"You are not born an entrepreneur. It's a skill that you learn along the way."
When the skincare company Rodial launched its cult
'snake' serum, the press quickly called the business an 'overnight
success'. However, Rodial's founder Maria Hatzistefanis had been toiling
for 18 years, building the company from scratch in her bedroom. Now,
the beauty boss sets out to demonstrate in this very accessible book
that its success stemmed from sheer hard work, tireless efforts and a
lot of patience.
Fashion-loving Maria set out with a dream to build a
beauty business and - despite not excelling at school, and being fired
from her first job - she has achieved it. She did it by dreaming big,
working hard, surrounding herself with the best, taking risks, creating
buzz and building her own personal brand, which is now a favourite with
high-profile models and media personalities including Poppy Delevingne,
Daisy Lowe and Kylie Jenner.
Crucially, she believes anyone can do this and her
book, brimming with good sense, great advice, tips and secrets - all
presented in an easy, friendly style - shows how.