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Friends in Beauty PodcastAuthor: Akua Robinson
Welcome to the Friends in Beauty Podcast, hosted by Akua Robinson, Makeup Artist, Beauty Educator, and the creator of Friends in Beauty. This podcast is a safe space for ambitious beauty industry creatives to have real talk, get real answers and practical tools to grow their businesses, learn the keys to success & longevity in the beauty industry, and most importantly have fun! The Friends in Beauty Podcast is an extension of Akua Robinsons Friends in Beauty networking events and is an opportunity to candidly connect with her and her amazing guests each week as they chat and kick it like real #FriendsinBeauty do. Guests share personal insight on their journeys and their pillars to success that have allowed them to create a business of their dreams and live life on their own terms. You ready? Lets Connect! Follow us on social media: @friendsinbeauty @akuarobinson Language: en-us Genres: Arts, Fashion & Beauty Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 306: If I Quit in 2016, None of This Would Exist
Episode 306
Wednesday, 21 January, 2026
In this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, I’m taking you down memory lane as I reflect on where I was in 2016 and how saying yes, staying consistent, and not quitting changed everything.With a viral social media trend reminding us that 2016 was ten years ago, I found myself stopping in my tracks and thinking about the version of me who was only three years into my makeup artistry journey. I share some of the defining moments from that year, including my first time being flown out for a job, working on a theatrical production in San Francisco, doing makeup backstage for major performances, and saying yes to opportunities that stretched me creatively and professionally.I walk you through what it was like navigating self doubt, learning on the job, and building confidence in real time. From working the Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical, to doing makeup for the Bad Boy Reunion concert, to assisting and learning from industry greats, this episode is a reminder that growth often happens before you feel ready.I also reflect on the power of community, mentorship, and relationships, and how staying connected and open to opportunity shaped my path. If you’ve ever questioned your timing, your progress, or whether it’s worth continuing when things feel uncertain, this episode is for you.If you’re in a season where you’re still figuring it out, let this conversation remind you that your journey is unfolding exactly as it should.💡 Key TakeawaysWhy staying consistent matters more than feeling readyHow saying yes to opportunities builds confidence over timeThe power of mentorship and community in the beauty industryWhy your early years are laying the foundation for future successHow reflecting on your past can motivate your next seasonLeave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3.info@friendsinbeauty.comGET A PEEK INSIDE OF BEAUTYPRO FUNNELS HEREhttps://www.getbeautyprofunnels.com/friendsSHOP MENTED COSMETICS: https://www.mentedcosmetics.com/akua-robinson🤎USE CODE "670FED67397" for 15% off of your first purchase.🚀 FREE GUIDE → 13 WAYS TO GROW YOUR CLIENTELE https://friendsinbeauty.com/grow-your-clientele-7590JOIN US INSIDE OF THE TRAILBLAZERS CLUBhttps://bit.ly/FIBTrailblazersClubbGET BOOKKEEPING & ACCOUNTING SERVICES - Tell Them Friends in Beauty Sent Youhttps://kickstartaccountinginc.comLEARN HOW TO RECORD + EDIT A PODCAST IN 7 DAYS OR LESS: https://bit.ly/DIYPodcasterCourseFRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITYhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeautyMUST HAVE BEAUTY, PODCASTING, CONTENT CREATION TOOLS, AND BOOKShttps://www.amazon.com/shop/akuarobinsonSocial Media Info:Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - @friendsinbeautyFriends in Beauty (YouTube) - Friends in Beauty Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - @akuarobinsonAkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson MUAAkua Robinson (Website) - www.akuarobinson.comNOTE: I am a Brand Ambassador and affiliate for certain businesses, products and services that I believe in. I may have referenced these and included links in this video, description or someplace else at this site. I hope you find the resources helpful.Copyright, Liability Waiver and Disclaimers. All rights reserved.No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, except as permitted under the United States Copyright Act, and/or without the prior express written permission of Friends in Beauty, LLC, Akua Robinson Artistry, LLC and/or Akua Robinson.
