The Rebel Show

Bree Mesquit
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Build a beauty business that gives you more income, freedom, and room to grow. On The Rebel Show, waxing business coach and Rebel Wax founder Bree Mesquit shares practical strategies for estheticians and beauty business owners who want to get booked, increase profit, hire confidently, and grow beyond the treatment room. Expect honest founder stories, social media strategies, leadership lessons, and clear next steps you can use in your business. New episodes every Monday.

  1. 6d ago

    127. Ready to Hire Your First Esthetician? 7 Signs to Check First

    Hiring your first esthetician won’t automatically give you more freedom or double your revenue. Is your waxing business ready to support another person? In this episode, I break down seven signs you’re ready to hire, including: Consistent demand and why I look for 80% booking utilizationKnowing where your new hire’s clients will come fromUnderstanding payroll, expenses, and your break-even pointDocumenting your systems before you start trainingBeing ready to lead and manage peopleHandling the extra work that comes before more freedomBuilding the business you actually wantI also share how I worked backward from my studio’s expenses to set client-booking goals—and three questions to answer before posting that job listing. WANT HELP PLANNING YOUR FIRST HIRE?Apply for a one-hour, $550 coaching call, including a personalized business review before we meet:https://forms.gle/Xpa61cQc8ijfX9ar6 EPISODE SPONSOR: GLOSSGENIUSUse code REBEL at https://glossgenius.com/rebelshow for 50% off your first two months of a premium plan. Follow The Rebel Show for new episodes every Monday.

  2. Oct 19

    126. 20 Waxing Myths Debunked: Hard Wax, Hair Growth & Brazilian Waxing

    Are these 20 common waxing myths affecting your results? In this episode of The Rebel Show, I'm breaking down hard wax myths, Brazilian waxing techniques, hair growth cycles, and waxing mistakes every esthetician should understand. Ashly is putting me on the spot with 20 waxing myths, and I have to decide if they're fact or fiction! We're talking about everything from whether waxing makes hair grow back thicker to the right way to apply and remove hard wax, wax temperature, strip size, sensitive skin, and more. You'll learn: - Why hair can look thicker after waxing - How hair growth cycles affect your clients' results - Whether you can wax hair shorter than 1/4 inch - When to apply hard wax against hair growth - How to avoid letting hard wax strips set too long - Why bigger strips don't always mean faster waxing - Common mistakes with wax temperature and pressure - Why double dipping is never worth the risk - How to choose wax based on profit, not just price Whether you're a new esthetician, an experienced wax specialist, or a beauty student, this episode will help you question what you've been taught and improve your waxing technique. 🎓 FREE 6-WEEK WAXING COURSE: https://training.lashandwaxoc.com/101 Learn hard wax technique, Brazilian waxing, and more at your own pace. RESOURCES MENTIONED Shop Rebel Wax + save 10% with code YT10: https://lashandwaxoc.com/discount/YT10 GlossGenius | Sponsored Run a business that takes appointments? Use code REBEL at https://glossgenius.com/rebelshow for 50% off your first two months of a premium plan. Rebel Wax Affiliate Program: https://lashandwaxoc.com/pages/refer-a-friend Free Rebel Wax Samples: Email support@lashandwaxoc.com with your license or school enrollment verification to request a sample code. MORE FREE RESOURCES Find your perfect Rebel Wax formula: https://rebel-wax-finder.lovable.app/ Join the free Rebel Wax Breegade community: https://www.skool.com/rebel-wax-breegade/ In-person waxing and business classes: https://training.lashandwaxoc.com/workshop Subscribe for a new episode of The Rebel Show every Monday and more waxing education every Thursday. #WaxingTips #EstheticianEducation #BrazilianWaxing

