Sep 1, 2019 | Business Advice, Personal
This month I’ll be celebrating my 10th anniversary as a full-time MUA. I can’t quite believe that so much time has passed since I did my first ever wedding, but here I am! My anniversary got me thinking about all the events and milestones that led me from my very...
Jun 2, 2019 | Business Advice
We love celebrating sharing our students’ stories. They inspire us, and we hope they inspire you too. Our latest MUA story comes from the wonderful Phoebe, who studied with the Academy last year… I adore my job as I love the capacity makeup has to change the way...
May 12, 2019 | Business Advice, Personal, Professional Hairstyling Courses, Professional Makeup Courses, The K-Team
After 10 years in the industry continuously training, learning and experimenting, I have a pretty good handle on what works and what doesn’t – so I thought I’d pull together a list of the key things I’d do if I was starting my journey all over again....
Apr 13, 2019 | Business Advice
Setting your prices when you’re starting out, or even when you’re established can be a minefield. What’s a good price? Will anyone hire a newbie at this rate? What about prices for quieter periods? I remember asking myself all these questions, (plus...
Mar 22, 2019 | Business Advice
We’ve all had days when a makeup trial hasn’t gone to plan and you’re left with that sinking feeling that your client has walked away feeling unhappy. Don’t despair if it happens to you. Sometimes we don’t click or share the same vision of what’s...
Feb 3, 2017 | Business Advice, Personal, Professional Hairstyling Courses, Professional Makeup Courses
I’ve been a freelance makeup artist for over 7 years, that’s 2 years longer than the average small business lasts in the UK. Sounds like a good milestone to overtake right? But statistically things are only supposed to get tougher with only a third of small businesses...