Today I’m sharing an episode originally released in 2023 about a huge crisis that my business went through.

Vulnerability is an important tool to reflect on our past disappointments so we can guide the journey of the learning process. While it can be difficult to share the challenges we face, these challenges will ultimately shape who we are. Not just as business owners, but as leaders and individuals too.

Experiencing betrayal in our personal lives is inevitable, but when it occurs in our professional life, it can be incredibly jarring. I know it was for me. If you’ve ever experienced a breach of trust, know that you are not alone.

Despite our best efforts to build a solid team, we ultimately can’t control the decisions of others. We also can’t read their minds to completely understand their intentions. In the aftermath of the crisis, you may be faced with a broken team and a sense of loss for that trust. While most of the advice you will get from other people will be to create a legal fortress around your business, it’s vital to restore trust, as well as to see and treat your team as your number one priority.

It’s crucial to have one-on-one meetings with your team members. Not to evaluate their skills, but as an invitation to them for you to hear their needs. From these meetings you can come together to celebrate a shared vision that is larger, has greater purpose, and is founded on deeper connections.

You can reflect on your trails to ultimately become stronger as a business owner and team overall. Problems and challenges will arise, but go forth with the knowledge that they are being faced by a leader that has gained more experience.

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Success leaves clues, so if you study top performers in your industry, you’ll see what they have in common. Those patterns, behaviors, and actions might surprise you—but they’re also a lot simpler than you’d think. Mindset is one of the most important things to master for entrepreneurs who want to scale their business to seven figures and beyond.

For my team, as soon as we start our day, we focus on our wins before we move on to our priorities and obstacles. We also do activities that emphasize building confidence so that our team feels empowered. The little things you do each day in your business add up.

Seven figure business owners see themselves as CEOs, not just injectors or service providers. This shift isn’t easy to make. You’ll have to let go of your identity, trust in your team, step into leadership, and see the bigger picture.

Successful entrepreneurs focus on outcomes, not procedures. You’re not just selling Botox and filler—you’re offering transformations. They also invest in their own growth through coaching, masterminds, and mentorship. It’s also necessary to define the patient's journey, including the sales and leads process.

Top practices also put the right people in the right seats by hiring for unique abilities. The very things you dislike doing are the same things someone else loves (and feels competent doing). Invest in your team’s training and development so they can become the best they can be, and you can focus on being a leader. If you implement the right habits, you can make your biggest goals happen.

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If you’re a leader looking to build your dream team, this episode is for you. You can’t do it all, so you need to bring in support. But instead of hiring for your team, what if you used the revolutionary approach of casting your team instead? This mindset shift can change the way you lead. I know it did for me.

Traditional hiring has its pitfalls. You may hire the right skills, but miss out on the core values fit that you need. You may hire people you like, such as friends or acquaintances, without thinking about how they’ll suit your business. This is even more likely to happen when you’re desperate.

When you’re building your team, remember this: clarity is key and clarity is kindness. Part of the process I’ve missed in the past was assessing cognitive skills. You should also understand what motivates someone, as this can reveal their personality and emotional makeup. The Kolbe A Index can help you identify someone’s modus operandi, which is crucial to see if they’re right for your business.

You need to align people’s strengths with what’s expected for success in the role. If you’ve gotten it wrong before, take away the lessons from that experience with you moving forward. Remember that even when you do everything right, you can still miss a critical piece.

The insights I’ve gained from the Kolbe A Index have helped me improve my process of casting my team. It has also helped me onboard team members when I do find the right fit. Weekly check-ins in the beginning stages of onboarding can also support your casting success.

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What do you need to know about the science of aging, and how can it be approached from a medical aesthetics perspective as well as a functional wellness perspective?

Aging doesn’t just show up on the surface—it’s happening at every level of tissue. It’s important for patients to know more about this so they can also truly understand what can help. There are five layers of the face, starting with the bone. Believe it or not, your facial bone structure does change over time.

