In today’s episode, we are featuring the youngest entrepreneur so far on the Grounded and Growing Podcast and her name is Blaze Lloyd, owner and CEO of Lashiivo in Saskatchewan, Canada! Blaze began her entrepreneurial journey at the age of 16 when she decided to become a lash artist after getting her lashes done for her birthday. During this time, she balanced being a high school student while building her business by working early mornings and late nights, putting in the work and making absolutely no excuses. 

 

One of the many things that I really love about this episode is how on multiple occasions, Blaze explains how she used the money that she saved, and invested it into growing her business, as opposed to just spending it on something with short term benefits. The message that she sends with these kinds of decisions is one that I believe we can all learn from, which is to focus on and base your actions on your long term goals, and you can reap the benefits of having anything you desire. 

 

Now just 3 short years later of grinding, saving and reinvesting in herself and her business, Blaze went from trading time for money by providing services, to now having a store front, a product line and a whole team working with her to grow her company! Although her quick success may seem unconventional to some, Blaze explains how her mindset to block out anything that is not conducive to her success has allowed her to keep growing despite what others may think. I believe that Blaze is an amazing example of what true hard work, dedication and self belief can manifest in your life. Tune into this episode to hear more about Blaze’s journey and what more is to come from her and her company Lashiivo!

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