Behind the Lash with Tammy

Tammy Albanesi

Behind the Lash with Tammy is a podcast about the real journey of building a business and a life you love — the pivots, the resilience, and the moments that redefine you. Hosted by entrepreneur, educator, and mom Tammy Albanesi, each episode shares honest stories, real behind-the-scenes lessons, and meaningful conversations for anyone navigating reinvention or the messy middle of entrepreneurship. New episodes every two weeks. Learn more at beautybytammy.ca.

  1. 2d ago

    Why I'm Choosing Less

    Why does it feel like doing more never feels like enough? In this episode of Behind the Lash with Tammy, I'm sharing why I've started choosing less instead of constantly trying to do more. For years, I believed growth meant adding. More goals, more responsibilities, more commitments, more opportunities. But as life changes, many of us reach a point where we realize that more isn't always the answer. As women navigating midlife, family responsibilities, careers, businesses, health challenges, and everyday pressures, we're often taught to keep pushing forward no matter how overwhelmed we feel. But what if success isn't about doing more? What if it's about becoming more intentional? In this episode, I talk about simplifying different areas of life, redefining success, protecting your energy, and creating space for what truly matters in this season. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a busy mom, a caregiver, or simply feeling stretched too thin, this conversation is a reminder that choosing less isn't giving up. Sometimes it's the path to a more meaningful life. ✨ In This Episode, We Talk About: • Why doing more isn't always the answer• The hidden cost of commitments, responsibilities, and expectations• Midlife, changing priorities, and protecting your energy• Why simplifying can create more peace and clarity• The difference between growth and constant expansion• How redefining success can help you build a more sustainable life• Why choosing less isn't settling, it's prioritizing ⭐ Listener Perk Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision adhesives — just for my podcast community 🤍 ✨ Connect with Tammy • ⁠Get 10% off with code PODCAST⁠ – your exclusive listener perk • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download my free guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – master adhesive fundamentals • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Behind the Lash Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – deeper stories, entrepreneurship, mindset + updates • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Passion & Vision Pro-Grade K-Beauty Adhesives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – the formulas trusted by lash artists • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram @beautybytammyca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – beauty, business & behind-the-scenes ✨ If this episode resonated with you… Follow Behind the Lash with Tammy and leave a rating or review. Your support helps more women, caregivers, entrepreneurs, and lash artists discover these conversations and navigate life's transitions with more confidence, clarity, and intention 🤍 🔜 Coming Up Next In Episode 4, we're talking about something that can be surprisingly emotional: The Version of Me I Had to Let Go Of. A conversation about identity shifts, changing dreams, letting go of old expectations, and learning that reinvention isn't about becoming someone new. It's about making peace with who you're becoming.

    17 min
  2. Jun 15

    The Pressure to Keep Going When You’re Exhausted

    Have you ever felt exhausted but convinced yourself you just needed to push harder? In this episode of Behind the Lash with Tammy, I'm talking about something many women experience but rarely discuss openly: the pressure to keep functioning when you're running on empty. Whether you're raising children, supporting aging parents, running a business, navigating health challenges, or simply carrying more than people realize, the expectation to keep going can feel overwhelming. I share personal reflections on motherhood, caregiving, entrepreneurship, financial stress, social media pressure, and the guilt that often comes with slowing down. We also explore why so many women tie their worth to productivity and what it means to give yourself permission to rest. If you've been feeling tired in a way that sleep doesn't seem to fix, this conversation is for you. ✨ In This Episode, We Talk About: • The invisible pressure women feel to keep going no matter what• Motherhood, caregiving, and carrying multiple responsibilities• Financial anxiety and entrepreneur guilt• Why resting can sometimes feel like failing• Social media pressure and the illusion that everyone else has it figured out• The emotional burnout many people are still carrying after the pandemic years• Learning to redefine productivity during difficult seasons• Giving yourself permission to slow down and rest ⭐ Listener Perk Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision adhesives — just for my podcast community 🤍 ✨ Connect with Tammy • Get 10% off with code PODCAST – your exclusive listener perk • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download my free guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – master adhesive fundamentals • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Behind the Lash Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – deeper stories, entrepreneurship, mindset + updates • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Passion & Vision Pro-Grade K-Beauty Adhesives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – the formulas trusted by lash artists • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram @beautybytammyca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – beauty, business & behind-the-scenes ✨ If this episode resonated with you… Follow Behind the Lash with Tammy and leave a rating or review. Your support helps more women, caregivers, entrepreneurs, and lash artists discover these conversations and navigate life and business with confidence, clarity, and intention 🤍 🔜 Coming Up Next In Episode 3, we're talking about something I've been learning firsthand: Why I'm Choosing Less. A conversation about letting go of what no longer serves you, redefining success, protecting your energy, and discovering that sometimes less really can be more.

