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

Hi Jalisa, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
I have always loved makeup but I had never owned a business before. I started going to business shops that were just about makeup. I started my journey just as a trial run with only lipstick and lipgloss. When I started to sell out I thought wow I should just create an entire cosmetic line, so that’s what I did.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
As the owner of J. Simone’s Dollhouse LLC I have put my heart and soul into this business. It wasn’t easy in the beginning but over time I have learned so much about having a business. This was of course my first business so it has been some up’s and downs. I originally opened my business in 2018 with lipstick and lip gloss. I worked hard on the products but they just weren’t a good fit for me. So I started from the drawing board again and became an entire cosmetic line. I think what sets me apart from others is the way I choose to conduct business. My customers will always be number one. I don’t care how large of a company I become I always keep them in mind. Even though I am j. Simone there would not be a dollhouse without them. This also led me to branch out so I now have my products in a local beauty supply store JDs Beauty Supply ( Greenwood SC)

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I love to eat so if my friends were in the area we would definitely be trying out hidden food spots.

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 thank my husband (Brent) for being there for all the late nights and early mornings as well as my Mom (Cynthia), Dad (Vince), and bonus mom (Gwen) they have always supported me and my decision to start the business from day one.

Website: https://www.jsimonesdollhouse.com/

Instagram: Instagram.com/j.simonesdollhouse

Facebook: J. Simone’s Dollhouse

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