Beauty Business Breakthroughs
Beauty Business Breakthroughs™ is the podcast for med spa founders, estheticians, and beauty educators ready to scale with certification, licensing, and strategy. Hosted by Shara Gabaldon — beauty licensing strategist, accredited course creator, and founder of Luxe Beauty & Body Co.™ — this show delivers real-world insights to help you build a prestige beauty brand that runs with or without you. You’ll learn how to turn services into certification-ready IP, create licensing systems that scale, and expand your visibility through podcasting, media, and brand partnerships. Episodes include expert interviews, solo strategy sessions, and live minisodes featuring Luxe students in real-time coaching or transformation stories. From high-level growth tactics to behind-the-scenes of program creation, every conversation is designed to move you from hands-on hustler to licensed leader. If you’re ready to stop guessing, start scaling, and finally lead with leverage — Beauty Business Breakthroughs is your boardroom.
Episodes

Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
In this episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, We unlock the secrets behind mastering SEO and social media algorithms with insights from our esteemed guest Deidre Andrews, a marketing veteran with nearly 20 years of experience. Listen to her transformative journey from corporate advertising to helping small businesses succeed, including her remarkable success story of boosting her family’s dance studio clientele by 70% in a single year. Deidre’s expertise in advertising can turn any struggling beauty business into a thriving venture, and she’s here to share the strategies that made it happen.
We dive into the complexities and unpredictable nature of social media growth while highlighting the persistent efforts required for effective SEO optimization. Deidre provides valuable tips on overcoming stagnant growth and understanding the critical role of brand awareness and paid ads in building long-term customer trust and recognition. Also, learn how combining organic and paid strategies can significantly enhance visibility and customer engagement.
Maximize your advertising budget with actionable strategies discussed in our episode, including the benefits of Google Ads for immediate visibility and effective retargeting. Understand the importance of tracking customer acquisition and lifetime value to ensure profitability. Join us as we introduce the Get Only Booked Accelerator program, a game-changer for beauty professionals aiming for exceptional growth. Reach out to Lux Beauty and Body Co. on Instagram with the word "success" to start your journey toward a flourishing beauty business. Discover how to elevate your beauty business to new heights with this episode.
Episode Quotes:
"From corporate advertising to helping small businesses succeed, my journey has been all about transformation and growth." - Deidre Andrews
"Boosting my family’s dance studio clientele by 70% in a single year showed me the power of strategic marketing and dedication." - Deidre Andrews
"Understanding the unpredictable nature of social media growth and the persistent efforts required for SEO optimization is key to success." - Deidre Andrews
"Brand awareness and paid ads are crucial in building long-term customer trust and recognition." - Deidre Andrews
"Combining organic and paid strategies can significantly enhance visibility and customer engagement." - Deidre Andrews
"Google Ads offer immediate visibility and effective retargeting, making them a valuable tool for maximizing your advertising budget." - Deidre Andrews
"Tracking customer acquisition and lifetime value is essential to ensure the profitability of your marketing efforts." - Deidre Andrews
Key Topics:
Transition from corporate advertising to small business success.
Success story of boosting family’s dance studio clientele by 70% in a year.
Strategies to turn struggling beauty businesses into thriving ventures.
Complexities and unpredictable nature of social media growth.
Persistent efforts required for effective SEO optimization and overcoming stagnant growth.
Importance of brand awareness in building customer trust and recognition.
Role of paid ads in long-term business success and enhancing visibility and customer engagement through a combination of organic and paid marketing strategies.
Benefits of Google Ads for immediate visibility and effective retargeting.
Strategies for maximizing the effectiveness of advertising budgets.
Importance of tracking customer acquisition and lifetime value for ensuring profitability.
Introduction to the Get Only Booked Accelerator program for beauty professionals aiming for growth.
Resources:
Visit https://luxebeautyandbodyco.com/products/scale-to-six-figures-academy for The Fully Booked Accelerator program.
Social Media Handles:
Shara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxebeautyandbodyco/
Shara Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LuxeBeautyNBodyCo
Join our Get Fully Booked Accelerator Program to achieve extraordinary success in your beauty business. Send us a direct message on Instagram with the word "success" for more details. For Tour https://luxe-beauty-and-body-academy.thinkific.com/courses/fast-track

Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
In this episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, We unlock the secrets of how you can transform a modest $5,000 in sales to a staggering $70,000 in just one month with insights from our esteemed guest and marketing expert Jana Bishop who unveils her journey from being overwhelmed by social media ads to mastering Facebook and Instagram advertising like a pro. Join us on Beauty Business Breakthroughs as Jana shares her story and offers invaluable advice to help you unlock the hidden potential of social media advertising for your beauty business.