    14 min
  3. Jun 1

    Season 2 Almost Didn't Happen

    Welcome back to Behind the Lash with Tammy 🤍 When I wrapped up Season 1, I had a plan. Season 2 was supposed to launch on April 27th. I had ideas, goals, and a vision for what this year would look like. But life had other plans. Over the past few months, I've been navigating personal and health challenges behind the scenes while balancing motherhood, caregiving, entrepreneurship, and all the responsibilities that come with wearing many hats. There were moments when I wasn't sure Season 2 was going to happen. In this episode, I'm sharing where I've been, what I've been learning, and why this next chapter of the podcast is going to look a little different. This season isn't about having all the answers. It's about rebuilding differently. In This Episode, We Discuss: ✨ Why Season 2 was delayed ✨ Navigating unexpected life challenges ✨ The hidden cost of always pushing through ✨ How my definition of success is evolving ✨ Why I'm simplifying my business and life ✨ The pressure women feel to keep everything together ✨ What reinvention really looks like ✨ The new direction for Behind the Lash If you've ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, uncertain, or like life isn't going according to plan, I hope this episode reminds you that you're not alone. Sometimes rebuilding doesn't mean starting over. Sometimes it means taking everything you've learned and building differently. ⭐ Listener Perk Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision Lash Adhesives — exclusively for my podcast listeners 🤍 ✨ Connect with Tammy • Get 10% off with code PODCAST – your exclusive listener perk • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download my free guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – master adhesive fundamentals • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Behind the Lash Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – deeper stories, entrepreneurship, mindset + updates • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Passion & Vision Pro-Grade K-Beauty Adhesives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – the formulas trusted by lash artists • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram @beautybytammyca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – beauty, business & behind-the-scenes 🤍 If this episode resonated with you, please follow Behind the Lash with Tammy on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and leave a rating or review. Your support helps the show reach more listeners and means so much to me. Until next time... Keep showing up. Keep growing. And keep believing your story isn't over yet. Tammy 🤍

    9 min
  4. Apr 26

    Who I Had to Become to Build Beauty by Tammy

    When people look at a business, they often see the finished product. The brand.The growth.The results. But what they don’t see is the person you had to become to build it. In this final episode of Season 1, I’m sharing the personal side of my journey — not just how Beauty by Tammy was built, but how I was shaped in the process. From becoming a mother and needing a career that allowed me to be present…to navigating unexpected changes during the pandemic that led to the closure of my salon…to learning how to let go, pivot, and move forward even when things didn’t go as planned. This episode is about more than business. It’s about identity, resilience, and learning how to trust yourself through seasons of change. Because the truth is — life and business rarely turn out the way you expect. But that doesn’t mean you’re on the wrong path. Sometimes it just means you’re being guided toward a different one. ✨ In This Episode, We Talk About: • The personal story behind building Beauty by Tammy• How motherhood shaped my career decisions• What the pandemic taught me about letting go and pivoting• The emotional reality of closing a chapter in business• How to navigate unexpected change with resilience• Why becoming more adaptable matters more than being perfect• The mindset shift from seeking validation to trusting yourself ⭐ Listener Perk Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision adhesives — just for my podcast community 🤍 ✨ Connect with Tammy • Get 10% off with code PODCAST – your exclusive listener perk • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download my free guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – master adhesive fundamentals • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Behind the Lash Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – deeper stories, entrepreneurship, mindset + updates • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Passion & Vision Pro-Grade K-Beauty Adhesives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – the formulas trusted by lash artists • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram @beautybytammyca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – beauty, business & behind-the-scenes ✨ If this episode resonated with you… Follow Behind the Lash with Tammy and leave a rating or review. Your support helps more women, lash artists, and entrepreneurs discover these conversations and build businesses with confidence, clarity, and intention 🤍 ✨ What’s Next Season 1 may be coming to a close, but this is just the beginning. We’ll be taking a short break, and Season 2 will return on June 1, 2026. In the next season, we’ll go even deeper into leadership, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to build something meaningful in this industry. Make sure you’re following the show so you don’t miss it.

