We were lucky to catch up with Jana Bunge recently and have shared our conversation below.
Jana, so great to have you on the platform and excited to have you share your wisdom with our community today. Communication skills often play a powerful role in our ability to be effective and so we’d love to hear about how you developed your communication skills.
I’ve learned over the years the importance of effective communication! The art of listening, paying close attention to nonverbal cues, body language and tone. Being mindful of my tone of voice and how my message is being received! I believe it’s imperative in work and in life in general -to develop meaningful relationships require effective communication.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
My start in the beauty industry began over three decades ago and has evolved from early experience with major cosmetic lines, to on location hair & makeup for red carpet events, television shows, film, photo shoots to my favorite…weddings!!! I’m honored to be part of the working beauty industry!
Being the daughter of a hairdresser, as a young teen I looked forward to the Saturdays that I could “help out” at dad’s beauty salon. Cleaning brushes, sweeping the floor, answering the phone – I watched and learned first-hand from my father the importance of knowledge, perfecting the craft, and “just plain being kind to people and meeting their needs.” One of my favorite memories of dad was what he said to his clients as he finished up with their hair…” You look like a million dollars…and your HAIR LOOKS GOOD TOO!” And he meant every word! He was loved by his clientele, many of whom continued with him as weekly clients for over 40 years.
My experience over the years has taught me that the passion for excellence in bridal makeup & hair goes hand in hand with organization, skill and building lasting relationships with our brides and clients. I am blessed to have a fabulous team of incredible artists to provide that seamless experience for our brides and parties. Our attention to detail is vital – we will accentuate each woman’s natural beauty, as well as help create a relaxing atmosphere and calmness for what can often be a very stressful day.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
I believe that training, organization and passion for excellence all go hand in hand. Not being afraid of hard work, and knowing that true success does not come quickly! Don’t get discouraged, always be ready to learn something new, and when you fail (everyone does from time to time) – Pick yourself up, take a breath and keep moving forward!
If you knew you only had a decade of life left, how would you spend that decade?
If I knew I only had one decade of life left, I would take each day and live to the fullest! Continue to cultivate relationships, cherish family and friends and spread the love of Jesus!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.janaandco.com/index.php
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janaandcomakeupandhairdesign/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JanaAndCoMakeupAndHairDesign/
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/jana-and-co-makeup-and-hair-design-simi-valley
Image Credits
Figlewitz Photography
James Campbell Photography
Ace Photography
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