
Rodrick Samuels on The Silent Work, Modern Beauty Education and Why Empathy Wins
MODERN SALON sat down with Samuels to discuss the book, beauty education, mentorship and the habits that help beauty professionals thrive.
I wanted to share some exciting news, I have a book being launched this weekend, and it is an anthology, so a collaboration of women who contributed to the writing titled “Success in Beauty, The Secrets to Effortless Fulfillment and ...
I wanted to share some exciting news, I have a book being launched this weekend, and it is an anthology, so a collaboration of women who contributed to the writing titled “Success in Beauty, The Secrets to Effortless Fulfillment and Happiness”. I am so very proud to be a part of this book with such amazing women.

Early this year as I was writing my intentions and goals, being a published author was on the list, now I had no idea how to make this happen and I only knew I loved writing and as a big believer in the law of attraction, I didn’t focus on the how but stayed true to the why… my friend in the industry, Charlotte Howard reached out and asked if I wanted to partake in this amazing journey. How could I say no….
This Friday and Saturday is the official launch weekend October 25-26 on Amazon and we will be promoting the book with the opportunity to make the best sellers list and I do hope you do one or more of the following in support. Share this email with others, share any social media posts that you have received or tagged in and of course, purchase the book or kindle version for yourself or as a gift to another for a special women in your life to help us reach our goal.
My chapter is a very personal journey titled “BEaUty Enthusiasm, My Journey to Joy”, so for those of you that have supported me in my career or in my role as an entrepreneur for the last 4 years or as a supported friend during tough times…… thank you for all your support and being present for me! I am truly grateful…..
Success in Beauty: The Secrets to Effortless Fulfillment and Happiness is a revolutionary book written by a variety of women about how to be happy and fulfilled with little to no effort at all! This book has no shortage of vital information about how you as women can enhance yourself, your life, and your business (if you have one). The print version goes on sale tomorrow here http://bit.ly/sibprint or your can preorder your kindle version today.
Thank you for all your support and I look forward to seeing most of you and connecting with you all soon.
Bonnie Bonadeo

MODERN SALON sat down with Samuels to discuss the book, beauty education, mentorship and the habits that help beauty professionals thrive.

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