Meet Juan Torres

We were lucky to catch up with Juan Torres recently and have shared our conversation below.

Juan , so great to be with you and I think a lot of folks are going to benefit from hearing your story and lessons and wisdom. Imposter Syndrome is something that we know how words to describe, but it’s something that has held people back forever and so we’re really interested to hear about your story and how you overcame imposter syndrome.

Imposter syndrome first showed up for me back in beauty school in El Paso, where I often felt nervous about speaking English and would shy away from it whenever I could. After finishing school, I started apprenticing, and that’s when I realized that practice and support were key. My mentor, clients, and friends were incredibly encouraging, and the more I practiced speaking, the more confident I became.

Fast forward five years, and I moved to San Antonio, thinking I had left those doubts behind. But when I was invited to do a TV hair segment, those old fears resurfaced. I almost said no, but the unwavering support from my clients and friends gave me the push I needed to go for it. Even though I felt nervous, I’m proud that I took that step. It opened up so many new opportunities and reinforced that focusing on the positives, embracing my uniqueness, and leaning into the support of those around me are the keys to overcoming imposter syndrome every time.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

’m a bilingual hairstylist and educator based in San Antonio, TX, originally from El Paso. I specialize in natural-looking, high-impact color placements, and I love helping other stylists gain confidence in their own skills. When I teach, my goal isn’t to tell stylists what to do, because they’re all talented in their own right. Instead, I aim to spark creativity and show them how to apply their foundational skills in new and exciting ways.

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to travel with different brands, teaching both on stage and in hands-on classes. I’ve developed unique techniques, like my “Just Enough” foil placement, and launched bilingual classes like “Solo Lo Justo, Solo Lo Necesario,” to help stylists feel empowered and confident. What excites me most is watching that spark of inspiration in others and helping them realize that they are already enough and their work truly matters.

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

Looking back, the three most impactful qualities in my journey have been:
1. Resilience – There were moments I truly doubted myself, especially stepping into new spaces as a bilingual artist after moving from El Paso to San Antonio. But I kept showing up, even when I felt nervous or unsure. For anyone early in their journey: keep going. Even if it feels slow, consistency builds strength, and those little steps matter more than you think.
2. Faith – To me, faith is a mindset: no fear, no doubt. It’s believing that what’s meant for you won’t miss you, and trusting yourself even when things don’t feel perfect. I’ve learned that the more you act from a place of faith, the more doors open, because you’re no longer paralyzed by uncertainty. Faith has helped me take leaps I never thought I could.
3. Being Genuine – What’s made the biggest difference is showing up as myself. Not trying to be the most polished or the loudest, but being real. That includes speaking Spanglish, sharing what I know, and connecting with others in an honest way. People connect with authenticity, and that’s where true relationships and opportunities come from.

If I could give one piece of advice, it’s this: stay grounded in who you are, lead with curiosity, and trust the process. Your journey is yours for a reason, walk it with heart and faith.

All the wisdom you’ve shared today is sincerely appreciated. Before we go, can you tell us about the main challenge you are currently facing?

Honestly, the biggest challenge I’m dealing with right now is finding that balance between growing and not burning out, while also staying in my own lane and not getting caught up in comparing myself to what I see on social media. It’s so easy to look at everyone’s reels and feel like I need to keep up, but I’m really focusing on staying true to my own journey.

To tackle this, I’m setting better boundaries with my time, making sure I take breaks, and really practicing gratitude for how far I’ve come. It’s all about shifting from comparing myself to others to just being inspired by my own progress and keeping everything positive and fulfilling.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @juahnn