Dreaming of teaching abroad but don’t know where to start? In this episode, Nikki spills the 16 things she wishes she knew before packing up her life and moving to Thailand to teach English. From choosing the right organization (or skipping one entirely), to the realities of Thai school culture, classroom quirks, strict dress codes, massive student loads, and why you should never buy an overpriced TEFL course...she holds nothing back.

You’ll hear the honest truths: the good, the chaotic, the hilarious, and the deeply rewarding moments that made her two years in Thailand completely life-changing. Whether you’re a soon-to-be graduate craving adventure, a seasoned traveler, or someone simply curious about life abroad, this episode is your roadmap to teaching in Thailand...packed with tips, culture shocks, and the heartfelt stories only a former expat teacher can share.

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Former beauty queen and model Sabina gets real about the dark side of beauty pageants, the mental toll behind the glam, & why she walked away after 10 years. She shares her inspiring journey into modeling, dance, hair & makeup, + launching her own talent agency in Miami. This episode is packed with lessons on self-worth, resilience, and chasing your true purpose.

p.s. I am not against beauty pageants & don't want to only show that they are "dark." But this is Sabina's journey that happens to have more of intense pageant journey compared to other pageant queen's journeys

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00:00 – Welcome & Episode Intro

01:30 – Meet Sabina: From Pageant Queen to Entrepreneur

04:30 – The Glam vs. The Reality of Pageants

07:00 – Mental Toll & Seeking Validation in Competitions

10:30 – Why Sabina Walked Away After 10 Years

14:00 – Finding Value Beyond the Crown

18:20 – Modeling, Dance & Creative Hustles in Miami

23:00 – Launching Valorem Talent: Building an Agency with Purpose

28:00 – Facing Rejection & Learning Self-Worth

33:15 – Mental Health, Confidence & Personal Growth

38:00 – Balancing Passion, Work & Entrepreneurship

42:00 – Love, Partnership & Building a Business Together

47:00 – Spiritual Journey & Redefining Identity

52:00 – Lessons Learned: Go Where You’re Valued

56:00 – Final Thoughts & Words of Encouragement

In this episode of That’s Soo Good! Podcast, we sit down with Sindy Franco, a successful medspa owner and business consultant, to hear her inspiring journey from the treatment room to the boardroom. She opens up about how she built her medspa from the ground up, the challenges she faced as an entrepreneur, and how she transformed her passion for aesthetics into a thriving consulting career.

Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own medspa, growing your beauty business, or learning what it takes to become a successful consultant in the aesthetics industry, this conversation is packed with valuable insights. From marketing strategies and client retention to financial tips and mindset shifts, you’ll walk away with tools you can apply to your own business.

If you’ve ever wondered how to scale a medspa, balance entrepreneurship with personal growth, or break into the world of business consulting, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover the secrets behind building a medspa empire and creating lasting success in the beauty and wellness industry.

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