Mastering Beauty from Beauty Cast Network

Lydia Sarfati, founder and president of skincare company Repechage, is one of the most successful women in the spa and salon industry. The recipient of numerous industry awards and an enthusiastic mentor, Lydia wrote the book "Success at Your Fingertips" in response to the many requests for advice she receives as she travels the world. Listen in for some of Lydia's best advice - part 3...

Change is a constant in both our lives and careers. Too often, however, lessons to be learned are missed as we work our way through the 'moments' at hand. Career and business thought leader and renowned coach, Nina Kovner shares her views on how to view change proactively in order to best move your career and life forward as both continue to unfold in front of us every day.

The OG Coach himself, @michaelcole_summit joins us to talk about the importance and power of "willingness" in being coached -and the fundamental steps required of us all to get the most out of coachable moments in our careers (and lives). With coaching on the rise in the pro beauty industry, this is a profoundly important conversation that is sure to inform. Powerful insights ahead! 

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 3 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey'-from prospect to 1st-time clients excited to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share insights into each of the client touch points to consider to maximize the results of our efforts in building sustainable success. Stay tuned f...

After 45 years in the pro beauty, barber and wellness industry, Gordon shares lessons learned for creating long, successful and satisfying careers. In this episode, he discusses 5 essential drivers of success: Passion, Practice, Perseverance, Patience – and People. Based on decades of conversations with some of the most successful professionals from across the industry, Gordon suggests that paying...

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 6 of our 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey' - from prospect to paying client primed to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share her considerable insights into another of the essential touch points in the journey. In this episode, we discuss the importance of remaining i...

A four-decade long veteran of the professional salon industry, @RuthRoche is 8-time winner of the prestigious North American Hairstyling Awards, Redken Global Hair Educator, and renowned Coach. She is passionate about "empowering beauty professionals to create what they see" - and supporting the dreams and aspirations of more pros than we can count. Listen in for Ruths's take on creati...

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 2 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey' - from prospect to paying client primed to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share her considerable insights into another of the essential touch points in the journey. In this episode, we discuss the booking process -and the im...

Understanding and providing great service is foundational to building sustainable success in today's spas, salons, and shops. Lydia Sarfati, founder and president of skincare company Repechage, wrote the book "Success at Your Fingertips" in response to the many requests for advice she receives from professionals across the globe. One of the most successful women in the spa and salon in...

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 5 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important Client Journey - from prospect to 1st-time and repeat clients excited to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share insights - this time into the opportunities around client checkout and rebooking, as a part of the overall journey. Stay tuned for more Mas...

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 1 of a 7-part series focused on the all important 'client journey'-from prospective to paying client primed to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share her insights into each of the touch points that we should be considering when looking to maximize the results of our efforts in building sustai...

One of the most widely recognized and respected business educators, coaches, and keynote speakers, Gino Stampora has undoubtedly helped to transform the careers and lives of many thousands of professionals worldwide. In this episode, Gino shares his best advice across a variety of topics - including the importance of understanding our industry's history within the context of today.

Part 2 of our in depth conversation with 9 of our favorite artists/educators/ICONS offering lessons learned to date in 2024– plus some great advice for anyone looking for a long and sustainable career. Our all-star panel includes Tabatha Coffey, Sam Villa, Paula Peralta, Patrick Butler, Siiri Parks, Alfredo Lewis, Chris Baran, John Mosley, Winn Claybaugh - and Beauty Cast Network founder Penny Bur...

Nine of our favorite artists/educators/ICONS offer up lessons learned so far in 2024– plus their very best advice for anyone looking for a long and sustainable career.  This is Part 1 of our 2 part mini-series with our all-star panel discussion featuring Tabatha Coffey, Sam Villa, Paula Peralta, Patrick Butler, Siiri Parks, Alfredo Lewis, Chris Baran, John Mosley, Winn Claybaugh - and Beauty Cast...

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 4 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey'-from prospect to 1st-time and repeat clients excited to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share insights into each of the client touch points to consider to maximize the results of our efforts in building sustainable success. S...

Ulta Beauty's Head of Education & Creative Anna Manukyan has an absolute passion for sharing her considerable knowledge and insights into financial literacy. A certified educator and licensed financial agent, Anna is co-founder of the Beauty Finance Group and author of the new e-book, Financial Mastery. After hearing Anna's primer on financial literacy fundamentals for beauty, wellness...

Award-winning artist & educator Chrystofer Benson on the importance of creativity - regardless of your career aspirations. With over 100 awards/titles to his name, Chrystofer began his creative journey in beauty school when he first stepped into the hair competitions space. From there, he developed a passion for creating that has taken him literally around the globe. Listen in for Chrystofer&#...

One of the best ways to understand the mindset (and aspirations) of our newest generation of professional is to connect with those working closest with them as they begin their journey. To that end, our guest today is a dynamic and passionate NYC-based school director/educator with the largest group of private cosmetology, barbering, and esthetics schools in the US, Paul Mitchell the Schools. Dian...

Head of Education & Creative at Ulta Beauty, Anna Manukyan is a beauty pro with a 'twist'! In addition to her expertise in all things beauty, Anna is a Certified Financial Educator and licensed financial agent. Co-founder of the Beauty Finance Group, Anna has an absolute passion for sharing her considerable knowledge and insights into financial literacy as the foundation for long, sust...

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 3 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey'-from prospect to 1st-time clients excited to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share insights into each of the client touch points to consider to maximize the results of our efforts in building sustainable success. Stay tuned f...

Educator, artist, and brand ambassador Alfredo Lewis has amassed over 1.5 million followers and 37+ million likes on TikTok. Over the course of his 30+ year career, Alfredo has worked his way up from salon assistant to celebrity stylist, and corporate executive to artist/educator and social media sensation. Like most successful professionals Alfredo has faced his share of adversity - and today, he...

Lydia Sarfati, founder and president of skincare company Repechage, is one of the most successful women in the spa and salon industry! The recipient of numerous industry awards and an enthusiastic mentor, Lydia wrote the book "Success at Your Fingertips" in response to the many requests for advice she receives from professionals as she travels the world. Listen in for some of Lydia's b...

Longtime industry professional Melanie Knapp is the Director of Education for FS Cut & Color (Fantastic Sams). Melanie shares her best advice on creating a long, sustainable, and satisfying career - regardless of your chosen path. We also dig into her journey in becoming an educator and some of the unique responsibilities one assumes in leading others to learn.

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 2 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey' - from prospect to paying client primed to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share her considerable insights into another of the essential touch points in the journey. In this episode, we discuss the booking process -and the im...

Patrice Hector is a 30-year industry veteran with a passion for short hair - and for sharing with others her experience in creating success. Patrice is the owner of K.P. Images Salon in Atlanta, an educator, and the newly published author of “The Ultimate Blueprint for Beauty Professionals”. Focused on sharing how to best build a great brand as a pro while growing your income from behind the chair...