Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I'm talking to you about one of the things I see my #FriendsinBeauty neglect when building their businesses and that's, knowing their audience. Having You Been Struggling With: -Low engagement on social media -Inconsistent bookings -Clients debating with you about your rates -Getting frustrated and discouraged when potential clients don’t want to pay your rate ....then it may be time to revamp and get to know your audience better. Knowing your audience all ...
Jul 14, 2021•21 min
Today I’m sharing a fear story with you. I recently went on a two week vacation to Senegal with my family and experienced a lot of firsts...one of which was ziplining. I was so pumped about zip lining until it was time to zipline. Then my FEAR started to kick in along with some doubt and anxiety. My experience with zip lining made me reflect on other times that I’ve experienced fear and I realized I’m no stranger to this and it’s literally the same process I go through every time I’ve been afrai...
Jul 07, 2021•19 min
Today I welcome the #1 fan of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, Zahra Dial, my niece to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Zahra is 8 years old and loves tuning into the Friends in Beauty Podcast. She has also expressed that she wants to have her own podcast one day so while we're in Senegal on a family vacation I thought it would be a good idea for her to interview me for the podcast. She came up with some great questions on her own. In this interview I share: -What inspired me to do the Friends i...
Jun 30, 2021•17 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast Akua talks about Imposter Syndrome and gives you 5 ways to overcome it so that you can begin to feel confident and deserving of your accomplishments. Statistics show that 70% of people experience imposter syndrome at some point in their lives. It may show up as feeling like you got lucky, not feeling deserving, feeling like you deceived people and will soon be exposed, and much more. Usually people who suffer from imposter syndrome are people who hold thems...
Jun 23, 2021•26 min
Today I welcome the CEO of Rich In Color Cosmetics, Shalena Edwards, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Rich In Color comes after Shalena’s years of experience working as an Executive and Business Manager for top-tier beauty brands. As a Mom -preneur juggling two businesses and five children Shalena has launched a beauty brand, especially keeping in mind the skin tones of women of color. From rich glam to soft hues, these pigmented products offer you rich colors and shades to adorn any occasi...
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast Akua shares her tips for curing comparison syndrome This is something that we all go through from time to time. I mean, we’re only human right. It’s hard to resist the urge to compare ourselves to others. But there’s a thin line between healthy and unhealthy comparisons. If you’re observing someone in admiration & using them as motivation to step up your game that can be considered a healthy comparison. However, when the thoughts turn inward and become ...
Jun 09, 2021•19 min
Today I welcome my first international guest to the Friends in Beauty guest chair, Asare Prince. Asare Prince is a Professional Makeup Artist and a Beauty Consultant based in Accra, Ghana. His specialty is in Editorial, Print/Magazines and Bridal parties. He has gotten the opportunity to work and be the head of makeup for most fashion weeks in Ghana: KUMASI FASHION WEEK, GLITZ AFRICA FASHION WEEK, DEBONAIR AFRIK STYLE LOUNGE and more. He has also helped to create campaign shoots for some renowne...
Jun 02, 2021•58 min
Today I welcome Daria Wright to the Friends in Beauty guest chair! Daria Wright is Emmy Award winning Hairstylist and Makeup Artist working in TV & Film. She is also CEO and founder of her newly formed beauty company Conglamourate Inc. Her work experience for over a decade has been in fashion editorial including New York Fashion Week , photo shoots for Glamour, Essence, WWD, Modern Bride, and Marie Claire to print advertising campaigns and commercials for brands including H&M, Target, Re...
May 26, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Today I welcome Kumiko Ming to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Kumiko is a photographer, businesswoman, and the owner of House of Uni. Founded in 2014 Kumiko, a Caribbean woman, wanted something that would represent her culture. With almost 2 decades under her belt in the beauty and fashion industry she wanted to create products that embodied everything she loves; travel, Caribbean music and the unity of people. Starting right from her kitchen is where the Calypso Collection was born. Inspire...
May 19, 2021•1 hr 24 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome Mikey Moran - CEO of Private Label Extensions to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Mikey Moran is a serial entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Private Label Extensions, a hair extension and technology company helping entrepreneurs launch and manage their brands. Private Label Extensions is ranked number 278 of the Inc. 5000 and the number one fastest-growing beauty business in the country by Cosmetic Business. Mikey has been featured on ABC, ...
