Everything Esthetics: a podcast for beauty industry professionals

In this episode I sit down with Louise - owner of Studio L Sweet Mats and Studio L By Louise sugaring! Louise is a self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur and has lots of irons in the fire, from her wax mats in all different sizes, to her sugaring business, to her group and one-on-one trainings. We talk about her businesses, how she got her start in esthetics, social media, and tips for new estheticians. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gabrielle-okray/support

Have you been curious about what it would be like to go from a solo esthetician to having your own employees? Maybe you're thinking about making the transition, but don't know anyone personally who has done it that you could ask about the process. In this episode, I go over everything that I've learned (so far) during the course of interviewing, hiring, and getting prepared to bring in my first employee. I wanted to let people in on this part of my business journey in case anyone else found themselves in the same boat! *DISCLAIMER* This episode is not to be used as tax or legal advice. Please consult a professional for your own tax or legal questions.* --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gabrielle-okray/support

Our first episode of 2022 and I could not be more excited to have Emily from Uproot Wax Denver join me for a fun, laid back conversation about her journey in our industry, her merch, and her plans for the future. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gabrielle-okray/support

Welcome back to Everything Esthetics! I decided to take on some potentially controversial topics with my final episode of 2021!

Welcome back to Everything Esthetics! This week on the podcast we have Britni Shane, Founder and CEO of Arizona Beauty Co. and SpaceFace! Brit talks with us about the ups and downs of running both a product-based and a service-based business, as well as her takes on manifestation, mindfulness, and spirituality as a business owner, boss, and service provider. *This conversation does contain adult language* Instagram links: @brit_shane @space_face Click here for course info or visit woodburywaxbar.com/goingsolo --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gabrielle-okray/support

Welcome back to Everything Esthetics! This week on the podcast I'm talking with Tawnya Fornerod, owner and founder of Just the Strip! We chat about everything from how she got started in esthetics to what it was like to create a product line and finding success in a new side of the industry. You can hear more about how her products are formulated, how she uses them in the treatment room, and new products and collaborations that are in the works at Just the Strip. Thank you so much to Tawnya for taking the time to record this episode, and to everyone who has tuned in so far! Shop Just the Strip products here. Follow Just the Strip on Instagram here. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gabrielle-okray/support

Welcome to the first ever episode of Everything Esthetics! We're diving right in to a potentially unpopular opinion today and talking about how going solo in the esthetics industry is NOT the only path to success. Entrepreneurship is so glamorized in our industry right now, but it isn't for everybody - and THAT'S OKAY. New episodes will (hopefully!) be released every Monday, and I have a lot of industry leading guest speakers scheduled that you won't want to miss! Catch all the latest episodes by subscribing wherever you listen to podcasts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gabrielle-okray/support

The first guest episode of Everything Esthetics and I could not be more excited to have Cody-John share his story! We talk about being your authentic self in the treatment room, the transition from a chain waxing location to a solo studio suite, and his experience in the esthetics field as a male service provider and business owner. You can find Cody-John at @dropdeadgorgeousmn on Instagram. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gabrielle-okray/support