In this conversation, Tasha Aka @Auntiehaircoach interviews Asia Hamilton, a beauty industry educator and stylist. They discuss Asia's background, including growing up as a military brat and how it shaped her perspective. They also talk about Asia's journey in the beauty industry, including her apprenticeship experience and the challenges she faced. The conversation then shifts to activism and speaking out on social issues, with Asia sharing her experiences and the pushback she received. Overall, the conversation explores personal and professional growth, navigating the beauty industry, and using one's platform for social change. In this conversation, Aja Hamilton and Tasha discuss various topics related to the beauty industry. Aja shares her experiences with social media, the importance of integrity, and the need for change in the industry. They also discuss the role of influencers, the power of brands, and the lack of diversity in corporate settings. Aja emphasizes the importance of social currency, the need for brands to support their influencers' voices, and the need for more inclusivity and representation in the industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:14 Asia's Approach to Education and Connection

03:21 Asia's Journey in the Beauty Industry

08:11 Growing Up as a Military Brat and Building Self-Reliance

10:36 Apprenticeship vs. Traditional Beauty School

13:49 Navigating the Challenges of the Beauty Industry

23:30 Using Your Platform for Activism

26:24 Pushback and Consequences of Speaking Out

31:58 The Transformative Year of 2020

34:59 Building Boundaries and Selecting Clients

37:53 Being an Artist in the Beauty Industry

34:59 Brands and Influencers

38:48 The Lack of Diversity in Corporate Settings

43:30 Creating a Safer and More Inclusive Industry

45:04 The Role of Educators

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