MY STORY | MY JOURNEY TO OWNING A SALON

Hi guys! This video was pretty hard for me to film, but I really hope you enjoyed it and got something from it. My journey to wear I am today has been filled with ups and downs but I wouldn't change anything about it. I LOVE YOU ALL! Don't forget to like and subscribe. Also, Disclaimer; I talk fast!;)
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[@Shaylee2014]

I’m not going to say who, because I know who you’re referring to, but I just want to say I think you handled that situation with grace. As a follower of the opposite end , i have noticed shaming and posts and it’s truly disgusting. I think when someone bashes someone else they are insecure about themselves. You are so successful and carry yourself so professional and I admire that so much. You took the high road and look where you are now!! You are such a role model to me. I love your videos!!

[@Shaylee2014]

Janetta Vidano I will not I’m sorry. It’s not my place

[@DanteVelasquez]

indeed!

[@JV-ut5sw]

Shaylee Gebhart ok

[@jesschavez6197]

Janet Vidano Mandisue

[@JV-ut5sw]

Jess Chavez oh, damn :/ I never would have guessed that. Ever. Thank you.

[@themerantis5014]

I hope the girl who told you to quite and that you weren’t any good sees how far you’ve come and sees how amazing you really are as a hairstylist

[@jesschavez6197]

Mandisuesalon

[@DanteVelasquez]

And feels like a complete idiot as well lol

[@justjessiiii]

Thank you!!

[@makeuplover4073]

I love this, please do part to talking about how to get started on running a salon.

[@kylamitchell7796]

Thank u Jess, really inspiring. Yes please do the salon start-up / business tips.

[@lesliebrewer6919]

I could never thank you enough for posting this story. My salon will be opening Tuesday of this week. And I have cried for weeks bc of something similar that happened to me. It just sucks bc it was who I thought was my bestfriend. But I am starting to see that God has a plan. And I am trusting that He has bigger for me♡ thanks for sharing, I cried the whole video lol. Love u much♡

[@KidslearnplayNfun]

What discourages me is that I only have two people who supports me, my friend and myself. Not even my family believe in me but if anything this should motivate me. I want this I want to be a business owner and I'm go for it no matter what. Encouraging video 💕💕💕💕💕🥰🙏🏽

[@yarimontanezym]

I have two months till I’m done with cosmetology school and just by watching your videos have learned and evolved the way I do hair now. I appreciate you and thank you for sharing this story. You are so selfless and ambitious and I strive to be as successful as you. Thank you for inspiring us all❤️

[@kimiveymakeup0]

I am SO GLAD you made this video! This is such encouragement for me. I hope to own and educate in my own salon one day and this helped me so much! Will you make a video about things you learned as a first and second year salon owner?

[@haleerandall107]

Jessi, I don’t know if I have ever gotten the chance to tell you how proud I really am of you! I remember the days of washing my hair out in the sink😂 You have always been so much fun and an amazing stylist in my eyes. I love how you are sharing your knowledge and want everyone to win. You deserve all the best, and I can’t wait to see what the future brings you!💗💗

[@justjessiiii]

Oh my gosh girl thank you! You were one of my first clients lol. Your so sweet, thank you for all of the love and support!! Hope your doing well!!

[@homeschool.pray.repeat]

I got a good idea of what salon bullied you. And a matter of fact you and your husband are in the background of her grand opening video. Honey, let me tell you, as a fellow stylist who’s been there done that already, whoever it was was threatened by your talent because they knew you’re work was better and they were insecure in their own talent instead of embracing you and being eager to learn from one another. Look at you now sister!!! (*a little disclaimer....you do better work than the work I’ve seen on that other channe 😘l)

[@DanteVelasquez]

Exactly. And also by her kind soul.

