Description
A comprehensive and detailed manual on how to become the top personal stylist in your city…
I was an instructor for the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising for over 10 years. Many of my students aspired to build a styling career but always struggled to build a name and a brand… none the less run a profitable business. What Vanessa has built is a bible for aspiring stylists. It is remarkable that she is practically giving away this content. Some people pay $80,000 to get a two year degree and don’t even receive this level of guidance. If you want to become a successful stylist and run a profitable business… this is a must read.
– Felena Hanson
Tatiana Lotufo (verified owner) –
Vanessa, I know we met ages ago through Felena. Despite the fact we never kept in direct touch, I always followed you on FB and IG and always been a fan of your authentic style as a person and a successful professional. I bought your book because being a stylist has been a dream for over 15 years but my corporate career and financial commitments never allowed me to dream I could do it. Then Covid hit and I lose my job as a VP of Sales for a large corporate event planning company. I started searching for hobbies and activities while on unemployment and suddenly I have on my lap the opportunity to help an acquaintance to update her wardrobe and refresh her style. I literally downloaded your book the day I was supposed to meet her for a consultation! The information you provided ( granted 60 minutes prior to my meeting so I only glanced at a few things ) made the world of difference in my confidence! I wanted to thank you for being open to share what you know. As a business person, I had a good idea of all the steps I needed to take but your insight was invaluable. You inspired me to do something I never thought I would. However, I’m still keeping another sales/marketing consulting business going for now… Anyways, you deserve all the success and hope our paths cross again in the future! Thank you!
Rebecca Bamberger –
Straight-forward, kind, and TANGIBLE advice is what Vanessa’s book is all about! I have read hundreds of business books, and I rarely find a book with real, how-to advice that you can apply today, right now, for your specific career aim. Even more rare: this book is beautifully designed and digitally friendly meaning it is not only a wonderful book on the eyes, but every website, referral, or resource mentioned is a click away right from the book’s pages. Way to go, Vanessa. This is a hugely needed resource in the world of styling!
Chelsea Howard-Hansen (verified owner) –
Loving all the down to the nitty gritty information and clickable links. I was beyond impressed with the simplicity of her guidance for not so simple tasks, and the immense knowledge jam packed into each carefully crafted page. I feel like this is cheating. So easy for whoever wants to dive right in! Would definitely recommend!
Gwendolyn Valiente –
I was excited to read your book about becoming a personal stylist! A couple of chapters into the book, I realized this book could be used as a day to day manual for creating and running almost any small business! While incredibly in depth details for creating and running a business as a stylist, the business advice is usable for ANY business. The detail are step by step and easy to follow – you have done all leg work and all one has to do is follow the instructions. I highly recommend this book to any one starting any kind of business!
Miranda St John (verified owner) –
Just read the book and love it! So much real information! Best business guide I’ve read. I like how you have simplified business organization, and the real life experience you base everything on. So much more information and tips than I expected. I’m definitely recommending this book!
Felena Hanson (verified owner) –
I was an instructor for the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising for over 10 years. Many of my students aspired to build a styling career but always struggled to build a name and a brand… none the less run a profitable business. What Vanessa has built is a bible for aspiring stylists. It is remarkable that she is practically giving away this content. Some people pay $80,000 to get a two year degree and don’t even receive this level of guidance.
If you want to become a successful stylist and run a profitable business… this is a must read.
Patrick Kenger –
After being in the industry for over five years now, I can tell you becoming a personal stylist can be a tough road. It’s a smaller industry that can feel hard to break into. Vanessa’s book is what I wish I had when starting out.
There are so many things you need to consider beyond the clothing and the styling like how to structure your business, how to handle payment, how to increase and retain your business, etc. These are usually overlooked by other training programs.
Vanessa will give you a solid foundation to build your business. Whether you’re just starting out or another veteran stylist, you’ll get something from this book.
Kimberly (verified owner) –
A great source of information for all aspects of personal styling as well as the business and administrative side. The information is well written and easy to digest.
Robin Dayley (verified owner) –
This book isn’t just for stylists, it’s actually an amazing tool for anyone starting their own small business. The book is packed with real information I wish I had known when starting my business years ago, and even a few things that were really helpful now. I love Vanessa’s honesty and her witty writing style. Her guide is as close to a stylist business shortcut as you are likely to get anywhere.
Allison Latham-Jones –
As a personal stylist for the past 5 years, I found this book incredibly helpful – especially the nitty gritty about taxes and finances! I’ve already begun using some of Vanessa’s templates and have found the book just super useful. I would definitely recommend this book to other stylists or small business owners doing similar consulting.
erica crawley (verified owner) –
Loved this book for I was able to get questions answered that I’ve pondering when it comes to finances! I’ve been using the templates, contracts and adhered to the recommendation of hourly rate instead of packages. I’ve taken a personal stylist course before but it was not to this level at all especially when it came to transparency and her actual process and for that I say thank you!!!
Keep em looking good ladies!