Meet Lakischia Smith

 

We were lucky to catch up with Lakischia Smith recently and have shared our conversation below.

LAKISCHIA, thank you so much for joining us and offering your lessons and wisdom for our readers. One of the things we most admire about you is your generosity and so we’d love if you could talk to us about where you think your generosity comes from.

To whom much is given much is required. This is my life motto. I love being a server to others. I believe we are all here on earth for the same purpose and that is to serve our gifts to each other in a way that pleases God.

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?

A New Orleans native, Lakischia Smith established WHO DAT Barbershop Inc in 2009. Receiving a formal education as a Registered Nurse from Delgado Community College and Charity School of Nursing. Smith had no prior experience in barbering or cosmetology. Her passion for serving others and giving back to the community led her to incorporate philanthropy in the core business values. Her business success expanded online with an Amazon Store called WHO DAT Deals branding her signature male grooming products called Checkmate. She then went on to start a non-profit called WHO DAT Cares Foundation which focuses on providing reading books to school age children. After receiving honors and awards for the business community outreach, Lakischia remains dedicated to increasing her community footprint in New Orleans.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

A Relationship with God, Reading and Research got me everywhere I am today. Get comfortable with reading to learn what you don’t know. Don’t be afraid to connect with others in your industry to research different resources. These methods were instrumental in my self progress. Faith and Integrity show that strong moral principles help to guide your decision-making. Trustworthiness builds relationships with clients and partners. Resilience and Adaptability allow the ability to overcome challenges and setbacks. Flexibility to adjust strategies in response to changing circumstances. Vision and Purpose show a clear understanding of personal and business goals aligned with faith. My passion for serving others and making a positive impact in my community was icing on the cake.

Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?

I am always happy to partner with like-minded entrepreneurs with a love for God. I can be contacted on IG and FB under WHO DAT BarberShop or WHO DAT Cares Foundation. I can also be reached at [email protected].

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