Beauty Behind The Brand

Send us your feedback about the episode! What if saying YES to one opportunity could completely change the direction of your life? ✨ This week on Beauty Behind the Brand , I'm joined by Maria, better known as The Pageant Gal , for an inspiring conversation about confidence, entrepreneurship, personal branding, and the power of creating a life you truly love. Maria went from studying nursing...

Send us your feedback about the episode! What really goes into building a beauty brand? Rebecca joins me again on Beauty Behind the Brand for an honest conversation about creating products, listening to customers, and navigating the uncertainty that comes with growing a business. We chat about the decisions behind a product launch, finding confidence before you feel ready, and learning when to ask...

Send us your feedback about the episode! We're kicking off a new season of Beauty Behind the Brand with our first guest, Eden Sammy, founder of Eden Sammy Studios! 🎙️✨ In this episode, I'm chatting with Eden about all things personal branding, entrepreneurship, creative direction, and what it really takes to build a brand that stands out in today's digital world. Eden specializes i...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Have a product idea but no idea how to actually turn it into something you can sell? After receiving a listener question about how I developed Miskoka Beauty products, I wanted to pull back the curtain on what creating a beauty product actually looks like. In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned from years of product development—from finding manufact...

Send us your feedback about the episode! “What do you do for work?” That question used to be easy to answer: I own a spa. Now? The answer is a little more complicated. With James starting daycare and Nicole stepping into a new season of work and motherhood, she's taking you behind the scenes of what she actually does for a living and what running Miskoka Beauty really looks like. In this epis...

Send us your feedback about the episode! For a long time, I thought moving to the city might give me more of what I was craving as an entrepreneur, more connections, more opportunities, more networking and a bigger environment to grow in. But every time I drove back to Muskoka, I realized something: the city never really felt like home. In this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , I’m talking abou...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Have you ever felt caught somewhere between the person you used to be and the person you're becoming? You're not unhappy. You don't necessarily want your old life back. But something feels unsettled. You're craving growth, change and a new version of yourself and at the same time, parts of your old identity are surprisingly hard to let g...

Send us your feedback about the episode! What does maternity leave actually look like when you're self-employed? In this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole opens up about preparing for motherhood while running multiple businesses—and why her version of maternity leave looked very different from the traditional year away from work. Years before having James, Nicole knew that if she wa...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Feeling overwhelmed? House a mess? Laundry piling up? Feeling like there are never enough hours in the day? Before convincing yourself you need more time… check your screen time. In this solo episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole shares what she's noticed since becoming much more intentional about putting her phone down—and how something as simpl...

Send us your feedback about the episode! When was the last time you stopped to appreciate how far you've actually come? In this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole shares a candid conversation about reflecting on your journey, celebrating the milestones you often forget, and giving yourself permission to stop chasing the next thing for just a moment. From rediscovering old notebooks f...

Send us your feedback about the episode! After years of chasing the next goal, building businesses, leading a team, and constantly planning five and ten years ahead, I found myself asking a simple question… What if success isn't about doing more? In this episode, I'm sharing the mindset shift that's been changing everything for me after selling my spa, becoming a mom, and going all...

Send us your feedback about the episode! After 10.5 incredible years of owning Muskoka Aesthetics, I officially closed one of the biggest chapters of my life. In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of why I made the decision to sell the business I built from the ground up. I share the emotions that came with letting go, the identity shift that followed, and how becoming a mom compl...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Lately it feels like everyone is entering a new era… and honestly, I don’t think it’s a coincidence. In this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand, Nicole dives into the energy shifts happening lately — from career pivots and identity changes to intentional living, intuition, alignment, and learning how to trust uncomfortable seasons of growth. We chat about:...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Okay… I think I accidentally unlocked the future of shopping and getting dressed as a busy mom and business owner. In this episode, I’m sharing something that completely changed the way I shop, get dressed, and think about my wardrobe… I used AI (yes, ChatGPT) as my personal stylist. As a busy mom and business owner, getting dressed had started to feel over...

Send us your feedback about the episode! In this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole reflects on how far she’s come — both personally and professionally — inspired by the “look how far you’ve come” trend circulating on Instagram. After 10 years in business, Nicole shares a behind-the-scenes look at refreshing and evolving her spa without overspending. From updating ceiling tiles and fresh...

Send us your feedback about the episode! n this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole shares one of the most powerful (and underrated) tools she’s used to grow both her spa and product line — Google Forms . From gathering anonymous client feedback to collecting honest staff insight, Nicole breaks down how simple surveys have helped shape pricing decisions, improve client experience, strength...

Send us your feedback about the episode! In this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole shares the story of how a vision turned into a thriving beauty brand. In 2019, Nicole took her entrepreneurial spirit to new heights with the launch of Miskoka Beauty Inc. — a luxury lash and brow product line rooted in quality, innovation, and results. Built by a beauty professional, for beauty profession...

Send us your feedback about the episode! You might be fully booked — but are you actually making money? In this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole dives into one of the most important (and most avoided) topics in the beauty industry: knowing your numbers . From service pricing and product margins to hidden costs that quietly eat away at profit, this episode is all about moving from busy t...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Beauty Behind the Brand is a podcast for beauty professionals who want to grow a business that supports their life — not consumes it. Hosted by Nicole Manion, this show explores the behind-the-scenes of spa ownership, entrepreneurship, motherhood, leadership, and personal growth in the beauty industry. Through real stories, mindset shifts, and business stra...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Today on Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole dives into one of the most overlooked parts of running a spa or salon — your numbers . 💰 You might be fully booked, but are you actually profitable? Nicole shares how to break down your service costs, product margins, and hidden expenses so you can see where your business is truly thriving (and where it’s quietly l...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Today, Nicole dives into a must-listen topic for every spa & salon owner: cancellation policies .  As we head into the busy season, it’s more important than ever to stand your ground and stick to your policies — it can save you money, time, and a serious headache down the road. Nicole shares: Why knowing your worth matters How to stop people-pleasing an...

Send us your feedback about the episode! Running a salon business can feel like a constant juggling act — and when the pressure builds, it’s easy to feel stuck. In this episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole Manion shares practical, real-world tips to help you push past the frustration and tackle the overwhelm head-on. Whether you're struggling with time management, team challenges, or j...

Send us your feedback about the episode! This episode of Beauty Behind the Brand , Nicole Manion pulls back the curtain on one of the most powerful — yet often overlooked — tools in your salon business: gift cards . Nicole shares her favorite marketing tips and creative tactics to make gift cards work for you — not just during the holidays, but all year long. You'll learn: 💳 Smart strategies...

Send us your feedback about the episode! In this episode, Nicole shares the behind-the-scenes story of how investing in a warehouse changed the game for Miskoka Beauty. From streamlined order fulfilment to more efficient inventory management, she dives into the real, tangible ways this move has improved operations. You’ll also hear her honest take on what it really means to spend money wisely in y...

Send us your feedback about the episode! After three months off the mic, host Nicole Manion returns for an intimate solo episode of Beauty Behind the Brand —this time with a whole new perspective. Nicole opens up about one of the biggest transitions of her life: becoming a mom. In this raw and vulnerable conversation, she shares what it’s been like stepping into motherhood while navigating the fam...