In this episode of From Scratch, Gjoko sits down with Taylor, a determined and passionate hairstylist who built Taylor Made Chicago, a salon business rooted in creativity, care, and community. What started as a skill honed out of necessity grew into a full-blown salon that now represents not just beauty—but resilience, hustle, and identity.

Taylor shares how she got started doing hair in her kitchen, learning to master her craft while dreaming of something bigger. She opens up about the challenges of being a woman entrepreneur in a highly competitive and image-driven industry, and how she kept going when things got tough.

You’ll hear about:

• The origin story of Taylor Made Chicago

• Building trust with clients and creating a safe space

• Turning talent into a sustainable business

• Staying consistent even when doubt creeps in

• How Chicago shaped her mindset and grind

Taylor’s journey is raw, relatable, and proof that with enough drive, you can turn what you have into something powerful—something made from scratch. Whether you're in the beauty industry or chasing a completely different dream, her story will give you that push to keep going.

Find Taylor on:

Facebook/Instagram: @taylormadechicago

Booking: tmcmensgrooming.com