Learn the secrets behind optimizing your ad spend and increasing effectiveness with essential tools and strategies. Discover the power of retargeting and the Facebook pixel, and how the Tech Check course can simplify the process of setting up your ad campaigns for success. Jana's experiences provide a relatable roadmap, showing how even a small business can see substantial growth by laying a solid foundation in ad management.
In this episode, Shara and Jana explore how versatile Facebook and Instagram ads can be across different business types, from services to e-commerce to coaching. Jana walks us through the Instagram Ads Bundle and its invaluable tools, like the Ad Copy Generator and Ads Budget Calculator. With tips on crafting compelling ad copy and smart budgeting strategies, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for female entrepreneurs aiming to scale their beauty businesses effectively and sustainably. Don’t miss out on these expert strategies to elevate your marketing game!
Episode Quotes:
"What if you could transform a modest $5,000 in sales to a staggering $70,000 in just one month? It's possible with the right social media advertising strategies." - Jana Bishop
"I went from being overwhelmed by social media ads to mastering Facebook and Instagram advertising like a pro." - Jana Bishop
"Unlock the hidden potential of social media advertising for your beauty business with these invaluable tips and strategies." - Jana Bishop
"Optimizing your ad spend and increasing effectiveness is crucial, and essential tools and strategies can make all the difference." - Jana Bishop
"Retargeting and the Facebook pixel are powerful tools that can simplify the process of setting up your ad campaigns for success." - Jana Bishop
"Even a small business can see substantial growth by laying a solid foundation in ad management." - Jana Bishop
"Facebook and Instagram ads are incredibly versatile, suitable for services, e-commerce, and coaching businesses alike." - Jana Bishop
"The Instagram Ads Bundle, including the Ad Copy Generator and Ads Budget Calculator, is invaluable for crafting compelling ad copy and smart budgeting." - Jana Bishop
"Female entrepreneurs can effectively and sustainably scale their beauty businesses with the right marketing strategies." - Jana Bishop
Key Takeaways:
How to increase sales from $5,000 to $70,000 in one month through effective social media advertising.
Jana's personal journey from struggling with social media ads to mastering Facebook and Instagram advertising.
Secrets to optimizing ad spend and increasing effectiveness using essential tools and strategies.
The importance and power of retargeting and the Facebook pixel in ad campaigns.
How the Tech Check course can simplify setting up ad campaigns for success.
Building a solid foundation in ad management for substantial business growth.
The versatility of Facebook and Instagram ads across different business types, including services, e-commerce, and coaching.
Utilizing the Instagram Ads Bundle, including tools like the Ad Copy Generator and Ads Budget Calculator.
Tips for crafting compelling ad copy and smart budgeting strategies.
Strategies for female entrepreneurs to effectively and sustainably scale their beauty businesses.
Resources:
Visit https://www.jbctrainings.com/jbc-link-in-bio for all your favorite ads coach details.
Visit https://luxebeautyandbodyco.com/products/scale-to-six-figures-academy for The Fully Booked Accelerator program.
Social Media Handles:
Jana Bishop Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thejanabishop/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/luxebeautyandbodyco/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LuxeBeautyNBodyCo
JBC Ads Membership https://www.skool.com/jbc-trainings-2692/about
Join our Get Fully Booked Accelerator Program to achieve extraordinary success in your beauty business. Send us a direct message on Instagram with the word "success" for more details. For Tour https://luxe-beauty-and-body-academy.thinkific.com/courses/fast-track

Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
In this episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, We unlock the secrets of how a shift in career can lead to greater success and satisfaction with insights and captivating stories from our esteemed guest Chad Hufford, who left his biochemistry studies and a potential medical career to build a flourishing wealth management firm in Anchorage, Alaska. Through Chad's personal journey, you'll learn how he balanced his desire for family time with his entrepreneurial ambitions, starting with a fitness training business that catered to Olympians and professional athletes, and eventually transitioning to manage nearly half a billion dollars for clients nationwide.
