01. How I Made It To The Beauty Industry (Intro)

04. Life As A Makeup Artist in NYC with Maria Atubiga (MA Beauty)

This podcast was recorded LIVE in New York City with a very special guest, Maria Atubiga with MA Beauty. Maria is a freelance makeup artist based in NYC that does everything from bridal to e-commerce to fashion and more! Being in the beauty industry for 15 years, Maria goes in to depth about what her life looks like as a makeup artist in NYC and how she strives for success. We talk about the reality of booking clients, how to pivot through obstacles and what you can do to get more exposure as an artist. Maria's story is the perfect example of if you want it, you'll do anything to make it happen.

03. How To Break Into The Beauty Industry with Vivi Hurtado (Embellash Beauty Bar, Embellash Academy)

This episode is super special because it is a live recording from the Beauty By Chi Doll's One Year Anniversary Party. We hosted a beauty panel and talked with Vivi Hurtado, owner of Embellash Beauty Bar, on how to break into the beauty industry. Embellash Beauty Bar is located in the heart of Pilsen, Chicago and has over a dozen people on the team. Vivi talks about what it is like being your own boss and transitioning into being a CEO within the beauty industry. This episode is filled with gems that can help you kickstart your career as an entrepreneur. Vivi is also a lash educator for her academy, Embellash Academy. You will learn everything you need to know to become your own boss. You dive into learning different services, how to grow clientele, and how to maneuver through the beauty industry. Learn more about Embellash Beauty Bar + Embellash Academy at https://www.embellashbeautybar.com

02. Stepping Back into the Lash Industry with Miss Nhu Beauty

Our first guest for the podcast was Miss Nhu Beauty, Esthetician and Beauty Guru from Chicago. She was the first person to ever introduce me to lash extensions and it changed my world forever. We talked about stepping back into the lash world, what has changed over the years within the beauty industry and how much the hospitality industry has helped us become even better beauty providers.

01. How I Made It To The Beauty Industry (Intro)

In this episode, we go all the way back to my days in middle school. Everything that has happened since that time has played a part in who I am today. A lot of highs and a lot of lows but I wouldn't change my journey at all.