GLOSS Issue 23 JULY 2015 | Seite 15

manage the company’s day-to-day operations for over five years. My own commitment to personal growth and learning means I’ve had many people in my life who inspire and motivate me. I’ve also been very lucky to have had a range of inspiring and supportive mentors during the company’s evolution to date, and now find myself mentoring others more and more, which I love to do! It has been wonderfully enriching, exchanging insights and knowledge with such a dynamic player in the beauty industry. Ultimately, in putting people employees, peers, colleagues - first, I believe you generate a highly engaged and motivating community that can’t help but create success. It’s about future proofing your business by paying it forward. I DARE PEOPLE TO THINK ‘BLUE SKY’: IT IS POSSIBLE; ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE THAT YOU REALLY PUT YOUR MIND TO AND DIG DEEP FOR. I worked with Kim Morrison to launch her brand, Twenty8 – a range of aromatherapy and skincare products – and it was an invaluable experience for me. It was evident from the beginning that Kim’s energy and enthusiasm for natural skincare echoed my own. Working with others to help them support and develop their businesses is such a joy for me, and in helping others I have learnt so much more about myself. Of course I continue to have tough days, but I learn more and more that often these are about collecting the strength and energy for what comes next. I dare people to think ‘blue sky’: it is possible; anything is possible that you really put your mind to and dig deep for. Fifteen years ago I could never have imagined Sodashi’s global success today. Dare to be a game changer and a thought leader, and don’t be scared to break the rules! Being acknowledged as an “inspiration and mentor” to Zoe Foster Blake on Contact Megan here her journey to launching her own product range was also a great privilege. GLOSS JULY 2015 15