Beauty Industry Leaders
Welcome to the no-BS podcast for beauty entrepreneurs who are here to lead.
This is for the ones raising the standards - not just in their own business, but for the entire industry.
Not for hobbyists or side hustlers. This is for those who are all in.
Each episode brings together raw, unfiltered conversations with beauty business owners - from service providers and product creators to educators and consultants, plus guest experts who are leading in their field. You’ll hear the real stories behind their success, the mistakes they’ve made, and the lessons that helped them evolve.
Hosted by Sammy Kennedy, a 7-figure entrepreneur, business strategist, and multi-industry disrupter - the Beauty Industry Leaders podcast, a show where legacy and leadership collide to spark industry evolution. With 17 years of hands-on experience in small business (across 8 family-run ventures and 3 of her own), Sammy delivers a fresh, strategic lens on what it actually takes to grow a profitable, scalable, and values-driven business in today’s competitive landscape.
In each weekly episode, you’ll hear real, raw conversations with small business owners, CEOs and guest experts covering everything from:
🔥 Mindset, Imposter Syndrome and your CEO Identity
🔥 Profitable Pricing & Cashflow Clarity
🔥 Leadership, Culture and Team Performance
🔥 Brand Positioning & Social Impact
🔥 Marketing Strategy That Converts
🔥 Sales & Client Conversion
🔥 Client Experience & Retention Strategies
🔥 Smart Systems & Business Efficiency
We shine a light on the silent achievers behind the scenes, the rising stars who are building with purpose, and the leaders at the top redefining what success looks like in the ever-changing beauty industry.
It’s a space to celebrate those doing incredible work behind the scenes, spotlight those who are shaping the future of our industry, and share practical, powerful insights that move us all forward.
Whether you’re leading the way or just finding your stride, you’ll feel at home here.
This podcast pays it forward - for the betterment of you, your business, and the beauty industry as a whole.
Subscribe to the podcast now so you don’t miss a moment and get ahead of the rest of the pack in this competitive industry.
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Beauty Industry Leaders
The Membership Expert: How I Stopped Chasing New Clients and Built Predictable Revenue with Memberships – with Tara Shaw
Okay, guys… this episode is about to change EVERYTHING. If you’re sick of constantly chasing new clients, stressing about no-shows, and wondering how the hell you’re gonna hit your revenue goals next month — THIS is the episode for you.
I’m sitting down with Tara Shaw (aka The Membership Expert) who has cracked the code on client retention. Tara’s got over two decades of experience in the beauty industry — clinic owner, international educator, mentor — she’s done it all. She’s the brains behind The Aesthetic CEO Academy and the Client Retention Blueprint, where she helps clinic owners create predictable, consistent revenue (without burning themselves out).
We’re talking about:
- Why focusing on new clients is costing you money (and why retention is the real goldmine)
- How to create memberships and treatment plans that keep clients coming back
- Why selling isn’t sleazy — it’s literally just serving with a solution
If you’ve ever thought, “My team just isn’t good at selling” or “Clients don’t want to commit to long-term plans” — Tara’s about to prove you wrong. Grab a coffee (or a wine), hit play, and get ready to take some notes.
Listen to the full episode now — you’re gonna want to hear this one!
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I want to empower women in the beauty industry to create an impact, build an empire, and leave their legacy!
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If you have any questions about the episode, or have a burning question you’d like me to answer on the show, or if you’d like to join our movement of ambitious beauty leaders, connect with me and the rest of our incredible community on Instagram:
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