The beauty job market in 2026 isn't what most people think - and after weeks of conversations, the patterns are hard to ignore.

Over the past few weeks, I've been asking founders, executives, and investors one question: what's really happening in the market right now?

While perspectives varied, the themes were remarkably consistent - and they matter for anyone navigating a career or building teams in beauty.

On the next episode of Beauty Talent Talk, here's what I'm unpacking:

💼 Where challenges are actually creating NEW opportunities

📈 The categories primed for growth this year (and the roles they're hiring for)

🎯 The skills leaders are prioritizing when they hire

🔑 The qualities that consistently separate strong candidates from standout ones

Whether you're actively searching, passively exploring, or hiring for the year ahead, these insights will help you think more clearly about your next move and how you think about beauty careers in 2026.

Should you take that role with a founder-led brand?

It's a question many beauty executives face at pivotal moments in their careers.

The allure is real - the energy, the vision, the potential. But the reality? The wrong founder match can be complicated.

Join us for our next Beauty Talent Talk Live as we sit down with Blair Lawson, who made the leap from Louis Vuitton to the founder-led world.

She's sharing her hard-earned playbook on what it really takes to build successful founder partnerships - the kind that drive growth and alignment.

This isn't theory, it's lived experience, trial and error, and actionable insights.

💡 What we'll cover:
→ Why leaders leave corporate giants for founder-led brands
→ The lessons learned along the way, wins and missteps included
→ How to vet founders before saying yes to a role
→ The key questions every executive should ask in the interview process
→ Red flags that can save you from a misaligned partnership

If you're considering a founder-led opportunity, currently navigating one, or advising someone who is, this conversation is for you!

🦗 Applying to endless jobs and only hearing crickets?

You're not alone.

Every week I hear from beauty professionals who are discouraged by today's job market. Applications go unanswered. Automated rejections pile up. And confidence takes a hit.

Here's the truth: the old job search playbook doesn't work anymore.

The process has changed and it's time for a new strategy 💪

In Episode 9 of Beauty Talent Talk Live, I'll be joined by executive coach Angela Bennett to unpack:

✨ What's really happening in today's market

✨ Why traditional methods are falling short

✨ A modern, 7-step playbook to help you stand out and stay confident

✨ Practical steps you can apply immediately to move your search forward

This isn't about "quick fixes," it's about giving you the tools to navigate a tough market with clarity and resilience.

Stop spinning your wheels with outdated tactics. It's time to level up your job search game with strategies that match today's market.

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