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Have you ever wondered why the leap from employee to employer feels like stepping into an entirely different world? After navigating through the ups and downs of my own journey from a solo esthetician to a successful business owner, I've learned some crucial lessons about commission ownership that I wish I had known earlier. This episode of the Esthetician Podcast is all about that pivotal mindset shift and the practical realities of running a business that can easily catch new owners off guard. Back when I worked at a holistic spa, the rigid commission-based system left me feeling undervalued and overworked. Fast forward to when I started my own business, and I quickly realized the immense weight of responsibilities that come with being an employer, including a hard lesson learned from setting up unsustainable commission rates.

If you're an employee feeling underappreciated, or a business owner struggling to balance the books, this episode is a must-listen. I share a personal story about hiring an employee at a high commission rate and the financial turmoil that followed, which may serve as both a cautionary tale and a teaching moment. This episode offers a candid look at both sides of the industry and the common misunderstandings that can lead to dissatisfaction and burnout. Whether you're considering expanding your solo practice or trying to create a sustainable financial model for your existing business, you'll find valuable insights that could change the way you think about commission structures and employee-employer dynamics. Join me, Kari Jo Patterson, as we tackle these critical topics and hopefully save you from making the same mistakes I did.

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