  3. Oct 12

    125. How to Nail Your Esthetician Job Interview & Get Hired

    Have an esthetician job interview coming up? In this episode of The Rebel Show, I'm sharing my best esthetician job interview tips from the perspective of someone who actually hires waxers and estheticians. And here's the biggest thing I want you to know: getting hired isn't always about having the most experience. I'm breaking down what I actually look for during the application and interview process, including how to prepare before your interview, what questions you should ask, how to talk about past employers, what to bring with you, and the small details that can make you stand out. We'll also talk about what to do if you DON'T have much experience yet, why honesty and coachability can matter more than having the perfect skill set, and how to follow up after an interview without overdoing it. If you're an esthetician student, new esthetician, waxer, or beauty professional trying to land your next job, this episode will help you walk into your next interview more prepared and confident. In this episode: - How to prepare for an esthetician job interview - Why you should apply even without the requested experience - What employers notice before the interview even starts - How to research a salon, spa, or waxing studio - Questions you should ask during your interview - How to answer questions when you don't know the answer - Why complaining about your previous employer can hurt you - What to bring to your interview - How and when to follow up afterward Run an appointment-based business? Use code REBEL at glossgenius.com/rebelshow for 50% off your first two months of a premium plan. FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/breemesquit/ FREE 6-WEEK ONLINE WAXING COURSE: https://training.lashandwaxoc.com/101

  4. Oct 5

    124. How Estheticians Actually Make Money in 2026

    In this episode of The Rebel Show, I'm breaking down the different ways estheticians can get paid. From hourly pay, commission and tips to retail, brand partnerships, affiliates, education, content creation, employees and even renting out your space. Whether you're an employee, a solo esthetician or you're starting to build a team, I want you to understand the opportunities available to you AND why you shouldn't try to build every income stream at once. The goal isn't to do everything. Build something solid first, know your numbers, master your client experience and then expand when it actually makes sense. 💗 APPLY FOR A 1:1 COACHING CALL WITH ME Ready to sit down together and work through your biggest business roadblocks and next moves? Apply for a one-hour 1:1 coaching call here: https://forms.gle/Xpa61cQc8ijfX9ar6 💗 SHOP REBEL WAX + SAVE 10% https://lashandwaxoc.com/discount/YT10 Code: YT10 🎓 FREE 6-WEEK WAXING COURSE https://training.lashandwaxoc.com/101 ✨ FIND YOUR REBEL WAX FORMULA https://rebel-wax-finder.lovable.app/ 📲 GLOSSGENIUS https://app.glossgenius.com/invite/BREANNAM67 👯 JOIN THE FREE REBEL WAX BREEGADE https://www.skool.com/rebel-wax-breegade/ 📸 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/breemesquit/ #Esthetician #EstheticianBusiness #WaxingBusiness #SoloEsthetician #BeautyBusiness #Waxing

  5. Sep 28

    123. How to Define Your Business Core Values (That Actually Mean Something)

    What does your business actually stand for? Your core values shouldn't just be a few nice-sounding words you put on your website. They should define how you operate, how you lead, the culture you create, who you bring onto your team, and the experience your clients have with your business. And this is something I learned the importance of through experience, the good AND the bad. In this episode of The Rebel Show, I'm breaking down how I defined the five core values that guide my businesses and walking you through how to create your own. We're talking about: ✔️What core values actually mean in your business ✔️Why company culture matters more than I originally realized ✔️The experiences that helped me define what I would and wouldn't tolerate ✔️My five company core values and what each one means ✔️How to turn negative experiences into positive values ✔️Why your core values have to start with YOU ✔️How to actually use your values in your business By the end, I have some homework for you: define the 3–5 core values that truly represent the business and culture you want to build. Then come back and share yours in the comments. I want to hear them. 👇 💗 FREE 6-WEEK WAXING COURSE https://training.lashandwaxoc.com/101 🛍️ SHOP REBEL WAX https://lashandwaxoc.com/discount/BREE10 Use code BREE10 💬 JOIN THE FREE REBEL WAX BREEGADE https://www.skool.com/rebel-wax-breegade/ 📲 FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/breemesquit/ Want to get Exciting Updates from Rebel Wax via Email? https://lashandwaxoc.com/pages/join-mailing-list #CoreValues #EstheticianBusiness #BeautyBusiness #BusinessGrowth #SalonOwner #Esthetician

