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.

Episodes

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. JAN 19

    Why Most Lash Adhesives Fail Artists (And Why Standards Matter)

    Most lash adhesives don’t fail because artists lack skill. They fail because the standards behind them were never built with the artist in mind. In this episode of Behind the Lash with Tammy, I break down why inconsistent retention, unpredictable performance, and constant troubleshooting are so common — and why artists are often taught to blame themselves instead of questioning the systems behind the products they’re using. This isn’t a product pitch.It’s a conversation about standards, trust, and why I’ve refused to compromise on quality throughout my entire lash career. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: Why lash adhesives are not neutral tools How manufacturing and formulation decisions impact performance long before a product reaches your lash room Why quality control and consistency matter more than trends How K-beauty philosophy prioritizes trust, stability, and long-term performance Why environmental awareness plays a major role in adhesive reliability The real reason Passion and Vision were created — as examples of standards, not the headline What rebuilding a business around integrity instead of shortcuts actually looks like I also share a powerful analogy using K-beauty sunscreen innovation to explain how outdated systems shape product performance — and why artists shouldn’t be carrying the blame for that. ⭐ 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 6: How to Make Confident Business Decisions in an Industry Full of Noise In the next episode, we move from product standards to decision-making — and how learning to filter out noise, trends, and outside pressure can completely change the way you lead, choose, and build.

    14 min
  7. JAN 5

    Why I Walked Away from Amazon: The Pivot That Changed Everything

    In this episode of Behind the Lash with Tammy, I’m sharing the real story behind my decision to walk away from Amazon — and why it became one of the most important pivots in my business journey. After opening my salon and navigating multiple government-mandated lockdowns, I needed an income stream that didn’t rely on a physical space. Amazon felt like the obvious answer — and for a while, it was. But what started as a solution slowly became a source of pressure, loss of control, and misalignment with the kind of business I wanted to build. This episode is for entrepreneurs, creatives, and women navigating a season of change — especially if you’re questioning a path that once felt right but no longer does. ⭐ 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 🤍

    21 min
  8. 12/22/2025

    The Pivot I Never Planned: Burnout & Closing My Salon

    When I opened my salon, I believed it was the beginning of the next chapter of my career. But just six weeks later, COVID shut down the beauty industry overnight — forcing an unexpected salon closure that led to burnout, exhaustion, and a complete shift in my life and business. In this raw and honest episode, I share the truth behind closing my salon, the perimenopause symptoms I didn’t yet understand, and how losing one version of my dream created space for a completely new direction in my career, motherhood journey, and identity as an entrepreneur. If you're a lash artist, beauty professional, entrepreneur, or a woman navigating burnout or an unexpected life pivot, this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and less alone. ⭐ 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 🤍

    21 min
  9. 12/07/2025

    The Truth About Lash Retention No One Told Me

    In this episode, Tammy breaks down the real reasons lash retention fails — the ones no one talks about. After more than a decade in the industry, she’s learned that consistent retention isn’t just about glue… it’s about technique, timing, environment, product knowledge, and understanding the tiny details that make the biggest difference. If you’ve ever struggled with retention, felt overwhelmed by conflicting advice, or wondered why your results weren’t consistent, this episode will finally give you the clarity and confidence you’ve been missing. Inside this episode, you’ll learn:• The retention myths lash artists still believe• The biggest environmental mistakes affecting adhesive performance• How humidity, temperature & timing REALLY work• The mindset shift every artist needs to master retention• The truth about adhesives — and what manufacturers rarely explain• Practical steps you can apply today for longer-lasting results If this episode supports your lash journey, it would mean the world if you:• Follow the show• Leave a quick review• Share this episode with another lash artist 🤍 Your support helps this Canadian small-brand founder reach more artists and continue creating value-packed episodes. ✨ Free Resource for Lash Artists Download Tammy’s guide: Perfect Lash Adhesives Like a Pro ✨ Connect with Tammy Instagram: @beautybytammyca ✨ Shop Tammy’s Pro-Grade K-Beauty Lash Adhesives Discover Passion & Vision adhesives at: beautybytammy.ca

    31 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.