TALKIN SMACK

On this episode of Talkin sMACK, we have Alison and Tyler back for PART TWO, they share insights from their two-year travel journey through South and Central America, highlighting their favorite countries and experiences. They discuss their strategies for planning and pitching collaborations with accommodations the importance of word-of-mouth marketing and, the use of drones in their travel content. The couple also talks about their goal of finding fully remote jobs to continue traveling while earning an income. They delve into the challenges of balancing work and travel, the importance of making money while pursuing their passion, and their experiences with side gigs and collaborations. Additionally, they address the fear of getting stuck in a routine, the importance of taking risks, and following their dreams. One of their craziest stories involves Tyler being bitten by a bat while hiking in Brazil, leading to a panic-filled quest for medical treatment. Follow along Alison & Tyler’s travel journey to 40+ countries on a budget! Learn how it went from 6 months to 2 years, how they’ve started a business with just their drone & iPhones, and how travel has changed them. Follow along their journey below! https://linktr.ee/alisonandtylertravels

In this episode of Talkin sMACK, we feature Megs Saxton, The Eyebrow Goddess, about the difference between waxing and threading, why the basics matter, and so much more. We also discuss the importance of educating clients and providing a great client experience. BROWducation is a podcast that offers free and accessible education on brows. The host, Megs, wanted to create a space where she could provide valuable information and answer common questions about brows. The podcast covers a range of topics, including threading, brow lamination, and business advice. Megs emphasizes the importance of communication, transparency, and continuous learning in the beauty industry. She also highlights the significance of understanding face shapes and embracing the uniqueness of each individual's brows. Overall, Megs aims to empower brow artists and provide them with the knowledge and skills to succeed in their careers. theeyebrowgoddess.com Follow Megs on Instagram

On this episode of Talkin sMACK, Erin Taylor shares her journey of how she got into the beauty industry and eventually opened her own studio, Undefined Studios. She talks about her passion for artistry and creating a space that celebrates all forms of art. Erin also discusses her transition into online education and the challenges and time commitment it requires. She emphasizes the importance of time blocking, being present, and setting boundaries to maintain balance. Erin reflects on the lessons she would tell her younger self, including having grace, being present, and finding a maintainable pace. Erin Taylor, owner of Monarch Lash Co. and Undefined Studios, In-Person and Online Educator, Product Retailer, Podcast Host, and Full Time Lash Artist. My entire purpose and goal in this industry is to help lash artists create fulfilling and sustainable businesses.As a thanks for watching this episode, you can use “TALKINSMACK” for 10% off any Monarch Lash Co. online course or bundle.https://monarchlashco.teachable.com/courses

On this episode of Talkin sMACK, we feature certified Integrative Esthetician & Acne Specialist, Tiffany Owings specializes in functional nutrition & coaching, gut health, acne treatments, skin reparative treatments and preventative skincare treatments as a nutrition coach. Tiffany tells us autoimmune conditions are caused by a combination of genes, inflammation, and digestion. Skin conditions can be a warning sign of an impending autoimmune disease. The gut plays a crucial role in overall health, and what we put into our bodies affects our skin. Many dermatologists and estheticians focus only on topical treatments and neglect the importance of diet and lifestyle. Taking care of the gut is essential for addressing skin issues. The quality of food in the US is often lower than in other countries, and the use of fluoride in water and toothpaste can contribute to skin problems. Birth control can have a significant impact on gut health and hormones, and it's important to support the liver and ensure proper elimination before considering more intensive detox methods. Tiffany offers services called 'The Root Cause' and 'Hair Scan' to address the root cause of health issues. She emphasizes the importance of understanding symptoms and keeping a food, mood, and poop journal. Tiffany believes in taking a whole-body approach to health and considers factors like gut health and nutrition. She is passionate about helping people and being an advocate for their health. Tiffany shares her personal journey and the importance of self-confidence and self-care. She encourages listeners to ignore negative voices and keep going. There are many potential topics for future discussions, including hormones, digestive health, and so much more. Follow Tiffany on Instagram Book a virtual call with Tiffany

On this episode of Talkin sMACK, featuring Cristina Fard, we discuss the difference between mindset coaching and strategy, highlighting the need for a hybrid model that combines both. Cristina emphasizes the importance of taking action and having a clear implementation plan. We also talk about the importance of balance between realistic goal setting, manifestation, and the significance of faith and having grace for yourself. In this episode, Cristina and I discuss the importance of authenticity, taking action, and embracing failure. Follow Cristina on Instagram

