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

Hi Jamestina, what role has risk played in your life or career?
Taking risks has enabled me to expand my business. In 2019 I broke my foot, I lost my 9-5 job, and shortly after I lost my residence. In that moment I decided to push my side hustle into my main hustle. By 2021, I saved up enough to move to Atlanta by myself, to a city unknown, where I knew no one, I had no clientele, no connections, but I just had faith. I am able to take such major risks in myself and in my business because I have faith in God. I take these major risks as a
commitment to carve a legacy of prosperity for my future children. I yearn to
break the cycle of struggle and create generational wealth that shields my
children and family from the hardships I endured. I envision them basking in
the fruits of my labor, yet grounded in the profound understanding that hard
work, resilience, and unyielding dedication are the foundation of a fulfilling
life. I would rather take the risk and say I did something, then to sit around
scared to make the next big move and have regrets.

What should our readers know about your business?
Jamestina Beauty is a beauty brand that offers 100% Vegan and Animal Cruelty-Free Lash Extensions. Our business offers four main components: high quality lash products, professional lash services, E-Books and E-Courses.

Jamestina Beauty began in 2010, I started doing lashes as a teenager in my parents basement. I started doing my lashes and this soon sparked the interest of my future clientele – my classmates and teachers. When I was 15, one of my clients was a hairstylist in the city, she was referred by one of my classmates. Once I did her lashes I gained more clientele outside of my high school.

In 2019, I broke my foot and as a result I lost my job. In the aftermath, my savings went to medical bills due to having no benefits. Soon after, I lost my housing, leaving me with nothing.

In this moment, I began to push lashing to become my main source of income. I invested the little money I had in a lash suite, a brand ambassador, and Facebook/Instagram Ads. This helped me build clientele tremendously. Having nothing became my motivation, propelling me forward with the desire for a brighter future.

By 2021, I saved up enough to move to Atlanta. Today Jamestina Beauty has expanded beyond lash services. Now we sell Lash products, Ecourses, and Ebooks around the world.

What truly distinguishes us is our dedicated approach to customer interaction through daily TikTok Lives. This gives us the opportunity to communicate with potential customers and potential students directly. By showcasing the application process of our lash products, using our tweezers, and adhesive in real-time, we bridge the gap between the potential user and viewer. This transparency and hands-on demonstration illustrate the simplicity and effectiveness of our products, fostering trust and confidence in Jamestina Beauty. Our lash extensions also set us apart from this industry being 100% Vegan and Animal Cruelty-Free.

I am the most excited about our international audience. The fact that Jamestina Beauty has been able to reach an international audience from our daily TikTok Lives is a blessing. This shows that the Jamestina Beauty brand and movement is bigger than me. I am excited about the growth and impacting people around the world.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
In Atlanta, my heart is drawn to the vibrant music scene, particularly the exhilarating music festivals that grace the city. While I haven’t extensively explored the restaurants here, my passion lies in attending and immersing myself in the diverse musical contributions Atlanta has to offer. When a friend visits, typically they always know where they want to go in the city. I just follow their lead to respecting their preferences. However, if I were to curate an itinerary, it would undoubtedly revolve around fine dining Asian Cuisine and of course music festivals and live performances that encapsulate the city’s dynamic energy. As an enthusiast of Atlanta’s musical pulse, I find solace and inspiration in its rhythm and melodies.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I definitely have to thank Jesus for bringing me this far. Everything that I have
achieved would not be possible without God. He has comforted me in times of
fear, doubt, and sorrow. I also really appreciate my pastor back home for
always preaching about following your dreams and the passion that God put
inside you and preaching Genesis 12:2-3. I live by that verse, that is the verse
that helped me move to Atlanta. Thank you to all my clients in Maryland, DC,
Virginia, and also my new clients in Georgia! My clients in the DMV (DC,
Maryland, Virginia) were the foundation that got me started. Starting my
business built my confidence as a business owner. Shout out to my Aunty who
helped me when I lost my job and my residence. She took me in and told me
not to give up on my business. She told me to keep passing out flyers and
business cards to pick up clientele. Thank you to my friend Tyree, he helped
me find my very first lash suite and he also renovated it. Whenever I needed
something done at my office, Tyree was just a call away. He also renovated all
three of my lash suites in Maryland, he was an integral part to the aesthetic
when you enter Jamestina Beauty.

Website: https://jamestinabeauty.com

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Twitter: twitter.com/@jamestinabeauty

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