Welcome to the debut episode of How We Do Podcast!

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a high-paying job that just didn’t feel like you, this episode is for you!

We’re joined by Laila Abdelnour, a powerhouse salon owner and entrepreneur, as she walks us through her bold leap from a career in event planning to becoming a successful hairstylist and businesswoman. Laila shares the pivotal moment that changed her life, the emotional journey of overcoming stereotypes, and how she used mindset and gratitude to build the life she truly wanted.

We talk about the hard stuff, losing her father, battling imposter syndrome, relationship struggles, and how those moments shaped her drive, work ethic, and heart. Plus, Laila opens up about discovering she has the same heart condition that caused her father’s passing, and how that diagnosis is pushing her to live with more intention and care.

There’s wisdom here for anyone chasing purpose, navigating love, or building a dream business from scratch. You don’t want to miss this one!

Let us know your biggest takeaway from Laila’s story – DM us on IG @howwedo.podcast.

In this episode, we cover:

• The bold decision to leave a stable career and go all-in on hairstyling.
• Breaking stereotypes in the beauty industry.
• What it takes to build a clientele and open a salon.
• Why mindset, gratitude, and saying “no” matter more than you think.
• The impact of personal loss on relationships and resilience.
• Reconnecting with her first love (yes, really!) and the beauty of timing.
• Living with a life-changing health diagnosis and choosing growth.
  

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:

Follow Laila on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lailaajanine/ or https://www.instagram.com/hairhousesocial/

Chat with us on IG: @howwedo.podcast | @megmeghair

More about How We Do:
This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation. Join your host, Meg, as she sits down with guests from all walks of life to unpack the messy, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

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