

Deepica Mutyala: ON Entrepreneurship and How To Quit Your Job To Pursue Your Dreams
Aug 12, 2019
In this conversation with Deepica Mutyala, a South-Asian beauty entrepreneur and founder of Live Tinted, she discusses the power of community in transforming beauty standards. Deepica shares how her immigrant upbringing shaped her work ethic and career aspirations. She opens up about making the leap from a stable job to pursuing her passion, overcoming emotional hurdles, and the importance of authenticity in beauty branding. Listeners will gain insights into navigating entrepreneurship and the significance of inclusivity in the industry.
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Early Beauty Experiences
- Deepica, growing up in Texas, felt a disconnect between her South Asian heritage and the predominantly blonde, blue-eyed beauty standards.
- She used beauty products as a form of self-expression, experimenting with colored contacts and blonde streaks to fit in.
Work Ethic
- Deepica's father, a hardworking immigrant, instilled in her a strong work ethic.
- Witnessing his journey from picking weeds in India to achieving success in America fuels her drive.
Appreciate Parental Sacrifice
- Acknowledge and appreciate the sacrifices made by parents, especially immigrant parents.
- Recognize their hard work and dedication, even if they weren't passionate about their jobs.