By Aira Villanueva, PRA
In the fiercely competitive beauty industry, Nikki Tang, the visionary CEO of DMark Beauty, presents a unique perspective. In the recent episode of the Philippine Retailers Association (PRA), Nikki shared her profound views on competition and the journey to building her beauty empire.
According to Nikki, competition serves as a welcome environment that allows businesses to comprehend the market’s pulse, reinvent themselves, and foster growth. She believes that instead of instilling fear, competition should inspire entrepreneurs to strive for excellence, offering better products and becoming better entrepreneurs.
Despite the challenges she faces as a busy entrepreneur, Nikki imparts valuable lessons learned along the way. She emphasizes the importance of perseverance, stating that while it’s easy to say “not give up,” it remains the essential formula for success. Nikki also highlights that success isn’t solely about monetary gains but is intricately linked to imparting meaning to your business and positively affecting the broader community.
A piece of advice from Nikki that resonates universally is the significance of surrounding oneself with mentors—individuals who inspire, guide, and genuinely care about your strengths and weaknesses.
While Nikki stands as a successful entrepreneur in the beauty industry, her admirable trait lies in her unwavering gratitude towards those who believed in and supported her journey. She encourages everyone to be grateful for the people who played a part in their success, emphasizing the importance of remembering those who contributed along the way.
For a dose of Nikki’s wisdom, catch her episode on the PRA’s YouTube channel or listen to it on Spotify, anytime and anywhere.
