The Wicked Biz Podcast

<p>Hi, I'm Wednesday! I'm a lash artist, esthetician, educator, and salon owner who has a passion for helping newbies in the beauty industry navigate the ups and downs of owning your own business. I’m here to teach you what you don't learn in beauty school - we're gonna chat about topics such as marketing, customer service, social media, hitting 6 figures, opening a commercial space, educating, and literally anything else you may wanna know!Find me on Instagram @wednesdaythelasher & @wicked.esthetics </p>

47. 7 things I have learned the hard way in my 7 years of business

Wednesday just celebrated SEVEN YEARS of being a business owner, so lets discuss 7 things she's learned the hard way (so you don't have to).Submit a guest or topic for the podcast!Wednesday's IGJessennia's IGBranding & web design inquiriesDigital downloadsTake a lash training w/ Wednesday

05-13
58:45

46. We're back! Here's your mini guide on how to throw an industry event

This episode is longggg overdue! We're back after a 5 month hiatus, and starting off strong with a HIGHLY requested topic. In August 2023, Wednesday put on a beauty industry event - The Wicked Business Experience - and we're breaking down all the steps it took to put it on. Wednesday spills everything she would do differently next time + what she would add in the future! We start off the episode with life and business updates that have happened over the past few months, so skip to 17 min...

05-06
01:00:23

45. Buying a home when you're self-employed is wild... + meet my new cohost!

45 Episodes later... and Wednesday finally has a cohost! Get to know Jess - aka htxafterglow - and our history of being in the beauty industry for almost 10 years together. Also, Wednesday talks about her home buying journey and how everything is so much harder when you are self employed.-----------------------------------------------Get your PASSION 4 LASHIN' Ebook!Online Lash Lift CourseMentorship Call1:1 Lash TrainingWednesday's IG: @wednesdaythelasherJessennia's IG: @htxafterglow

11-18
56:09

44. Is it important to be on Tik Tok as a business owner? Let's ask Kayla Hertz of Educated Artistry!

This week, I'm hanging with Kayla Hertz from a fellow beauty business podcast, Educated Artistry. We're diving headfirst into the wild world of TikTok for all you business owners out there!Join us as we unravel the secrets on how to score some serious sales on TikTok. We're spilling the tea on how to create killer posts that actually connect with your dream audience. Plus, we'll break down the key differences between content for Instagram and TikTok, so you can slay both platforms like a pro....

11-08
51:25

43. Reonna Green (@shetrademarks) shares the legal side of adding "multiple income streams" to your biz

Get ready for an eye-opening episode of The Wicked Biz Podcast! In this week's episode, we dive deep into the legalities of expanding your business and adding additional streams of income. Join us as we sit down with the brilliant Reonna Green, the powerhouse behind She Trademarks. With her unique background as a hairdresser turned attorney, Reonna specializes in trademark law specifically tailored for beauty businesses. Together, we explore the crucial legal requirements behind incorporating...

11-01
49:17

42. Reading your spooky lash stories!

Reading nightmare lash client stories with my fellow lash bestie, Jess, that you guys submitted via Instagram! Happy spooky season (pretend there's a ghost emoji right here)Jessennia's info:Instagram-@htxafterglowMy Instagram: @wednesdaythelasherSuggest a guest or topic: HereFREE Salon owner/booth renter checklist: HereSign up for a lash training -- only 1 more left this year!

10-11
39:00

41. 4 things I wish I knew before opening a salon

Surprise announcement -- I am closing my salon and re-opening it as a training academy! In this weeks episode, I will be sharing the top 4 things I wish I knew before opening a salon/hiring employees and what led me to the decision to take a step back from having employees.My Instagram: @wednesdaythelasherSuggest a guest or topic: HereSign up for a lash training -- only 2 more left this year!

09-21
25:36

40. Ashley Gonzalez

In this weeks episode, I am joined by Ashley Gonzalez of The Lash Papi (formerly Beautyliscious Lashes) and Paris Lash Academy! Ashley has experience in owning a lash product line, helping women from all backgrounds turn their side hustle into success story through coaching, and most recently has accepted a position with Paris Lash Academy as the education and social media marketing specialist! She shares with us her entire journey through being an unlicensed artist and teen mom to building a...

09-13
01:16:18

39. Legally protect your business like a boss with Andrea Sager!

Learn how to legally protect your business like a boss on this week's episode where we're diving deep into the legal side of starting a business. And you already know we've got a badass guest joining us - Andrea Sager - a trademark attorney and author who knows everything there is to know about getting your business tight. She shares some legal tea you might have never even thought about, so you can finally rest easy knowing your business is bulletproof. Andrea's info:Instagram- @andreasagerl...

09-06
33:20

38. Let's catch up! Talking about Instagram accounts, The Wicked Biz Experience, and my weekend in LA w/ Ali of Lash Anarchist

Hello and welcome to The Wicked BIZ podcast!Listen to my bff Ali and I catch up -- we vent about how we should be showing up on IG based on our business goals, why it's important to be yourself online, and how being myself online landed me the most iconic weekend in LA recently! We also recap my first ever Wicked Business Experience event that I just had here in Houston and what I plan to do next year to make it even more badass.Thank you to Michelle of Imperfection is Beauty Lashes for spons...

