As you all know, one of my objectives for writing this blog, is to inspire you to action; and I love it when I read your comments, or hear them when I meet some of you in person and you tell me how one thing I said inspired you and spurred you to action, it gives me joy.
Today, I'd like to share a story by one person I find remarkable. It goes to show, that every one has potential for greatness in them. You only have to decide weather or not you'd awaken the greatness within you. Read on...
As an undergraduate in the university, I engaged in different business like
buying and selling clothes, making zobo, just to earn some money to augment the
pocket money that never seemed enough. None of these businesses brought
me the kind of joy I experienced when I decided to pursue my passion in makeup.
First I became a Mary Kay rep, I would sell and show students
how to use the products they bought. The joy that beams on their faces was fulfilling,
despite the frustration of running after debtors.
I remember my first bride who happened to have been my friend who was kind
enough to allow me experiment on her face. As I drove out early hours of the
morning around 6am, my car brakes suddenly failed, I ran into a tree off the
road but God saved me, no scratch, I came out and the car was badly damaged. As
the car was being towed home, it was a decisive moment, I had to decide whether to quit or press on. I decided to press on.
That decision was the hard road. After graduating, before going for NYSC I will often question what the future holds. At some point, I got confused, I'm doing free makeup for people, yes I'm pursuing my passion, but for free?!
In January 2009, I finally decided enough is enough, no more non-profit. I enrolled at a makeup school. I remember being happy beyond words! After my training was over, I served my coach 1 full year to learn more about the business.
2010, and harmed with #15,000, I walked into an House of Tara branch and registered as a Beauty Rep. I remember the hope I felt walking out that branch, know that I had something I could really look forward to.
I needed an office and there was no other place to begin than from my
sitting room. With the permission of my husband I began to use the dinning area
of our sitting room.So when everyone had gone out, the kids went to school and
I was left alone, I started work. I had purchased a table and chair, thankfully
I had a laptop to work with. The depression I used to feel when I was home
alone with no skill was replaced with excitement as I began to carry out
research on makeup trends etc.
I am a voracious reader and dreamer like Joseph, I
began to research what was going on the international makeup scene.I wanted to know more beyond what was happening in Nigeria because
even though my sitting room was my office, I saw my self as global business
woman. My present state couldn’t limit my global imaginations. I began Taking
interest in the jobs of international makeup artist.
This year the Face to Face makeup competition was announced and it
was open for international entries. A first look at the requirements, I thought
I wouldn’t qualify, the fear of failure griped me.But after 3 months of looking
at the requirements and encouraging myself in the Lord, and I had a conviction
to go for it. I ignored my fears I summed up courage and applied. I knew
whether I failed or succeeded at the competition It would be a learning platform. Getting
to be picked into the finals for me was a tearful moment when I received the
mail
But faith in place of fear, and courage in the face of the despair, I put in the best of what I had, everything, even what I never thought I had, I put it in, and I won!
From an insecure and depressed housewife I
have become an international celebrated makeup artist, and I'm very grateful. Now even I, can share my story with the world!
I am Love Olaleye, and you just read my story.
You out there reading this, have been telling your story,?
Very inspiring! If you can think it you can achieve it.
ReplyDeleteOh yeah! I am proud to be associated with Love Olaleye. A friend and a motivator• I was actually the first bride she spoke of, back then, though was an experiment, every single person that saw that face marvelled at the transformation• Dear friend u just started watch out and see how much further God will take you• Thank you big time!
ReplyDeleteI am very inspired by your Story Love and thank God you pressed on.
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This is a story I would love to read and hear about over and over again. Love, God isn't done with you yet. The world awaits your fame and prominence. Your friend and makeup colleague,RM.
ReplyDeleteMoved by your experiences Love. There's always a story behind every glory.
ReplyDeleteMay lines continue to fall into right paths for u dear friend & colleague.
Madam Love Olaleye, always very inspiring. Beyond the make-up world, personally she is. I remember that car accident, bt I tought you were being paid. Thank you for encouraging us to dare to dream.and believe.
ReplyDeleteGod's just starting with you yet see how colourful.it is. I can only imagine! Congratulations ma.
Thanks Love you have given me hope I will me you some day. Amanda.
ReplyDeleteThanks Love I will met you someday
ReplyDeletethis is an indeed inspiring story and i will like to re share on my own blog as well
ReplyDeleteYou just inspired me. I have this dream I will make it someday. But procrastination has eaten me deep. I pray God helps me. Though I ve been a Tara beauty rep for years now. I have done a few Bridal makeup. But how do I raise money for a studio? Its been my challenge. Tnx love for ur story. I am getting up.
ReplyDeleteVery inspiring..God bless you for sharing your story..
ReplyDeletewow am motivated
ReplyDeleteVery inspiring, and a well deserved "Well Done" to you.
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