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Intrepid Entrepreneur thrives in the health and beauty industry

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By AVV

30 July 2024


PENAMPANG: An intrepid entrepreneur requires to be action-oriented, flexible, inspiration and creative as they understand that waiting for this to happen is not a recipe for success. Intrepid entrepreneurs are not afraid to take action and make decisions. Waiting for things to happen is not a recipe for success.


” They should possess good decision-making skills. They need to be able to analyze situations, weigh the pros and cons, and make informed choices. Effective communication is crucial for entrepreneurs. They need to be able to clearly convey their vision, goals, and ideas to others, including team members, and customers.”


That is exactly what entrepreneur Stella Matuya, 52, shared as she related her journey into entrepreneurism. She said it was not an easy journey but she was glad that she made it despite the challenges.


She was a determined and ambitious young woman,  who embarked on an incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a thriving entrepreneur. Born and raised in a small village, in Ulu Kimanis Papar, Stella always dreamt to be self-sufficient by having her own business, with a specific focus on beauty and health.

Stella

“Driven by my passion, I took my first step towards my entrepreneurial dreams by renting a massage bed and a small room from an acquaintance. It was a modest beginning, but I never let that discourage me. Instead, I saw it as an opportunity to prove myself and showcase my skills in the beauty and wellness industry.”


“My service is of course massage. But of course, I tried my hand with everything else including hair care and styling, nails and make up. Every opportunity I had, I seized, without hesitating, because I believe that honing one’s skills and learning new ones that is of interest is how one can keep up with evolving trends.”


From the moment Stella started her business, she dedicated herself wholeheartedly. Despite facing numerous hardships and financial difficulties, she remained resilient and determined to make ends meet. Stella understood that success doesn't come easily; it requires hard work, perseverance, and the willingness to overcome challenges.


As time passed, Stella's reputation grew, and so did her clientele. Her customers admired her passion, attention to detail, and personalised approach to beauty and wellness. Word of mouth spread, and soon, Stella's small room couldn't accommodate the increasing demand for her services.


Determined to take her business to new heights, Stella saved every penny she earned. With unwavering determination and a clear vision in mind, she finally amassed enough funds to purchase a one-story shop. This was a significant milestone in her entrepreneurial journey, signifying her success and the realisation of her dreams.


With her new shop, Stella expanded her offerings, incorporating various beauty and health services under one roof. The one-story shop became a haven for individuals seeking rejuvenation and relaxation.


She had since carried out training in her Excellence Skill Academy where she had trained about 1000 youths, developing specialised skills in the Beauty and Spa industry. According to her, after training the students will usually get jobs, as they get snapped up by spa owners very quickly after graduation. Usually, the course takes six months but it can stretch out to 16 months depending on the course taken. She carried out the training programmes for 16 years.


“I believe some of my students are now operating health spa on their own nowadays and I am glad that I have given them a start in their careers,” she shares.


Some 25 years have gone by and the determined young lady had grown up to be a beautiful woman who still offer all the services she once practiced. Massage is one of her passions that she still practices at her place in Papar Township.


Her specialty is the Osundu Massage translate loosely as magic massage, which according to her is an art of body massage that channels positive energy to customers and activates the seven chakra points in the body.


According to her, the massage which is her own technique relieves stress, eases shoulder tension, helps with numbness, enhances facial radiance, alleviates menstrual cramps, maintains youthfulness, relieves back pain and help in restful sleep.


“Actually, it soothes the entire body, supports mental health, relieves full-body pain and balances body posture, among many others,” she shares adding that the massage can take from one to three hours depending on the client’s physical situation.


Other services available at Stella Beauty Salon and Spa are facial massage, pedicure and manicure, treatment facial, make up and several others beauty and health services.


Stella hopes that young potential entrepreneur out there who are passionate about managing their own business will work hard and persevere, to never give up and not allow one failure to discourage them.


 

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