Education has always been a superpower in beauty. ✨

But the way brands invest in it - and the way professionals build careers in it - has fundamentally changed.

I'm excited to host the next Beauty Talent Talk and sit down with Jackie Staub, who has held executive leadership roles at L'Oréal, Coty, and Estée Lauder, for a timely conversation on The Evolution of Beauty Education: Skills That Sell.

Gone are the days of widespread general in-store training. Today's winning approach is far more strategic - fewer touchpoints, higher impact, and training toolkits that turn sales associates into true brand ambassadors.

As brands tighten their focus on margins, education teams are increasingly being asked to demonstrate measurable impact. This shift is prompting many field professionals to rethink how they evolve their skill sets and communicate their value.

In this conversation, we'll explore:

• How education has shifted from broad in-store training to precise, strategic impact

• What a modern training toolkit looks like today

• How education can function as a true sales force multiplier

• The challenges field teams face, and how to better demonstrate ROI

• How educators can diversify their careers through content creation, retail excellence roles, and emerging affiliate platforms

If you work in education, field sales, retail support, or brand training - or if you're building teams in this space - this next episode is for you!

#BeautyTalentTalk #BeautyEducation #FieldSales #Leadership #BeautyCareers

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.

#BeautyTalentTalk #CareerGrowth #JobSearch #PremierExecutiveRecruiting

NEW EPISODE: Future-Proofing Your Career in the Age of AI Featuring Kristen Corso, Marketing & Innovation Executive turned AI Integration Leader

What if AI could make you irreplaceable instead of replaceable?

In this upcoming episode, Kristen shares how beauty professionals can integrate AI as their competitive advantage, and why now is the time to start.

What You'll Discover:

• How AI is evolving & which jobs can leverage this technology to stay ahead

• Resources and seminars to help you evolve your skill set

• Where AI beginners should start to build confidence

• Industry predictions from cutting-edge AI seminars

Get ACTIONABLE TAKEAWAYS you can implement immediately to stay competitive.

This isn't just another tech trend, it's your opportunity to get ahead.

Whether you're a product developer, educator, or service provider, this episode delivers your AI roadmap.

Listen now, beauty professionals who embrace AI today will be tomorrow's industry leaders.

You've tried team building. You've offered perks. But your best people are still leaving.

In today's post-COVID workplace, traditional leadership just isn't cutting it.

Remote work expectations and fierce competition for beauty talent have left many leaders with outdated playbooks.

The result is widespread disengagement, high turnover, and stalled team performance

That's why we're thrilled to welcome Reuben Carranza to Beauty Talent Talk Live!

Recently recognized by Beauty Changes Lives, Reuben transformed Amika's culture while driving real results and achieving remarkable talent retention.

In this episode, we'll explore:
• Core pillars of culture-first leadership
• Retention strategies that actually work post-COVID
• How to turn culture challenges into competitive advantages
• Adapting culture as your business grows and evolves
• Building authentic trust that sticks

If you're ready to rethink culture from the inside out - don't miss this conversation!

You've sent out dozens of applications, but the interviews just aren't coming.

You know you have the experience, the skills, and the drive—so why aren't hiring managers reaching out?

A generic, outdated resume and an underwhelming LinkedIn profile won't cut it in today's job market.

With applicant tracking systems (ATS) filtering candidates before a human even sees your resume, and recruiters checking LinkedIn before making a call, it's easy to get overlooked, even if you're more than qualified.

That's why we're bringing in Danielle Cobo for our next episode of Beauty Talent Talk Live!

As a former hiring manager and now executive coach, she's helped countless professionals transform their resumes and LinkedIn profiles to attract the right opportunities.

She'll share exactly what works, what doesn't, and how you can position yourself as the top candidate.

Here's what we cover:

• How the Applicant Tracking System process impacts your job search.

• What a competitive resume looks like today's competitive job market.

• The must-have elements for both your resume and LinkedIn profile.

• Proactive job search strategies that put you ahead of the competition.

• What hiring managers look for when selecting top talent.

Danielle's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellecobo/

🚀 Want to Join a Board? Here's Your Chance to Learn from a Seasoned Insider

Join us for an exclusive Beauty Talent Talk with JuE Wong , CEO & Board Member, as she shares actionable insights on how to position yourself as a top contender for coveted board seats.

Board roles are competitive, exclusive and rarely available. This conversation is your roadmap to getting noticed and getting in.

In our next episode we'll dive deep into the journey of securing coveted board positions! We'll explore the strategic steps successful board members took to position themselves, reveal which qualifications organizations value most and discuss how to overcome common obstacles in your pursuit of board leadership.

Key Insights We'll Cover:

• Strategic steps to becoming board-ready
• What qualifications companies actually value
• How to overcome the biggest challenges candidates face
• Why your personal brand matters more than ever
• Common myths that hold candidates back

Whether you're actively pursuing your first board position or planning your long-term career trajectory, this conversation will deliver practical strategies and insider guidance to help you stand out as a compelling board candidate.

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your career and take your leadership to the next level. 🌟