[@justjessiiii]

Kimberly Danyell thank you so much!!!❤️ your sweet haha

[@MaryBethArnold]

Thank you for sharing your story. I am in cosmetology school now and struggle with being "on" all day at school. I'd love to hear about all the business side of salon ownership. I have been watching your youtube since the little salon and I am so happy that you are doing so well for yourself. I have been bullied so bad throughout my life and it has really broken me so I am now trying to believe in myself and get past the negative stuff so I can be successful at hair. I have wanted to do hair my entire life and at 38 I am finally making that dream a reality.

[@KingLeeroy91]

You inspire me so much. All of your videos have allowed me to grow in my craft. I’m a way better stylist due to you. Thank you very much for all of your amazing videos. Trust me . I was bullied bad for 7 years at the salon I was working at. I was naive and to forgiving. It ruined me more than I thought it did. I’ve spent the last year getting my confidence back and riding myself from all of that bs I went through. Love you Jessi. You are the best.

[@Wifeysmitty]

I love your transparency in sharing your growth. You are my top stylist to follow because you are so willing to share your techniques and tricks. My foiling has improved tremendously and I know once I attend one of your upcoming classes I’ll learn so much. You are so authentic and that is so important for organic growth. You are so inspiring. Challenges are so necessary for growth - and I love that you took a tough situation and moved forward from it. Love your vids!!! xx

[@ericaarmstrong2963]

Well that took me 2 mins to figure out 🤭😂😂 (Clicks on someone’s channel, goes back 2 years to “New Salon” video, and 1 minute into the video there she is! 👍🏼 ) I think you handled the situation very well considering how successful you are now. I can imagine how you must have felt coming from someone like that. You are a true inspiration 💗

[@END-ym9kj]

Erica Armstrong all I have to do was read ur posr and I figured out who it was...crazy!

[@justjessiiii]

Erica Armstrong haha... no comment 😬 lol. But thank you so much!!❤️

[@caseytorres4957]

I feel so out of the loop, who is she talking about?? Lol I would love to see what all goes in to owning a salon... such as license you have to have, how much did it cost to remodel your salon, what brands did you start with? All that jazz!

[@rebeccasambrook5813]

Your video has inspired me so much😭 im going through a hard time, ive just finished hair school and I'm trying to get my foot in the door. Feel like im not good enough and that im never gonna reach my dreams as a hair stylist. You've made me realise that it gets hard before it gets better and i cant thank you enough for sharing that story.❤

[@lilybrannon7974]

Please please please do a part two I have been following your channel forever and I am wanting to be just like you! I just graduated from cosmetology school and you have been one of my biggest inspirations to follow my dreams of owning a salon. But, I need help on how you worked out a business plan, finances, managing your business, and literally everything you did to become successful in this business!!! I really hope you actually see this!!

[@promenadeable]

Great video and speaking about that 'bad experience with that person' - shows you are a quality person with tons of Grace! Thank you for sharing it! And as well for your future videos it would be amazing if you could do more blond & bayalage with grey hair? Lots of beautiful 40+ year olds wanting their rooted blonde refreshed :)

[@SparkleAndShine03]

This was so encouraging! Thank you for being honest! I would love for you to do part 2!!

[@amyatpebble]

Very well handled. You do what you are good at, so inspiring to see your story. I had a salon owner, talk down to me in front of a guest before because I did hair differently than she did. I was very shocked and soon after I got out of there, found a new place. 9 years later after some ups and downs and building my clientele I finally got my own small salon. Thanks for this video. My parents were a great support and help as well.

[@alexandrakrafchek3771]

You’re truly one of my biggest role models in the hair industry 🙌🏼💕 love your story and your work so so much

[@healingvshurttarot]

Part 2 yes yes ... this is so encouraging!!!

[@hnanotara]

You have succeeded because you are amazingly HUMBLE! I’ve been watching you from the beginning and have seriously learned more from you then anyone. I attended your class in Orlando and you are amazing! I’m so glad you did not quit because of the inspiration you have given me as well as everyone else who has learned from you!

