We had the good fortune of connecting with Ashlynn Thomas and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ashlynn, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
I honestly didn’t think about it long at all. I knew what I wanted to do, I knew that I was very talented, and I knew that I didn’t want to work for anyone else. So, I put a price on my services and got to work. I stayed consistent and everything fell into place. My main goal was to be my own boss, have a flexible schedule, and be the influence for young girls who want to do the same.

What should our readers know about your business?
I’d say my passion for people, variety in services , and my patience with children is what sets me apart. As well as offering several services that most stylist don’t. My work environment is very relaxing, has a spa like feel, we’re faith based and assessable to all. I am most excited about working towards a brick and mortar.

I got to where I am today by remaining teachable and staying consistent. Of course it wasn’t easy. However, I kept God first and allowed him to guide me through the challenges. I also made time to take care of myself and not get burnt out.

I have learned that every client may not be for you and that’s okay. You’re

I want the world to know that my brand The Radiant Luxury will be Nationwide. We’ll have salons, salon suites, hair products, hair accessories, and more. 🤍

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Coffee/Breakfast Temple Coffee or Scooters Coffee.

Brunch : Roots and Revery, Another Broken Egg ,Ruby Sunshine or Forrellys

Lunch: Berries by Crystal, Wings plus 3, Village Tavern, Real and Rosemary, or Surin.

Dinner: I would cook. ; )

Places to check out : The Purpose Church, Art museum, gun range , activate Birmingham, do it yourself crafts, sip n strokes, paddywax candle bar.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I would like to dedicate my shoutout to my siblings, my daughter, and my Pastor.

Website: Www.theradiantluxury.as.me

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theradiantluxury?igsh=MWZjM2Q5MTNpemxpYg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Youtube: https://youtube.com/@theradiantluxury?si=8PVuCA5KmwHbsgy3

Other: https://www.instagram.com/theradiantluxury_beauty?igsh=a2N1NDhhemgzemF1&utm_source=qr https://www.instagram.com/theradiantcreations_?igsh=MWg5NjlqNXVnMDUyeQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Image Credits
Danny Austin Emily Dean Tony Haute Shyann Cooley Heather Chris Ashlynn Thomas

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