Episode Summary:

In this episode of Beauty and the Boss, Levarna sits down with relationship expert Beck Thompson from The Relationship Circle to explore how your romantic life can directly impact your business success. Beck shares insights on navigating love as a female entrepreneur, setting healthy boundaries, and recognizing when a relationship is supporting or sabotaging your goals. They dive into attachment styles, why successful women often fall into unhealthy dating patterns, and how to trust your gut when it comes to love and business. Whether you're single, dating, or in a long-term relationship, this conversation offers practical advice and real talk about balancing your personal and professional life without losing yourself in the process.

🎧 You'll Learn:

• How to tell if your relationship is draining your business energy
• Why successful women often fall into unhealthy dating patterns
• Essential relationship boundaries every female entrepreneur needs
• How attachment styles affect your dating life and business focus
• The importance of not dimming your light or downplaying your success when dating

💬 Notable Quotes

“As women, I think a lot of us blame ourselves—that’s the fine line, isn’t it? Being able to self-reflect but realizing when you are actually doing enough.”

“I feel like I almost have to hide myself when I’m dating... But owning it is really important.”

“The dating scene is such a blind spot for myself and for a lot of women because I’m so big on manifestation in business, but I forget it applies to love too.”

📚 Resources & Tools Mentioned:

• Waitlist for the next intake of Book More Brides Artist Academy:

https://levarnabusinesscoach.mykajabi.com/bmb-artist-academy-waitlist

• Bridal Ad Mastery

https://levarnabusinesscoach.mykajabi.com/bridal-artist-collective

• Book More Brides Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16M6XuHnY1/

Connect with Levarna: https://www.instagram.com/levarnabusinesscoach/

Connect with Beck: https://www.instagram.com/the_relationship_circle/?hl=en

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Episode Summary:

In this impactful episode of Beauty and the Boss, Levarna uncovers the often-overlooked secret to a thriving bridal beauty business: the client journey. While flawless artistry matters, she explains that what truly sets top artists apart is how they make clients feel before, during, and after the service.

From inquiry to post-wedding follow-ups, Levarna breaks down a luxury client experience system you can implement right away. Learn how to automate and personalize every touchpoint, build brand loyalty, and stand out even in a saturated market.

She also shares practical tips on email automation, welcome kits, booking workflows, and adding warmth to your systems. If you’re ready to work smarter and stop losing clients to less talented but more organized artists, this episode is for you.

🎧 You'll Learn:

• How to build automation systems that still feel personal and warm
• How to structure post-wedding follow-ups for reviews and referrals
• Why branding consistency builds trust and authority
• How to handle constructive feedback and avoid negative reviews
• Real-world examples of luxury service touches (like thank-you cards and gifts)

🧭 The Five-Star Client Journey Framework:

1. The Inquiry Stage

2. The Onboarding Process

3. Pre-Wedding Communication

4. Wedding Day Experience

5. Post-Wedding Follow-Up

6. Systematizing It All

💬 Notable Quotes

“The client journey is what builds loyalty, trust, and referrals not just the makeup.”

“You can be the best artist in town, but if you ghost a bride after the inquiry, she won’t remember you.”

“Luxury service is how you make her feel—not just what you apply to her face.”

“Brides love knowing what’s next. That’s the real magic behind professional systems.”

📚 Resources & Tools Mentioned:

Dubsado HoneyBook Manychat

• MUA Ideal Client workbook

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1emb4LQt3pGmQDn2BflQMHPISvtUHS0ZM/view?usp=sharing

• Waitlist for the next intake of Book More Brides Artist Academy:

https://levarnabusinesscoach.mykajabi.com/bmb-artist-academy-waitlist

• Bridal Ad Mastery

https://levarnabusinesscoach.mykajabi.com/bridal-artist-collective

• Book More Brides Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16M6XuHnY1/

Connect with Levarna: https://www.instagram.com/levarnabusinesscoach/

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Episode Summary:

In this intimate and inspiring episode, Levarna sits down with her long-time hairdresser and now powerhouse salon owner, Hannah Stechman. From humble beginnings as a teen looking for a way out of school, Hannah's journey is one of transformation, self-discovery, and strategic growth. Now the proud owner of Splendid Hair, a cutting-edge home salon, and a brand ambassador for international haircare brands, Hannah opens up about the realities of burnout, the perks and challenges of running a home salon, building a dream team, and evolving creatively as a hairstylist and businesswoman.

Listeners will be treated to honest reflections, business-savvy insights, and empowering advice on how to build a thriving business rooted in authenticity, creativity, and freedom.

🎧 You'll Learn:

• How Hannah went from uncertain teen to pro stylist
• What makes her home salon feel like a true sanctuary
• Balancing personal and professional life at home
• Tips for boundaries and mindful salon design
• Building a creative, empowered team culture
• Using social media and aesthetics to attract clients
• Stepping into educator and ambassador roles
• Behind the scenes of her wedding styling biz
• Why supporting her team’s personal brands boosts the salon

💬 Notable Quotes

“If I was opening a salon on the main street, it would still look just like Splendid. This isn’t a garage with a chair in it—it’s a creative sanctuary.”

“Everything in my space is intentional. If it’s photo-worthy from every angle, clients will post. That’s free marketing.”

💡 Levarna’s Key Insights:

• When you help your team build their own personal brands, it builds your business too.
• Facing fear and discomfort is a sign you’re on the right track toward personal and professional expansion.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

• Splendid hair website: https://splendidhair.gettimely.com/

• Hannah Stech Hair https://www.hannstechhair.co.nz/

• Splendid Hair Instagram https://www.instagram.com/splendidhairnz/?hl=en

• Waitlist for the next intake of Book More Brides Artist Academy:

https://levarnabusinesscoach.mykajabi.com/bmb-artist-academy-waitlist

• Bridal Ad Mastery

https://levarnabusinesscoach.mykajabi.com/bridal-artist-collective

• Book More Brides Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16M6XuHnY1/

Connect with Levarna:

https://www.instagram.com/levarnabusinesscoach/

Connect with Hannah:

https://www.instagram.com/hannstech_hair/?hl=en

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