“Don’t Just Get a Job, Do Something That is Tied to a Purpose” – Tara Fela-Durotoye

2021-01-27T11:21:26+00:00

By Bede

“Don’t Just Get a Job, Do Something That is Tied to a Purpose” – Tara Fela-DurotoyeThe take-charge business woman known for setting up the first make-up studio and establishing the first make-up school in Nigeria, Tara Fela-Durotoye, had an interview with CNN’s African Voices, a weekly show that highlights African’s most dazzling trendsetters who have created their own subcultures in various areas.In the interview, Tara Fela-Durotoye shared interesting secrets behind her passion, building a business in Africa and how she has used and is still using the business as a tool for empowering young women to build business while adding value to the country.Tara Fela-Durotoye, one of the few who has been able to hold both the home and business front together is the CEO of House of Tara International, Nigeria’s top beauty and makeup brand. She is a role model and mentor to many make-up artists. Tara is married to Adetokunbo Olufela Durotoye, a business consultant, leadership expert and motivational speaker, and they are blessed with three awesome boys.“My story became one of inspiration to others of the possibilities that exist in our country, don’t just get a job, do something that is tied to a purpose. It should be all about purpose,” Tara Fela-Durotoye said. “I started a mentorship program to mentor young girls because to make impact, I need to share my story with the next generation and I always tell my mentees that it’s their responsibility as women to develop other women.”

Tara Fela-Durotoye is an inspiration to everyone who wants to move forward in their career. Speaking on the brand’s achievement, “Today, we have about fourteen make-up schools across the country. I can say that 80% of the makeup artists that are active players in the industry today, either working as entrepreneurs or working within other beauty brands, are trained by House of Tara.”Tara’s dedication to being a better version of herself is something to emulate. With this, it is safe to say that Tara Fela-Durotoye is a representation of value, respect and competence. Above all, Tara is a trailblazer.Obviously, women wield greater influence today than any other time in history. Life may seem a dark tunnel with no light at the end, but, with consistency and hard work, it will definitely end in a better place.Here are few quotes from Tara Fela-Dutoye to inspire you as you aim for the best:

Life never gives you what you deserve, but what you decided.
When you structure your business, it helps your business attract investors.
What drives me is living purpose. I think my business is a vehicle to change lives.
When your effort results in the desired effect, then you have worked.
Be true to who you are on your own journey. It makes the road less travelled easier to enjoy.

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