In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Aesthetics provider and owner of The Curated Aesthetic, English Black, PA-C for a powerful conversation on leadership, confidence, and building a business that puts people first. English shares her unconventional path into the aesthetics world, sparked by a personal experience watching a loved one’s insecurities be exploited. That moment inspired her to redefine beauty standards and create a practice rooted in emotional connection, advocacy, and integri...
Jun 30, 2025•51 min
In this episode, I’m sharing something really personal—and honestly, deeply relevant to anyone navigating growth as a business owner. As I travel this summer for my son’s lacrosse season, I’ve found myself feeling that familiar entrepreneurial anxiety…the kind that creeps in when you’re away from your business and wondering if things are still running smoothly without you. This season has forced me to take a closer look at how I lead, how I protect my energy, and what I’m actually saying yes to ...
Jun 23, 2025•17 min
In this bonus replay episode, I’m diving into one of the most misunderstood—and let’s be honest, most avoided—topics in business: employee compensation. If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to pay your team fairly while still growing your business sustainably, this episode is for you. I’m sharing why compensation is about so much more than just money, and how to position your business as a place where top talent wants to work—not just a paycheck. You’ll hear my five best practices for building s...
Jun 16, 2025•17 min
This week on the Fierce Factor Podcast, Strategic Growth Advisor Krista Donargo steps in with a powerful episode inspired by her time on stage at the Cult Conference in Nashville. If you've ever found yourself second-guessing how to talk about your business—or leaning on generic industry phrases that don't reflect the real depth of your work—this episode is your permission slip to do things differently. Krista explores the messaging gap we see at every stage of growth—yes, even in seven-figure p...
Jun 09, 2025•11 min
In a saturated market where visibility alone isn’t enough, trust is your most valuable currency. In this episode of The Fierce Factor Podcast , I’m breaking down what it really takes to go from overlooked to undeniable—not through flashy marketing, but through intentional brand leadership. We’ll explore five foundational steps to build brand authority that doesn't just capture attention, but earns lasting respect. If you want to become the lighthouse in your market (instead of shouting through a...
Jun 02, 2025•20 min
In this powerful and timely episode of The Fierce Factor Podcast, I share a deeply personal reflection on evolving as a founder, mother, and leader—while navigating what I call “the new era” of entrepreneurship. From rethinking my own growth strategy to embracing AI as a tool for high-touch client experience, I open the curtain on what it really looks like to run a lean, high-performance company in today’s shifting economy. I break down the three core areas of focus that are fueling KLC’s next e...
May 26, 2025•26 min
In this special bonus replay episode, I revisit one of the most impactful and requested conversations from the archive—a powerful message for every female entrepreneur who’s juggling big dreams with real-life demands. Lately, I’ve been in deep conversation with women who are feeling the pressure of doing it all—running a business, staying healthy, being present with family and friends, and holding onto the lifestyle they envisioned when they first started. If that sounds familiar, this episode i...
May 19, 2025•18 min
In this inspiring guest expert episode of The Fierce Factor, I sat down with Pop Leadership Academy member and founder of Bare Skin Marin, Hilary Baer Hogan, for a raw and powerful conversation about building a purpose-driven business in aesthetics. Hilary shares how she transformed personal tragedy into professional triumph, using the loss of her mother as the catalyst to launch her now award-winning practice. Together, we explore what it really takes to scale a values-aligned brand, including ...
May 12, 2025•59 min
In this special live episode of The Fierce Factor, recorded at the ALT Experience, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, and intentional living advocate Sahil Bloom for a conversation that completely redefines what it means to be successful. Sahil’s story is both humbling and inspiring. From managing a $3.5 billion private equity fund to walking away from it all to pursue a more intentional life, he shares the pivotal moment that forced hi...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 9 min
In this week’s episode of The Fierce Factor, I’m unpacking one of the most important conversations I’ve had in a long time—how to lead, build, and sustain a thriving aesthetic or wellness business in the midst of a rapidly shifting economy. Fresh off our annual ALT Experience, I’ve been reflecting on what it really means to be a female founder today. When I asked a room of powerhouse women how many of them had a grandmother who built a million-dollar business, not a single hand went up. That mom...
