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MCGRATH ESTATE AGENTS, BYRON BAY Sharon McInnes works in property sales in Byron Bay, its surrounds and the hinterland, a job that also involves ongoing communication and project management. With a career spanning 20 years, Sharon loves the variety of people she gets to meet and the stories they share. Most people may only purchase their dream home once or twice in their lifetime and it can be a stressful and emotional time. It’s often their biggest asset and the process needs to be treated with respect. Seeing it as her responsibility to help people throughout the process, Sharon feels privileged to be a part of it. Sharon likes to finish her days with a simple walk on the beach with her dog and dinner with the family. In the years to come, she hopes to continue to have a happy balance between work and life, help people with their property dreams and perhaps manage an overseas white Christmas with her family of three children and husband Stewy. Seeing any challenge as a learning opportunity helps to keep Sharon passionate about her work. It’s a matter of looking at a situation from all sides, assessing and making the best decision at that time. Sharon also loves boxing and makes time in her week for regular exercise, which keeps her mentally and physically healthy and strong.
SHARON MCINNES
For young women starting out in real estate, her advice is to stay committed and focused, and to be authentic and true to your moral compass. Treat others as you would expect to be treated and continue to grow and learn. Sharon McInnes, McGrath Real Estate. 0408 659 649
MERRILYN PRIEST
MERRILYN PRIEST MANIK THE HAIR & MAKEUP STUDIO EXECUTIVE COLOURIST AND STYLIST Merrilyn’s passion is creating beautiful hair, and making people feel
beautiful about themselves is her mission.
JESSICA, JODIE & KASEY THE DOLL HOUSE HAIR
She began by purchasing a hair salon in 1989 after re-locating from Sydney in the eastern suburbs where she had owned a number of salons. It was time for a change of lifestyle. In 1997 Merrilyn created Manik, the hair and makeup studio on Byron
AND BEAUTY
Street. The business is built on the philosophy that healthy hair starts
when the hair is free from stress caused by chemical overload, and she is Jessica, Jodie and Kasey are three young women who are passionate about giving their clients a professional, relaxing and enjoyable experience. continuously sourcing the most innovative naturally based products on They specialise in women’s and men’s cutting and colouring, offering the world market, such as the organic makeup brand INIKA. a low-chemical, environmental and vegan-friendly approach to hair For hairdressers just staring out, Merrilyn’s advice is to keep evolving colouring and home hair care. and stay up to date with world fashion trends. Seeking out continued Jessica and Kasey have 13 years’ experience in the hair and beauty industry education, and learning from peers in the industry, is vital to retaining a and Jodie has 25 years’ experience. They draw inspiration from attending
successful business in the hair and makeup industry.
courses, aspiring to expand their knowledge and skills as professional colourists, keeping up to date with new techniques and new products.
In 28 years of hairdressing in Byron Bay, Merrilyn has been fortunate to work alongside a number of very talented stylists, who are the core of a
At The Doll House they are all about nurturing and caring for their clients and making them look fantastic. Jessica established The Doll House more than six years ago and it was the first salon in Brunswick
any successful salon, along with good customer service. Manik, The Hair and Makeup Studio, Byron Bay. 6685 6432
Heads to deliver a low-chemical approach to hairdressing, a philosophy that Jodie and Kasey are also passionate about. That passion also extends into their home haircare ranges, which are organic and vegan friendly. With four ranges to choose from there are shampoo or styling products for every head of hair. In the future they hope to continue their low-chemical approach and extend their services to include some more beauty services. They encourage other women in business to believe in themselves; their business dreams can come true. The Doll House, Brunswick Heads. 6685 0448
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