Today we’d like to introduce you to Karinna Fischer
Karinna, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
I’ve been a hairstylist for almost 17 years. I started hair school immediately after graduating from high school in 2008. I built my experience and clientele through 2020, where I branched off from a multi-chair salon to my own salon suite. All Hallows’ Hair Studio will be 5 years old this September, and owning this studio has been the highlight of my career so far.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
I have never fit into a certain mold and hair was my way of truly expressing my creativity. I struggled with finding my place while working in a salon. I had a difficult time fitting in and felt very limited in the art I could create. The environment was very repetitive and lacked the opportunity for growth past a certain point. I had moments throughout my career where drive was diminishing, and I feared the risk of going on my own. Overcoming that fear was a heavy obstacle, but I cannot express how grateful I am for the day that I decided to do it.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
For me, hair is one of our greatest tools of self-expression. When I reveal a color creation to a guest and see that instant boost of confidence ignite within them…*that* is why I do what I do. There are so many things that can hold someone back from trying something new with their hair, whether it be a job, a spouse, or just the fear of how it will look on them. Having the courage to step out of your comfort zone and into the person you’ve always wanted to be can be such a release. I live for creating a look for someone that not only makes them feel beautiful on the outside, but ignites their individuality and confidence on the inside.
Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
Since I’ve been a hairstylist for almost 2 decades, a lot has changed in terms of industry standards. When I was first starting out, we were encouraged to do a little bit of everything. While a well-rounded education is important for building a solid foundation, finding your niche is what will make your work the most impactful. As far as networking, we are now so much more than hairstylists since social media blew up; we now have to be photographers, videographers, therapists, educators, etc. Taking the time to promote your work while remaining authentic is key to attracting the clientele you want.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://allhallowshairstudio.com
- Instagram: https://Instagram.com/allhallowshair
