Beauty and the Boss

What if the biggest thing holding your bridal business back isn’t your talent… but your pricing? In this episode of Beauty & the Boss , I sit down with bridal hair and makeup artist Shakayla Canaday from Phoenix, Arizona, to share her journey through my Bridal Pricing & Profit Intensive . After more than a decade in the bridal industry, Shakayla realised she had been significantly undercha...

In this insightful episode of Beauty and the Boss , Levarna chats with Indi , founder of Studio Eighty Five , a systems and automation studio transforming how bridal hair and makeup artists run their businesses. A former bridal makeup artist herself, Indi knows firsthand the burnout and overwhelm of endless admin and inconsistent bookings. Today, she’s the go-to expert helping creatives streamline...

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of Beauty and the Boss , Levarna sits down with Selena Marchand a powerhouse bridal makeup artist, educator, and industry influencer. Selena has grown from earning $100K a year to over $430K annually while building a combined social media following of more than 1 million across TikTok and Instagram. Selena shares her journey from starting out in bridal ma...

Episode Summary: After a short break, Levarna is back with one of the most important topics in the bridal beauty industry—pricing. In this episode, she shares a snippet from her live workshop revealing why so many MUAs undercharge despite being fully booked or popular online. You’ll hear Levarna break down the top reasons MUAs undervalue themselves and struggle financially, plus what to do about i...

Episode Summary: In this transformative solo episode, Levarna dives deep into the “how” of building a business that doesn’t just pay the bills but funds your dream life, supports your family, and gives you total freedom. Inspired by the incredible response to last week’s episode with Kellsie Bain, Levarna takes it a step further by walking you through the 3 powerful shifts every creative entrepren...

Episode Summary: In this value-packed episode of Beauty and the Boss , Levarna sits down with the incredibly inspiring Kellsie Bain an internationally recognized makeup artist, educator, and mentor with over 149,000 followers on Instagram. From doing $40 makeup gigs in her small country town in Australia to building a luxury bridal business that takes her across the globe, Kellsie shares her raw,...

Episode Summary: In this special solo episode, Levarna shares a powerful behind-the-scenes training pulled directly from her signature course, Bridal Ads Mastery . Although a guest interview was postponed, listeners are treated to one of Levarna’s favorite topics: how to get more YESes from bridal clients. Levarna dives into five proven strategies to help bridal beauty pros double their bookings w...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Beauty and the Boss, Levarna sits down with relationship expert Beck Thompson from The Relationship Circle to explore how your romantic life can directly impact your business success. Beck shares insights on navigating love as a female entrepreneur, setting healthy boundaries, and recognizing when a relationship is supporting or sabotaging your goals. They dive...

Episode Summary: In this impactful episode of Beauty and the Boss , Levarna uncovers the often-overlooked secret to a thriving bridal beauty business: the client journey. While flawless artistry matters, she explains that what truly sets top artists apart is how they make clients feel before, during, and after the service. From inquiry to post-wedding follow-ups, Levarna breaks down a luxury clien...

Episode Summary: In this intimate and inspiring episode, Levarna sits down with her long-time hairdresser and now powerhouse salon owner, Hannah Stechman . From humble beginnings as a teen looking for a way out of school, Hannah's journey is one of transformation, self-discovery, and strategic growth. Now the proud owner of Splendid Hair , a cutting-edge home salon, and a brand ambassador for inte...

Episode Summary: In this episode, Levarna shares her hard-earned wisdom on one of the most common questions she receives as a successful bridal business owner: Should I build a team? Whether you're a fully booked solo artist dreaming of freedom, more income, or scaling your brand, Levarna walks you through the real pros and cons of building a bridal team from hiring artists and admin support to st...

Episode Summary: In this episode, Levarna dives into a timely and common concern among bridal hair and makeup artists: the sudden quiet periods in client inquiries and bookings. Prompted by a DM from a coaching client, the episode explores the reality behind slow booking seasons and how artists can maintain a consistent flow of inquiries year-round even in traditionally slow months like winter. In...

Episode Summary: In this empowering episode of Beauty and the Boss , Levarnaa tackles one of the most common fears among bridal makeup artists: raising your prices without scaring away clients. If you've ever felt stuck undercharging for your services or fearful that increasing your rates might drive away potential brides, this episode is your pep talk and strategy guide in one. Levarna walks you...

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, Levarna , your host and founder of the Book More Brides Artist Academy , welcomes the incredible Rosemary who goes by Rose the visionary behind Empress Makeup, Skin & Beauty , a thriving bridal beauty business based in Perth, Australia. Rose shares her powerful journey of transformation: from running a solo operation in her garage while juggling mom...

In this powerful and deeply personal masterclass episode, Levarna shares the foundational principles behind creating a successful business and life by transforming your mindset. Through a mix of raw personal storytelling and actionable strategies, she explores how mindset shapes our financial realities, the importance of emotional awareness, and how to manifest the future you dream of. Levarna div...

Episode Summary: In this episode, Levarna shares her personal journey from side hustle to six-figure success, outlining her powerful 8-step Zero to 100K Framework. Designed specifically for bridal hair and makeup artists, this foundational training helps listeners understand what’s really holding them back, what sets successful artists apart, and how to build a business that brings both profit and...

Episode Summary: In this foundational episode of Beauty and the Boss , Levarna welcomes her first expert guest, Laura O’Hagan , a chartered accountant turned business mentor and certified Profit First professional. Laura shares how bridal beauty business owners can increase profit, not just revenue by implementing the Profit First system. They dive into common pricing and cash flow mistakes, and h...

Episode Summary: In this foundational episode of Beauty and the Boss , Levarna unveils her exact framework for building a six-figure bridal business, titled The Three Pillars of Success . This trio— Mindset, Map, and Motor —offers a holistic, step-by-step strategy designed to empower bridal artists to elevate their businesses with clarity, intention, and automation. Whether you’re a beginner or an...

SUMMARY: In the first episode of Beauty and the Boss , Levarna dives into the five major mistakes that bridal makeup artists (MUAs) and hairstylists often make while trying to grow their businesses. She offers practical advice on how to shift these habits to build a more successful, consistent, and profitable business. Levarna discusses the importance of niching down, setting proper pricing, takin...

I’m Levarna Wolland—business coach for bridal hair and makeup artists, and host of Beauty and the Boss Podcast . If you’re a passionate HMUA who’s ready to build a real, profitable business doing what you love, you’re in the right place. I took my bridal beauty biz from overwhelmed to multi-six-figures, and now I’m here to help you do the same. In this podcast, I’m sharing what actually works—no f...