636: Answer These Leadership Questions, with Kati Whitledge
Today we are going to look at key questions every leader needs answer to in order to grow and develop themselves as a leader. These lessons are inspired by The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo, emphasizing the importance of leaning into strengths rather than obsessing over weaknesses. Kati opens up about breaking limiting self-beliefs, sharing her own journey of overcoming childhood narratives and developing a growth mindset. She will walk you through practical reflection tools for identifying strengths, navigating imposter syndrome, and managing emotional triggers as leaders. Tune in to discover how self-awareness, honest feedback, and understanding your unique value can transform your leadership journey.  GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book  POWERED BY: JOIN mya! joinmya.com  LET'S CONNECT! BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/  FOLLOW KATI WHITLEDGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiwhitledge/ Get my favorite bio-hacking products: CLICK HERE  SPONSORS Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/
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635: Biohacking 101
Today, Kati welcomes Zac Miner and Dan Schmidt from Best 365 Labs to uncover how optimizing your mitochondrial health can transform energy, skin vitality, and longevity from the inside out. Designed for salon, spa, and med spa professionals, this introductory conversation simplifies the science behind biohacking and reveals why mitochondria—the body's "powerhouse cells"—are the key to improved wellness, recovery, and performance. Learn about groundbreaking supplements like methylene blue, NAD, and PQQ, and discover how enhancing mitochondrial function can elevate both your personal health and your clients' results. Tune in to hear Kati's personal experience, gain actionable insights for your business, and access exclusive offers and links for professionals and consumers in the show notes. TRY THE PRODUCTS| USE CODE KW10 GET A WHOLESALE ACCOUNT WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/otbv55KOrT8  GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book  POWERED BY: JOIN mya! joinmya.com  FOLLOW BEST 365 LABS Website: https://best365labs.com/?ref=tojxxlga Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/best365labs  LET'S CONNECT! BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/  FOLLOW KATI WHITLEDGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiwhitledge/ Get my favorite bio-hacking products: CLICK HERE  SPONSORS Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/
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634: Ten Traits of Empowering Leaders
What makes a leader truly empowering instead of overbearing? In this episode, Kati reveals ten traits of leaders who build trust, delegate with confidence, and inspire with vision and empathy. You'll learn practical strategies for active listening, respecting boundaries, and supporting your team's autonomy while still holding them accountable. Tune in to discover how empowering leadership can unlock growth, loyalty, and a thriving culture inside your salon or spa. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/HhhTizw56hc  GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book  POWERED BY: JOIN mya! joinmya.com  LET'S CONNECT! BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/  FOLLOW KATI WHITLEDGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiwhitledge/ Get my favorite bio-hacking products: CLICK HERE  SPONSORS Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/
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633: Bring Back the Why!
Get ready for an inspiring conversation with hairstylist, salon owner, and Masters of Balayage, stage educator, Emily Jones! She is here to share her industry journey that went from styling Barbie dolls to becoming a balayage, blonding, and hair extension expert. In this episode, Bringing Back the Why, Emily opens up about her passion for teaching, her transition from medical school to hair school, and how she discovered her true community in the industry. You'll hear how she stays grounded in her purpose while growing in her career and growing her family. Salon owners and leaders will walk away re-energized to reconnect with their own "why" and inspire their teams to do the same. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ekYc0pO5Hs4  GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book  POWERED BY: JOIN mya! joinmya.com  FOLLOW EMILY JONES! Instagram:  LET'S CONNECT! BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/  FOLLOW KATI WHITLEDGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiwhitledge/ Get my favorite bio-hacking products: CLICK HERE
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632: Ten Traits of Overbearing Leaders
In this episode, Kati breaks down the ten traits of overbearing leaders, from micromanaging and excessive control to guilt-tripping and lack of empathy. She shares personal stories of struggling with one of the overbearing traits and highlights how these behaviors can stifle creativity, trust, and growth in a salon setting. Kati emphasizes the importance of balancing constructive feedback with encouragement, respecting boundaries, and letting go of the need to always be right. Listen and share today's episode with the leaders at your salon and spa! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/recTxE_nmqI  GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book  POWERED BY: JOIN mya! joinmya.com  LET'S CONNECT! BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/  FOLLOW KATI WHITLEDGE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiwhitledge/ Get my favorite bio-hacking products: CLICK HERE  SPONSORS Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/
Welcome to the Beyond The Technique podcast with Kati Whitledge. We exist to support beauty & wellness pros and your growing team and business. We believe it's what you do beyond the technical aspects of your craft that will bring substantial success. We promise to bring you the most forward-thinking industry topics to help you consistently grow and develop yourself and your business.
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