15. The Hairdresser
Janice Gordon: A Hairdresser and her granddaughter talk
Bring Your Kid To Work · Nicole Lessio
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Show Notes
This is a special episode where I interview my mum, Janice Gordon, and her granddaughter (my kid!) Kate.
About The Guests:
Janice Gordon is a retired hairdresser who spent most of her life making people feel beautiful. She owned her own salon and also worked as a mobile hairdresser, traveling to clients' homes. Janice's most recent job was as a hairdresser in a retirement village, where she enjoyed connecting with the residents and hearing their stories. She is also the mother of Nicole, the host of the podcast.
Kate is Janice's granddaughter and Nicole's daughter. She is 13 years old and currently in grade eight. Kate is passionate about dance and hopes to become a professional dancer in the future. Her favourite dance styles include jazz, contemporary, hip hop, and ballet.
Summary:
In this episode, Nicole interviews her mother, Janice, and her daughter, Kate, about Janice's career as a hairdresser and Kate's aspirations to become a professional dancer. Janice shares her experiences as a hairdresser, from owning her own salon to working in a retirement village. She emphasises the importance of making people feel beautiful and the joy she found in connecting with her clients. Kate discusses her love for dance and her plans to pursue a career in the field. The conversation explores the challenges and rewards of different professions and the importance of following one's passion.
Key Takeaways:
- Janice enjoyed being a hairdresser because she loved making people feel beautiful and valued.
- Kate is passionate about dance and hopes to become a professional dancer, possibly working on a cruise ship.
- Janice's favourite job was working as a hairdresser in a retirement village, where she enjoyed connecting with the residents and hearing their stories.
- Both Janice and Kate emphasise the importance of following one's passion and finding joy in one's work.
Quotes:
- "It's not just about the hair. It's about everything else that goes with it." - Janice
- "I think a good job is something that you're passionate about, that you actually enjoy, and it's not just for the pay." - Kate
- "You've got to have that lovely rapport with people, and I think that makes a difference." - Janice
- "I think you've just got to put your whole heart and soul into it and do a good job. No half jobs." - Janice
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