    16 min
  5. Apr 19

    Longevity Over Hype: What It Really Takes to Build Something That Lasts

    In the beauty industry, it’s easy to get caught up in what’s trending. New techniques. New products. New voices gaining attention quickly. But what does it actually take to build something that lasts? In this episode, I’m sharing the emotional reality behind playing the long game — and why longevity isn’t built through hype, but through consistency, standards, and trust. I talk about what it really feels like when growth is slow, when your work goes unnoticed, and when you start questioning if you’re on the right path. If you’ve ever felt like you’re working hard behind the scenes but not seeing immediate results, this episode will remind you that the most important work is often invisible while you’re building it. Because building something meaningful isn’t about being the loudest. It’s about becoming the kind of artist — and entrepreneur — people can trust over time. ✨ In This Episode, We Talk About: • Why hype creates attention, but longevity builds real careers• The emotional reality of building a business in quieter seasons• How trust is built with clients through consistency• The moment I realized standards matter more than speed• Why playing the long game requires emotional discipline• The difference between building for attention vs building to last ⭐ Listener Perk Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision adhesives — just for my podcast community 🤍 ✨ Connect with Tammy • Get 10% off with code PODCAST – your exclusive listener perk • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download my free guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – master adhesive fundamentals • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Behind the Lash Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – deeper stories, entrepreneurship, mindset + updates • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Passion & Vision Pro-Grade K-Beauty Adhesives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – the formulas trusted by lash artists • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram @beautybytammyca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – beauty, business & behind-the-scenes ✨ If this episode resonated with you… Follow Behind the Lash with Tammy and leave a rating or review. Your support helps more women, lash artists, and entrepreneurs discover these conversations and build businesses with confidence, clarity, and intention 🤍 🔜 Coming Up Next In the final episode of Season 1, I’m sharing something much more personal: Who I had to become to build Beauty by Tammy.

    18 min
  6. Mar 2

    When Business Slows Down: How to Stay Booked, Relevant, and Resilient

    Every lash artist eventually experiences it. The quiet season. The moments when bookings slow down, gaps appear in your schedule, and uncertainty begins to creep in. These seasons can challenge your confidence, your identity, and your belief in what you are building. In this episode, Tammy shares the truth about slow seasons and why they are not a sign of failure, but a critical stage in building a stable, lasting business. She explains why many artists unintentionally weaken their foundation during these periods, and how staying grounded in your standards, identity, and leadership is what creates true longevity. You will learn how to stay relevant without chasing trends, how to maintain client trust even during slower periods, and why resilience, consistency, and emotional stability are some of the most valuable assets you can develop as a business owner. Because success in this industry is not built on constant momentum. It is built on consistency. And the artists who learn to navigate slow seasons properly are the ones who build careers that last. ✨ In This Episode, We Talk About: • Why slow seasons are a normal and unavoidable part of every lash career• The psychological impact of slower bookings and how it affects confidence• The biggest mistake lash artists make when business slows down• Why lowering your standards weakens client trust and long term stability• How to stay relevant without reacting emotionally or chasing trends• The real purpose of slow seasons and how they strengthen your business foundation• How client trust, emotional stability, and consistency create long term retention• Why resilience, not momentum, is what builds lasting success ⭐ Listener Perk Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision adhesives — just for my podcast community 🤍 ✨ Connect with Tammy • Get 10% off with code PODCAST – your exclusive listener perk • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download my free guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – master adhesive fundamentals • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Behind the Lash Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – deeper stories, entrepreneurship, mindset + updates • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Passion & Vision Pro-Grade K-Beauty Adhesives⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – the formulas trusted by lash artists • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram @beautybytammyca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – beauty, business & behind-the-scenes ✨ If this episode resonated with you… Follow Behind the Lash with Tammy and leave a rating or review. Your support helps more women, lash artists, and entrepreneurs discover these conversations and build businesses with confidence, clarity, and intention 🤍 🔜 Coming Up Next Episode 9: Longevity Over Hype — Why Playing the Long Game Changes Everything In the next episode, Tammy explains why chasing hype, trends, and fast growth often leads to instability, and how focusing on longevity builds stronger businesses, deeper client trust, and lasting authority in the lash industry.