On this episode of Talkin sMACK featuring, Ro Shah, a sales and automation expert, she discusses the importance of women learning sales. She explains that selling is the number one wealth-building tool and gives women the confidence to make their own money in any situation. Ro also highlights the differences between how men and women sell, emphasizing that women tap into emotional intelligence and focus on the nuances of the sales experience. She shares strategies for building trust with an audience, particularly on social media and also discusses the power of automation in sales and explains that the most important automation is follow-up. She encourages entrepreneurs to focus on the simple things that can make them money and to invest in coaching and mentorship. Ro shares her own journey of leaving her nine-to-five job and starting her own business, emphasizing the importance of trusting oneself and taking action. She also discusses the significance of investing in and hiring coaches to accelerate growth. Ro concludes by encouraging listeners to do what comes naturally to them and to be willing to invest in their own success. Ro has helped over 100 Money Coaches, Bookkeepers, and Accountants make their first sale and grow their businesses by learning Sales strategies to book out. As an agency owner who has managed teams of 10+ she understands the value of growing fast and keeping your sanity at the same time. Host of the industry-leading podcast for WOC in finance to empower them to create 5 figure months in their business instagram.com/theroshah, https://youtube.com/@financeclientacquisition725, theroshah.com, linkedin.com/shahroma FREE 100K Sales Workshop for CEOs

In this episode of Talkin sMACK, our guest, Katie Allen discusses her nonprofit organization, Beauty 4 a Cause, her lash supply company, Beyoutiful Wandz, and how they started. Katie talks about her journey into the lash industry and the challenges she faced, which led to starting her supply company with hand-making wands from her kitchen. She offers advice for those wanting to start their own brand, including building a strong relationship with manufacturers and taking baby steps before making big investments. She discusses the exciting projects she has planned for the coming year which will be announced at her speech at LashCon 2024 in October! "Achievement doesn't fall into our laps; it needs to be sought with passion and tended to with determination. If you truly desire something, go after it, you'll only regret the opportunities you neglected! A huge thank you goes out to all those who have supported me on my journey so far in making Beyoutiful Wandz what it is today." - Katie Allen

Renee Dalo shares her journey into the wedding and event industry and how she transitioned from being an actor to a wedding planner. She emphasizes the importance of community over competition and the power of networking. Renee also discusses her membership program, Better with Renee Dalo, which focuses on developing better habits and self-care rituals, with a particular emphasis on journaling. She highlights the pitfalls of perfection in the wedding industry and shares her experiences dealing with difficult clients and the lessons she has learned. In this conversation, Renee Dalo shares her personal journey of prioritizing self-care and setting boundaries as an entrepreneur. She discusses the moment that sparked change in her life and led her to implement better systems. Renee emphasizes the importance of self-care and the need to prioritize physical and mental well-being. She also highlights the people pleaser syndrome that many entrepreneurs struggle with and the negative impact it can have on their lives. Renee encourages embracing grace and flexibility, as well as creating alone together nights to recharge. She concludes by sharing advice she would give to her previous self. Follow Renee on Instagram Join Better with Renee Dalo

Jenna Carroll is a beauty industry professional turned Business and Expansion Coach. She is co-creating massive success with female entrepreneurs through a holistic approach to business.  Business strategy comes easy when you fully understand yourself and what you want. Along with her decade of entrepreneurship, marketing, and salon ownership experience, Jenna helps you build a business that is aligned for your dream life by working through the limiting beliefs and blocks you have and strategizing from a place of alignment on a deeper level.  Jenna is a certified Neuro Linguistic Programming practitioner and by accessing your subconscious mind through methods and modalities rooted in NLP, Jenna is capable of guiding you to long lasting behavior change and results quicker by meeting you where you’re at. She works with you to discover, release and rewire the root cause of what’s holding you back, and to receive the self love, self-worth and self-belief that you deserve and is necessary to uplevel in your business and leadership skills and operate at your highest level.  Through her own entrepreneurship journey she learned firsthand the importance of reclaiming your own definition of success and fulfillment and how that directly impacts your ability to grow and scale your business to one that aligns with the life you desire.  Click here to learn more and apply to be a member of the Evolution Mastermind Click here to check out Jenna’s podcast Master of Self on Apple  Click here to check out Jenna’s podcast Master of Self on Spotify  MASTERMIND: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLIIUa67iaVAUbEl98Y1bXD1E91tetUIm8C1WW5WZsE0Opqw/viewform PODCAST: apple-  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/master-of-self/id1742760201 spotify-  https://open.spotify.com/show/6IoWBcjHsxHTpzNcOO4DZz

Bara (she/they) is a transformational life coach, speaker, and catalyst for positive change. With a background in engineering and training in various energy healing modalities, Bara combines analytical thinking and intuitive wisdom to guide individuals toward lives filled with joy, confidence, and inner peace. You can win a free no-strings-attached coaching session with Bara https://www.baraco.org/podcast or connect via instagram.com/baracobara In this conversation, Bara discusses the impact of fears and beliefs on various aspects of our lives, including relationships and business. She emphasizes the importance of becoming aware of our fears and limiting beliefs and offers strategies for diving deeper into them. Bara also addresses the mindset around money and the common belief that relationships have to be hard. She highlights the risk of not overcoming fears and beliefs and guides starting the journey of self-transformation. Bara concludes by offering a free coaching session to one lucky listener! Follow Bara on Instagram

