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Kayle Doan

Currently not accepting new clients

01/31/2024

It’s a scary thing to leave behind something that’s been a part of your life for so long, but sometimes fear can feel a lot like excitement.

Over 20 years ago my parents moved to Greenville, SC to take over a nail salon, and it’s been a part of my life ever since. And while it’s been a blessing for me it was never a path I chose, but I fell in love with it anyway. I had clients who appreciated me and uplifted me, and because of that work didn’t really feel like work anymore. It felt like I was catching up with friends who were also women I admired, and I felt so lucky that I had what I would consider a dream clientele. But even though I enjoyed every day of my nail career, I wondered what else I could be capable of if I decided to do something I chose.

So I went to school for graphic design and I worried if I would even be able to get a job. But it’s so clear to me now that the things that are meant for you will find you. Right before graduating I got an appointment request from a graphic design agency, and my heart dropped out of my chest. I felt like it was a sign, and her appointment led to an interview which quickly spiraled into me having an amazing job and boss, Kyndall, who’s become one of my closest friends.

Fast forward 3 years, and I felt like I was living two dreams at once. And while it was fulfilling as hell, I was also worn ragged. So at the end of 2023 I decided to take a chance and step back from nails. It’s one of the hardest decisions I’ve made and I felt guilty. Here was a path laid out for me by my parents for over 2 decades, how could I drop that and choose myself?

But my parents never intended to trap me in nails. They had me do nails because like all good parents they were looking out for me. It was their fall back plan in case all else failed, and now that I knew I could have loyal clients who trusted me it gave me the confidence to take the leap.

So thank you to all of my clients who have supported me. The hardest part about leaving was saying goodbye to all of you. Whether it was 10 years or 1 I appreciate and adore every single one of you. And please know that my line is always open if you ever want to chat again. ❤️