May 12, 2021•1 hr 11 min
This is a special episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast because today The Friends in beauty podcast turns 1 years old! On May 5, 2020 I launched The Friends in Beauty in Podcast in the hopes of having a space where I could have real and open conversations around how some of our #FriendsinBeauty made it to where they are + to also share some practical information that you can use to elevate your business and shift your mindset. Over this last year the Friends in Beauty Podcast has had 57 episo...
May 05, 2021•14 min
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast I’m sharing a current disappointment that I experienced in my business and how I frequently come to the realization that my path to success is NOT what I think it is and I’m honestly learning everyday how to be okay with that. As your Best Friend in Beauty I think it’s my duty to keep it real with you and have an open conversation around not only the good things that occur in my life and business but also the things that aren’t so pretty and that ...
Apr 28, 2021•22 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome Mamé Adjei to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Mame Adjei is a Ghanaian-American international model, activist, and social (issues) entrepreneur, who got her start in the entertainment industry shortly after college, where she simultaneously studied Political Science, African Studies, and Business. Raised in the U.S., Switzerland and Ghana; experiencing and embracing these different cultural backgrounds, allowed her to value her place in this wo...
Apr 21, 2021•1 hr 3 min
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast I want to share with you 7 Tips For Choosing A Coach. This week on the Friends in Beauty YouTube channel I shared “10 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Becoming A Makeup Artist.” One of those things that I wish I knew was that I was going to eventually make some high ticket investments in a coach and you will too one day. You can only get so far with the information that you know. If you want to take your business to the next level or even scale your bu...
Apr 14, 2021•20 min
Today in the Friends in Beauty guest chair we welcome Brittany Rogers, Professional Makeup Artist serving the DMV (DC, MD, and VA) and NYC. With 10 years of experience in the beauty industry Brittany shares everything from her humble beginnings of working in a salon in one of the roughest neighborhoods in Washington, DC to falling in love with the TV & Film industry. She shares tips for getting into the TV & Film industry as well as provides some insight into what to expect. Brittany sha...
Apr 07, 2021•56 min
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast I want to share something that happened to me recently & give you some updates on what’s going on with Friends in Beauty. I had an epiphany of sorts that made me realize that I am living the life that I’m manifesting. I think it’s very important to sit back and reflect or be conscious enough to recognize when things have shifted in your life. We get so caught up in the grind of trying to achieve our goals. When do we actually sit back and real...
Mar 31, 2021•26 min
Today in the Friends in Beauty guest chair we welcome Brian Robinson (BDR), Celebrity Fashion Stylist. Classic is a common word used to describe Fashion/Wardrobe stylist Brian D. Robinson’s (BDR) work. Resiliency is the word BDR uses to describe his journey within his now eight year career within the fashion industry. BDR is known for his keen eye for fashion and his infectious smile! He began his career in fashion/wardrobe styling, in his hometown of Baltimore, MD contributing to OpenFly Magazi...
Mar 24, 2021•1 hr 31 min
Today on the friends in beauty Podcast we welcome Joelle Phillips, Professional Makeup Artist and creator of OMGLO cosmetics. With an original love for photography, Joelle's curiosity in makeup artistry began to blossom on set of photoshoots as she studied the Makeup Artists techniques in order to strengthen her skills as a photographer. After attending the Art Institute of Washington and returning home to Philly, Joelle found difficulty with finding consistent work as a photographer. She soon f...
Mar 17, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I’m sharing “How To Establish Yourself As An Authority In The Beauty Industry.” Many of us want to be known and amongst the who’s who in the beauty industry. But, it can be hard to stand out in an oversaturated market or just hard for your audience to take you seriously, for a number of reasons. In order to be successful we need our audience to know, like, and trust us. So in this episode I’m sharing exactly that...how to get your audience to know, like, an...
Mar 10, 2021•12 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome Nen10doe to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Nen10doe is a nail tech based in the DMV area who went viral during the pandemic for not only doing nails but for shattering the gender & orientation norms that usually come along with being a nail tech. He’s been featured on Good Morning America and WUSA9. Doing nails was never something that Nen10doe saw for his future but after getting kicked out of the Navy, coming home trying to make ends mee...