On this episode of Talkin sMACK, Gretchen of My Brand Lashes discusses her experience taking over someone else's brand and the challenges she faced in making it her own. She also shares insights on understanding love languages in training and how it can improve the learning experience. Gretchen talks about her journey as a lash trainer and the importance of customizing training to meet individual needs. She also discusses the process of travel training and reaching out to salons. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of adapting and overcoming challenges in the lash industry. In this conversation, MacKenzie and Gretchen McCants discuss the importance of building trust and connection as a trainer. They emphasize the need for trainers to be prepared and confident in their training sessions, also highlighting the impact that effective training can have on individuals' lives. The conversation delves into the significance of genuine relationships in the lash industry and the fun memories they have shared. They reflect on the broader impact of lash artists and the friendships and connections that can be formed in the industry. Takeaways 1. Taking over someone else's brand can be challenging, but with time and authenticity, it is possible to make it your own. 2. Understanding the love languages of your trainees can enhance the training experience and improve retention rates. 3. Customizing training to meet individual needs and focusing on the basics can set you apart as a lash trainer. 4. Travel training can be a great opportunity to expand your reach and connect with new clients and salons but it can also be spendy if you're not tracking your travel expenses. Use code: TALKSMACK for 15% off at https://mybrandlashes.com/ Follow Gretchen on Instagram Follow MacKenzie on Instagram

In this episode of Talkin sMACK, sleep specialist Shani shares her journey of becoming a baby sleep coach and the importance of sleep for both parents and babies. She discusses the expectations and realities of parenthood, emphasizing the need for schedules and routines. Shani also highlights the role of nutrition in promoting healthy sleep and offers advice for starting a sleep schedule. She encourages parents to ask for help and prioritize self-care. Overall, Shani's goal is to help parents feel more confident in establishing healthy sleep habits for their children. Takeaways 1. Establishing a schedule and routine is crucial for promoting healthy sleep in babies and children. 2. Nutrition plays a significant role in sleep quality, and parents should prioritize whole foods and avoid processed snacks. 3. Parents should ask for help and delegate tasks to avoid burnout and prioritize self-care. 4. A sleep schedule can be created by following age-appropriate guidelines and being consistent with wake-up and bedtime routines. Follow Shani on Instagram Shani's Website

Sarah Pennington, Owner of The Lash Collection, joins us on this episode of Talkin sMACK. With a remarkable 15-year journey as a lash artist, Sarah pioneered the lash industry by establishing Atlanta, GA's first lash-exclusive salon, which swiftly gained unparalleled acclaim. Over a decade ago, she laid the foundation for The Lash Collection to create safe, modern, and aesthetically pleasing products & education. She personally traverses to manufacturers to handpick the finest raw materials for her product line. Sarah is renowned for her years of meticulous product formulation, level headed advice for lash artists, and a dedication to highest standards in all she does. www.thelashcollection.com We chat the roadmap to success, charging top dollar for services, how to get clients, systems/policies you need to have in your business, and so much more. Use code MACK20 for a discount at www.thelashcollection.com Follow Sarah on Instagram Follow MacKenzie on Instagram itsmackenzieg.com/programs

Camilla Collins is an entrepreneur, author, and self-image specialist. As the founder of multiple successful beauty and creative entertainment agencies, she has partnered with individuals, corporations, and luxury brands to redefine norms and create transformative experiences. Camilla's passion lies in empowering individuals to reshape their self-perception and unlock their inner power. Through her book, "#NoFilterNeeded," she challenges unattainable standards and encourages authenticity and through her work as a confidence and lifestyle coach, she guides both individuals and corporations in enhancing self-image, self-confidence, and overall well-being. Camilla's mission is to inspire people to embrace their authenticity, align their external image with their inner selves, and unleash boundless energy to make a positive impact on their lives and those around them. Her insights provide actionable steps for building lasting self-confidence, making her a sought-after speaker and a beacon of empowerment. Follow Camilla on Instagram Camilla's Links Follow MacKenzie on Instagram MacKenzie's Links

On this episode of Talkin sMACK, we're joined by Kooks Sahota, Serial entrepreneur, Investor, and coach from London. He built a hot sauce brand from his garden to be sold worldwide and runs two other businesses. Kooks shares actionable steps you can take right now to change your business and mindset. We chat about the 5 pillars of creating a profitable business, the value of your time, and how you can replace yourself in your business so it doesn't own you. A lifelong student, he shares how to stay curious, and never stop evolving. Please share this episode and message us about any takeaways you have! Follow Kooks on Instagram Follow MacKenzie on Instagram