In this episode of the Business of Style podcast, we dive into one of the most common end-of-year questions personal stylists and image consultants face: Do I need to buy gifts for my clients — or even my potential clients?

Louisa breaks down the real purpose of client gifting, how to create an inclusive experience that respects different holidays and cultures, and why thoughtful, niche-aligned gifting can elevate the client journey without crossing boundaries or blowing your budget.

If you’ve ever felt pressure to give more than you should, wondered what truly matters to clients, or struggled to find meaningful, style-focused gift ideas, this episode will help you make confident, aligned decisions this season.

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Are you unintentionally limiting your income and success as a personal stylist or image consultant?

In this episode, Louisa breaks down the most significant business mistake she sees stylists and image consultants make: trading time for money. This standard but outdated model keeps you overworked, underpaid, and constantly hustling for new clients.

Louisa explains why one-off services and hourly sessions create an income ceiling — and how shifting to a signature styling program can transform your income, your client results, and the long-term sustainability of your business.

If you're ready to step into your authority, create consistent revenue, and deliver a premium client experience without burning out, this is the episode you NEED to hear.

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Are you accidentally working for free?

In this episode of The Business of Style Podcast, Louisa Gabriel breaks down the subtle, yet common, ways personal stylists and image consultants give away their time, expertise, and energy without realizing it.

From spending hours creating social media content that doesn’t convert, to answering detailed style questions in DMs, to letting client boundaries slip, these “invisible freebies” can quietly drain your business's profitability.

Louisa shares practical ways to recognize where your time is being spent, set healthy boundaries, and start positioning your expertise for profit — not for free.

If you’ve ever felt exhausted by social media, overwhelmed by client demands, or guilty about charging for your services, this episode will help you take back control of your business, your time, and your value.

The Business of Style Podcast is brought to you by The Style Academy International®, a global leader in education and training for personal stylists and image consultants. To find out more about our training and resources, visit www.styleacademyintl.com