Apr 28, 2025•17 min
Fresh from the transformative ALT Experience—our annual leadership retreat for powerhouse women in aesthetics and wellness—I’m still buzzing with energy and inspiration. This year, we were joined by none other than New York Times bestselling author Sahil Bloom, who led a thought-provoking session on redefining success and building a business that supports your highest values rather than drains them. In that spirit, today’s episode is a special replay that dives deep into what it really means to ...
Apr 21, 2025•25 min
In this heartfelt bonus replay episode of The Fierce Factor , I’m reflecting on a powerful conversation I had with one of our Academy members—one that reignited my passion for exploring the deeper meaning of leadership. While so much of the conversation around team building tends to focus on strategies, checklists, and metrics, this episode takes a different path—one rooted in introspection, purpose, and lived experience. I revisit a formative moment from early in my medical sales career, when a...
Apr 14, 2025•22 min
The Aesthetic and Wellness industry is buzzing with conversations about private equity. Are these investments a boon or a threat to independent med spa owners? In this episode of the Fierce Factor Podcast, I cut through the noise and provide you with the strategic knowledge you need to navigate this evolving landscape. We'll explore what private equity is, why it's so interested in the med spa sector, and the critical pros and cons of partnering with these firms. This isn't just about understand...
Apr 07, 2025•25 min
In this episode of The Fierce Factor Podcast, I sit down with Heidi Hermel, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, a long-time KLC client and powerhouse CEO of The Skin Clinic in Mankato, Minnesota. When Heidi first started her business, she was a solopreneur juggling it all—answering phones, managing operations, and treating patients—while generating over half a million dollars in revenue. Fast forward to today, and she’s scaling toward an eight-figure business, investing in real estate, and building a legacy brand...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Welcome back to The Fierce Factor Podcast. This episode marks the launch of our first-ever book club pick inside the Fierce Factor Society —and a major announcement that will take this experience to the next level. April’s Book Club Pick: The Five Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom This book redefines wealth beyond financial success. Sahil introduces a powerful framework that breaks wealth into five categories: Time Wealth – Gaining control over your time and prioritizing what fuels you. Social Weal...
Mar 24, 2025•18 min
In this episode of The Fierce Factor Podcast , I’m pulling back the curtain on the real challenges of leadership, the broken conference model in our industry, and what it actually takes to build a high-impact, sustainable business. I’m sharing the pivotal moments that shaped my journey—from being asked to pay to speak at events to launching the ALT Experience as a space for true, unsponsored thought leadership. Here’s what I’m diving into: Why the pay-to-play model is failing our industry—and wh...
Mar 17, 2025•22 min
If you’ve ever felt like your business is running you instead of the other way around, this episode is your wake-up call. I see so many business owners working harder just to pay their employees, rather than leading a self-sustaining team—and I’m here to help you break that cycle. In this episode, I’m diving into why micromanaging and fear of letting go are keeping you stuck in burnout, resentment, and stalled growth. I’ll show you how to step into your role as a visionary leader and stop being ...
Mar 10, 2025•12 min
Success isn’t just about numbers—it’s about building a business that amplifies your life, not consumes it. In this episode of The Fierce Factor, we’re flipping the script on success and redefining what it truly means to build a business that serves you first. We’ve been conditioned to believe that scaling means sacrificing, that building wealth means burning out, and that if we want freedom, we have to compromise financial success. But what if that’s all a lie? Enter the Life-First Business Mode...
Mar 03, 2025•22 min
Hiring the right team isn’t just about filling roles—it’s about finding, developing, and leading intrapreneurs who will help me scale my business. In this episode of The Fierce Factor Podcast, I’m diving into the game-changing strategies I use to build a high-performing, self-led team that operates with passion, ownership, and growth potential. Here’s what I’m sharing in this episode: Why hiring out of desperation leads to misalignment and burnout—and what I do instead. The difference between em...
Feb 24, 2025•12 min
In this week’s episode we’re unpacking one of the most overlooked strategies in business growth: your leadership DNA. Scaling a business isn’t just about strategy—it’s about how you lead, how you communicate expectations, develop your team, and create an environment where excellence isn’t just encouraged but expected. Leadership isn’t a title; it’s the foundation of your company’s growth, sustainability, and long-term impact. Every leader has a distinct style, whether they recognize it or not. U...