There are also fat layers on the face that deflate and descend over time. Of course, there is also a loss of collagen and elastin in the skin over time. A great provider knows this and can educate you about what’s happening.

Our treatments at Beauty Culture aren’t just about helping you look younger. Looking younger might be the goal, but feeling healthy and well is important too. This is a part of our elite patient journey. Sometimes you don’t even realize how bad you feel until you start to feel better. Once you start seeing the changes, it’s truly motivating.

Your anti-aging journey is one that you may go through for months or years. When you find the right place, you know it’s the one that goes above and beyond to provide value. Feeling listened to and understood makes you feel that much greater about your results. Aging is inevitable, but together we can navigate it with grace and confidence.

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In my business, we use social media primarily to get content and information out to our niche clientele, but that’s about it. If I didn’t have this business, I would probably get off social media altogether. Recently I was told that a former employee was working for someone else now—something I didn’t know because I was blocked.

As a business owner, giving the gift of having a team member move on isn’t always easy, but it often is necessary. At times, the reactions and outcomes from these situations can be triggering. Mostly everyone can relate to this, whether it’s former employees turned to critics or former friends.

When I first started as a young business owner, I leaned on my team heavily. At the time I thought there was great synergy, but now looking back, I see things differently. Loyalty became performative and conversations got quiet when I came into the room.

The reality is that sometimes your most toxic employees are the most profitable. In my situation, my employees weren’t just moving on. Their strategy was about dismantling my success; not just winning, but having me lose. This betrayal was confusing and led me to question my judgement.

These cracks made me realize it was time to rebuild the business and rebuild myself. Success exposes insecurities and feelings of inadequacy in family and in friends. In a perfect world, your triumphs would inspire people, not make them feel bitter. Just remember that the louder the critics, the greater the proof that you’re making waves. Use these situations to reflect, grow, and improve on what you can.

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Does estrogen therapy cause breast cancer? The simple answer is no. This is a hot topic in health circles—and you may have even been told by your doctor before that estrogen does cause it. This misinformation does a very real disservice to women, which is why setting the record straight is so important.

When we look at the data, what we actually see is that estradiol kills cancer cells. So why isn’t this information widely available? In large part, it’s because hormones, like estrogen and testosterone, aren’t patentable—so there’s no money in it for the big pharmaceutical companies.

Research hasn’t really confirmed the exact cause of breast cancer. What we do know is that dysfunctional cells, somehow created, continue to grow and turn into cancer. There are genetic risk factors as well as lifestyle risk factors too. While many women are scared of breast cancer, we are highly more likely to suffer from heart disease.

Estrogen is not just overlooked in cancer, it’s villainized. The reality is that hormone replacement therapy can increase survival rates. There are many different ways to go about taking estrogen therapy. There are synthetic forms, which we don’t use, and bio-identical forms. You can take it orally or transdermally, each of which have their own unique benefits.

The only women who may not be considered for estrogen treatment are those who haven’t yet gone through menopause. Pre-menopausal women still produce estrogen, so taking it could lead to excess estrogen effects. Estrogen therapy should be used in conjunction with progesterone, not progestins.

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As an expert in your industry, have you ever given more than you felt comfortable? This happens more than you’d think, and it’s easy to blur the lines between generosity and trampled boundaries. If you’ve ever felt between wanting to help someone and also protecting what you’ve built, this episode is for you.

Lately, I’ve noticed something. As someone who has spent years and thousands of dollars building my expertise, I’ve been fielding more requests about my resources. People are asking for things I’ve spent countless hours refining, and the unspoken assumption behind it feels off.

A few years ago, I invested in a high-level coaching program. I got so much more than just information out of it—I gained confidence and a new framework for the way I think. It also helped me boss up my boundaries, see my surroundings as an ecosystem, and more. But these things came from grit, showing up, and taking risks. The journey deserves to be appreciated.

When someone expects your expertise without considering the work it took to gain it, it can feel like you’re being taken advantage of. We, as professionals, need to value the person we’re asking for help and acknowledge their journey (as opposed to seeking them for a quick answer).

