Your Esthetician License Is Just the Beginning: Why Continuing Education Changes Everything

When was the last time you took a class that actually made you excited to be an esthetician again? Here's something I find crazy about our industry. We can graduate from beauty school, get our license, and potentially spend the next 15 or 20 years doing the exact same thing without ever stepping f…

The 7-Minute Brazilian, Fully Booked Waxing & Marketing That Works with Brie Mesquit

You could be the best waxer in the world, but if nobody knows you exist, how are you going to build a clientele? This episode is one I've been SO excited to share! I'm sitting down with Brie Mesquit, founder of Rebel Wax, waxing educator, entrepreneur, and host of The Rebel Show, for a conversati…

Meet the Estheticians: Waxing, Chemical Peels & What's New at Flagstaff Skincare

What really goes into creating a great client experience? It's more than just offering the latest treatments. It's about education, finding your specialty, and understanding what your clients' skin actually needs. In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati sits down with Ava and Brianna, the…

Why I Created ELEVATE: More Than Just a Waxing & Sugaring Conference

What if attending a beauty conference could change more than just your technique? What if it could completely shift how you see yourself, your business, and what's possible for your future? In this solo episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati shares the story behind creating ELEVATE Wax & Sugar S…

Black Friday & Holiday Promo Ideas for Estheticians: How to Hit Your Q4 Goals

Other strong options are How to Hit Your Q4 Revenue Goals: Black Friday & Holiday Spa Promotions or Finish the Year Strong: Black Friday & Holiday Sales Strategies for Estheticians. Episode Description Fourth quarter is here, and if you have revenue goals you still want to hit before the end of t…

Meet the Educators of Elevate 2027: The Wax & Sugar Summit in Sedona

The Elevate 2027 educator lineup is officially here, and Kati is giving you a first look at who is coming to Sedona! In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati shares the educators, demonstrations, certifications, and hands-on education coming to Elevate Wax & Sugar Summit, February 21–23, 2…

Are Beauty Trade Shows Still Worth It? Why Smaller Industry Events Are Changing the Game

Trade shows used to feel like the place to discover what was next in beauty—but as the industry grows, are they still worth the investment? In this solo episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati shares her perspective after attending Be Well Fort Lauderdale and reflects on nearly 16 years of attend…

Know Your Why: Ingredient Knowledge, Imposter Syndrome & Becoming the Skin Nerd with Amanda

Following a skincare protocol is one thing. Understanding why you're using every ingredient is something completely different. In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati sits down with Amanda, owner of Loving My Skin Spa and creator of Skin Nerd Training, to talk about ingredient knowledge, …

Should You Go Solo After Esthetician School? The Truth About Working for Yourself vs. a Salon

Should you open your own esthetics business right out of school, or should you work for an established salon or spa first? There is so much pressure in the beauty industry right now to go solo, become your own boss, open a suite, and build your own brand. And while owning your own business can be …

Stop Comparing & Start Becoming: Nakeisha Hamilton on Finding Your Place in Esthetics

You don't have to have the newest device, follow every skincare trend, or look like the esthetician you see on Instagram to build a successful business. In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati sits down with Nakeisha Hamilton, licensed esthetician and owner of The Rebute, to talk about fi…