Hennapreneur

What if I were to tell you that seeking rejection is actually a powerful tool for generating more revenue in your business? Didn't see that one coming? Stick with me, hennapreneurs! Today, I'm sharing why collecting no's is your way to making more money. [00:00] Intro [01:05] Fear of Rejection is Stopping Your Bag [03:47] The Two Types of Rejection That Business Owners Experience [06:38] Conversio...

How do I charge for my services? This is one of the biggest hangups for henna artists who hope to make the move into monetizing their services. Today, I'm sharing why I teach my students to charge by time, not by piece. [00:00] Intro [01:03] Why I Strongly Believe in Charging By Time, Not Per Piece [04:06] Charging by Piece Constrains Your Creative Genius [06:38] Charging By Time Can Positively Af...

Money can really be a touchy subject, y'all. Like, when it comes to money, there's a whole lot of baggage and nuance and implication. You know, when we talk about money, there's this air of  "don't say this" or "don't say that" because you may be perceived as being rude or boastful or low class, or my least favorite is wasteful. Like, that's just so filled with judgment. Today I'm sharing abo...

Recently, a friend reached out to me with a quote credited to James Humes, which says, “ Every time you speak, you’re auditioning for leadership. ”  “It reminded me of you,” she said. “You’re leading in ways that you probably don’t even see yet, and I want you to know that I’m proud of you.”  Now, of course, that meant something to me, and it reminded me of an exchange I had with a woman...

As henna artists, we're so used to adding essential oils that many of us, whether knowingly or unknowingly, approach essential oils like we would approach sugar or what tea to use in our paste or whatever, and look, using essential oils inside of our henna paste is certainly one of the ways that you can produce rich stains for your clients, but you can't overlook what these products are. An essent...

You are an amazing hennapreneur. You value your clients’ experience. You pay attention to every little detail in their designs. You've worked really hard to build a reputation around your business that you're proud of. So when you receive negative feedback from a client, you start to feel that sinking feeling in your stomach. Now what? Well, that's what we're chatting about today. [00:00] Today’s...

You know, sometimes, in an effort to reach perfection, we can make things difficult for ourselves. The challenge with this is that because our intentions are in the right place, we often don't even realize the error in our ways. Today I'm highlighting a common mistake that artists make and explaining how, if you're guilty of this, you may be losing more money than you'd ever considered. [01:14] Wh...

While journaling about my intentions for 2021 and reflecting on a decade of being in business, I came to further clarity about the culture around work that I want to cultivate for myself, as well as the legacy that I want to leave behind. As a self-describing workaholic, I've been advising others to prioritize self-care, self-sustenance, and self-celebration in their lives, but I haven't been doin...

Today, I'm sharing something that happened last summer with you all. I decided to push myself outside of my comfort zone and strive to become a better version of myself and let me tell you, that definitely happened! I turned my household upside down in the absolute best way and came out of that summer with some juicy realizations that I hope can inspire you and help you step onto the road to becom...

I often hear from henna artists who struggle with creating henna designs on the fly. So, today I want to share 3 tips with you that will make doing freestyle henna so, so much easier and also allow you to respect the time you’ve allotted for each session! [02:12] Why I Have My Clients Ask For What They Want [04:59] Why You Need to be Having Candid Conversations With Your Clients [08:00] Creating a...

To be honest, I felt some real hesitation when I decided to record this episode. It's not that I'm averse to speaking about mental health issues, but to do so on a platform where your voice echoes in someone else's ears and you don't have the opportunity to read their face or perceive their reaction felt a little bit daunting. But you guys know me, I believe in doing the things that scare us, and...

Many times henna artists struggle with creating strong brand presences for their businesses, either due to not knowing how or not understanding the importance of the same. In this episode, I'm sharing exactly what branding is, why it matters to you as a henna artist, and three weighty benefits of having consistent branding to maximize your business' recognition in the market, credibility, and prof...

