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Just starting your sugaring business and need a little support? Maybe a website? Or how about some insurance to CYA just in case? Never fear, ASCP is here! If you’ve been around here for a while, I’m sure you’ve heard of ASCP and our long-time friendship. But for all you newbies out there, Maggie Staszcuk is here to grab your hand and walk you through it.Maggie is the Education Program Manager for ASCP and AHP, and she is the co-host of ASCP's Esty Talk. Maggie has been a licensed esthetician since 2006 and holds a Bachelor's degree in business administration. She has worked in the spa and med-spa industry, and is a wealth of knowledge for all my Sugar Babes out there!  BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  The big picture benefits of having insurance as an esthetician or beauty professional. Why it's so important to look at the big beautiful picture. What resources ASCP can offer beauty babes to make the most out of their education and business! Check out all of ASCP’s Resources HERE If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to know if you’ve explored ASCP! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar and ASCP @ASCPSkincare.  Want more of our Love2Sugar Official Partners? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

Have you wanted to make the sweet switch to sugar but are afraid of sticking out in your local waxing community like a sugar-coated sore thumb? You’re in good company! Elena Daase was in the same boat when she first created SugarSMAC®, and all she needed to make this dream a reality was some from her brother-in-law Jason.Jason Daase became involved with SugarSMAC® after catching the vision from Elena of what a world-class Sugaring company could be. Prior to his involvement in SugarSMAC, Jason was an educator for 23 years who had a passion for training the next generation to be lifelong learners and critical thinkers. He has used his skill set to help guide the SugarSMAC certification program, and to cast an exciting new vision for the future of the company. He is committed to increasing the prominence of Body Sugaring in the esthetics industry, and to making SugarSMAC Professional® Body Sugaring a household name. In one of our first Love2Sugar Partner Spotlights of the year, Jason breaks down the story behind SugarSMAC®, their journey, and what sets them apart from other sugar pastes on the market.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  How one esthetician helped pioneer the art of sugaring in her Canadian city.  Why you should NOT trust that YouTube video that claims you can DIY sugaring at home. The family secret that makes SugarSMAC® so special and truly sets them apart! Check out SugarSMAC’s Sugaring Courses HERE!If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear your own personal journey to sugar greatness! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar and @Sugar.Smac.Want more of our Love2Sugar Official Partners? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

Let’s get real here - when was the last time you took a really good look at your operating procedures or the way you do business in your business?Never fear, Maxine Drake is here to help you level up your business in 2023! Maxine helps estheticians build, grow, and scale their businesses through Elite VIP Coaching, the Empowered Mastermind, and the Esthetician Inner Circle Membership™. She is a contributing author in The Estheticians Guide To Outstanding Esthetics and has written articles for many trade magazines such as Skin Inc and Les Nouvelles. She is also the creator of the Beauty Business Summit™. It’s time to take a good hard look at your backend business systems and let Maxine be your guide as she shines a light on some of the areas your business may need some extra TLC so you can crush those 2023 goals because when more spa owners are more profitable, the industry bar is energetically raised! BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  How to take a look in the mirror to ensure you’re putting your best foot forward every single day. What small touches you can bring into your treatment room tomorrow to take your clients’ experience to the next level. The secret to being ten steps ahead of your clients so you know what they’re thinking before they’ve even thought it! Run, don’t walk to check out Maxine’s business-changing SOP bundle HERE! Can’t get enough of Maxine? Head over to her website HERE! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear what small changes you’ll be making in your business! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar and Maxine @MaxineDrake.Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

The weather outside is frightful, and all that bundling up makes it all too easy for clients to say “I’ll just let it grow out..” and that can mean more $$$ in your pocket! Continuing last week’s theme of planning ahead, today we’re zeroing in on Q1 (also known as the first 3 months of the year) and really getting clear on what you should be doing both in the shop and online so you can get a head start on those 2023 goals. So grab a pen and paper because you’re going to want to be taking notes as I reveal the step-by-step blueprint to your best Q1 ever!  BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:  How to turn “too lazy to shave my legs” in the winter into a full leg appointment in the spring. What product you should have flying off the shelves How turning your attention away from the treatment table and towards your marketing could triple your Q1 revenue! (Psst….Valentine’s Day is around the corner, what are you doing to promote Brazilians?) Check out “How Sugaring Saved My Life…Again!” HERE! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear how what you’re doing to start the year strong and crush Q1! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar.Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