    25 min
  7. Feb 16

    Grace Over Gossip: How I Handled Haters, Competitors, and Protected My Peace

    As your lash business grows, so does your visibility. And with visibility can come criticism, unfair reviews, and uncomfortable moments that test your confidence. In this episode, I’m sharing personal experiences from my own journey — including how I handled a fake review, navigated difficult feedback, and learned to protect my business without losing my kindness. You’ll learn how to respond to criticism professionally, set boundaries with confidence, and build a brand rooted in trust, consistency, and emotional leadership. Because long-term success isn’t built by avoiding difficult moments. It’s built by how you lead through them. ⭐ Listener Perk: Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision adhesiveshttps://beautybytammy.ca Grace Over Gossip: How I Handled Haters, Competitors, and Protected My Peace Building a business in the lash industry requires more than skill. It requires emotional resilience, leadership, and the ability to stay grounded when faced with criticism, unfair reviews, or uncomfortable competitor behaviour. In this episode, I’m sharing real experiences from my own journey — including how I handled a fake review, navigated difficult feedback, and learned to protect the integrity of what I’ve built without losing my kindness. You’ll learn how to respond to criticism professionally, how to set boundaries without guilt, and how true leadership strengthens both your reputation and your business long term. Because success isn’t defined by avoiding criticism. It’s defined by how you lead through it. ✨ In This Episode, We Talk About: • How visibility naturally brings both support and criticism• What I learned from experiencing a fake review on Amazon• How to respond to negative reviews with professionalism and calm• The biggest mistake lash artists make when replying to criticism• How to protect your business without compromising your values• Why boundaries are essential as your brand grows• How emotional discipline strengthens your long-term reputation• Why trust is built through consistency, not perfection ⭐ Listener Perk Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision adhesives — just for my podcast community 🤍 ✨ Connect with Tammy • Get 10% off with code PODCAST – your exclusive listener perk • ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download my free guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠ – master adhesive fundamentals • ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Behind the Lash Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ – deeper stories, entrepreneurship, mindset + updates • ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Passion & Vision Pro-Grade K-Beauty Adhesives⁠⁠⁠⁠ – the formulas trusted by lash artists • ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram @beautybytammyca⁠⁠⁠⁠ – beauty, business & behind-the-scenes ✨ If this episode resonated with you…Follow the show and leave a rating or review — it helps more women, lash artists, and beauty entrepreneurs discover Behind the Lash with Tammy and grow alongside this community 🤍 🔜 Coming up next Episode 8: When Business Slows Down — How to Stay Booked, Relevant, and Resilient In the next episode, I’ll share how to navigate slow seasons with confidence, how to stay visible and trusted even when bookings fluctuate, and how to position yourself for long-term stability and growth.

    22 min
  8. Feb 2

    How to Make Confident Business Decisions in an Industry Full of Noise

    In an industry filled with trends, opinions, and constant advice, making confident business decisions can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Tammy shares how she learned to stop chasing noise and start trusting her standards — even when the “louder” path looked more tempting. This conversation isn’t about moving faster or doing more. It’s about clarity, discernment, and learning how to make decisions you won’t regret later. Whether you’re navigating pricing, products, pivots, or pressure from social media, this episode will help you slow down, tune in, and lead your business with confidence instead of comparison. ✨ In This Episode, We Talk About: Why too much advice can actually weaken your decision-making How industry noise creates pressure, burnout, and self-doubt The difference between confident decisions and rushed ones Why standards — not trends — should guide your business choices Four grounding questions to help you filter advice before acting The real cost of ignoring your intuition Why calm decisions are often the right ones How clarity builds long-term confidence and trust ⭐ Listener Perk Use code PODCAST for 10% off Passion & Vision adhesives — just for my podcast community 🤍 ✨ Connect with Tammy • Get 10% off with code PODCAST – your exclusive listener perk • ⁠⁠⁠Download my free guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro⁠⁠⁠ – master adhesive fundamentals • ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to the Behind the Lash Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ – deeper stories, entrepreneurship, mindset + updates • ⁠⁠⁠Shop Passion & Vision Pro-Grade K-Beauty Adhesives⁠⁠⁠ – the formulas trusted by lash artists • ⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram @beautybytammyca⁠⁠⁠ – beauty, business & behind-the-scenes ✨ If this episode resonated… Follow the show and leave a rating or review — it helps more women, beauty pros, and entrepreneurs discover Behind the Lash with Tammy 🤍 🔜 Coming Up Next Episode 7: Competition, Integrity, and Choosing to Do Business the Right Way In the next episode, we move from decision-making into integrity — and what it really means to choose ethics, transparency, and long-term reputation in an industry that doesn’t always reward it. This conversation is for anyone who has felt pressure to cut corners, stay quiet, or compromise their standards just to keep up.

    8 min

About

Behind the Lash with Tammy is a podcast about the real journey of building a business and a life you love — the pivots, the resilience, and the moments that redefine you. Hosted by entrepreneur, educator, and mom Tammy Albanesi, each episode shares honest stories, real behind-the-scenes lessons, and meaningful conversations for anyone navigating reinvention or the messy middle of entrepreneurship. New episodes every two weeks. Learn more at beautybytammy.ca.