I hear it time and time again: "Chelsea, if I say that I specialize in this type of work, then I'll be cutting out the rest of the market. No one will hire me for that that of work, even though I do that, too." Fear. The fear of turning away clients because you've put a stake in the ground regarding what you want to be known for is super common. (And it's also a commonly made mistake in terms of b...

Are you struggling to find clients who value you and your work in the way that you deserve? In this week’s episode, I’m highlighting a very common mistake that henna artists often make in their brand positioning -- making them a magnet for poor quality client experiences -- and sharing about the shifts that you can make in how your business is presented to attract higher quality clients right away...

Happy 2020, hennapreneurs! I’m thrilled to welcome the new year with you! Recently, I’ve been having lots of conversation with henna artists around the world about their business goals for 2020 (and what challenges they may suspect stand in their way). A common theme has appeared across the board: collectively, they shared that they are lacking confidence in their art and/or in their ability to ru...

It was when I heard her say, "I'm just a festival artist..." that I felt my heart sink. And it's not the first time that I've heard comments like these. Over the years I've worked in this industry, I've heard many artists classify themselves as being "just" this or that type of artist - and never has this been said with confidence or an air of accomplishment. Honestly, I'd like to see this change....

As a homeschooler, I'm constantly reading this or that book to share with the kids. Recently I found myself knee deep in Aesop's Fables, and I came across a short story about a fox and a toad that made me think of the henna community. While I won't spoil the story for you here in the show notes, I will say this: there are plenty of quack toads out there who would be more than happy to give you bad...

Last week during a live Ask Me Anything session on Facebook, I made the mistake of saying that we were in the month of February (versus the very cold November that we're actually experiencing at the moment). What can I say?! My mind is already full of excitement and anticipation for the new year! In today's episode, I'm getting personal with you about the intentions that I'm setting for the new ye...

"I want to stand out from the other henna artists in my area, but I have no idea how." I hear it a LOT, and from artists all over the world.  So in today's episode, I'm talking to you about one small shift that you can make in your business to begin to set yourself apart: specializing. I know it might sound scary to focus all of your attention on a single service type, but this is the beginni...

I had the pleasure of spending the past weekend in the company of over 50 henna artists, and during that time, I was included in many conversations regarding the use of contracts with clients - and more specifically, the acceptance of deposits alongside of those agreements. In today's episode, I'm sharing with you how accepting "deposits" could actually be placing your time, money, and business at...

“Summer is over, so no one is booking henna appointments anymore. Once festival season ends, my business goes on hold. Nobody is wearing henna in the winter time - it’s too cold for that.” Y’all, I’m calling foul. In this episode, I’m breaking down why the weather isn’t to blame for why you aren’t booking clients in the winter months, and inviting you to troubleshoot the gaps in your business so t...

 Hey hennapreneurs! Today, I am bringing it back to the basics with a special episode just for those new hennapreneurs who are wanting to get started in their business, but who realize that there's something important they need to learn: how to prepare henna paste. In this episode we're diving into some of the intricacies of creating the best natural henna paste possible for your clients - in...

As the end of the year approaches and I work through the final portions of the Accelerator program with some phenomenal hennapreneurs, I've been doing a lot of reflecting on the lessons that I've learned as a henna professional. In this episode, I'm sharing ten pieces of advice that I wish I could go back and give to myself in the earlier years of my business. From addressing my belief systems abo...

I believe that the biggest challenge that faces us as business owners isn't the business itself - it's our mindset. In this episode, I'm talking all about the power of our mind and asking you the hard question: Is self-doubt standing between you and success? [01:25] The insightful meeting I had with other business owners that inspired this episode [02:30] The rich, juicy, and inspiring quote that...

I get it. You're wearing all the hats, juggling all the tasks, and doing all the things to keep your henna business running. If you're anything like me, you're doing much of that while also on the go. That's where this episode comes in full force. Today I'm sharing five of my favorite apps for running your henna business. These apps range from customer service to photo editing to organization and...