We love contrarians. We love hearing unique view points and so one of our favorite things to ask folks is for them to tell us something they believe that most people in their industry disagree with. Check out some of those responses below.

Nicole Lier

Most people believe at a certain age you have to stop wearing certain articles of clothing. I was recently told that at the age of 43 I should no longer be dressing like a teenager (I was wearing ripped Levi’s)! I gently reminded my community that age is just a number and we should all wear what makes us feel happy and confident, no matter our age! Read more>>

Simone Arora

In the wedding and elopement industry, we’re told that we can’t have morals. We’re supposed to show up for the day, take pictures, ignore anything that happens throughout the day that’s against what we believe, and leave. I disagree with this sentiment completely. And know that most other photographers out there reading this will be shaking their heads and rolling their eyes! Read more>>

Kishah Langham-Harris

Most people in my industry disagree about virtual staging. I think most stagers feel like it’s a bate and switch because the wow factor has been created online and it’s a big let down in person. I feel totally comfortable with the idea of adding virtual staging to my business options. It’s a great tool to use when you are working with a limited budget, when you have buyers that live in other states or Countries and won’t set foot into the property until after closing. I do believe agents should make sure that they let potential buyers know that the home has been virtually staged in their marketing of the home. I myself have purchased property that I didn’t physically see until days after closing and virtual staging had been applied to the photos. Read more>>

Brittiney Cousin

Something I believe that most people in my industry disagree with is the whole “Suite” over salon standard that’s become more popular due to social media and unrealistic influences. Read more>>

Mel Lim

In a world where biases and preconceived notions often guide our actions, there exists a hidden truth. We are all products of our experiences, beliefs, and the people who surround us. Life has a way of shaping our perspectives, crafting the rules that become our playbook as we journey through it. Our knowledge, accumulated over countless hours, transforms us into veterans, experts in our chosen domains, firmly rooted in our convictions. Read more>>

Veena Sessoms

Most beauty pro disagree with working in a salon . Or look at stylist that does work in a salon as not being successful . But that’s not true at all . You can absolutely be successful at either working in a salon or in a independent suite but they have pros and cons. Working in a independent suite you have more money crossing your hands but you also have more money coming out. So if you don’t market yourself or have systems in place you could be loosing money. You are the service provider, marketing dept, front desk , organizer, bookkeeper, inventory keeper etc. Read more>>

Shirley Kennedy

As a booking agent, I am paid a percentage of the shows that my artist plays. If he plays for a door, the end result can be disappointing, and I refuse to take my percentage. Booking agents never waive their fees, no matter what. I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with that because you’ve done the work, and you deserve to be paid for that work. With me, I become a part of the team with my artist. I feel that we should profit together, and when it happens, we should lose together. My ultimate goal with my artist is to help him become more well known. Once he reaches a certain level, we both realize success, so I look at working with him as an investment. When you invest, you don’t always receive a return. It can be up and down, and that’s the way I look at my business. Read more>>

Mekel Harris

In general, each of us is “trained” to graduate from high school and pursue a linear path to success. Thankfully, my first career as a licensed psychologist fell neatly within that path. However, I always considered myself to be a multi-passionate person, with interests ranging from poetry and songwriting to authorship to speaking. Three years ago, I found myself at a crossroad, debating whether to dive deeper into my psychology practice or explore other career options. It dawned on me that I didn’t need to choose one path and made the decision to pursue licensure as a Tennessee realtor® and continue working in private practice. Since make this decision, I’ve experienced an abundance of wealth and freedom. Read more>>