Lashing Out and Nailing Life

Thinking about starting your own business but have no idea where to begin? Or maybe you've already taken the leap and feel like you're figuring everything out as you go. In this solo episode, Ema shares the things she wishes someone had told her before becoming a business owner, from choosing a niche, LLCs, business banking, taxes, budgeting, and insurance to buying products, creating syst...

Running a business can be rewarding… but it can also be mentally exhausting in ways people don’t always talk about. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about mental health and self-employment — the pressure to always keep going, the emotional side of entrepreneurship, feeling isolated, and the conversations so many business owners avoid having. We talk about stress, anxiety, ident...

Feeling “behind” is something almost everyone experiences at some point, especially while building a business, or scrolling through social media watching everyone else hit milestones. In this episode, we’re talking about the pressure to keep up, comparison culture, and the reminder that your life doesn’t have to look like everyone else’s to still be meaningful and successful. We talk about social...

Money, pricing, and guilt… it’s something so many people in the beauty industry struggle with, but don’t always talk about honestly. In this episode, we’re getting real about what it feels like to charge for your time, raise your prices, and navigate the guilt that can come with making more money. We talk about how our pricing has evolved, the mindset shifts that come with valuing your work, and t...

There’s a lot of pressure to get things “right” before you start, in business and in life. In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when you stop waiting for everything to feel ready and just start showing up anyway. We get into how perfectionism can hold you back, what consistency actually looks like in real life, and why messy progress is often what leads to real growth. If you’ve ever...

Burnout is something so many people experience, especially in the beauty industry… but we don’t always talk about it honestly. In this episode, we’re having a real conversation about what burnout actually looks like, why it’s so common, and how to start recognizing it before it gets overwhelming. We talk about the mental, physical, and emotional side of burnout, how it can build over time, and why...

We’ve been a little MIA lately… so in this episode, Ema hops on for a quick life update, and a few exciting things we’ve been working on. We’re also currently planning our October event and looking for speakers, panel participants, volunteers, and anyone who wants to be involved. ✨ Interested in the event? Learn more + apply here:👉 https://forms.gle/U29AEsgHCxBheecK6 I also share more about my m...

The beauty industry is constantly evolving, from new product regulations and ingredient conversations to viral trends, changing techniques, and rising service prices. In this episode, we talk about what’s really shifting in the industry right now and what it means for both beauty professionals and clients. From builder gel trends and natural nail services to the influence of social media and the r...

Running a small business can look exciting from the outside… but the loneliness behind the scenes is something no one really talks about. In this episode, we open up about the isolating side of entrepreneurship, and why being surrounded by people doesn’t always mean they understand. If you’ve ever felt alone while building your business, this conversation is for you! Also in the spirit of communit...

Safety is one of the most important (and most misunderstood) topics in the beauty industry. In this episode of LONL we talk about what we were taught, what we weren’t, and what we’ve learned since stepping outside of traditional beauty education. We discuss: • Why “school safety” isn’t the full picture • Chemical vs. skin safety• Outdated practices still being passed down • The importance of ongoi...

In this episode of Sit, Sip & Yap , we’re catching up on everything that’s been happening in our lives lately ☕🤍 From big personal changes to career growth, we’re talking about settling into a new season and what that’s looked like behind the scenes. We chat about moving in together and finally feeling at home, going back to classes for advanced skincare education, and navigating growth whil...

Season 2 is officially here 🤍In this episode, we’re sitting down to talk about goals, growth, and the energy we’re bringing into 2026personally, professionally, and creatively. We reflect on what we’re leaving behind, what we’re intentionally building, and how we’re choosing to move forward with more alignment this year.✨ We also share details about an upcoming event we’re hosting! Something we’...

Welcome to our winter edition of “things we’re obsessed with… and things we absolutely can’t stand.” From cozy skincare routines and dry-skin saviors to winter icks, seasonal burnout, cold-weather client chaos, and everything in between , we’re sharing the products, habits, comforts, and random winter realities we’re loving (and the ones we wish we could unsubscribe from). It’s cozy, chaotic, hone...