[@justjessiiii]

Aww THANK YOU!!!! That means the world to me!

[@laurenfabiero8671]

After having such a dark week with all these tragic deaths this is such a ray of sunshine thank you for posting this. You should be extremely proud of yourself you also should know how much of an impact you made on so many people including myself. I’ve told you before but I’ve only been doing hair for about a year and I swear on some of my hardest days I’ll drive home and put on your KZbin videos and just listen to what you have to say because you are inspiring kind and uplifting so thank you for that and thank you for always being so real and transparent with your followers. we love you!! See you in Arizona couple months!

[@natallietorres9912]

Can you do a video talking about how you started a product line/hair business? Also how you built your salon top to bottom in detail with pricing all of that fun stuff! You are my inspiration literally!

[@juliekozlowski4902]

You're quite the lady. Good for you for your dignity, your grace your Humility and your humbleness. Stay strong and stay focused. Find the time for you. You are truly blessed. The hair industry is a dog eat dog business and allot of back stabbing but you've risen above in and you're truly blessed by God to have such a strong supporting family. Congratulations!!!!

[@Jacklynnsparks]

I am so happy you believed in your self. Follow your dreams

[@user-nr3dl1hg4c]

Well You Definitely Showed Them. I’m So Proud Of You And This Is My First Time Looking Into Your Videos... I Am A Hairstylist In Training At Aveda. I’m Happy I Found Motivation In Your Video. Thank You.

[@londonramsey9373]

(Besides the opening my own salon) i have some what a similar story (the bullying and the lack of confidence and working in a negative environment) couldn’t be happier with my life now and where I’m at! I work at a little salon in Indiana called Vista Belle Salon, we all follow you and all learn so much from your videos and we LOVE your extensions and are proud to carry your name around! ❤️

[@hbstephanieparker1996]

Thank you for sharing your stories. I love how open, graceful and honest you are. It’s honestly so refreshing to see and hear. You show that this game can be tough and that it can bring you down, but your success speaks volumes in what you can achieve with hard work, a good team and determination 💗🙌🏽 keep being you!!

[@justjessiiii]

HB Stephanie Parker thank you!!!!❤️❤️

[@rileygallagher438]

I drool over all your videos!!! You are exactly why I am in this industry. I can tell you have such a huge heart, you're so kind and so talented!! I seriously can't wait to graduate (300 more hours to go!! Woooohoo!) I admire you so much!

[@katieharvey6540]

I cannot thank you enough for this video... Seriously, thank you. I recently went out on a limb and quit a salon I worked for for the past 4 years to start renting my own place. I too was bullied for my beliefs and nuetrality and had to move on. I'm so excited and yet so incredibly nervous to start my own small business. This has encouraged me so so much to just dive in and go for it. Just what I needed to hear as I'm going through the stress and nerves of the unknown. Thank you!! 😭😭

[@auroraveltre5739]

I am in the same position now I was being bullied and passed up on opportunities because I stood up for myself.. I know exactly what you went through I’m going through it right now. You videos help me thank you for sharing your story, it shows I’m not the only one going through somthing like this.

[@bluetech1122]

I have been doing hair for 27 year and I still learn a lot from you, thank you kiddo.

[@karissanitsche5601]

Love your story girl....proud of you! And now you are teaching classes!!!!! And I'm going hahah! So inspiring

[@alinafraticiu1452]

YOU are My model! Such a sweeethart! I’m rewatching your videos, thinking I want to open a salon for years now, but I am still afraid. Love you so much

[@SamanthaNevaeh]

Jessi, can you do a video on tips/checklist on how to start a hair extension company?

[@MrKiaramoss1]

YAAASSSS DO A PART TWO!!! I absolutely loved this! Thank you so much!

[@kenleighgibney2064]

I would love to see a video from you on owning a salon the ins and outs! The ins and outs of what you have learned so far! Also finding the right team to make your salon the best it can be!