Mar 03, 2021•52 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome Nen10doe to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Nen10doe is a nail tech based in the DMV area who went viral during the pandemic for not only doing nails but for shattering the gender & orientation norms that usually come along with being a nail tech. He’s been featured on Good Morning America and WUSA9. Doing nails was never something that Nen10doe saw for his future but after getting kicked out of the Navy, coming home trying to make ends mee...
Mar 03, 2021•57 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I’m sharing with you an important + IMPACTFUL event that is going down this Sunday, February 28, 2021. The Black Beauty Roster is hosting its first Virtual Beauty Summit and it’s going to be EPIC! The Black Beauty Roster's mission is to bring meaningful diversity across the fashion and entertainment industry by amplifying the work and talent of Black Beauty Professionals. They believe this can be done by increasing visibility, access and opportunity for Bla...
Feb 24, 2021•11 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome Alexandra “Alex” Butler to the guest chair. Alexandra, known for her blending techniques, flawless applications, and natural use of color, has developed a beauty aesthetic that spans across varying print and film genres. Her collaboration with various makeup brands, television series, fashion and award shows has helped to promote beauty trends amongst people of all ages and nationalities. Her thorough understanding of facial structures, skin types...
Feb 17, 2021•1 hr 17 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I’m sharing with you a little storytime about how I got flewed out to San Francisco. I had the opportunity to be the Key Makeup Artist for the Off Broadway production Mighty Real A Fabulous Sylvester Musical. The show traveled from NYC to San Francisco for 1 month and I had the honor of being a part of the magic. This was one of the most amazing opportunities that I’ve had in my career so far and I’m sharing this story to show you that you don’t have to hav...
Feb 10, 2021•22 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome Vanessa Marie to the guest chair. Vanessa is a launch strategist who helps burnt out 1-1 coaches transition to the group coaching model with her lazy launch + low effort enrollment process. She helps coaches realize they don't have to do more to achieve more. I met Vanessa as a Makeup Artist so, when I saw that she transitioned into coaching I knew that I had to have her on the podcast to share her experience. In this interview Vanessa shares: Her...
Feb 03, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome my significant other, my boo, my partner in crime, my boyfriend, David Daley, to the guest chair. David and I have known each other for 5 years and he has played a big role in my life by supporting me as I build my beauty empire. It’s not easy dating a beautypreneur. The emotional rollercoaster is real. Work-life balance can be non-existent sometimes, and the lack of uncertainty when it comes to your income can be challenging. I believe it takes a...
Jan 27, 2021•46 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast Akua shares one of the easiest ways to filter the type of clients you work with. You ever wonder why some people get the type of clients that you wish for? Is it your social media feed? Is it the products that you use in your kit? Is it the camera that you use? Well you’ll just have to tune into this episode to find out. It’s something very simple that a lot of beauty professionals overlook as a factor that either attracts or repels the type of clients that...
Jan 20, 2021•20 min
Ep. 42: How To Boss Up In 2021 ! Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast Akua shares her tips for How To Boss Up In 2021! 2020 is behind us now. Although we’re still living in the aftermath of the most historic year of our lives (so far) we have to move forward. Are you ready to boss up? How are you going to use this fresh start to your advantage? If you’re not sure this episode has some suggestions for you. Akua also shares 6 tips for bossing up in 2021. So if you’re still excited about the New ...
Jan 13, 2021•22 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast Akua shares her excitement for the New Year, twenty-twenty won and sends you her well wishes for a prosperous year! Akua also shares the plans that she has for Friends in Beauty in the New Year which include continuing with the Friends in Beauty Podcast, more beauty education + resources, and some in person and virtual events. Share this episode with your other #FriendsinBeauty, family and friends who can benefit from the information being shared. Enjoy thi...
Jan 06, 2021•12 min
Today on the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome LA Celebrity Makeup Artist Bobbie Riley to the guest chair. Bobbie started doing makeup at the age of 16 and started her professional makeup career on set at 17 shadowing Celebrity Makeup Artists such as Joanna Simkin. She from there built up her clientele, name, and brand and began generating her own clientele and name in her industry. Bobbie is now today one of the youngest & most sought after upcoming on set Makeup Artists yet still seeks t...
Dec 30, 2020•1 hr 5 min