08-23
56:20

37. How did I know it was time to get out of the chair? + more Q&A from you guys!

My instagram @wednesdaythelasherTake $100 off The Wicked Business ExperienceShop Canva templatesSubmit a podcast topic or guestBook a training w/ me

06-21
29:47

36. Enhance your services by adding value and subtracting time w/ Bryce of Un-Stripped Academy

Bryce Sechler is the owner of Un-Stripped Lash + Brow, Un-Stripped Academy and the founder and creator or The Un-Stripped Fanning Method. Designed to be able to create a fan in only 6 seconds with no extra steps, while maintaining quality and efficiency. She has built a team of 5 amazing women, with the goal of supporting strong, independent women, valuing your failures, and Un-Stripping yourself. On today's episode, Bryce is going to be sharing tips on how to speed up your lash sets,...

05-24
35:01

35. From solo lash artist to 7-figure salon owner: Meet Tiffani Mitchell of La Belle Studio

Empowering Lash Business Owners Worldwide: Meet Tiffani Mitchell, an accomplished beauty business strategist based in the US. She provides signature educational programs, mentorship services, resources, and more to help individuals in the industry succeed.THE WICKED BIZ EXPERIENCE (Save $100 with code PODCAST)My IG- @wednesdaythelasherTiffani's IG- @thetiffanimitchellShop Canva templatesSubmit a podcast topic or guestBook a training w/ me

05-17
01:01:12

34. Life updates with Wednesday! My very own seminar, web design, director of education, and more!

THE WICKED BIZ EXPERIENCE (Save $100 with code PODCAST)My IG- @wednesdaythelasherShop Canva templatesSubmit a podcast topic or guestBook a training w/ me

05-17
25:01

33. Lindy Williams of EBL Lashes shares her 10 year journey to becoming one of the most trusted lash brands in our industry

Today I am joined by one of my biggest idols since day 1, Lindy of EBL Lashes! Lindy shares her decade long journey from being a solo lash artist offering $55 full sets to creating one of the most successful lash product companies in our industry. Listen along as Lindy shares what building a clientele was like 10 years ago as a single mom, what she decided to purchase for her business instead of having a honeymoon, and how she went about starting a product line BEFORE w...

12-28
51:34

32. Charging premium prices + attracting clientele in a smaller town w/ Liv Alejandrez (@lookinglovelybyliv)

This week I am joined by Liv of Looking Lovely by Liv! In this episode, we discuss how she signed a commercial lease with absolutely 0 clients, how to build a solid clientele in a smaller town, and charging your WORTH when it comes to your lash artistry. Thanks for tuning in! My IG- @wednesdaythelasherLiv's IG- @lookinglovelybylivShop Canva templatesSubmit a podcast topic or guestFree lash business checklistGet a month of Vagaro free!

12-21
36:54

31. Carol Jaame's transition from a fully booked lash artist to a thriving online business mentor

If you're looking to get out of the damn chair, look no further. This week I am thrilled to be joined by my business coach, Carol Jaame (formerly Lash Chance Artistry), to talk about her transition from being a fully booked solo lash artist to a thriving online mentor. Listen now to hear all about how and why Carol left the lash industry to create the business of her dreams! (And how you can too.) My IG- @wednesdaythelasherCarol's IG- @thecaroljaameShop Canva templ...

12-14
47:58

30. So, you wanna own a salon... let me answer all of your questions!

Howdy! This weeks episode is another solo one - I'm going to answer all of your salon ownership questions that were asked on my IG stories. Enjoy! My IG- @wednesdaythelasherShop Canva templatesSubmit a podcast topic or guestFree lash business checklistGet a month of Vagaro free!2023 in person trainings

12-07
46:39

29. Jenny from @craftedlash shares tips on how to hire as a solo lash artist

There is a lot of information out there about hiring a team of lash artists or how to manage your salon, but hiring someone when you're a solo lash artist never gets talked about! This week, Jenny Papadopoulos joins me to chat about how to maximize profits as a solo lash artist/booth renter. Not everyone wants to own a salon or start a product line and that's totally okay! Jenny rents a suite in Scottsdale, Arizona where she is booked solid while charging premium prices and also offer...

11-30
56:06

28. Wednesday's Brain Dump - My Lashcon 2022 experience + what's in store for my business in 2023!

Just got back from LashCon and my mind is fullll of ideas! Join me this week as I recap my LashCon 2022 experience as a speaker + attendee, plus listen to me while I brainstorm business ideas for 2023. All of your support and feedback is greatly appreciated! My IG- @wednesdaythelasherBook a mentorship call or private training!- https://www.vagaro.com/wickedestheticseducation/servicesFree lash business checklist- https://wickedesthetics.mykajabi.com/opt-inGet a month of Vaga...

11-16
44:42

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