Welcome back to The Fierce Factor Podcast! In Episode 212, we're tackling a topic that's been buzzing within our industry: the role of private equity in aesthetics. With aesthetics and wellness intersecting to create a booming $16 billion industry, the interest from private equity firms has skyrocketed. But what does this mean for business owners? Join me as we navigate through the highs and lows of private equity partnerships, uncovering the mutual goals and potential pitfalls along the...

Welcome to episode 211 of the Fierce Factor podcast! This week, join me during my consecutive three-week sprint of 1:1 VIP client deep dives, where I immerse myself in guiding CEOs through pivotal questions about their business direction, team dynamics, and personal leadership growth. These sessions aren't just about surface-level strategies; they're about diving deep, untangling complexities, and igniting transformative change. Discover the magic of investing in dedicated time for...

Welcome back to the Fierce Factor podcast! Join me in Episode 210 as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Nurse Practitioner Danielle Oyasu, CEO of Beautifully New Medspa in Park Ridge, IL. Situated just outside of Chicago, Danielle brings a wealth of experience from her background in critical care nursing and as a sought-after injector in the aesthetics industry. In this episode, Danielle shares her journey of mentorship from injectors worldwide, shaping her clinical path and...

Welcome back to the Fierce Factor Podcast, you're in for a treat as we dive into episode 209. I'm bringing you something special—a raw and unfiltered interview that captures the essence of our mission at KLC. Picture this: After a long day of filming the cameras are being packed away, the hustle of the day is winding down, and I find myself on a couch with my team, casually discussing ALT, our upcoming live event in Newport Beach, CA. Little did we know, my mic was still on, capturing a...

Welcome back to Episode 208 of The Fierce Factor podcast, in this week's episode, we explore the crucial role of leadership in fostering A+ talent. As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves challenged by the task of not only attracting top-tier employees but also retaining them. In this episode, I illustrate the importance of setting clear expectations to avoid common pitfalls such as overpromising, unclear compensation structures, and vague job descriptions. Through real-life scenarios and...

Join me in this candid episode of the Fierce Factor podcast where I discuss the unspoken truths about climbing to the top in business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, these insights will reshape your perspective on the journey to success. As a leadership advisor, I've witnessed firsthand the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. From the initial excitement of taking the leap to the sobering realities of leadership, each step comes with its own set of challenges and...

In this week’s episode of the Fierce Factor podcast, get ready for an extraordinary conversation with Nicola Lowrey, PA-C, the founder & CEO of N2 Aesthetics in Manhattan Beach, CA. Nicola isn't just another industry leader—she's a dynamic force of passion and expertise, particularly in education, anatomy, and safety with injectables. Join us as Nicola shares her journey from graduating with a Masters in Physician Assistant Practice at USC's Keck School of Medicine to becoming one of the...

In our latest episode of the Fierce Factor podcast, we bring you an exclusive look into the highly anticipated ALT experience, an innovative live-event created by Team KLC to revolutionize the world of aesthetics and wellness entrepreneurship. For nearly a decade, I've been immersed in teaching business growth strategy, both in person and online. Through this journey, I've identified a gap that traditional conferences and business masterminds often overlook—the need for real conversations...

In this week’s episode of the Fierce Factor Podcast, I am thrilled to continue unraveling the compelling journey of Jenny Guthrie, a remarkable member of our POP Leadership Academy and owner of Glow Medical Aesthetics. In this episode, we delve even deeper into Jenny's dynamic experience, peeling back layers to expose the unfiltered truths of our industry. Join us as we candidly discuss the keys to success for female entrepreneurs in the realm of aesthetics and in life. Part two of our...

Welcome back to episode 203 of the Fierce Factor podcast. This week, we dive into the first part of an enlightening conversation with Jenny Guthrie, the visionary founder and leader of Glow Medical Aesthetics. With over 15 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, Jenny has not only injected patients in the Tulsa and Enid areas but has also served as an Allergan Medical Institute Trainer for 2 years, imparting her knowledge to the industry's best minds. She's the mastermind behind Glow's...

This week let’s talk about your relationship with competition. In an industry where the barrier to entry continues to decline, the frustrations around differentiation are rising, and the copycats are multiplying, staying relevant can’t be a passive endeavor. It takes an intentional commitment to innovation, to thinking unconventionally, and to build an ecosystem that inspires them to take bold, empowered action; today we are going to talk about the cornerstone to keeping your competitive...

In this week’s Fierce Factor Podcast episode I’m going to share key insights into what has been the key to sustainable peak performance in some of the most high growth businesses I’ve coached, and for myself! Peak performance means having the ability to operate efficiently with speed and agility while simultaneously allowing our inputs to grow fruitful dividends over time. As a former collegiate athlete the younger version of myself, I think my perspective about peak performance was...

