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Razia Anwar
The Treatment Room, Blackburn
A unisex beauty and laser clinic that promotes well being. |
Your life before becoming self employed
I had worked in design and advertising but then started working in a spa and loved the concept.
How did you get started and where did you go for advice?
I went back to college to learn the treatments and decided to take the plunge. I didn’t like working for someone else. I grafted too hard for other people and that was it. I knew I could do it – your self belief has to be very strong when you are self employed.
I went to Blackburn Enterprise Trust for advice and took advantage of the Get Set Scheme.
What has been your biggest challenge so far?
The fact that sometimes you don’t get paid! For the first year I hardly took home much pay, but that’s the risk you take. The start up costs were so high in the beginning, I had to make sacrifices to make the salon what it is today.
What are the rewards of being your own boss?
The fact that no one is telling you what to do and you are making all the decisions. Also, having satisfied customers, who are happy with their treatments and appreciate what we do.
What would be your top tip for women thinking of starting a business?
Make sure you have enough money to start with and then you have to have dedication and Make sure you have enough money to start with and then you have to have dedication and put in a lot of hard work and long hours. But it’s worth it when you get your business going.
Contact: 01254 680011
or visit: www.thetreatmentroom.me.uk | 
