Larissa Marie, a talented hair colorist and owner of ilikeprettyhair and Mtn Empress, shares her journey in the salon industry and her unconventional path to success. She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and sacred space for clients, where they can feel vulnerable and leave feeling better. Larissa discusses how she followed her intuition and moved to Breckenridge, Colorado, despite not knowing anyone, and how that decision shaped her career. She also highlights the significance of community and serving women in her profession, which brings her fulfillment and purpose.

The conversation revolves around the theme of finding balance and prioritizing during different seasons of life. She emphasizes the importance of identifying priorities and making adjustments in work life to fit those priorities. The concept of balance is explored, with the understanding that it is not about everything being perfectly balanced at all times, but rather about recognizing the ebb and flow of different priorities throughout life. The conversation also touches on the misconceptions in the beauty industry and the need for flexibility, autonomy, and intelligent incentives in work opportunities. The conversation concludes with the idea of following one's divine spark and focusing on personal growth and purpose.

Keywords

hair colorist, salon industry, unconventional path, safe space, intuition, community, fulfillment, purpose, balance, priorities, mindset shift, work-life integration, flexibility, autonomy, intelligent incentives, career changes, hero, inspiration, personal growth

Takeaways

-Creating a safe and sacred space for clients is essential in the salon industry.

-Following your intuition and taking risks can lead to unexpected success.

-Building a strong community and serving others brings fulfillment and purpose.

-Identity and profession are intertwined, and finding a profession that aligns with your identity is crucial. Identifying priorities and making adjustments in work life to fit those priorities is crucial for finding balance and fulfillment.

-Balance is not about everything being perfectly balanced at all times, but rather about recognizing the ebb and flow of different priorities throughout life.

-Flexibility, autonomy, and intelligent incentives are important elements in creating fulfilling work opportunities.

-Career changes and navigating different paths can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.

-Finding inspiration and heroes in everyday life, such as Larissa's mother, can provide motivation and guidance in navigating work and life.

Learn more about Larissa:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilikeprettyhair/https://www.instagram.com/mtn.empress/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ilikeprettyhair/

Website/Booking: https://www.ilikeprettyhair.com/

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Host Cody Alimondi of Creative Hiring takes on this bonus episode solo. He discusses what a Path Paver is and some examples of Path Pavers. Want to learn more about Creative Hiring? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creative_hiring Twitter: https://twitter.com/Creative_Hiring Website: https://creativehiring.com/

Host Cody Alimondi of Creative Hiring invites Cesar Idrobo, an innovative footwear design consultant and shoemaker, to discuss the fascinating intersection of creativity, professional journey, and the pursuit of meaning through work. Cesar shares his unique perspective on what it means to be an artist, the importance of paving your own path in the professional world, and the challenges of creating new, iconic products that resonate with both heritage and modernity.

Throughout the conversation, Cesar delves into his background, the obstacles he's faced, and the lessons learned from his experiences. He talks about the significance of maintaining a flexible yet structured creative process, the impact of belief (both self-belief and convincing others), and the nuances of translating abstract ideas into tangible realities. Cody and Cesar explore the idea that true fulfillment in one's profession often requires breaking away from conventional career paths and crafting a unique journey.

Join us for an inspiring and insightful dialogue that not only highlights the essence of creative work but also offers valuable advice for anyone looking to find purpose and authenticity in their career. Whether you're an aspiring designer, an entrepreneur, or simply someone seeking inspiration, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical insights.

Follow Cesar on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/cidrobo/

Listen to Cesar's podcast, Mo0dboard, here:

https://www.youtube.com/@mo0d-board

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