The holidays can be magical… and absolutely chaotic. In this episode, we’re talking about the real side of the holiday season as beauty pros and business owners , from being slammed with bookings to those random slow weeks that make you question everything. We break down how to manage stress, create boundaries, take guilt-free time off, and balance work with family when the calendar is overflowing...

It’s the season of gratitude, and in this episode, we’re slowing down to reflect on what we’re truly thankful for in business, life, and everything in between. From lessons learned the hard way to the little wins that make it all worth it, we’re sharing the things (and people) that shaped our year and helped us grow. It’s cozy, real, and the perfect reminder to pause and appreciate how far you’ve...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and in this episode, we’re having one of the most important and vulnerable conversations we’ve ever shared. Jade opens up about her personal experience, and together we talk about recognizing the signs, supporting survivors, and the importance of awareness in and outside of the beauty industry. This episode is heavier than our usual content, but it’s a...

This week, we’re spilling the scary side of the beauty world! From first salon job horror stories to the realities no one tells you about beauty school, and owning your own business. 👻It’s not all glitter and glam, sometimes it’s “what did I get myself into” moments.✨ Stream now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts! The Pods Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lashingoutandnailin...

It’s cozy season! 🍁 In this episode of Lashing Out & Nailing Life, we’re diving into our fall favorites — from seasonal vibes and cozy must-haves to the little things that make this time of year so comforting. Of course… in true LONL fashion, we take a few tangents. 🎬 Ema goes down a movie spiral (because what’s fall without a binge-worthy list?), and both of us can’t resist a deep dive into...

Networking: some people swear by it, others avoid it like the plague. In this episode, we’re diving into the real side of networking, the wins, the struggles, and the downright awkward moments that no one tells you about. Topics in this episode: -When networking works (and when it doesn’t) -The costs and time commitments no one mentions -How to tell if a group is the right fit for you -Building co...

We’ve all had those moments that feel like the absolute end of the world , until they’re not. In this episode, we’re getting real (and a little vulnerable) about times in our lives and businesses that shook us, broke us down, or made us think “this is it”… only to realize later they were just chapters in the bigger story. If you’ve ever cried over a setback, questioned your path, or felt like you...

This one’s for the beauty pros, small biz owners, and future entrepreneurs 👀 In this episode, we’re answering some real questions about starting and running a business. From the hardest moments to the biggest sighs of relief. We’re sharing: ✨ What we wish we knew before starting 😬 Business regrets we’ve had to learn the hard way 📌 The moments that made us feel like, “Okay, this is worth it.”...

If we could go back and talk to our younger selves, this is exactly what we’d say. In this episode, we’re sharing the personal, business, and life advice we wish someone told us when we were first starting out. From confidence and boundaries to burnout and business lessons, we’re diving into the real stuff no one prepares you for. Whether you’re in your 20s or just figuring it all out, this one’s...

At the start of the year, we set big, bold 2025 goals, and now it’s time to check ourselves. What did we crush? What completely flopped? And what new dreams are popping up instead? We’re getting honest about the goals we’ve stuck with, the ones we’ve ignored, and how we’re pivoting moving forward. Come do a mid-year reality check with us! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts. The Pods...

Episode 12 is HERE and we’re bringing the heat 🔥 We’re talking unfiltered beauty + biz trends—what we’re obsessed with, what needs to go, and what we’re just confused by 😅 No shade (okay maybe a little)... but these are our honest takes. 🎧 Stream now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts! Tell us in the comments, what trend do YOU love or hate right now? The Pods Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.i...

We asked AI to roast our Instagram… and let’s just say it did not hold back 😂 From awkward bios to cringey captions, we’re reading it all and reacting in real time. Come laugh with us (or at us) and hear how getting dragged by a robot somehow turned into a pep talk. Streaming now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts! The Pods Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lashingoutandnailinglife/⁠...