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

Hi Raven, Let’s talk about principles and values – what matters to you most?
Treating others the way you want to be treated. I was raised on this, and try my very best to live true to this. Nobody likes to be treated in a mean way, so it’s important to be kind to others or to treat others in a way you would like to be treated. In the hair business, this is especially true. A client will not return if you don’t treat them nicely. You get more clients being yourself and being kind than you do being rude. My grandfather always says you get more bees with honey than you do vinegar.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
My art is empowering women of all ages to feel and look their best through my services. What sets me apart from others is my love for what I do. I love making others feel their best. If the economy allowed it, I would provide more services for free. Networking has helped me get to where I am today. Sometimes it’s not what you know, but who you know. My brand is growing and so is my story as life is a journey. But I want people to take away that if you love something pursue it. Especially if you can not stop thinking about it. God will not give you a dream that is not achievable. There may be challenges but keep pushing, you will get to the end goal.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Choice Marketing & Sales Inc. My grandparents have owned and operated their business my entire life. They had a hand in raising me to have the values and morals I do. They are also a part of the reason I am a small business owner. I’m thankful for them and they deserve recognition. Their business is an important one. They service the DMV by providing and servicing durable medical equipment for veterans and disabled people. Bobby & Bessie Matthews are very deserving of this shout out!

Website: www.styledbyraven.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/styledbyraven/

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

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StyledbyRaven

Image Credits
@goode_visions @Jordancortes.prod @sidportrait @iamsasha_p @mej.photography

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