 Happy 2023 Sugar Babes!  With a new year comes new goals, dreams, and resolutions. And if you don’t lay the proper foundation now, you’ll be fighting an uphill battle later in the year.  It doesn't matter if you’re listening in January or June, it’s time to grab a pen, break out that new planner, and break down your 2023 resolutions so you can “eat the elephant one bite at a time”. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: What 3 essential things you may be overlooking in your workday. How celebrating the small wins can help you achieve the big ones. The magic of putting pen on paper and laying out your year so you can set yourself up for success! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear your 2023 resolutions! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar. Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

I really, really love bringing on guests for the Sweet Success™️ series that will maybe show you a different way to think about success, and today Angie Patterson is here to shine a spotlight on her own brand of success.Angie went from front desk to call center manager to IT manager to HR/Operations manager of three locations in 6 years - needless to say she wore A LOT of hats! But she truly found her calling when the sugar gods came knocking and since then has hyper-focused her business to become known as the Brazillian expert while doubling her income.Whether you’re still in school or a seasoned esthetician beginning your sugar journey, I bet there’s a part of Angie’s story that you can connect with!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN :  Why sugaring is a journey - not a destination! How to move the needle if you’re feeling stuck in your career. The secret to doubling you’re revenue by doubling down on one specialty! Learn more and book with Angie HERE!If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - this was a heavy one, and I can’t wait to hear how you’ll be giving grace this holiday season! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar and be sure to follow Angie @CityGirlSugaring.Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

With the holidays coming at us like a freight train not only is it our busiest time of year, but our clients’ as well. And sometimes those conversations in the treatment room can have you double checking to make sure your certification says “licensed esthetician” not “licensed therapist”As beauty professionals, we’re often the definition of “self-care” for our clients, but it’s far to easy for us to forget to take care of ourselves.This problem is so much bigger than just a season, which is why today I’m gonna get real with you about what it means to truly give grace, ways to give grace to others, and maybe most importantly giving you the permission to give grace to yourself.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH:  A better understanding of what truly defines “grace” Nine ways you can start incorporating grace into your day-to-day routine (number 5 might be hard to hear)! My top 5 tips for giving yourself grace even when it seems so hard! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a reviewand let us know your biggest takeaway - this was a heavy one, and I can’t wait to hear how you’ll be giving grace this holiday season! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar.Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop-shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

As we enter into December and the holiday season is in full swing, I am really excited to bring you more tools to bring you new ways to think about your business without just churning and burning sugar.That’s why I invited my friend Julie Gohring - a heart-centered sales mentor for women entrepreneurs who teaches women how to sell from their heart and own the value of who they already are in sales & business.Julie really teaches women how to sell from their heart and own the value of who they already are, both in business and in the treatment room, while making sure that resonates with your clients. I can’t wait for you to hear Julie’s gems of wisdom and hopefully apply them to your own business this holiday season!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  How to throw out everything you think you know about sales conversations. Why you never want to make your clients feel like they’re buying the lemon. How to flip “selling” on its head by embracing the relationship aspect of esthetics while still meeting your quota each month. The secret to conquering sales even as an introvert! Love what you heard? Check out Julie’s Feminine Selling Academy HERE! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a reviewand let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear what your biggest sales takeaway was! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar and check out Julie  @SellingIsFeminine on Insta and on Facebook!Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop-shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

With the holidays swiftly approaching, a simple sugaring appointment can become just another stressful task on an endless “to-do” list. That’s why this week we’re throwing it back to 2020 when I sat down with Gaynor Farmer-Katics of Enhanced Touch Massage.  In this special throwback episode, Gaynor lends her expertise and guides us through ideas to help us create a relaxing environment for our clients.  An experience that will take our client's stresses away, even just for a moment, so they can enjoy their time with you, their Sugaring professional! Gaynor is a delight, and I’m hoping you’ll take advantage of her expert knowledge to create a treatment room environment that sets you apart this holiday season and kicks that pre-holiday anxiety to the curb!Want more? Check out Gaynor’s Enhanced Touch Massage Training HERE!If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear how you’ll be creating a stress-free treatment room this holiday season!And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar and check out Gaynor @Enhanced_TouchWant more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

