🔥 Are You Treating Your Business Like a Business… or a Hobby?

Most beauty entrepreneurs start their careers without a plan.
They graduate from beauty school, excited to build their dream, but quickly realize…
🚨 They were never taught how to run a business. 🚨

In this episode of Beauty & The Business, hosts Damon Rourke and Renee Leone break down:
✔️ The entrepreneurial mindset shift every beauty pro must make
✔️ Why treating your business like a hobby will keep you broke
✔️ How to stay consistent even when business is slow
✔️ Why building a personal brand matters—even if you work for someone else
✔️ The dangers of social media distraction & dopamine addiction

💡 The bottom line? You ARE the business. Your brand, mindset, and habits will determine your long-term success.

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Build a Business, Not a Hobby

🔥 Are You Doing the Bare Minimum? Here’s Why That’s Okay.

Most entrepreneurs are told they need to go all in, hustle 24/7, and push themselves to the limit every single day. But what if that’s the fastest way to burn out and quit?

In this episode of Beauty & The Business, hosts Damon Rourke and Renee Leone talk about why it’s okay to identify your bare minimum daily actions—and why small, consistent efforts are more important than random bursts of productivity.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why doing the bare minimum on hard days keeps your business moving forward
✅ How high performers unknowingly set higher “bare minimum” standards
✅ Why consistency matters more than perfection
✅ The power of time blocking & daily tracking for success
✅ How The Beauty & The Business Planner helps you stay on track

👉 Feeling overwhelmed in your beauty business? This episode will help you reset, refocus, and stay consistent.

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The Power of Doing Less

In this episode of the Beauty & The Business Podcast, hosts Damon Rourke and Renee Leon tackle one of the biggest challenges in entrepreneurship—quitting too soon. They discuss why so many beauty professionals burn out, lose motivation, or walk away from their businesses and how to reframe challenges as opportunities for growth.

Renee shares real-life examples of beauty pros on the verge of quitting and how a simple mindset shift can help them pivot instead of walking away. Damon explains why winners aren’t necessarily the most talented—they’re just the ones who don’t give up.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why 80% of beauty entrepreneurs quit too soon
✅ How burnout is a sign to pivot—not quit
✅ Why comparison is the #1 killer of motivation
✅ The importance of goal setting, accountability, and community
✅ How to use the Beauty & The Business Planner to stay on track

If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or ready to quit, this episode will help you refocus, reset, and keep pushing forward.

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The Real Reason Most Beauty Entrepreneurs Quit (And How to Avoid It)

In this episode of the Beauty & The Business Podcast, hosts Damon Rourke and Renee Leon explore one of the most important yet overlooked aspects of building a successful beauty business—knowing your WHY.

Why did you enroll in beauty school? Why do you push through challenges? What keeps you going when things get tough?

Your why is the foundation that will drive your success, keep you motivated, and help you push past obstacles. Renee and Damon break down why so many beauty professionals struggle without a clear purpose and how defining your personal mission can help you create a thriving business that aligns with your goals.

They also discuss how your why evolves over time, the dangers of making emotion-based decisions, and the power of mentorship and community support in staying on track.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why having a strong why prevents burnout and failure
✅ How to define your personal mission and use it as motivation
✅ Why setbacks and challenges feel overwhelming without a clear vision
✅ The importance of mentorship and accountability in business growth
✅ A simple 30-day mindset exercise to help you move past obstacles

Finding Your Why: The Key to Long-Term Success in the Beauty Industry

In this episode of the Beauty & The Business Podcast, hosts Damon Rourke and Renee Leone dive into one of the biggest challenges beauty entrepreneurs face—knowing where to invest in their business. They explore the two common money mistakes: spending too much on the wrong things (like image-focused expenses) or not investing enough in the essentials that drive business growth.

Renee shares her real-life experience navigating financial decisions in the beauty industry, from investing in the right tools to avoiding the pitfalls of unnecessary spending. Damon provides insights on how smart investments improve client experience, increase retention, and create a solid foundation for scaling a beauty business.

If you’ve ever wondered where to put your money to grow your beauty business effectively, this episode is a must-listen!

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The two biggest financial mistakes new beauty entrepreneurs make
✅ How investing in client experience creates repeat customers
✅ The right time to spend money on branding, marketing, and expansion
✅ Why mentorship and business systems can save time and increase profits
✅ How to build a business that retains clients without overspending

Smart Investments: Where Beauty Entrepreneurs Should (and Shouldn’t) Spend Money

In this debut episode of the Beauty & The Business Podcast, hosts Damon Rourke and Renee Leone introduce the mission behind the show—helping beauty professionals navigate the business side of the industry.

Renee shares her powerful journey of building a six-figure beauty business from scratch after facing life-altering challenges as a single mom. She opens up about her struggles in beauty school, the harsh realities of entrepreneurship, and how she developed a step-by-step system to help other beauty professionals succeed.

Damon and Renee also discuss the staggering failure rates in the beauty industry, why so many entrepreneurs struggle, and how this podcast will provide actionable strategies, business insights, and community support to help listeners turn their passion into profit.

If you're a beauty entrepreneur ready to break through the noise, overcome obstacles, and build a thriving business, this episode is your first step toward success!

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The reality of beauty school and why most professionals are unprepared for business
✅ The biggest mistakes new beauty entrepreneurs make (and how to avoid them)
✅ How to start building your business while still in school
✅ The importance of resilience, mindset, and having the right tools to succeed
✅ What to expect from future episodes and how this podcast will support your journey

Welcome & Introductions

Welcome to the Beauty & The Business Podcast!

Your Guide to Turning Passion into Profit in the Beauty Industry

The Beauty & The Business Podcast is here to help beauty professionals master the business side of beauty. Hosted by entrepreneurial coach Damon Rourke and beauty business expert Renee Leone, this podcast delivers real, actionable strategies to help you grow your business, attract more clients, and achieve financial freedom.

Each episode covers essential topics like:
✔️ Business strategy & goal-setting
✔️ Branding & client retention
✔️ Social media marketing & sales
✔️ Overcoming industry challenges
✔️ Creating a business that supports your lifestyle

Beauty and the Business Podcast