I started cosmetology school in 2012 after not being able to figure out what I wanted to do with my life degree-wise. I sort of did it on a whim, honestly. But it really opened up my creative path, giving me a different outlet that could evolve into a career. After getting my cosmetology license in 2013, I had different jobs and different opportunities, where I’ve learned so much about what works and doesn’t work. Read more>>
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