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

Hi Shae, how do you think about risk?
I always tell anyone I’m mentoring that “You have to bet on yourself always” The only reason my career propelled to new heights was because I took a risk and quit my 9-5 to focus on Esthetics full time. I’ve now been self employed for three years and it’s the ultimate blessing.

I feel like listening to your heart instead of your brain is much needed in business. You never know if a business proposition will succeed or if your products will sale. Being an entrepreneur is a gamble within itself..

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I am a licensed esthetician, I curate natural skincare and I am a micro influencer with over 18,000 followers on my tik tok (@shaetheestyyy) .

I believe what sets me apart from others is that no matter how successful I’m getting I always stay true to myself and I am 100% myself at all times.

I got to where I am by providing great services and customer service .’referrals are key to your business sustaining.

Its definitely not easy. Sometimes I have to take time away from my family and friends. Sometimes I have to sit my son in front of the tv so I can get some work done. I cry sometimes about my business because it can get super stressful. I always look at it from this stand point “At one point in time I was praying to be in this exact place . I’m allowed the opportunity to be stressed about a successful business.” Sounds crazy but looking at things as full glass help me.

The biggest lesson I’ve learned along the way is keeping finances in check. I use to make the mistake of using all my money versus putting it back for inventory or supplies. I didn’t start my business off correctly so I had to pay so many fees.

I want the world to know that I put love into everything regarding my brand. Whether it’s from the education I give on tik tok, the love I put in my products or the relationships I form with all my clients. I genuinely love what I do and I know that reflects in my work.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
In my city Dothan,AL it’s the “big city” to other small cities. I would def go out of town but if I had to stay in my city I would take them to Firestone Wood Fired Grill for brunch. They have the absolute best brunch. I would take them to Hangar 38. I would also take them to the Mexican restaurant Rodeo for margaritas.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would like to shoutout my manager Tatiana. Without her my business and content creation opportunities wouldn’t be as accessible she’s the brain behind the brand.

Website: https://skindeepbyshae.net/pages/sdxshae

Instagram: _shaesthetics

Facebook: SHAE The ESTY-SHAESTHETICS & SKIN DEEP BY SHAE

Other: Tik tok :@shaetheestyyy

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