Boundaries aren’t about withholding, it’s about honoring. So, consider this if you’re going to an expert for information. Make it clear that you respect what it took for them to get where they are. It makes for a more meaningful interaction and can also help you pave your own path.

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There has been an increased interest in NAD+ therapy recently, and it’s become a bit of a buzzword. But what exactly is it, and what are the benefits? NAD+ is a coenzyme that’s making waves in the world of cellular health and DNA repair. Studies have shown promising potential with limited concern for side effects.

You can find NMN, the precursor for NAD+, in supplement (pill) form. However, the injectable version is much more bioavailable and allows you to go straight to the source. NAD+ plays a central role in cellular energy production and cellular communication. NAD+ is the food your mitochondria “eats” to produce ATP (energy).

NAD+ levels naturally decline as we age, and this can lead to many different symptoms and diseases. If you choose to go with the supplement precursor rather than the injections, be sure to choose high-quality products that will actually produce results.

Sirtuins, sometimes called longevity genes, are proteins that regulate cellular health. Sirtuins need NAD+ to function, as NAD+ protects your body from the wear and tear of daily life. For example, it reduces triglycerides and liver enzymes to help your body work more efficiently.

NAD+ can also help reduce inflammation and reduce the oxidative stress your body takes on. As an antioxidant, it shields your DNA from damage caused by oxidative stress. It’s a neurotransmitter, so it plays a direct role in brain function too. There is some promising data for conditions like Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson’s disease, Lyme disease, and more.

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Today we’re talking about the role that hormones play in anti-aging and skincare. Your skin’s vitality is strongly tied to your hormonal health. This is something science is backing, and also a relationship that I’ve seen first-hand in my business.

Hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and thyroid hormones are some of the biggest influencers in hormone health. Take estrogen for example: it plays a significant role in skin hydration and elasticity. When estrogen declines, you’ll notice a dryness in the skin and an increase in fine lines.

Testosterone tends to have a bad reputation in skincare, but it is actually important for maintaining skin resilience. The key is keeping testosterone in balance (whereas too much can increase acne). Perimenopause, menopause, and andropause are all stages in which these hormones can fluctuate and impact the look of your skin.

A tailored bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT) treatment can help improve the look and feel of your skin in many ways. By balancing your hormones, you can increase resilience and age holistically. You can even add it onto your other procedures and treatments for an even greater impact.

The first step is getting your hormones checked and identifying the skin symptoms you may be experiencing. Investing in balancing your hormones is truly one of the best decisions you can make, not just for your skin, but for your overall health too. True anti-aging starts with supporting your skin from the inside out. If you’re ready to feel more confident, we’re here to help.

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Peptide therapy is a fascinating and highly effective wellness tool. Peptides are cutting edge, and as a result, many have been pulled by the FDA. In this episode I’m sharing the many ways in which they could be a game changer for your health and how you can get started on your peptide journey.

Peptides are short-chain amino acids that act as signaling molecules. These little messengers can boost metabolism, recovery, cognitive function, and other body functions. They also support physical fitness by enhancing muscle growth. There is specific data on when to use them, and we try to mimic that process using peptides.

Good sleep is the foundation for a healthy lifestyle, but so many people struggle with it. Delta-sleep-inducing peptide (DSIP) can be used to promote a more restorative sleep. Better sleep will also aid your recovery and metabolism, further supporting your physical fitness. There are also specific peptides meant to help with fat loss.

If you have nagging injuries due to activity or age, peptides like BPC157 and TB500 can help you reduce pain and improve mobility. BPC157 comes from the gut naturally and can also support those struggling with IBS. It can even be used in support of healing from cosmetic procedures.

There are also peptides that can help you stay resilient against infection by boosting your immune system, so if you want to avoid getting sidelined by the illnesses going around, peptides can help. Additionally, Peptides like Semax and Selank can support cognitive function and be your secret weapon for stronger mental health. You can also explore peptides for hormone balance. Whatever your needs are, there is probably a peptide that can help.

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