As the year comes to a close and the end of Q4 is right around the corner, my loyal sugar babes will know it’s time to check in with my good friend Kenesha "The Beauty CPA" Coleman Kenesha Coleman is an award-winning CPA, Certified Tax Coach and IRS Enrolled Agent. She founded ColemanTax, an Accounting firm that specializes in helping ambitious and driven Beauty Entrepreneurs save money by optimizing their tax and financial lives. Beautypreneurs rely on her easy-to-understand tax-savvy to beautify their finances, keep more profit in their pockets and make financial decisions that effortlessly grow their beauty businesses. I’m so beyond grateful to have Kenesha here to help all my sugar babes identify their business strengths and weaknesses so you can make sure that you are making the most out of your taxes and looking forward to the next year with strength and renewed vitality. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  Kenesha’s three “hot tea takes” that will make a world of difference in your business. How to show up like Oprah and truly own your bookkeeping. The three essential “R”s to streamline your accounting and make bookkeeping a breeze! Take Control of Your Bookkeeping With Kenesha HERE!Snag Kenesha's Ultimate Tax Deductions Guide for Beautypreneurs!Check out Kenesha's "Beauty Business Roadmap" HERE! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear how Kenesha inspired you to step up in your bookkeeping! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar and check out Kenesha @TheBeautyCPA. Can't get enough of Kenesha's brilliance? Head over to TheBeautyCPA.com and don't forget to join her FREE Facebook community "Beautypreneur Finance Mastery".Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

This week on The Sugar Show, we’re going to get colorful. Today I’m sitting down with Chrissie Paraschos, the Director of Education and the lead trainer for the CBON Group of Companies.  I can’t wait for you to hear how Chrissie started out, her journey as a boss babe, and why climbing the mountain may be 100% worth it in the end.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:  Why you should start combining services ASAP. How sugaring can improve your brow work. The secret to taking care of your brows & lashes (and how your clients could be doing better too!) If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear how you relate to Chrissie’s teachings! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar and check out Chrissie @Browista_by_Refectocil.Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

I am beyond excited to finally announce the arrival of our brand new Love2Sugar App!This has been in the works for a long time now and it really came from listening to all of you. So this week, I’m diving in headfirst with everything you need to know about this amazing resource for you, my sugar pros! So what are you waiting for? Head over to Love2Sugar.com/app right now! Smooth operators are standing by ;) BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  Why I threw in the towel on social media. One key ingredient you may be missing in your business (and how I built this app to help you find it!) The blood, sweat, and sugar we put into building something dedicated to YOUR sweet success! Download the Love2Sugar App ASAP! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear your thoughts on our amazing new community! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar.Want more? Download the Love2Sugar App for your one-stop shop for all things sugar and join The Sugar Tribe while you’re there!

Have you ever wondered if the work/life balance is truly attainable or just a fairy tale? In this episode, you're gonna meet Michelle Brown; a stay-at-home mom who decided to go back to esthetics school, who’s had some health challenges, and has had a smile on her face the whole way and made it happen. She is so booked, it was actually hard to get this interview with her - and isn’t that the goal? To not only be booked, but to have that work/life balance and do it in such a smart way.  Michelle has so many nuggets of wisdom to share and I’m so grateful to be able to share her story with our Sugar Tibe!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  How Michelle built her empire with two kids in tow and you can too! The secret to standing apart from the generic “waxing centers” and building your books as a boss sugar babe. Why the grass isn’t always greener on the waxing side! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a reviewand let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear how you resonated with Michelle’s story! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar.Click Here to learn more about Michelle & her businessFollow Michelle on InstagramWant more? We’d love to have you in The Sugar Tribe!

As a woman and also as an esthetician, I think it's super important for us to understand our parts & all the health techniques, research, and wisdom from others that come into making sure that our parts are happy. Therese Clark, the founder of Lady Suite, is the expert in that department. She has worked hard to bring us a well-researched, well-thought-out product line that we can offer to our clients and use ourselves that ensures a pH-balanced microbiome for a happy, smooth, and healthy kitty. Therese is filled with so much incredible wisdom, so sit back, relax and enjoy all that we have to share with you on this episode!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  Why you should join the “vulva-loution” How to avoid falling into the exfoliation addition trap. The secret to de-mystifying women’s health (and how it starts with you!) Do your vulva a favor and grab some Lady Suite! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear about your intimate health journey!And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar and check out Therese @Ladysuite_Beauty.Want more? We’d love to have you in The Sugar Tribe!

