Amber Joliat, Founder of Misfitstudio: Transitioning from Artist to Entrepreneur, Starting Her Own Studio, Getting Her First Students, Tips for Entrepreneurs, Cultivating Community, Movement for Beginners and Breath Work
On today's episode I'm chatting with Amber Joliat. Amber is a dancer, yogi, and the founder of cult-favourite workout hotspot, Misfitstudio, which has been featured on Vogue, Goop, The Coveteur and more. Misfit is an unconventional movement studio that mixes techniques from dance, yoga and Pilates, making it a completely different experience from any other place. Amber’s entrepreneurial journey is both serendipitous and an example of how to turn a challenge into a personal victory. She went from teaching at 11different studios to starting her own, and within just months, being heralded one of Toronto’s best yoga studios by a major publication. During our chat, we discuss everything from Amber’s beginnings to challenges she’s had to overcome, to tips she has for people looking to open their own spaces. Amber also discusses her wellness tips, such as breathing exercises and how to get into movement if you’ve never really worked out. To connect with Amber Joliat, click HERE To learn more about Misfitstudio, click HERE To connect with Siff, click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter, click HERE To subscribe to the Icing & Glitter newsletter, click HERE PRODUCTS MENTIONED The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid Province Apothecary Oils Arrae Calm Alchemy Capsules, use code DREAMBIGGER for 10% off See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
7 Okt 201944min
Amanda Mizen, Serial Entrepreneur: Approaching Retailers In The Wholesale Business, Hurdles While Launching, Cultivating Community in a Company, Digital Marketing, Tips For New Entrepreneurs, and Common Mistakes That Entrepreneurs Make
On today's episode I'm chatting with Amanda Mizen. Amanda is a serial entrepreneur and the Founder of two wildly successful (and different) businesses, North Medical Spa, and Desmond & Beatrice, which is a wholesale bakery. Since Amanda is a serial entrepreneur and a business consultant I talked to her about her background and tips she has for other entrepreneurs who are just starting out. We talk about hurdles she faced while launching her business, the importance of relentlessness, finding the right people in business and so much more. We also chat about more actionable items like digital marketing tactics, executing on long-term business strategies, wholesale business and common mistakes that entrepreneurs make. To connect with Amanda Mizen, click HERE To learn more about North Medical Spa, click HERE To connect with Siff, click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter, click HERE To sign up for the Icing & Glitter newsletter, click HERE Products Mentioned: Arrae Bloat Alchemy Capsules; Use code DREAMBIGGERSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Sep 201939min
Joy McCarthy, Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Bestselling Author & Founder of Joyous Health: How to Balance Hormones, Tips for Weening Off Sugar, Microbiome Health, Probiotic vs. Prebiotic, Keto Diet, Fodmap Diet and Intermittent Fasting
On today's episode I'm chatting with Joy McCarthy. Joy is a holistic nutritionist, bestselling author and entrepreneur. She is the founder of the award-winning blog and brand 'Joyous Health'. Since the last few episodes have been so focused on skincare, today we switch it up and talk about all things wellness. Joy shares her journey as a holistic nutritionist, and we get into everything from hormones to different food trends. She shares a bunch of really smart hacks for diet modifications so make sure to take note! We talk about why refined sugar in particular is so bad for you, microbiome health, differences between a prebiotic and a probiotic, supplements, keto diet, intermittent fasting and so much more. and Joy gives tips for finding the right probiotic. To connect with Joy McCarthy, click HERE To learn more about Joyous Health, click HERE To connect with Siff, click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter, click HERE To sign up for the Icing & Glitter newsletter, click HERE PRODUCTS MENTIONED: Genuine Health Probiotic AOR Quercetin St. Francis Tincture Arrae Bloat Alchemy CapsulesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
17 Sep 201948min
Ron Robinson, Cosmetic Chemist & Founder of BeautyStat: Importance of Vitamin C Serum, The World’s Most Potent Vitamin C Serum, Ideal Skincare Regiment, What Is Retinol, Chemical vs Physical Exfoliators, Squalane Benefits and Biggest Skincare Myths
On today's episode I'm chatting with Ron Robinson. Ron is a cosmetic chemist and founder of the wildly popular beauty website, BeautyStat. He initially worked for Estee Lauder and Clinique but went on to start his own beauty blog and launch his own skincare products. Ron created BeautyStat Universal C Serum, heralded the world’s most potent Vitamin C serum. So obviously I had to pick his brain all about Vitamin C. We get into everything from why it’s the building block of a great skincare routine to the difference between L-Ascorbic Powder and L-Ascorbic Liquid. Since today's conversation is all things skincare, we also go over the benefits of retinol, alpha-hydroxy acid, squalane, collagen and hyaluronic acid - this episode is packed with skincare info. Ron goes over his favourite anti-aging products and favourite hyaluronic acids. We also hear about three skincare myths and Ron's top three skincare tips. To connect with Ron Robinson, click HERE To learn more about BeautyStat, click HERE To connect with Siff click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter, click HERE To sign up for the Icing & Glitter newsletter, click HERE Brands Mentioned BeautyStat Universal Pro-Bio Moisture Boost Cream BeautyStat Universal C Skin Refiner RoC Skincare Retinol Dr. Brandt 2% Retinol Complex Serum Dr. Dennis Gross Peel Pads Estée Lauder Advanced Night RepairSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
9 Sep 201930min
