After Eighteen Years In The Airlines Industry Odette Shirley Decided To Take a Risk In Entrepreneurship & Opened Maison Jouvence
Interviewed By Maryan Aiken
“The most important lesson I've learned about leadership is that the best place to start is with your own mindset. What you think and how you act will either help or hinder your company” Odette Shirley
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COMPANY OVERVIEW
Maison Jouvence is a self-care and lifestyle company provides high-quality, natural, organic and vegan products for the mind, body, and soul. We have been on a mission to help people take care of themselves since 2020, when we launched our first product: an all-natural chemical free vegan candle. Since then, we have expanded our line to include everything you need for amazing self-care with products such as:
- Reed diffusers
- Room and linen sprays
- Organic teas and plant based elixirs
- Eco cotton robes
- Beautiful marble ceramic mugs and candle jars set
- and more to come!
The name "Maison Jouvence" translates into English as "Home of Youth." We chose this name because we want everyone who uses our products to feel like they are taking part in their own personal renewal process- It's about feeling you again!
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Q: Who are Maison Jouvence’s ideal clients?
My ideal clients are people who take care of themselves. People who believe in a holistic approach to wellness. People who value the importance of self-care. I specialize in helping busy people achieve more balance in their lives, and I know that for most of us, it's not as simple as just making time for ourselves. It's about learning how to make time for ourselves without sacrificing our work or relationships. It's about knowing how to put yourself first without feeling like you're losing ground on everything else in your life. I believe that everyone has their own path to wellness—and that means that some paths might look different from others! That's why I don't prescribe any one way of doing things; instead, I help my clients find out what works best for them and then support them along the way by offering guidance and encouragement along the way.
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Q: What are the lessons that you’ve learned that shifted your mindset to optimize how to practice your business?
The most important lesson I've learned about leadership is that the best place to start is with your own mindset. What you think and how you act will either help or hinder your company, so it's important to be aware of your own thoughts and actions and their impact on others. I learned that every person is different, and so every person has different needs. I've learned that it's important to take the time to understand who you're working with—their strengths, their weaknesses, and their preferences. And then it's up to me to figure out how I can help them succeed. I've also learned that there are some things that are just out of our control, no matter how much money or time we spend on them. I've also learned that sometimes it's better to let go of what isn't working instead of trying to force things into existence when they may not have been meant for me in the first place. This will save time, energy, and resources—all things that are valuable in any business venture! I've learned that it's important to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life. I used to think that if I worked hard enough and long enough, then I would reach the top of my field eventually. But after many years of working in corporate, I realized that making time for self-care allowed me to renew and come back stronger!
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Q: If you can do over something in the past, what will it be and why?
Nothing. I wouldn't change a thing. Every experience, good or bad, edified me and molded me into who I am today. I've learned so much from my mistakes and failures and they've helped me become a better person.
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Q: What was the game changer for you that catapulted your business?
The game changer for me was the moment I realized that the only thing standing between me and success was my own willingness to take a risk. It's easy to say that you want to do something, but actually doing it is another story entirely. I'd been telling myself for years that I wanted to start my own business, but every time I sat down to make a plan or write out some goals, I'd get overwhelmed by how much work it would be and set it aside again. It wasn't until the pandemic, after losing my 18 year career in the airlines, that I was able to get started. For me, it was about focusing on the process and not on the results. I used to be a results-oriented person, but now I focus on the process of getting there instead.
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Q: What is your ultimate vision for your company?
My ultimate vision for my company is to build a brand that people love, where they feel they can be themselves and where they can find products that fit their unique needs. I want this company to help people live healthier, happier lives through our products. I want to create something that becomes part of people's daily lives or as part of their daily routine. I want them to feel proud to use my products and be excited about sharing item with their friends and family!
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MAISON JOUVENCE
Maison Jouvence is a self-care and lifestyle company that provides high-quality, natural, organic and vegan products for the mind, body, and soul. The name "Maison Jouvence" translates into English as "Home of Youth." We chose this name because we want everyone who uses our products to feel like they are taking part in their own personal renewal process- It's about feeling you again!
Q: Who are your mentors that impacted your professional/personal journey?
My mother and grandmother have been my biggest mentors in life. They are the people who helped me to overcome my fears and taught me to be a strong person. I could always count on them for support and advice, no matter how big or small the problem was. When I was young, my mother was very strict about what I could do and what I couldn't do, but my grandmother was a bit lenient and allowed me to experience. This taught me balance. They taught me to respect others and help those in need. They also taught me how to be confident in myself. They've also taught me that it's important to think things through before making decisions, rather than rushing into things without thinking them through first. This has helped me immensely in my adult life and helped me to always look at a situation from different angles.
Q: Three things that we should absolutely know about you?
1- I'm a huge foodie. I love discovering new things to eat, and I have a pretty solid knowledge of spices. I've always wanted to be on TV as the judge of a cooking show—maybe one day!
2- I'm also really talented at interior design. I can walk into any house or apartment and know exactly what needs to be done. It's like magic.
3- Finally, one of my favorite things is traveling. There's nothing better than getting lost in a new city and discovering its secrets!
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