When we first start out in the skincare industry or learn something new like sugaring, there is a learning curve that some of us haven't experienced since beauty school. I’ll admit when I first learned to sugar, not only did it challenge me physically with hand-eye coordination, but mentally by challenging my ego in a big way.  So today we’re going to tune out all that fear and doubt and tune into our higher selves to create a treatment room that feels safe, authentic, and joyful!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  How to say “see ya!” to intrusive thoughts by dialing into the frequency of your highest self  Why kicking fear out of your treatment room benefits more than just you. The nine essential steps you should be taking to overcome treatment room anxiety and impostor syndrome! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear your tips & tricks to kicking fear out of your treatment room! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar.Want more? We’d love to have you in The Sugar Tribe!

Everyone’s been talking about preparing for the recession, but what about the business boom that comes next? Last week we looked forward to the upcoming "slow" season. This week we’re throwing it back to 2021, when we were all coming out of the biggest recession most of our businesses had ever experienced, and reflecting on how we all coped when our books went from wide open to overbooked. So as we start to look forward to 2023, I hope you’ll enjoy this journey back in time with me and walk away with the tools you’ll need to grow your business in the coming year. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  The mistakes to avoid when growing your business to accommodate more clients. How to streamline your business so you can focus on the sugar ball The secret to expanding your business without doubling your workload If you’ve enjoyed this blast from the past,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear how you’ll be prepping for the business boom! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar. Want more? We’d love to have you in The Sugar Tribe!

Some say it's coming. Some say we're in it. Regardless, we need to be prepared.  Whether it's a true “recession” or just slow months in general, we all need to make a big-picture effort in our skincare businesses to plan for those times that are slower. So today I’m throwing it all the way back and giving you a peek behind the curtain on how I survived 2009, all the nitty gritty details I learned from it, and what I would actually do differently. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  What exactly you need to stock your esthetician bunker with (and, no, it’s not toilet paper). How to shop like the savvy sugar goddess you are. The secret to building a business that can weather the storm! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear your own tips and tricks on recession-proofing your business! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar.Want more? We’d love to have you in The Sugar Tribe!

Remember back in quarantine when everyone decided to try a new hobby? Well instead of trying to become a pro sourdough baker, my guest today Amber Lynn decided to put down her wax stick and master the art of sugaring.  If you’ve ever thought about switching to sugar, you’re going to want to listen up because Amber is walking us through her journey from start to finish and sharing how sugar can take your business to levels you never even dreamed of. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  How the back of your hand becomes your best friend when you’re learning to sugar in the middle of a pandemic. Why adding sugaring to your roster may make your business recession-proof. The secret to achieving true “sweet success” (hint: it’s not financial!) If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear about where you’re at in your own sugar journey! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar, and check out Amber @LashandBrowCrafter.Want more? We’d love to have you in The Sugar Tribe!

Are you stuck dreaming about your best life instead of actually living it? I'm going to guide you through six soul-searching questions that will take the daydreams and make them a reality. Whether you're just starting out on your esthetics journey or you’ve been in business for a while and you’re wondering if it’s too late - we’re tackling all those nasty limiting beliefs that can get in your way and digging deep to put you on the path to greatness. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  How to identify what your dream day really looks like (and it may look different than you thought!) Why you have to be selfish before you can be selfless. My 6 step formula to turn the life of your dreams into your reality! Resources Mentioned: Start with Why by Simon Sinek I Could Do Anything If I Only Knew What It Was: How to Discover What You Really Want and How to Get It by Barbara Sher If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode in any way,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear your personal entrepreneurial journey! And while you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar! Want more? We’d love to have you in The Sugar Tribe!

Raise your hand if you’ve ever questioned if what you’re doing with your career or life is the “right” choice? This week I’m joined by Melissa Hoffmann. Melissa is a  life and business coach who’s ultimate goal is to help women figure out their purpose, develop the confidence to feel that they can actually have what they want, and create the business they've been dreaming of. Melissa is really digging deep into the nitty gritty of being an entrepreneur, tackling imposter syndrome, and finding what truly lights you up in the beauty space. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:  The (very, very) relatable feeling of being stuck in life and Melissa’s secret to getting un-stuck. Why taking a “job” may not be the right decision for you. The step-by-step method to walking away from what’s making you miserable and stepping into the life of your dreams! Check out Melissa @MelissaMHoffmann & ask about her FREE Masterclass! Get Access to Melissa’s Coaching Here! If you’ve connected with or been inspired by this episode,  leave us a review and let us know your biggest takeaway - I’d love to hear your personal entrepreneurial journey!While you've got your phone out, make sure to follow us on Instagram @Love2Sugar for more tips, tricks, memes, and exclusive content on all things sugar!Want more? We’d love to have you in The Sugar Tribe!