  6. Sep 21

    122. My First Treatment Room Had a VERY Suspicious Neighbor

    My first treatment room rental as a solo esthetician was WILD. When I first went solo, I thought my biggest challenge would be finding clients. Instead, I found myself dealing with another renter who seemed determined to make running my business as difficult as possible…and the more time I spent there, the stranger things got. What started with complaints about my clients and a doorbell eventually turned into mediation, cameras, suspicious activity, and a conversation I definitely wasn't supposed to hear. This episode is mostly just for fun 😂 but looking back, those early rental experiences taught me A LOT about choosing the right space for your esthetics business. If you've ever had a treatment room, salon suite, or booth rental horror story, PLEASE tell me yours in the comments. I know I can't be the only one. And if you want an episode about what I would look for BEFORE renting a treatment room today, let me know below! ✨ FREE RESOURCES: FREE 6-Week Online Waxing Course: https://training.lashandwaxoc.com/101 Find Your Rebel Wax Formula: https://rebel-wax-finder.lovable.app/ Join the FREE Rebel Wax Breegade: https://www.skool.com/rebel-wax-breegade/ Shop Rebel Wax: https://lashandwaxoc.com/discount/BREE10 Code: BREE10 Want to get Exciting Updates from Rebel Wax via Email? https://lashandwaxoc.com/pages/join-mailing-list Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breemesquit/ #Esthetician #SoloEsthetician #EstheticianBusiness #SalonSuite #WaxingBusiness #RebelWax

  7. Sep 14

    121. Ranking #1 on Google… So Why Aren’t Clients Booking?

    You can rank #1 on Google and STILL struggle to turn those searches into actual appointments. In this episode, I'm breaking down something I've been seeing with coaching clients: they're getting visibility, people are finding their business, but somewhere between the Google search and the booking confirmation, they're losing potential clients. We're talking about new client promotions, deposits, requiring a card on file, confusing booking menus, rebooking, and the small barriers that could be costing you new clients. I also explain why I personally don't require deposits or a card on file for first-time waxing clients, why we offer a $35 new-client Brazilian at Rebel Wax Studio, and why I'm willing to accept a few no-shows if it means converting significantly more new clients. My challenge for you: go through your booking process AS A CLIENT. Click every button. Read every service. Look for anything confusing, broken, or unnecessary and then test removing some of that friction for 30 days. Tell me in the comments: Do you currently require a deposit or card on file for new clients? ✨ RESOURCES The booking platform we use at Rebel Wax Studio: GlossGenius: https://app.glossgenius.com/invite/BREANNAM67 Get a 14-day free trial with no credit card required + $30 if you activate. FREE 6-Week Online Waxing Course: https://training.lashandwaxoc.com/101 Join the FREE Rebel Wax Breegade: https://www.skool.com/rebel-wax-breegade/ Shop Rebel Wax: https://lashandwaxoc.com/discount/BREE10 Code: BREE10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breemesquit/ Subscribe for more waxing, marketing, client retention, and esthetician business education. #EstheticianBusiness #WaxingBusiness #EstheticianMarketing #GoogleBusinessProfile #WaxingClients #BeautyBusiness

  8. Sep 7

    120. I Retired My Blue-Collar Husband… Now We Run Our Esthetics Business Together

    What actually happens when your beauty business grows big enough for your husband to quit his job and join you full-time? Chance is joining me for this episode to answer the questions you guys sent in after I shared that I “retired my blue-collar husband.” We're talking about how we knew it was time, what our finances and payroll actually look like, how we divided our roles, working together as husband and wife, handling disagreements, and why I DON'T think everyone should try to bring their spouse into their business. Our story definitely didn't happen overnight. We went from struggling to afford groceries and laundromat trips to building Rebel Wax together full-time and there was never some perfect roadmap telling us what to do next. If you're building a beauty business, thinking about working with your spouse, or wondering what's actually possible when you keep growing, I hope our story gives you some perspective. And remember: your journey doesn't need to look like ours to be successful. 👇 RESOURCES SHOP REBEL WAX: https://lashandwaxoc.com/discount/BREE10 Code: BREE10 FREE 6-WEEK ONLINE WAXING COURSE: https://training.lashandwaxoc.com/101 JOIN THE FREE REBEL WAX BREEGADE: https://www.skool.com/rebel-wax-breegade/ FORMULA FINDER: https://rebel-wax-finder.lovable.app/ FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/breemesquit/ If you're an esthetician who wants to grow your clientele, improve your waxing skills and build a profitable beauty business, subscribe and come hang out with us every week. #Esthetician #BeautyBusiness #WaxingBusiness #Entrepreneurship #RebelWax

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Build a beauty business that gives you more income, freedom, and room to grow. On The Rebel Show, waxing business coach and Rebel Wax founder Bree Mesquit shares practical strategies for estheticians and beauty business owners who want to get booked, increase profit, hire confidently, and grow beyond the treatment room. Expect honest founder stories, social media strategies, leadership lessons, and clear next steps you can use in your business. New episodes every Monday.

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  • Creator
    Bree Mesquit
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    127
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Bree Mesquit
  • Show Website
    The Rebel Show

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