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Today we unpack the issues you can encounter when you own a business and you have relationships outside of it. There is so much that goes into it owning a business that people don't understand. It's okay to be honest that you're not able to have high maintenance  relationships at certain points in our lives.

Today the girls sit down with Nicole from Lumi Lash in Lancaster Pa. Nicole talks business ownership and how she went from co-owning to be a sole owner of a salon.

Ramblins about current life and trends, body image issues and just a light hearted chit chatty episode. Weird beauty trends people do!

This episode we dive into what it's like to take a step back and stop shoving clients in our books. We go over the stuff we've learned about owning a business this far and how we've tried to make it easier on ourselves. It's not easy but we're learning and growing as we go.

This episode the girls dive into what it's like to be a more introverted stylist. They go over the highs and lows and discuss ways to make it better for yourself. If you are more introverted you're not alone.

The girls are joined today by their new stylist Taylor! They talk about what it is like to become a stylist nowadays, how Taylor is planning on growing her book switching salons, and just some overall chit chat!

We dive into the current WORLD of the salon industry. We update ya'll on our thoughts of hourly pricing and what has and hasn't worked? We also touch on salon suites again and give our current updated opinions on salon suites. and then little random rants of nonsense.

It's been a year as business owners, we dive into what it's been like and the changes we've been experiencing.  Did we make a profit? What's been new for us?

This week we are joined by Emily! She met the girls in different ways and is now working for them. Emily specializes in brows and lashes but started in the industry doing makeup.

 The girls go over how we are different, some of us don't have a plan and that's okay.

This episode we unpack... should you have to take PTO to go see your hair stylist? Should hair stylist work nights and weekends? Our opinion may not surprise you.

unfiltered, unedited mini episode of us going down strange rabbit holes for your enjoyment.

Ever wrestled with that nagging voice in your head that says you're not good enough, or that you don't truly belong at the top of your game? Our latest episode peels back the curtain on the ever-present imposter syndrome, sharing not just my own tales of navigating these treacherous waters but also the personal stories of others.

Parenthood, with its profound shifts in identity, can often compound these feelings of fraudulence, and we're laying it all on the table. We share the raw emotional journey, from the milestones that make us question our role in our children's lives to the disassociation that can shock us at the most unexpected times. It's a chapter about embracing the chaos, seeking therapy, and finding support in the midst of transformation. Meanwhile, we also spotlight the sweet successes and challenges that come with leadership and entrepreneurship, revealing how we aim to mentor and inspire our teams at the salon and beyond.

Wrapping up the conversation, we toast to the victories, no matter how small, and acknowledge the necessity of pausing to appreciate them. After all, finding fulfillment in our accomplishments often requires reaching out for support, and there's no weakness in that. So join us for an episode that's not just a heart-to-heart discussion but an empowering embrace for anyone fighting the silent battle against self-doubt. We're all in this together, and together, we can make it.

You’ve heard the horror stories…. A walk out. Well, what if it happened to you? This week the girls are joined by Ani of Booster Cat Salon. We unpack how she survived opening a salon 10 days pre pandemic, becoming a mother, and an experiencing a walk out. We also talk about the best of times and how this is allllll just paving the path for the future. You won’t want to miss this. Find us on Instagram @fakeitmakeitpod and find Ani @anidoesyourhair & @boostercatsalon

This week the girls do a mini episode discussing hourly pricing. You might be curious about hourly pricing or you may do it a little different.  We're here to talk about why we do it, some negatives but mostly positives.

This episode includes some light talks of sexual assault. If this is a topic that can be sensitive to you, please use caution when listening. 

This episode we dive into Chloe's hair journey. She admits to not have been emotionally ready to begin Cosmetology School when she did. Through leaving the hair industry, many different salon changes.. She ended up at the same salon as Brittany and eventually opened her own sola. She breaks free from her past and pushes herself to become the best version of her.

In this episode, Brittany will give us the nitty gritty on her journey into getting into hair. From having a kid at 17, to a career in EMS- She’s experienced it all.  It hasn’t been an easy one but the girls reflect on how even when your story feels like it’s in shambles, all of it puts you where you’re meant to be.

In this episode we will be discussing what to look out for in future episodes. From business leadership, friendships and everything in between. Thanks so much for listening and follow us on @fakeitmakeitpod. 

Welcome to Fake it Till You Make it! We’re so excited for you to join us on our journey of, the good, the bad, the ugly of the beauty industry. We will dive into small business ownership over these next few week.