In this week's episode, Shawna, Misty, special guests Angie B, and Heather Williams, the owner of 3 "The Barbers" barbershops, we all dive into what makes the beauty industry a unique force of empowerment and opportunity. Titled "Beauty as a Super Power," we explore how entrepreneurship within beauty isn't just about aesthetics- it's about innovation, resilience, and creating value.

Join us as we discuss:

• The Entrepreneurial Spirit in Beauty: What does it mean to be a beauty entrepreneur? We'll break down the characteristics of those who succeed in this field and the courage it takes to embrace the risks and rewards that come with it.
• Diverse Career Paths: The beauty industry offers countless avenues for growth andsuccess. From being a stylist to a salon owner, instructor or product innovator, we explore the paths available to those with passion and drive.
• Personal Journeys: We hear personal stories of those who've carved out their place in the industry, including insights from our guest, Heather - a seasoned cosmetologist, instructor, GM, and owner who shares her journey and what beauty as a super "power" means to her.

Whether you're an aspiring beauty professional or an established entrepreneur, this episode will leave you inspired and empowered. Discover how the beauty industry can be a powerful vehicle for change, creativity, and economic growth.

What does TFCA stand for? Toxic Free Cosmetic Act. Shawna and Misty connect over an interesting discovery of a topic that will affect the beauty industry and is set to start in January 2025. The Department of Ecology in Washington state is undertaking to remove extremely toxic chemicals from cosmetics in Washington state to protect people from cancers, birth defects and many more tragic potentials..... Companies will have to rethink a lot of things in order to stay in business. Join us in this eye-opening chat about the Toxic Free Cosmetic Act.

As the years go by, you might wonder how to stay relevant or maybe thinking about leaving the industry....Misty and Shawna connect in a conversation about continued education, your social media presence, networking, adapting to trends, customer feedback, diversifying skills, and innovation. Miss Shawna doesn't know who Brad Mondo is!! Also when you are approaching the end of your career? Do you stay? Do you go? Scale back? Change careers? If you have done something for 20+ years, how do you walk away, and are you still relevant?? Join us for this personal conversation on Relevance.