'I'm so proud to be representing Chesterfield ' - newcomer nails three finalist placings in The UK Hair and Beauty Awards
A north Derbyshire nail technician – named among finalists in The UK Hair and Beauty Awards – is urging people to never give up on their dreams.
Courtney Mia Grice, who runs Beauty by Mia in Holmewood, has been placed in the final of three categories – Best New Talent of the Year, Nail Technician of the Year and Best Gel Nails of the Year. She has been a professional nail technician for three months, achieving five star ratings as she grows her customer base.
The awards recognise exceptional skill, creativity, and client service. Courtney said: “I’m incredibly honoured. I’m so proud to be representing Chesterfield in the hair and beauty awards. This achievement isn’t only recognition for my hard work and dedication, it’s an award for my ability to believe in myself and never give up. I had a dream….a vision and I followed it. I always felt I would be great at something and I never gave up until I found it. ”
Proud of her roots, Courtney grew up on a council estate in Hull which she says has helped her appreciate everything she earns in life now. Courtney, 27, said: “I wasn’t handed anything on a golden plate, I learned the hard way; I struggled and failed and tried again multiple times, but most importantly always stayed passionate and open-minded.
"I made the move to Chesterfield solo when I was 22 years old, to have a fresh start in life and chase my dreams. I first opened an independent travel business, and it unfortunately didn’t work out for me – it was a massive setback. Making the move to Chesterfield was hard and massively impacted this, no solid client base or friends locally to help support and get started so I had to network.”
Moving into the beauty business, Courtney marketed Beauty by Mia through local groups and door knocking with flyers.
She said: "I put my heart and soul into my work and my customers and I can’t thank each and every one enough for the support they have shown me.
"I spend hours practising and improving my skills.”
To book an appointment with Courtney, visit http://beauty-by-mia-106997.square.site or message her at facebook.com/Beauty26bymia