Feb 17, 2025•20 min
Have you ever had a conversation that leaves you so inspired you are buzzing inside? Well get ready to meet one of the most dynamic women in aesthetics. In this episode of The Fierce Factor, I sit down with the incredible Morgan Kraut Hylairides, RN, BSN, founder and CEO of MK Aesthetics. Morgan shares her powerful journey from working as a nurse and fitness instructor to building a thriving aesthetics practice with a team of ten. We dive into the importance of personal growth, resilience, and m...
Feb 10, 2025•52 min
Welcome to February, leader—my favorite month of the year! As I celebrate nine years in business and prepare to launch the most soul-aligned movement I’ve ever created, I’m reflecting on the lessons that have shaped my journey. One of the biggest? Sustainable growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. That’s why, this week, I’m bringing back one of our most downloaded episodes from 2022—because the principles still hold true today. Compensation is more than just a paycheck; it’s a t...
Feb 03, 2025•19 min
As a leader, one of the most critical questions you’ll face is how transparent you should be about your business’s financial health and goals. It’s a balancing act—sharing enough to build trust and drive alignment without creating unnecessary stress or confusion. In this episode of The Fierce Factor , we’re diving into the nuanced world of transparency in leadership. I’ll help you understand how to approach transparency as a powerful strategy that fuels trust, motivation, and alignment while pro...
Jan 27, 2025•16 min
In this week’s episode of The Fierce Factor, we dive into the critical and timely topic of psychological safety in the workplace. Joined by Krista Donargo, KLC’s strategic growth advisor, we unpack the true meaning of psychological safety and why it’s a foundational element for building thriving teams and businesses in 2025 and beyond. Krista, a seasoned expert with a background in psychoanalysis and communication, brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation. With years of experience coachi...
Jan 20, 2025•36 min
In this episode of The Fierce Factor, I’m joined by the extraordinary Allie McAllister—nurse practitioner, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Cult Aesthetics, Cult Conference, and Squeeze Skin. From her start at a cadaver lab in 2020 to leading three thriving businesses in the aesthetics industry, Allie’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Together, we explore what it takes to grow and scale with intention, all while maintaining integrity in your brand and practice. Allie candidly shares the tr...
Jan 13, 2025•1 hr
Each year, I like to start the season by reflecting on what’s happening in the aesthetics industry—sharing key insights and leveraging my experience to help you make sense of the trends and opportunities shaping our space. Join me in this episode of The Fierce Factor as I share a forward-thinking forecast of trends that are reshaping the industry (spoiler: it’s expanding in exciting ways). Together, we’ll explore actionable business strategies to help you navigate and capitalize on the "perfect ...
Jan 06, 2025•23 min
In this special episode of The Fierce Factor , I’m excited to share my recent guest appearance on the Girls of Grit podcast, hosted by the inspiring Annalisa Rhodes and Cynthia Faquera. During our conversation, we explored themes of resilience, leadership, and what it truly means to rise as a woman in competitive industries. I opened up about my journey from medical device sales to founding KLC Consulting and the POP Leadership Academy, sharing key lessons I’ve learned about leveraging grit, emp...
Dec 30, 2024•43 min
In this episode, I’m sharing a clip from our Epic Growth in 2025 Strategic Planning Masterclass , where I linked arms with a group of passionate entrepreneurs to map out what it actually takes to create a breakthrough year. If you weren’t able to attend the live masterclass, this episode gives you a preview of the strategies and insights I shared to help business leaders hone their focus and prepare for sustainable growth in the coming year. I reflect on my own journey—from setting simple revenu...
Dec 23, 2024•25 min
What’s holding you back from reaching your full potential? In this episode, I’m diving into what it really takes to unlock your next level of growth as we reflect on the insights gained during our recent strategic planning masterclass. From the transformative stories of trailblazing women to the frustrations I feel seeing so much untapped potential among ambitious leaders, we’ll explore how mindset shifts and bold decisions can redefine your future. This week, I’m sharing my own experiences navi...
Dec 16, 2024•14 min
Ever wondered what it takes to go from fully booked provider to visionary CEO? In this episode of The Fierce Factor, we’re sharing a powerful POP Leadership Academy group coaching call, featuring the incredible Sarah Berg, DNP, FNP-C. As part of our Expert Speaker series, Sarah shares her bold journey to building Bespoke Beauty in Montana, diving into lessons on embracing uncertainty, trusting yourself, and making fearless decisions. Together, we tackle the real challenges of leadership, scaling...
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr
