• 71: What's IN and OUT for Health and Self Care for Beauty Pro's: Diving into Your Wellness Era Forever
    May 16 2024
    What's IN and what's OUT when it comes to your health and self care as a busy beauty pro? Tune into this episode to find out!Let's dive in deeper to our Wellness Era FOREVER because it's not a trend or a phase, it's lifelong journey. In this episode, I'm going to touch on our basic needs while also recognizing the unique physical, emotional, and mental demands placed on those working in the beauty industy. I'm offering guidance on moving beyond survival mode (iced coffee for breakfast a...
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    18 mins
  • 72: Snacks, Meals & Nutrition Tips for Busy Beauty Pro's: Wellness Era Forever Part 2
    May 16 2024
    Part 2 of the Wellness Era Forever Series covers plenty of meal and snack ideas for busy beauty pro's!In this episode, I'll share practical advice for busy beauty professionals on how to prioritize and improve your eating habits. I emphasize the importance of not skipping meals despite a packed schedule, scheduling real lunch breaks, and the impact of nutrition on health and anxiety levels. I'll also share an overview of macronutrients, their benefits, and simple, nutritious meal and snack id...
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    29 mins
  • 70: Motherhood, Business Growth and Career Shifts with Erica Schramm
    Apr 17 2024
    TW: Pregnancy LossHow do you balance growing your family while also trying to grow your lash business? Erica Schramm joins me on this episode to discuss the challenges of being a new mom and new business owner in a conversation I’ve wanted to have on the podcast for a while now!Erica shares her unexpected journey into lashes and the ups and downs of finding your footing between employment and going solo as a new esthetician. Right away in her solo biz journey she was faced with a difficult ti...
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • 69: Becoming an Internationally Licensed Esthetician and Career Journeys with Kim Ford
    Apr 8 2024
    There isn’t one single lane for beauty professionals! You could take your career down so many paths. Ready to be inspired for the next season of your career? Tune in to this episode with Kim Ford.In this podcast episode, Kim Ford, shares her extensive and diverse journey through the aesthetics industry. Starting as a general beauty therapist over 30 years ago, Kim's career evolved from owning a salon, teaching beauty therapy, and working in retail with The Body Shop, to becoming an area manag...
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 68: Continuing Education for Beauty Pro’s with Brilliance Advanced Beauty Education (B.A.B.E.) founder Cortney Cox
    Feb 19 2024
    Are you looking to continue your education in the beauty industry or gain CEU’s? Tune into this week’s episode to learn more about a new platform designed by a fellow esthetician just for you!Courtney Cox, the creator of Brilliance Advanced Beauty Education (B.A.B.E), shares her journey as an esthetician and her vision for providing advanced continuing education for beauty professionals. She identifies a disconnect between schooling and real-world application, noting how essential skills...
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    51 mins
  • 67: Real Secrets of Becoming a Successful Lash Artist with Sarah Pennington
    Dec 18 2023
    Join me in welcoming Sarah Pennington from The Lash Collection to the podcast for a discussion around building a solid foundation as a new lash artist. Sarah is a 13 year lash industry pro with a product line, training academy and lash salon. She has a lot of knowledge to share so you are in for a treat!Together we discuss the lash industry’s challenges, including the crucial learning phase involving models and the leap to charging for services. Sarah shares her experiences, offering ins...
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    58 mins
  • 66: From Freelance to Brick and Mortar Business Owner: One Makeup Artist’s Journey with Marisol Orellana
    Dec 4 2023
    If you have ever felt alone in your struggles as a beauty professional building your business, this episode is for you! My guest, Marisol Orellana, has been in the beauty industry for 20 years and has so much wisdom to share with you. In this episode, she recounts her nearly 20 years of experience, beginning from attending a makeup school in Fort Lauderdale right after high school, to freelance work and retail experiences with big brands, and then on to opening her own business. Througho...
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 65: Tips for Maximizing Your Experience at Beauty Conferences and Networking Events - a Post LashConference Episode
    Nov 27 2023
    Do you feel awkward, nervous or shy going into networking events or industry conferences? I can relate! Even as a seasoned beauty professional, I do consider myself mostly an introvert. Over the years, I’ve made the BEST connections and been privy to career opportunities by showing up, putting myself out there and meeting new people. In this episode, I’ll share my tips and insights on overcoming feeling awkward to help you maximize your experience at beauty conferences and networking eve...
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    33 mins