[@peytong5961]

I found your channel for one day and I love you already. So inspirational and real. & Yes please an in depth video of salon ownership and all that comes with it!!

[@deboravargas10]

Jessi I freaking love you! So happy you turned that really sour time into something so incredibly sweet! I can't believe we all survived LOL you're amazing!

[@justjessiiii]

LOVE YOU GIRL!!! haha we made it! thank you!!! Miss you!

[@briannahargus4115]

I’m a newly licensed cosmetologist and I’m feeling that sense of anxiousness with growing clients and being successful. I can say I do believe in myself! I would love to see a video on how to start out in this industry! I plan to own my own salon one day or even my own brand so I think it would be so helpful. I love videos like this and thank you for giving me some more inspiration to keep going in this industry 💕✨

[@moniquesmith8996]

I’m so happy I came across your channel!

[@Rockii04]

Yes please!!!!!!! I’d love that education on how to startup a salon! Please and thank you!!

[@jadepackard9448]

💖 so happy for you. I found you through the person who was so cruel to you and I’ve loved and supported you ever since!! It only made me feel sad for her!! You go girl 👊🏼 Your way to turn negativity into motivation will take you so far always!! 💖

[@justjessiiii]

Jade Kirkbride aw thank you!!!! Your so sweet!💓

[@stephsedl]

you’re so inspirational, you’ve inspired me to follow my dreams and not care what anyone thinks! i love you you’re awesome and thank you for sharing your story!!

[@allitaylor7568]

Such a weird thing to say but it’s nice to hear/read that other stylists have been bullied at salons. A salon I finally decided to leave drove me to wanting to quit hair over all. But I am now at a new place and the clients, stylists, and owners are beyond AMAZING!

[@jesschavez6197]

Mandisuesalon

[@alyssamayhair5598]

Alli Taylor same here! I thought I was alone

[@haileynesta7134]

Congratulations girl ! Never give up on your dreams . Hope the best for your and your company!

[@style6744]

I think those of us that have watched you from the start know who did this to you. It is very disheartening. There is no excuse for this behavior, it can truly devastate a person. I give you so much credit for your strength and determination to push through and become this amazing successful hairstylist and business owner. You’re beautiful, talented and such an inspiration! Thanks so much for sharing your story.

[@justjessiiii]

Thank you thank you!!!!💓💓💓

[@courtneymckee8880]

You have such a great perspective! Way to take the high road and prove everyone wrong who doubted you. You are such a talented stylist! I have learned so much from you and can’t wait to take one of your up coming classes here in Utah!

[@user-ep3fo5vw1v]

I love your channel! I am starting a hairdressing program in school in a year, and I am so inspired by you, and you're just awesome at what you do! I would love to see the faces of the people who told you that you should stop doing hair, seeing where you are now.

[@kellyingvalson2442]

You’re such a doll Jessi and I’ve loved following you for the past few years! I’ve been following you since before you were at the previous Salon, and as soon as you started KZbin watched every video since. I’ve always admired how humble, genuine, kind, and authentic you are. That is RARE. I understand why you experienced what you did - as I have too. You are beautiful from the inside out, you are passionate, kind, driven - all of those things are seen as threats to those who have their own insecurities and pain - but by showing grace and kindness to someone who caused you pain, you did the right thing that will go so much further than any success. God is so good and faithful - and I can see He has blessed you for being obedient. Can’t wait to meet you one day, chica! -Kelly Ingvalson (@hairbykellyingvalson) 💕

[@thelston554]

I just want to say thank you! You’re such an inspiration. I am a new stylist starting out In the salon world, slowly building my own business and brand and there are so many days that I feel like giving up. You just help me remind myself to keep pushing on and continue trying to do my best. So thank you. Btw I have learned so many new things from your videos that I apply in my daily work and it has really helped me become a better stylist. Good luck with future endeavors. And thanks for being on KZbin :) glad I found your channel

[@dariancity682]

Very inspirational! I love your story and how you just had the guts to take chances on yourself! Go girl!