Danuta Mieloch, Skincare Expert & Founder of Rescue Spa: Why Biologique Recherche Is A Cult Favourite, Right Way to Cleanse, Extractions, Treating Breakouts, Post Workout Skincare, Acne Scars, Skincare Tips for Beginners and Common Skincare Mistakes
On today's episode I'm chatting with Danuta Mieloch, the Founder of Rescue Spa. In the skincare world, Danuta is major. She’s known to work miracles on skin, and is a Biologique Recherche ambassador. Today’s episode is a deep dive into skincare. We touch on why Biologique Recherche has a cult following, why facials are necessary, how to properly cleanse, Danuta’s thoughts on extractions, type for acne scars, and so much more. Danuta shares her best skincare tips, common mistakes she sees, her own skincare routine, and her favourite products. If you’re a skincare lover or want to learn more about how to have clear, glowing skin, this is an episode you shouldn’t miss! To connect with Rescue Spa, click HERE To learn more about Rescue Spa, click HERE To connect with Siff, click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter, click HERE To subscribe to the Icing & Glitter newsletter, click HERE PRODUCTS MENTIONED Serum Fluide VIP O2 Masque Vivant Biologique Recherche Valmont Prime Renewing Pack Jan Marini Sunscreen MBR Liquid Surgery Serum MBR Eye Cream Smooth Biologique Recherche Creme MSR HSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
26 Aug 201946min
Allana Davison, Beauty Youtuber: First Viral Video, How To Make A Career of YouTube, How Youtube Has Evolved, Tips For Making Successful Makeup Videos, Tips For Someone Who’s New to Youtube, Dealing With Internet Trolls, and Skincare Routine
On today's episode I'm chatting with Allana Davison. Allana is a beauty, fashion and lifestyle YouTuber with almost one million followers across her social media platforms. She's one of the OG first generation Youtubers so we talk about all things YouTube. If you’re curious about how to make a career on Youtube, what it takes to create a successful video, and basically how the industry works, this is an episode you shouldn’t miss. To connect with Allana Davison, click HERE To connect with Siff, click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter, click HERE To subscribe to the Icing & Glitter newsletter, click HERE PRODUCTS MENTIONED Fresh Soy Face Exfoliant Bioderma Micellar Water Clinique ID Face Cream Herbivore Botanicals Phoenix Face Oil Caudalie Beauty Elixir Caudalie Grape Water Tata Harper Hydrating Floral Essence May Lindstrom The Jasmine Garden May Lindstrom Blue Cocoon May Lindstrom Honey Mud Mask May Lindstrom The Youth DewSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
12 Aug 201947min
Sarah Lee, Co-Founder of Glow Recipe: Launching a Successful Skincare Brand, Korean Skincare vs. North American Skincare, Being on Shark Tank, Marketing Tips, Benefits of A Sleeping Mask, Favourite Masks, and Skincare Secrets from K-Beauty
On today's episode I'm chatting with Sarah Lee. Sarah is a former L'Oreal executive who left her job to start Glow Recipe, a wildly successful Korean Skincare brand, along with her Co-Founder Christine Chang. Sarah first gives us a rundown of the work that she had done in the beauty industry and how she and Christine had the idea to launch a Korean Skincare brand. We talk about Korean skincare and compare it to how skincare is perceived in North America. Sarah also gets super detailed on how to successfully launch a brand, from inception to launch. This bit of today's episode is packed with tips and tricks for those of you who want to get into the entrepreneurship space. We also talk about being on Shark Tank - what it was like, what the preparation was and what impact it had on the company. And of course, we get into all things skincare. From sleeping masks to Korean skincare secrets, skincare junkies are going to be obsessed with this episode. To connect with Sarah, click HERE To connect with Glow Recipe, click HERE To learn more about Glow Recipe, click HERE To connect with Siff, click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter, click HERE To sign up for the Icing & Glitter newsletter, click HERE PRODUCTS MENTIONED Glow Recipe Watermelon Sleeping Mask Glow Recipe Blueberry Bounce Cleanser Glow Recipe Pineapple C-Brightening Serum Glow Recipe Avocado Eye Sleeping Mask Glow Recipe Avocado Retinol Sleeping Mask RESOURCES Use code 'dreambigger' for 10% off arrae.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
7 Aug 201946min
Jordana Hart, Holistic Nutritionist & Dr. Natalie Mulligan, Naturopathic Doctor: Nutrition For The Girl On The Go, Supplementation, Eliminating Bloat, Healthy Hangover Meals, Water Fasts, Disordered Eating Habits and Drinking In A Healthy Way
Today I'm chatting with Dr. Natalie Mulligan, a naturopathic doctor and Jordana Hart, holistic nutritionist and Founder of iHartNutrition. Both these ladies have been on the show before and are full of wellness and nutrition tips so I wanted to have them on together. Since naturopathic doctors and holistic nutritionists work synergistically together, we treat today’s episode like a coaching session. We take the two very different eating profiles of 'Rachel' and 'Emily', who could both use some help with their nutrition. We talk about dieting tips, getting in your vitamins and minerals and we discuss how much coffee is healthy (or unhealthy). We also go over healthy meals for when you're on the go and healthy hangover meals. Then we go over dieting tips for someone who is excessively restrictive with eating. We discuss healthy food options for people with disordered eating habits and different cleanses. We talk about addressing anxiety with self-care and supplementation. To connect with Jordana Hart, click HERE To learn more about I Hart Nutrition, click HERE To connect with Natalie Mulligan, click HERE To connect with Siff click HERE To learn more about Icing & Glitter click HERE To subscribe to the Icing & Glitter newsletter, click HERE PRODUCTS MENTIONED Feramax Iron MegaFood Blood Builder Floradix Liquid Iron Natural Factors B12 Arrae Bloat Alchemy Capsules Genestra D-Mulsion Cyto-Matrix Peak EPA NFH Trident SAP Arrae Anxiety Alchemy Capsules Genuine Health Omega3+ Joy RESOURCES Use code ’dreambigger’ for 10% off arrae.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
29 Juli 201951min