In this episode, Shara and Chad also uncover the secret to building lasting client relationships in both the financial and beauty industries. Chad and Shara share valuable insights and personal anecdotes on moving from simply providing a service to becoming a trusted advisor. From remembering significant dates to sending thoughtful gestures, discover practical tips for deepening client connections and boosting their confidence. Tune in for invaluable advice on how small actions can create meaningful and loyal customer relationships, whether you're in finance or beauty, this episode is a must listen.
Episode Quotes:
""I left my biochemistry studies and a potential medical career to build a wealth management firm in Anchorage, Alaska." - Chad Hufford
"Balancing my desire for family time with entrepreneurial ambitions led me to start a fitness training business for Olympians and professional athletes." - Chad Hufford
"Transitioning from simply providing a service to becoming a trusted advisor is key in both the financial and beauty industries." - Chad Hufford
"Remembering significant dates and sending thoughtful gestures can deepen client connections and boost their confidence." - Chad Hufford
"Small actions can create meaningful and loyal customer relationships, whether you're in finance or beauty." - Chad Hufford
"Managing nearly half a billion dollars for clients nationwide was a journey that started
Key Topics:
Transitioning from biochemistry studies and a potential medical career to wealth management.
Building a successful wealth management firm in Anchorage, Alaska.
Starting a fitness training business catering to Olympians and professional athletes while Balancing family time with entrepreneurial ambitions.
Managing nearly half a billion dollars for clients nationwide.
Techniques for building lasting client relationships in the financial and beauty industries and Transitioning from providing a service to becoming a trusted advisor.
Remembering significant dates and sending thoughtful gestures; Deepening client connections and boosting their confidence through small actions.
Strategies applicable to both finance and beauty industries for creating meaningful and loyal customer relationships.
Resources:
Visit https://luxebeautyandbodyco.com/products/scale-to-six-figures-academy for The Fully Booked Accelerator program.
Chad Hufford Website: https://www.veritasalaska.com/ to learn more and get connected.
Social Media Handles:
Chad Hufford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veritas.alaska/
Chad Hufford Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-hufford-066208100/
Chad Hufford Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeritasWealthManagement/
Shara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxebeautyandbodyco/
Shara Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LuxeBeautyNBodyCo
Join our Get Fully Booked Accelerator Program to achieve extraordinary success in your beauty business. Send us a direct message on Instagram with the word "success" for more details. For Tour https://luxe-beauty-and-body-academy.thinkific.com/courses/fast-track
Visit Chad Hufford’s Website: http://www.veritasalaska.com to stay up to date with our events, articles, videos or even book an appointment with one of our financial professionals.

Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
In this episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, host Shara Gabaldon discusses why some beauty businesses thrive while others struggle to retain clients. If you ever wondered then here’s your chance to discover the game-changing strategy that can elevate your customer service: really listening to your client's needs. Shara shares a personal story about a service she stopped using and how the business's lack of response not only confirmed her decision but also highlighted the critical importance of client feedback. This episode dives into practical tips for asking for and graciously accepting client feedback to fine-tune your services and stand out, especially during the hectic holiday season.
Join Shara as she breaks down actionable strategies to enhance your customer service skills, making your beauty business a client favorite. With insights from real-life experiences and industry experts, this episode is packed with valuable advice that can transform your approach to client interactions. Whether you're a seasoned beauty pro or just starting your journey, this episode is your ultimate guide to mastering client communication and leveraging feedback to refine your business practices. Don't miss out on learning how to keep your clients coming back for more, setting you apart from the competition.
Episode Quotes:
"Really listening to your client's needs can be a game-changer for your beauty business." - Shara Gabaldon
"I stopped using a service because the business's lack of response confirmed my decision. It highlighted how crucial client feedback is." - Shara Gabaldon
"Asking for and graciously accepting client feedback can help fine-tune your services and make you stand out, especially during the hectic holiday season." - Shara Gabaldon
"Enhancing your customer service skills can transform your beauty business into a client favorite." - Shara Gabaldon
"Leveraging feedback to refine your business practices is key to keeping clients coming back for more and setting you apart from the competition." - Shara Gabaldon
Key Topics:
Emphasizing the significance of truly understanding and addressing client needs and power of using feedback to enhance and refine services.
The critical role of client feedback in retaining customers and improving services as well as Practical tips on how to solicit and graciously accept feedback from clients.
