We were lucky to catch up with Meiliana Sexton recently and have shared our conversation below.
Alright, Meiliana thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Can you talk to us about a risk you’ve taken – walk us through the story?
As an entrepreneur I feel every step i take is a risk. However, the reward always out weights the fear. I truly believe I bring the highest quality service for my clients, the feedback I received drives me to be at my best at all times. When i branched out on my own, it ways without a doubt one of the scariest thing ive done. However, to think if i would have let the fear and anxiety win. I would be missing out on all the blessings that is my life today. I have the best clients, amazing employees and a sense of fulfillment beyond my wildest dreams.
Meiliana, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
Lash and Brow Beauty Lounge is a beauty artistry in South Austin, TX dedicated exclusively to lash extensions, microblading and beauty service. Offering various customizable lash styles and specializing in mega volume lashes that last longer. I try to stay below market value because I don’t think you should break the bank. This treatment is addictive and high maintenance. I also want to make my place like home, receive your treatment, talk and share our story. And Honestly about anything. If you are happy and we all happy 😉
My heart is full when I watch a client look in the mirror, smile, and exclaim, “Wow!”
What’s been the best source of new clients for you?
I’ve been fortunate enough to have a few highly followed clients. Im so busy with clients all day, I’m a mother of a little boy and currently taking care of my elderly parents. I have a hard time staying on top of social media at times. So for me, the best source has been good old fashioned word of mouth. My clients who are well known online however have really helped me tremendously to reach a wider audience, bringing new clients. Thank you so much ladies for all the kind words, it really means the world to me.
Have you ever had to pivot?
To be honest, it was hard for me to get to where I am at today. Long story short, I moved to Austin about six years ago with my ex-fiancé. I didn’t have anyone I knew here. I was working two jobs in eyelash industry to build my clientele. All of my clients loved me. I did my client’s lashes in my apartment. After a year and half working in the company. I was unsure at the time if I could branch out on my own. I rented a small room at a therapist office. I worked my a** off Monday-Sunday long hours everyday. New clients keep coming from word of mouth. I decided to move to a bigger space and hired more girls. Suddenly, I became pregnant. I was happy, but in the meantime why now? Thank God. I had a good pregnancy. I never stop working until the due date. Something happened in the shop. I had to go back to work a week after I had my baby. I can’t stop working. I love what I do and I don’t want to lose all of my clients. I am so grateful my parents came here to help with my son. Not long ago, after I had my baby. My ex-fiancé got sick. I’ve grown as a woman, a mom and as a business owner. I had to learn how to balance God, work, family time and personal time for myself. No matter what obstacles I’ve faced, I’ve overcome them. Until now, I never stop working and still planning to make it bigger.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.lashesandbrowes.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lashesandbrowes/