[@emilymarieschoettle]

I would love to see some videos on salon ownership! 🙌🏼

[@justjessiiii]

I will definitely do that!

[@zac4400]

Wow amazing story . Love it 😍 🥳

[@sandrabarreto265]

You are such an inspiration, your story has helped me so much. You are a great stylist and a great educator, thanks for sharing you knowledge with us! I’m from Puerto Rico and would love to go to your workshops.

[@shelbyhenkebeauty]

Yessss part two plzzzz!!!!!

[@lorenaaguirre]

Omg thank you for this you have no idea how much I wanted to cry watching this I love everything about this !

[@nikole219]

Congratulations on your success !! Absolutely love your videos and encouragement.

[@dr.julianataylor4312]

Love you girl! You are an inspiration~

[@gabybowling1547]

Ugh this is incredible! Your so inspiring. I’ve been watching you since the beginning and I hope and pray to open a salon one day too! Your incredible Jessi! Keep on keepin on!!! ❤️

[@ritaortiz7720]

Such a good story!! I've been a stylist for almost 9 years now and have been at the same place my entire career. Is September I'm about to make a change of company and I'm so nervous but honestly super excited. More so because I'm going to learn so so much more than where I was AND I get to finally work with Redken again!!! 🤗 congrats on your success and job well done

[@meghanmoran323]

Love this video. It’s so authentic and inspiring. I would love to have a video that touches on what you mentioned at the end on opening and managing a Salon. With all of the fees and expenses, taxes etc Thank you so much!

[@fabulou5]

You’re amazing at what you do! ... and that new hair color on you!!!! Loving it!!! Much love and success... xoxo 💋

[@christiklein2595]

I love your videos and your story!! Your such an inspiration to me as a new stylist!! I’d love to watch part 2☺️

[@saracastanes2574]

Thank you for sharing your story! I keep up with my license and do hair at home for some family and friends, work part time for a beauty supply company, will soon be a mostly stay at home mom, and I want to tell you what your channel has done for me. It not only has been a wellspring of information keeping me up to date on color techniques and formulations, but it has reignited my passion in hair. I had a horrible experience after working in a salon for two years and ever since I've stayed away from salons and doing much hair despite it previously being my drive to get up in the morning. I had a similar experience to you it sounds, and it crushed me. Your videos have encouraged me to put myself out there more, and perfect my techniques on my few clients that I take, and now I do hair for fun as opposed to those icky feelings I used to get right after leaving that salon. I'm hoping once my baby is old enough to reenter the field with new confidence! Thank you for putting out educational, fun, and beautiful content. You truly speak one everyone's level and have such a genuine, kind way about you.

[@LaceyElizabeth]

Aww love this so much Jessie! You are my inspiration. I started watching your videos in beauty school and I have taken and ran with your toning, blonding, styling and social media tips and I am now booked out 2-3 weeks ahead and I have only been working in a salon for a few months! I am coming to your Seattle/Portland class in september and i am so excited to meet you. I hope to one day open my own salon like you. and i am DETERMINED to do it!!! xoxo love you jessie

[@chiogirl1872]

Your story is so relatable and so inspiring. Congratulations on your sucess and not giving up on yourself. Love your work keep inspiring 💓👌👍

[@kamaya_444]

You gave me hope again. In tears..Thank you ! 🙏

[@theresacarmody8363]

Hi Jessi! I just started watching your videos and they have been honestly so inspiring. It has made me so excited for cos school. I have loved hair and cosmetics my entire life and always wanted to go to cosmetology school. I'm obsessed with color and extensions and really want to specialize in them. I am seriously so excited to finish school and be able to continue my education. Taking classes and learning new techniques is what I'm most excited for you your classes are first on my list. ANYWAYS. I have been feeling discouraged lately because my parents made me go to college to get a degree but all I want to do is hair. I only have 1.5 years of college left but I just want to leave now and start school. I will be 22 by the time I'm able to start cos school and I feel like I'm going to be so behind. I just want to get my life started and pursue my dreams but I feel like everyone starts younger than me. Any advice? love you!!

