MY MISSION: To motivate and inspire Boss Babes in the making. To uplift, encourage, and promote male & female entrepreneurs and to share aspirations, goals and dreams with them, and you, my subscribers.
To provide and build a warm, loving, and supportive community of CREATORS. Creators of art, a business, or a NEW YOU …
I met Gordon Tang when I was 14 years old before he started his salon, GT & Co Hair Studio on East 2nd in North Vancouver. My Mom had her hair done by him and recommended him to me. She said he was, “sugoku jouzu (which means really good or skillful in Japanese)”.
And I have been going to see Gordon since then for over 20 years. Mom was right — Gordon is great! If you ask him to only cut 1/2 an inch off that’s all he will cut. And so talented in the way he cuts and styles hair.
Once I find a person, company or product that I like, admire and enjoy — I stay loyal. I am that “sought after customer” that businesses dream about. Not only do I stay loyal to the company but I also spread the word. I created a hashtag on Instagram #fortheloveoflocal with a heart emoji and without for this exact purpose. I spread the word about a Local Business through my love for them.
So without further ado — It’s my pleasure to introduce you to Gordon, Owner of GT & Co and my stylist since I was in high school.
M: What’s your story? Where were you born, where were you raised? What was your childhood, growing up years like?
G: I was born and raised in the Hong Kong countryside. My childhood consisted of lots of farming and lots of pets.
M: What did you want to do when you grew up?
G: I wanted to be a professional soccer player.
M: Did you go to college or university? If so, what did you study?
G: I studied business at Langara College and then I studied hair design at Vidal Sassoon in London, England.
M: When did you move to Vancouver? Why did you move to Vancouver?
G: I moved to Vancouver with my family in 1979 for a better education and more opportunities.
M: When did you start your business? What was your inspiration?
G: I started my business in 1986. I cut my friends’ hair in high school and it was then that I found my passion — I love to talk to people while hairdressing.
M: What do you love the most about being a Boss Babe?
G: The ability to control my own finances, hours and being able to learn from my customers; and to have the ability to implement their good ideas.
M: What would your advice be for Boss Babes in the making? If they are contemplating leaving a secure 9-5 job with benefits – what would you say to them? Should they take the leap?
G: If you believe in yourself and your dreams and are willing to work hard, you will find success
M: Any last words? What’s our favourite positive/motivational quote or book?
G: My favourite quote is, “nothing ventured, nothing gained“.
Gordon is old school and does not have any social media platforms or website for his salon. If you would like to make an appointment with him, please tell him that Mayumi sent you!
GT & Co Hair Studio is located at: 130 2nd St E, North Vancouver, BC and their phone number is: 604.988.9813. The salon hours are: Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.