Building a Thriving Salon: From Concept to Community Staple with Alexandra Goresh
I am thrilled to welcome my fitness bestie and woman in business baddie Alexandra Goresh Pittampalli who is sharing her pivot with purpose story of an inspiring journey with a major career shift!
Alexandra is the owner of Petaloúda Salon and a Master Stylist.
With over two decades of experience in the salon industry, Alexandra took the leap last year and accomplished her lifelong goal of opening her own salon, Petaloúda, which is located in the heart of Boston’s most sought-after suburb, Brookline, MA.
Petaloúda has quickly become a go-to destination for city and suburban dwellers alike, with clients traveling from states away for their beloved stylists!
We are getting right into the journey of creating a successful salon, exploring everything from the initial concept to the vibrant community it fosters. Let’s get started!
Topics Covered:
(00:00:31) Alexandra on her childhood fascination with hair and how it turned into a career.
(00:02:06) The series of events that led Alexandra to start her own salon.
(00:12:05) Creating a healthy work environment and maintaining balance as an entrepreneur.
(00:16:39) How Alexandra knew she had found the perfect location for her salon and the importance of aligning with your vision.
(00:23:54) The power of manifestation combined with actionable steps to achieve your goals.
(00:25:06) The most surprising aspect of running a business.
(00:40:14) Avoiding burnout and bridging gaps.
(00:49:33) Being genuine both personally and professionally.
(00:54:58) Future goals and Exciting projects for expanding Petaloúda.
(01:01:48) Alexandra’s go-to relaxation methods.
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