[@jesseniacarranza9399]

Ugh just recently found you girl! And I love your videos, I want to be a hairstylist so badly and you encourage me to go for it !

[@jackquelinetaylor6035]

We love you!!

[@haleybays9583]

Yes! Do part two!! Love your story ❤️❤️

[@adriana__moser]

I love that video!! Thanks for sharing your story.. I'm sure you inspire a lot of people!!

[@Markofitch]

Glad you made this video, I am in the middle of a similar situation and i think i just need to find my happy place doing hair .. and not give up until i do :)

[@meagwilson]

Please do the next video you talked about! I love your channel and your Instagram 🙌🏻 I look up to you so much as a stylist! 💗

[@justjessiiii]

I will! Thank you!!

[@taniselanaecreations]

You and your story are a wonderful inspiration! Thank You!!!

[@karlielewis9941]

No words❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ love you girl!

[@juliekim9955]

Thank you for sharing your experience! You are such a sweet person!

[@thecraftyhairdressercardsa205]

That other salon owner must’ve felt threatened by your talent because your work is amazing . I always look forward to one of your videos , you are very inspiring and by sharing your story it gives others hope. I wish you well in all your new ventures.

[@justjessiiii]

sandra robinson thank you so much!!

[@TheDolldonna]

Jessi, Thank you so much for posting this! I hope to open a family business someday, and your story is very encouraging! Though I'm not a hairstylist or in the cosmetology profession, I am fascinated by, and really enjoy, watching your videos!! xoxoxo Donna

[@saidytorres-silva7697]

OMG what is your hair formula! I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE rose gold

[@Blendsations]

you have such an amazing story and you are so inspiring !!

[@withloveladynaomi]

I simply adore you and your journey! I would love to know how to start a hair extension line. Please make a video! My biggest problem is finding a wonderful supplier.

[@Clarisse-Luke]

PLEASEEE do a video on how to start your own hair extension brand

[@SierraElaine]

How old were you when you bought the first salon

[@moreliabautista2590]

thank you for sharing your story, you are awesome. do part 2 please.

[@chantelgl9]

Wow you made me so happy for you , get it girl!

[@lorenaaguirre]

Yes I want to know everything about the taxes ! And the very detailed parts of opening a business

[@chastitylynnlanting]

Yes! Would love part 2!!

[@benjh1989]

I feel like I can maybe guess who you are referring too. Your videos are great and I find you so such and inspirational this video is bit of an eye opener too. As a new stylist myself just starting out I understand how important building your confidence is and people putting you down is the worst thing someone can ever do when you are new to hair. They must have seen you as a threat and was jealous of you. Thank you for your videos and I love learning from you. Shame in on the UK as I would love to attend one of your classes. Keep doing what you do you will be amazing and will go even further xx

[@justjessiiii]

Ben Jerrard aw thank you so much!!😘

[@SiddddJ]

You should make a video about tips for newly hairstylists who are barely starting out in this industry

[@lengcruz5025]

Your such an inspiration 😘

[@kennedyphelps435]

thank you for sharing your story, you are so talented and so inspiring 💓

[@justjessiiii]

Thank you so much!!

[@shelbyjolene6163]

Loved this video!💕 Sooo happy for you!!

[@justjessiiii]

Thanks girl!!!

[@bluetech1122]

You are wonderful, gracious and beautiful inside as a stylist. Keep up the good work.

[@justjessiiii]

THANK YOU!!

[@stephanienethery9568]

Hi there How can i get information on your extensions classes? Do you do online classes? I am interested in learning about beaded row extension training

[@avrielnewton6694]

yesss would love part two !

[@sasham15]

Great video! I’d love a part 2. ❤️