The old saying goes, “If you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life.” February is the “month of love,” so I decided this article will be about remembering why we do what we do and hopefully spark some sort of tingle in your heart to either bring back the love you may have lost for your business, or inspire you to fall more deeply in love with your career.
About one third of the average human life is spent at work. Many factors go into the destination that we call “happiness”: family, friends, and our health all play huge roles. But happiness and fulfillment with our job, workplace, co-workers, company, clients, and monetary successes all play roles in our happiness, as well.
Some couples have the rule, “We don’t take work home with us” and for some, this may be possible. But for the majority of us, if work has us stressed out, frustrated or on the flip-side, excited or proud, these are moments we share with our partners and family. No matter what career you choose, there will be ups and downs; but how you react in those down moments is what really defines you. I love what I do, because I get to help people make money. I like to believe I provide them with tools they need to grow their businesses – this gives me great pride and contributes to my love for my job. I also have great love for our industry; this includes all salons, manufacturers, and distributors. Whether it’s my competitor or a salon that doesn’t carry my product line, I want everyone to succeed. If they succeed, our industry succeeds as a whole.
Eric Matras, Director of Sales & Business Development Forever Tan
Brook Taylor, Owner All Hours Distribution
“I love the behind-the-scenes aspect of meeting people all over the world who share the same love and passion for the industry that I do. I’ve made so many lifelong friends over the years, and every time I go to their salons, I feel like I’m at home and my work has become play.”
Kandra Covert, National Sales Trainer Devoted Creations
Brad Driver, Franchise Owner Sun Tan City
Suzy Baucam, Sales Manager Four Seasons Sales & Service
As Director of Brand Development for Devoted Creations’ family of brands, Lisa brings 17 years of industry experience, knowledge and enthusiasm to all aspects of the business, including social media, product development, training, customer relations, public speaking and marketing strategies. Lisa worked at the salon level managing a large chain of salons, which infuses her sales training and brand concepts with real world experience. Lisa has been chosen IST Magazine’s “Person of the Year” four times.
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