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BOSS Spotlight: Meet The "Disruptive Innovator” Tara Springfield

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Tara Springfield , The President of The Black Girly Girl Beauty Corporation. My company creates innovative hair and beauty products exclusively for African American women. What are some of the obstacles that you faced in the beginning process of starting your business?   Creating something out of nothing takes tremendous determination and vision. I learnt that my mind has the power to propel me forward and also the power to hold me back. I had to take control of my  thoughts, replace fear-filled negative self- talk, with scripture that affirmed Gods strength working within me. What inspired you to break into your industry? TS: Frustration. I was fed up overpaying for hair and beauty products that were low quality and outdated. I could not find the type of products that l wanted to buy, so l invented them. How do your balance your professional and personal life or have you been able to find a balance? TS: With three children, two exes and a dog, flexibility has become my fo