In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati takes listeners back to the beginning of her beauty career and shares the messy, funny, and formative moments that shaped her foundation in the industry.

From cosmetology school to esthetics school, eyebrow mishaps to two hour Brazilians, this episode is an honest look at what it really means to start from zero, make mistakes publicly, and learn through experience. Kati reflects on how confidence is built over time, why mess ups are unavoidable, and how supportive mentors, clients, and education can turn failure into mastery.

This episode is for anyone in beauty school, early in their career, or questioning whether they are “good enough” to keep going.

In This Episode, Kati Shares

• Why everyone’s foundation in the beauty industry is imperfect
• Her unconventional path into cosmetology and esthetics school
• Dropping out, coming back, and finally committing to the process
• What beauty school really teaches you and what it does not
• Early mistakes that shaped her confidence and skill set
• The role of mentors and constructive feedback
• Why repetition builds confidence, not perfection
• How slowing down leads to better results
• Why mess ups are part of mastery, not failure

The Takeaway

You have to start somewhere.

Mistakes are not proof that you are bad at this. They are proof that you are learning. Mastery comes from showing up, practicing, asking questions, and choosing to keep going even when it feels uncomfortable.

If you care deeply, stay curious, and commit to learning from your experiences, you can build a career that feels aligned, fulfilling, and sustainable.

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