Legally Clueless

I Was Bullied For Being Myself PART 2 | Legally Clueless Ep 386

July 12, 2026·38 min
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I Was Bullied For Being Myself (Part 2) After choosing hairdressing over university, Johnny is determined to prove to himself, and his family, that he made the right decision. In Part Two of his story, we follow his journey from earning KSh 4,800 a month in his first salon job to becoming one of Kenya's most sought-after celebrity hairstylists. But success comes with difficult choices. Johnny opens up about choosing exposure over financial security, discovering he was being exploited, learning the value of advocating for himself, and walking away from opportunities that no longer aligned with the future he envisioned.In this episode, we cover:Going from earning KSh 4,800 to building a thriving careerLanding a role as a hairstylist at K24Why he chose exposure over guaranteed incomeWorking with some of Kenya's biggest celebritiesThe power of building genuine relationshipsBeing exploited on a major television productionLearning to advocate for his worthBecoming Head of the Hair Department on a popular TV seriesBuilding his personal brand while working behind the scenesWhy structure and discipline matter in creative careersChoosing authenticity over job security when asked to stop expressing himself onlineUpcoming Wellness Talk Divorce Care:When the Marriage Ends, Finding Yourself Again. Divorce is more than the end of a marriage. It can be the loss of your identity, routines, dreams, confidence and the future you imagined for yourself. Join us on 25th July for a virtual Wellness Talk with accredited psychologist Faith Guchu as we explore:The grief that comes with divorceRebuilding your identityProcessing shame and self-blameHealing before your next chapterCo-parenting and navigating new family dynamicsLearning to trust yourself againDating after divorceBuilding a life that feels like your own againGet your ticket here:legallycluelessafrica.hustlesasa.shop/products/6a3e9f14658513739e5d9e0fConnect With Jony The Hairdresser Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonyhairandmakeup/For bookings: 0705808139Studio: Viking House Waiyaki way ,second floor ,room2Share Your Story Have a story you'd like to share on Legally Clueless? Submit it here:https://forms.gle/JMrQD55jcrazKFKX7Follow Legally Clueless AfricaJoin our newsletter: https://www.legallycluelessafrica.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/legallycluelessafrica TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@legallycluelessafrica YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LegallyCluelessAfrica Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/legallycluelessafrica If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.Every share helps these stories reach more people, and we truly appreciate your support.

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