This 200th episode of the Fierce Factor is dedicated to my fellow soul sister entrepreneurs, the ones out there tirelessly building empires while juggling countless roles and responsibilities. I see you. You're the unsung heroes who keep the wheels turning, often without acknowledgment or respite. Your days are a whirlwind of action, fueled by ambition and the relentless pursuit of results. But amidst the chaos, do you ever pause to acknowledge your own need for stillness and recognition? Do...

In this episode of the Fierce Factor podcast you will get an inside look into our recent three day bootcamp called Unlock Your “It Factor”.  We put together this bootcamp to share with our audience a powerful sneak into some of the behind the scenes conversations we are having with our thought leaders as we work to help them grow their visibility and master communication online, in person, and on stage. In this 20 min clip you will hear our KLC Strategic Growth Advisor discussing our ACE...

In this week’s Fierce Factor episode we are going to explore a self-reflection of who you are as a leader of your business and team, and how that dynamic  impacts your aspirations as a thought leader. I chose this topic for today to speak to the deeper depths of thought leadership for female entrepreneurs.  Because what I have found is that thought leadership often “sounds sexy”, looks attractive on social media, and can be quite fulfilling to the ego AND to the bank account.  And honestly,...

In this week’s episode of the Fierce Factor podcast, I'm diving deep into the world of thought leadership, exploring our innate desire to make a meaningful impact on the world and the importance of nurturing our inner thought leaders. Join me as I continue the thought leadership series, shining a light on the expanding pool of capable female leaders and our commitment to uplifting their voices. I'll share insights and personal experiences to encourage you to reflect on your own aspirations...

In this week’s episode number  196 of The Fierce Factor Podcast is part 2 of a 6 week series leading into our January 29th 3-day bootcamp called “Unlock your It Factor”. If you are interested in becoming a confident, impactful, and magnetic communicator – onstage, in person, and online- head to klcconsultants.com/itfactor and get yourself registered for our bootcamp. This highly anticipated new seminar for powerhouse females in aesthetics and wellness who are: Ready to create a secondary...

This week’s Fierce Factor podcast episode kicks off a brand new series leading into our upcoming 3-day boot camp coming up on Jan 29-31st where we will be teaching our 3 part framework for developing your thought leadership, personal brand, and market visibility. And if you are a female business owner who is even thinking about HOW you are going to show up and lead with your most dynamic presence in 2024, save the date for our boot camp and get excited because you are really going to enjoy...

Happy new year, WELCOME to 2024! It’s likely that you are doing your own visionary planning and clarifying objectives to really get centered around your priorities for the season of growth you are in this year. I can’t emphasize enough how critical it is to be working on the RIGHT activities in your business. The aesthetic industry has experienced a lot of tailwind over the past couple of years with the post pandemic wellness surge, a great economy, a piqued interest by private equity...

As we round out our 2023 year, I reflect back on wins, losses, and lessons learned.  And I ask myself who I want to become in 2024.  The question of what to work on PERSONALLY.  I often ask this question because I think we are so programmed to think about business growth, but what about us as people?  We need to keep ourselves sharp and growing as individuals A client recently talked about her goal of “getting back to the basics”.... An objective that was so basic yet so profound. Because...

In this week’s bonus episode of The Fierce Factor podcast, I am re-sharing an unedited (insider) discussion among our POP leadership academy led by our practice management strategic growth advisor, Justyn Green. Quite often our clients come to us at KLC to leverage our team’s experiences as an industry reps and managers and together we prep to guide them through the decision making process of bringing in new products lines, services, and energy based devices into their practice; Justyn and I...

Have you ever considered what it takes to become a thought leader in the world? Well I have. In fact, in my past corporate role I was responsible for KOL (key opinion leader) “development”. That meant I would seek to develop strategic partnerships with highly influential clients of ours who could be a spokesperson for our products. It’s a brilliant move on behalf of a company seeking to gain credibility through peer to peer selling. But this scenario is not true independent thought...

Hello leader, welcome back to episode 190 of the Fierce Factor podcast.  It’s your host Kaeli here bringing you an incredible gift of two inspiring and intentional business leaders in this podcast.  Today I am interviewing Katie Speaks and Delaney Poor, Co-founder and Intraprenuer of Beyond Skin Aesthetics based out of Gahanna, Ohio. So a little back story I’ll share, I happened to be sitting at the same table as them at a conference this year and the whole table was having conversations...

Many of the clients we work with are so incredibly passionate about the work they do and out of the gate really put so much emphasis on building a pristine patient experience. The problem is that when it comes time to onboard support or scale your business, all that magic resides in your brain. There’s no instruction manual or clear-cut explanations for what the business should look like. And I’ve been there. Setting up “systems” in my business was really a big overwhelming fear of mine....