Personal anecdote illustrating the consequences of ignoring client feedback.
Strategies to improve customer service and make a beauty business a client favorite.
Power of sharing experiences and insights from the beauty industry to provide valuable advice.
Specific advice on standing out and maintaining excellent service during the busy holiday season.
Mastering the art of client communication to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Techniques to differentiate a beauty business from the competition and keep clients returning.
Resources:
Visit https://luxebeautyandbodyco.com/products/scale-to-six-figures-academy for The Fully Booked Accelerator program.
Social Media Handles:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/luxebeautyandbodyco/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LuxeBeautyNBodyCo
Join our Get Fully Booked Accelerator Program to achieve extraordinary success in your beauty business. Send us a direct message on Instagram with the word "success" for more details. For Tour https://luxe-beauty-and-body-academy.thinkific.com/courses/fast-track

Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
In this episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, We unlock the secrets of slashing your federal income taxes by up to 95% with insights of our esteemed guest Sally Gimon, a real estate investor turned tax-saving strategist. After being confronted with a massive tax bill, Sally discovered the powerful tax-saving strategies utilized by the Rockefellers. She now shares these secrets with high-income earners in the real estate and business sectors. Sally breaks down the distinctions between business trusts for 1099 income earners and beneficial trusts for investors, clearly illustrating how these specialized vehicles can offer significant tax savings.
Join us as Sally unravels the maze of statutory laws in different states, such as California and North Carolina, and the implications of the upcoming 2024 Corporate Transparency Act. Sally reveals the structure of a Spendthrift Trust and how it can ensure privacy and control over your assets while avoiding inheritance tax. Whether you're concerned about the costs associated with setting up a trust or the types of income it can protect, Sally's insights offer valuable guidance. This episode is a must-listen for beauty industry professionals and other high-income earners seeking advanced strategies for tax management and asset protection.
Episode Quotes:
"Imagine slashing your federal income taxes by up to 95%! That's what I help my clients achieve." - Sally Gimon
"When faced with a massive tax bill, I turned to the strategies used by the Rockefellers and transformed my approach to tax savings." - Sally Gimon
"I educate high-income earners on the distinctions between business trusts for 1099 income earners and beneficial trusts for investors to maximize their tax savings." - Sally Gimon
"Navigating the maze of statutory laws in states like California and North Carolina can be complex, but it's crucial for optimizing your tax strategy." - Sally Gimon
"The 2024 Corporate Transparency Act will bring significant changes, and it's important to be prepared." - Sally Gimon
"A Spendthrift Trust can offer both privacy and control over your assets while avoiding inheritance tax." - Sally Gimon
"Setting up a trust can seem daunting, but understanding the costs and the types of income it can protect is essential for effective tax planning." - Sally Gimon
"For beauty industry professionals and other high-income earners, advanced strategies for tax management and asset protection are key to maintaining financial health." - Sally Gimon
Key Topics:
Techniques to reduce federal income taxes by up to 95%.
Insights into the tax-saving methods used by the Rockefellers.
Business trusts for 1099 income earners and beneficial trusts for investors.
Differences in state laws, focusing on California and North Carolina and the upcoming 2024 Corporate Transparency Act and its implications.
Structure and benefits, including privacy, control, and inheritance tax avoidance.
Discussion on the expenses related to setting up trusts and the types of income they can protect.
Tailored advice for beauty industry professionals and high-income earners in real estate and business sectors.
Resources:
Visit https://luxebeautyandbodyco.com/products/scale-to-six-figures-academy for The Fully Booked Accelerator program.
Sally Gimon’s Website: https://thetrustisyou.com/ to learn more and get connected.
Social Media Handles:
Sally Gimon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sallygimon/
Sally Gimon Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-gimon-46142928a/
Sally Gimon Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sally.gimon?lang=en
Shara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxebeautyandbodyco/
Shara Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LuxeBeautyNBodyCo
Join our Get Fully Booked Accelerator Program to achieve extraordinary success in your beauty business. Send us a direct message on Instagram with the word "success" for more details. For Tour https://luxe-beauty-and-body-academy.thinkific.com/courses/fast-track
To make an appointment with Sally Gimon visit: www.thetrustisyou.com/scheduling

Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
In this episode of Beauty Business Breakthroughs, host Shara Gabaldon discusses and unpacks with actionable insights to help you effortlessly elevate your beauty business with just a few simple strategies. Shara share’s her personal journey and reveals three impactful ways to enhance your social media presence. From crafting consistent, valuable content that resonates with your audience, to using affordable tools like a ring light and phone stand from Amazon to make your posts pop, She covers it all. Plus, discover the magic of behind-the-scenes moments that create genuine connections with your followers.
