Meet Angie Yoh | Hair Stylist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Angie Yoh and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Angie, we’d love to hear about how you approach risk and risk-taking
I was born the fourth of nine children in my hometown of Bouna, Ivory Coast. Coming from such a large household meant I had to grow up quick and adopt responsibility for myself and my younger siblings. I moved to the city Abidjan when I was eleven years old. Up till that point no other decision had been of such gargantuan relevance or implication in my life. It was one of the most difficult decisions that I had to make. The homesickness I suffered was insurmountable. Most nights I woke up yearning for home, to be with my siblings and for the comfort of my bed. As time went on, the fear began fading until I wasn’t afraid anymore. I had learnt that the fear never really leaves, but you get stronger to deal with it. Many years later and I am at a crossroads, quitting my job and starting my own business or staying as is. It wasn’t an easy decision, the risks of starting businesses are high and the journey definitely hasn’t been easy. However, I have come to realize that the danger of risks never fade, but the danger of not ceasing the opportunity is most terrifying. I have come to associate risk with opportunities. Of course I have to properly assess each situation I am getting into, just like with anything in life. If you are unwilling or not ready to take risks, you cannot take the steps necessary to move forward. It has been a few months since I left my job to open my business, although it has not been a problem free ride, it is teaching me and I am learning and evolving everyday.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
At the age of sixteen was the first time I had a client pay for my hairstyling service, needless to say I was ecstatic. I would not say it was the career that I have always envisioned for myself. However, I did realize that I had a talent for it. I don’t know why but I was able get a hang and an affinity for it quickly. After I had left Ivory Coast, I began working with a hair braiding salons here in California before choosing to start my own. It definitely has not been easy. It is a risk, but I do believe that I have what it takes, and I take pride in my craft just like an artist prides themselves with their pieces. I have come to value the importance of always putting my best foot forward. There is only one chance to make a good first impression on a person. Be it clients or colleagues alike, the service business relies on hospitality and understanding the demands and being able to satiate them.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I have many people that have been instrumental in my life. Narrowing it down to a singe person is a difficult task , however, I would like to shout out to my partner. I am thankful for having unrelenting support and belief all around me. There have been times I have felt the stress and woes of entrepreneurship, having someone by me side ready to take the journey stride by stride has been amazing. He has help to keep me grounded and motivated through the toughest times, I look forward to the future

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