Meet Hannah Jones

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Hannah Jones a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hannah , so great to have you with us and we want to jump right into a really important question. In recent years, it’s become so clear that we’re living through a time where so many folks are lacking self-confidence and self-esteem. So, we’d love to hear about your journey and how you developed your self-confidence and self-esteem.

As a child, I was the definition of a natural-born IT GIRL. I looked at myself in every mirror I passed, fully embracing my reflection with confidence. My mother called it conceited, but at six years old, I didn’t see anything wrong with loving myself. I would dress up, choreograph dances to Britney Spears songs, and demand my sister be my backup dancer. I was bold, expressive, and unapologetically myself.

But as I grew, life had its way of humbling me—or so I thought. Teachers left comments like “Great student, talks too much,” which felt like a warning rather than a compliment. Making friends wasn’t always easy; some kids were too cool, others just mean. Slowly, I started dimming my own light, believing that shrinking myself would help me fit in.

By high school, I had mastered the art of blending in. I was a chameleon, molding myself into whatever version of “acceptable” I thought others wanted me to be. That spark—the one that made me feel confident, magnetic, and uniquely *me*—was gone. I no longer felt pretty enough, smart enough, or cool enough to belong. My confidence had hit an all-time low, and the worst part was, I didn’t even realize I had lost it.

It took me well into adulthood to recognize the small jabs and subtle criticisms I had unknowingly absorbed. Words that, over time, chipped away at the unshakable self-love I once had. It wasn’t until I looked in the mirror one day and didn’t recognize the person staring back at me that I had my wake-up call. I wasn’t lost—I had simply buried my true self under years of trying to be less to make others comfortable.

That’s when I made the choice to take my confidence back.

I realized that my happiness had never depended on outside opinions. As a child, I was happy before anyone told me I was too much. That happiness, that spark, was mine all along. It had never truly left me—I had just let others convince me it was something I needed to tone down.

Rebuilding confidence isn’t about becoming someone new; it’s about unlearning the lies you believed about yourself. It’s about remembering who you were before the world told you otherwise. And now, I stand in every mirror again—not seeking validation, but simply loving who I see.

Because I am enough. And I always have been.

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

Master the Art of Luxury Weft Extensions at the PS Wefts Spring Certification

On May 18th, 2025, hairstylists will have the opportunity to elevate their extension skills at the PS Wefts Spring Certification at Pinup Studio. Led by expert educators Hannah Jones (@hothairwithhannah) and Adena Miller (@adenastowebeauty), this hands-on training will cover everything from seamless installation techniques to marketing strategies that attract high-end extension clients.

Attendees will receive a complete PS Wefts tool kit, practice hair, a workbook, and exclusive access to a supportive stylist community. VIP participants will also have the chance to work on a live model and shadow an educator for a day.

With hairstylists being more selective about where they invest in education, this class is designed to provide not just technical skills but also the confidence and business knowledge to grow a thriving extension clientele.

When: May 18th, 2025
Where: Pinup Studio
Time: 10AM-4PM

Spots are limited—secure yours today!

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

Being Authentically you – Being a version of you that you THINK people want isn’t going to bring you your true people.
Be Compassionate- if we all practice compassion the world will ultimately be a more peaceful place.
Find a mentor- find a mentor who inspires you, holds you accountable, and pushes you out of your comfort zone

Okay, so before we go, is there anyone you’d like to shoutout for the role they’ve played in helping you develop the essential skills or overcome challenges along the way?

My mentor & boss Christina Kirky has been the driving factor behind my new found confidence. She believed in me and pushed me to be the leader I am today.

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Image Credits

Cherie Lynn Photography
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