But that’s not all! In the next segment, Shara unravels the art of authentic engagement and personalized consultations. By dedicating just 15-30 minutes daily to meaningful interactions, you can build strong relationships with your audience, leading to natural client attraction and referrals. Shara shares her go-to strategies for engaging with your followers without coming off as spammy or overly promotional. Finally, get an inside look at the Get Only Booked Accelerator program—a revolutionary initiative designed to propel beauty entrepreneurs to impressive earnings and business success. Ready to transform your beauty business? Tune into this episode for actionable insights that will take your beauty business to the next level let’s make it happen!
Episode Quotes:
"Discover the game-changing techniques that beauty professionals can use to skyrocket their online presence and how staying actively involved in your social media interactions can make a world of difference before you even think about outsourcing." - Shara Gabaldon
"Learn how to consistently produce high-quality content, even on a budget, using smart tips like focusing on good lighting and clear visuals as well as opening the doors to your workspace through behind-the-scenes glimpses can build trust and create a stronger connection with your potential clients." - Shara Gabaldon
"Interacting with new followers in a genuine way encourages them to come to you, rather than feeling spammed and showing real interest in their content can foster a comfortable communication space and help maintain relationships beyond direct services." - Shara Gabaldon
"Personalized consultations ensure that you and your clients are the perfect match, enhancing long-term connections and client satisfaction." - Shara Gabaldon
Key Topics:
Strategies to enhance online presence for beauty professionals.
Tips for achieving good lighting and clear visuals.
The importance of showing the workspace to potential clients.
The impact of staying engaged on social media before considering outsourcing.
Techniques for genuine interactions that attract followers without spamming them and showing real interest in followers' content to maintain relationships beyond direct services.
Ensuring a perfect match between service providers and clients to enhance long-term connections and satisfaction.
Resources:
Visit https://luxebeautyandbodyco.com/products/scale-to-six-figures-academy for The Fully Booked Accelerator program.
Social Media Handles:
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/luxebeautyandbodyco/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LuxeBeautyNBodyCo
Join our Get Fully Booked Accelerator Program to achieve extraordinary success in your beauty business. Send us a direct message on Instagram with the word "success" for more details. For Tour https://luxe-beauty-and-body-academy.thinkific.com/courses/fast-track

Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
"Mastering Advertising: Pro Tips for Beauty Business Professionals" is a podcast dedicated to helping beauty business professionals excel in the world of advertising. Join us as we dive deep into the strategies, techniques, and insider secrets that will take your advertising game to the next level. From social media marketing to influencer collaborations, we'll cover it all. Whether you're a salon owner, makeup artist, or skincare specialist, this podcast is your go-to resource for mastering the art of advertising in the beauty industry. Tune in every week to learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights that will help you grow your business and attract more clients. Get ready to unlock the power of advertising and elevate your beauty business to new heights!

Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Welcome to "Beauty Business Breakthroughs," the podcast where we uncover the secrets to thriving in the beauty industry. In this episode, titled "From 9 to Thrive: Navigating the Transition to Full-Time Self-Employment in the Beauty Business," our host Shara, a renowned beauty business coach, takes you on a journey into the world of transitioning from a full-time job to becoming a successful self-employed beauty service provider. With her wealth of experience and expertise, Shara shares invaluable insights, strategies, and tips to help you strategically navigate this career shift and unlock your full potential in the beauty industry.
Show Notes:- Introduction to the episode and the host, Shara, a leading beauty business coach and expert.- The significance of transitioning from a full-time job to self-employment in the beauty industry.- Common challenges faced by beauty service providers during this transition phase.- Strategies for building a strong foundation for a successful self-employed beauty business.- Practical tips on managing finances, marketing, and client acquisition during the transition.- Insights into leveraging personal branding and networking to stand out in the competitive beauty industry.- Real-life success stories and examples of individuals who have successfully made the transition.- Conclusion and encouragement for listeners embarking on their journey from 9 to thrive in the beauty business.