N ot a m e m b e r ? J o i n at a s so c iate d h a i rp rofe s sio n a ls .c o m 3
Spring Into Action
Spring has finally arrived! Time to breathe
in the crisp air and up freshen up your
space, your services, and your perspective.
Shay Dempsey, creative artist for Sebastian
Professional and this issue's cover stylist,
shares what drives his creativity and fuels
his passion. His perspective on social media
and creative inspiration is bold. It made me
sit back and think about my own desire for
admiration and approval. He advises stylists
to "be your own muse—be the influencer"
and "surround yourself with good artists,
good people. Your followers will find you."
Authentic seems to be the buzzword of the
day in marketing circles, but essentially this
is exactly what Dempsey is advising. I'm
going to take his advice to heart and commit
to living each day as my most authentic self,
and I hope you will too. Enjoy the issue.
With passion and peace,
Tracy Donley
Executive Director
Associated Hair Professionals
@tracy.donley
from the ahp executive director
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Influencer
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