Your CEO Essence

In Episode 2 of Your CEO Essence, Katrina Lewis explores why women may benefit from understanding their natural hormonal rhythms instead of forcing themselves to work, perform, and produce the same way every single day.

This episode breaks down the four phases of the menstrual cycle and explains how each phase can influence energy, focus, creativity, productivity, rest, and overall well-being. Katrina connects women’s health, ...

Welcome back — and welcome to Your CEO Essence.

In this first episode back, Katrina Lewis shares the evolution behind the podcast rebrand and the personal journey that inspired a new chapter rooted in entrepreneurship, aesthetics, spirituality, balance, and authenticity.

After years of building a career in waxing, sugaring, esthetics, education, and business ownership, Katrina reflects on what it really means to grow beyond the...

Join host Katrina Lewis Dixon, CEO of Tropix Gal and esthetician educator, as she sits down with industry powerhouse Billie Jo Hamilton—owner of My Sugar Shop (two thriving Winnipeg locations), creator of Nudie Skincare, and lead educator for Sugar Smac. This episode is essential listening for estheticians building their own businesses.

Billie Jo shares her entrepreneurial journey from sugaring specialist to multi-brand beauty...

In this episode, Chantal Bergeron takes us behind the scenes of her glow-up in the beauty industry — from renting a space to building a thriving spa that stands out in a crowded market. If you’re a brow artist (or aspiring brow boss) who wants to level up your branding, client experience, and business strategy, this conversation is for you.

Chantal breaks down the brow services that helped her build a loyal clientele, ho...

Join us Live as we have a conversation revolves around the upcoming Swoon event scheduled for September 2026 in San Diego, focusing on the beauty industry, particularly sugaring and waxing.

Myra The Sugaring Guru discusses the event's location, activities, networking opportunities, and educational sessions aimed at enhancing skills and community building among professionals in the industry.

We dive deep and emphasize the importance...

Guest: Indhira from Goddesthetics

In this soulful and unfiltered episode of The Entrepreneurial Esthetician, Katrina sits down with her best friend Indhira, owner of Goddesthetics, to talk about all things energy, alignment, and authenticity in the beauty industry. From setting intentions before working with clients to mastering the art of energetic touch, this episode dives deep into what it really means to be a solo esthetician in...

Katrina hosts Stephanie and Keyanna from the Esty Zone, exploring their journey from friendship to business partners in the esthetics industry.

They discuss the challenges and triumphs of building their business, navigating regulations, and the importance of creating a welcoming atmosphere for clients. The conversation also touches on the significance of community and networking within the esthetics field, an how we m at Sugar Con ...

In this episode of The Entrepreneurial Esthetician, Katrina sits down with Kiana Buzza, Brand Marketing Manager at Bushbalm, to dive into the glow-up story behind one of the most iconic skincare brands in the industry. From humble beginnings in Ottawa to becoming a international name in post-wax skincare, Kiana shares on how Bush Balm started, marketing tips and tricks for estheticians, and how to survive your next trade show.

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In the first episode of Season 2 of The Entrepreneurial Esthetician, I, Katrina Lewis Dixon, open up about my own journey of healing and entrepreneurship — a path filled with lessons about community, vulnerability, and authenticity in business. I share insights from recent events like SugarCon, where I connected with other women in the industry, and reflect on the power of branding and staying true to yourself as you grow you...

In the first episode of Season 2 of The Entrepreneurial Esthetician, I, Katrina Lewis Dixon, open up about my own journey of healing and entrepreneurship — a path filled with lessons about community, vulnerability, and authenticity in business. I share insights from recent events like SugarCon, where I connected with other women in the industry, and reflect on the power of branding and staying true to yourself as you grow you...

In today’s episode, I have a special guest: Vanessa Fabiana, the owner of Polished Mobile Esthetics Inc. With a passion for Wellness on Wheels, Vanessa has built her own clientele exclusively through referrals. We’ll be sharing insightful stories and discussing the dos and don’ts when it comes to mobile esthetic services, along with self-care tips along the way! 

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This week's episode I am talking about my transition from two locations back to one and how the dreams I had 5 years ago are not the dreams that I have now and it's okay to change your mind!   This journey can be extremely frustrating when you have so many people watching your journey but do not let the criticism get you down.  From going to our studio to another location and potentially moving out I decided to listen to ...

In this episode, we explore how Digital Marketing can transform your business and career. Working smarter, not harder, is our mantra, and I'm so inspired by this younger generation of Entrepreneurs. We all have to shift and evolve eventually especially for the estheticians that have been in the industry for 10 years plus. Now, imagine making your professional life easier while simultaneously connecting with a broader audience ...

In today's episode I'm here alongside one of my past students and besties Amari Knight owner of The Precise Pineapple, who is an incredible makeup artist and esthetician thriving in her own business in the Toronto area.  Today we are talking about Discrimination in the beauty industry whether your race, your shape or your religion. Unfortunately there are still so many battles that we have to fight and we're trying t...

Now does your esthetician do this ?  Make sure if you are a client to look out for these signs of proper appearance and health and safety.  With basically training in a boot camp in England for a cruise ship, I learned the ins and outs of Sanitation as well as appearance, some that have stuck with me throughout my career.  Whether you're a new esthetician or just need a little bit more motivation here are some easy a...

Today we are going to be speaking with Joelle Boyd who I've had the privilege of meeting at the Bush Balm event most recently.  According to Joelle is a business providing services such as makeup, dermaplaning and body sugaring in the West End of Ottawa.  We clicked right away. As a full body sugarista I commend her on her fully booked clientele and we will dive deep into what sugaring is about why  you will get bett...