a stay at home mom, she jumped back in to create the successful business she has today. Here's a quick highlight of our discussion:

COVID-19 Impact

Initial reaction to Governor Abbott's re-opening of the state for businessesWhat her business might look like once she returns to the salonSafety measures to take with her clients moving forward

Building a Business in Hair

How she found herself with a career in hairManaging working with celebrities and doing hair for bi-coastal eventsShe shampooed Morrisey's hair you guys!The art, psychology, and therapeutic aspect of hair

Strategic Insights for Entrepreneurs

Implementing your vision to achieve your goalsSharing your inspiration and business via social mediaSupporting other small business entrepreneursDaily meditation and gratitude, and reflection

Transitioning Back Into Your Career After Being a Stay at Home Mom

Going back to school Personal belief and managing fearThe importance of confidence in your pricingEmpowering women through hairThe critical need to ask for help, especially as mom entrepreneurs

Looking Ahead - What's Next for Rita

Clear vision of what her business plan entails for the futureThe effectiveness of writing down your goals to manifestThe hair trend of 2020 (once we can all get our hair done)

Muscle Creative Wrap-Up

If you could listen to only one music artist for the rest of your life who would it be? The Rolling StonesWhere can people find you online?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritalynnfellers/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RitaLynnFellers