"Early on as a child, I was always interested in fashion and beauty. I admired how makeup can transform a person and help them make a statement to match their mood or a style. I decided then I wanted to be a cosmetologist."

Do you remember the time in your life when you were most inspired to pursue this career path? Explain how you use to do makeup on your sisters when you were young or how everyone wanted you to do their hair at prom. When interviewers ask this question, they want to hear about your passion. They also want to know that your decision to become a cosmetologist was well thought out, not just a last minute decision because you weren't so sure about college. Share a brief story about how you decided to choose your career and don't be afraid to express your passion!