Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in beauty and cosmetics but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Kasia Maldonado, owner of Bridal Artistry by Kasia, located in Pleasantville, NJ, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

Bridal Artistry by Kasia provides makeup artistry and hairstyling, as well as eyelash extensions.

Tell us about yourself

I've worked as a beauty professional for over 12 years. I decided to change my career course in 2010, attending Jolie Health and Beauty Academy to obtain my NJ state esthetics license and began doing makeup.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

Celebrating ten years as a beauty professional was a huge milestone for me!

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

One of the hardest things is dealing with paperwork, legal requirements, and state laws regarding beauty.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

  1. Research - research what is required, what works best, and what doesn't work.
  2. Talk to people - talk to others in your chosen field, the SBA, clients/customers.
  3. Save - save money, customer info, contacts, etc.

Is there anything else you'd like to share?

Keep going, don't give up! If you love it, keep pushing.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.bridalartistrybykasia.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beautifulubridal
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beauty_artistry_by_kasia/

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