On a breakfast taco, guac and bacon, “bacamole,” is heaven in your mouth according to Chris Applegate, our March #CMugshot. A dapperly coiffed man of many talents, Chris co-founded and directs operations for SHED Barbershop & Supply, while also working as a contractor for Salesforce. On a free day in Austin, Chris climbs the Barton Creek Greenbelt Hill of Life trail and finishes with a relaxing swim. Despite our dropping the ball on the mug part of our CMugshot, Chris was a good sport with the substitute polka-dotted mason jar! 

What’s one thing you’ve been inspired by lately?

Human connection. I’m usually so disconnected working on things on my own, but lately I’ve made an effort to make more time to connect with the people I know, even casual acquaintances. So much more happens.

In the spirit of our March theme, what is one big change in your life that has been challenging?  

A big positive change was welcoming our first child 7 months ago!  My son has taught me what is truly important, as cliche as that may sound, and is really helping me overcome my constant feeling of “busyness.” There’s even more to juggle, but my sense of priorities has sharpened immensely and I’m much happier in everything that I do and accomplish.

What is one big change in your life that has been positive?

A challenging change has been opening and running SHED while still working another full-time job.  It’s tough always feeling “too busy” for things that I know are important, but it’s something I’m definitely working on.

Connect with Chris!

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(Photo of Chris by Manny Pandya)