Welcome to Episode 87 of the Indie Business Podcast! Today's Indie Story introduces you to Rhonda Walters of RareGlo, in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Rhonda has been in the beauty business for over 40 years. She is a cosmetologist, a hair stylist, a salon owner, and a cosmetics formulator.
And a mom and a long distance runner. And a long distance runner.
Oh, and she recently celebrated her 40th wedding anniversary. I'm sure I am leaving out some highlights. In a word, Rhonda is amazing. When you listen to this episode, you will swear there is a tiny little nuclear reactor living inside of her. She has boundless energy and is a whirlwind of constant, yet focused, motion.
This episode will motivate and inspire you to pursue all of your dreams to the fullest extent. If you are not on fire to make your mark in the world after hearing from Rhonda, then you might want to check for a pulse. Enjoy my interview with Rhonda NOW!
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Episode Show Notes
Here are the topics discussed in this episode, with time stamps to help you find the information that interests you most:
- How Rhonda started Rareglo — kind of on a fluke. (starting at 2:35)
- A bit about Rhonda's hair salon, all 30 years of it. (Also, “building Eiffel towers on heads.”) (starting at 6:07)
- Rhonda's growth as a personal brand. (starting at 9:33)
- Rhonda's career in the travel industry. (starting at 11:00)
- How Rhonda runs her business, and what she wants to change. (starting at 15:50)
- How Rhonda handles her Instagram account and social media in general. (starting at 17:36)
- Rhonda's most popular products: Skin and Hair Butter and 3N1 Shea Mango Butter Bar. (starting at 25:22)
- The future of Rhonda's entrepreneurial endeavors. (starting at 27:35)
- Why Rhonda is not interested in selling her products wholesale. (starting at 28:42)
- Family matters. (starting at 31:17)
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