Brief encounter: sharon moore

Only three years after opening the spa, client demand had increased so significantly I began turning business away. So, after months of hard work renovating the old Yorkshire television building into a sumptuous spa, we relocated and expanded to our new beauty clinic in the centre of the city.

What has been the most satisfying/rewarding moment in your career?

The blood, sweat and tears of relocating were all worth it when hundreds of people flocked to celebrate the spa's official launch. I felt an overwhelming wave of pride seeing what was once just a concept come to life when the reigning Miss England declared the premises officially open.

What is the best business/career advice you have ever been given?

Leap and the net will appear.

Three things you couldn't do your job without?

My husband and children - all of whom have supported me unreservedly from day one; my team, especially my manager Lisa; and also a witty, black sense of humour!

Best/worst bits of your job?

My team are not only extremely hard working and passionate about what they do, we all get on really well, which makes the spa a lovely environment to work in. The worst part has got to be turning away hopefuls who apply for jobs - I wish I were able to offer more positions.

Future business ambitions?

I am very passionate about offering my clients the latest beauty developments, so I am constantly looking for revolutionary treatments to add to the menu. I hope to continue

introducing exciting new services to the spa and remain at the forefront of beauty.

Imagine you are at the start of your career, what would you change?

While my nursing background has taught me great skills that I use every day, I wish I had followed my beauty dream a little sooner.

Would you do it all again?

In a heartbeat!