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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. 302: My Biggest Fear as a Makeup Artist Finally Came True - Akua Robinson
Episode 302
Wednesday, 24 December, 2025
In this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, I am sharing a very real behind-the-scenes look at what has been going on in my world. I talk about an exciting opportunity from Pat McGrath Labs, unbox some surprise PR, and open up about a moment that every traveling makeup artist dreads.I start by sharing details about a casting call to join Team Pat McGrath and what makeup artists need to know if they want to apply. If working backstage and becoming part of a legendary beauty brand has ever been a dream of yours, this is something you do not want to miss.I also open PR packages from eSum and First Aid Beauty, share my honest reactions, and talk about why skincare is becoming more important to me as I head into 2026.Then I tell the story of how my biggest fear as a traveling makeup artist finally happened when my car broke down on the way to a client appointment. I share how it felt, how I handled it, and the lesson it reminded me of about grace, preparation, and having understanding clients.This episode is real, reflective, and full of reminders that even when things do not go as planned, you can still find gratitude, perspective, and growth in the moment.💡 Key TakeawaysHow to apply for the Pat McGrath Labs makeup artist casting callWhy skincare and kit upgrades matter as you grow in your careerWhat to do when your biggest fear as a traveling makeup artist becomes realThe importance of communication, grace, and understanding clientsWhy preparation and backup plans can save your peaceLinks and ResourcesAPPLY FOR TEAM PAT MCGRATH: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdGMIvKcLQfobwjAB1KR6MFfB7edtL5GNyLtnbhIm4-0Uw7w/viewform?fbclid=PAdGRleAO1IUtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadpuZpux_tVK47TXunGD5KE_yvd-oTfPLxbD1I8po0yxjEpt5EdVyb_WrDF9A_aem__oEyeozsz4qS1YhQiX-iJw¬_in_iframe=trueTUNE INTO EPISODE 299 FOR NON-MAKEUP KIT ESSENTIALShttps://youtu.be/0Qek2Yt-8Lg?si=XeiaPvokpMyTjkaDLeave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3.info@friendsinbeauty.comEPISODE MENTIONED | CHECK THEM OUT AND SHOW SOME LOVEEp.94 - Tatiana Ward - https://youtu.be/zBdX48QHPyI?si=I8-nnQrgybM46xCvEp.95 - Maxine Pittman - https://youtu.be/YY-kJyxPqEA?si=E-Q1ehVSmLk3692eEp.150 - Jane Harris - https://youtu.be/EjUCX8Y8Zo4?si=qc1BNoWMukEVUoWLEp.147 - Sam Fine - https://youtu.be/-EF0deuF4hI?si=IotPZ9kW6he8Frn9Ep.75 - Chet Bennett - https://youtu.be/r6lXLiAObDk?si=FjD3UwSN0dUPwkojEp.47- Alexandra Butler - https://youtu.be/o5JWmT-f1TQ?si=s6C2z_JTNgNcEL1JEp.181 - Allison Doss - https://youtu.be/VPEiHdwAox0?si=-H0kS95BNl89xTrAGET 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.com
