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Episode Synopsis
Starting off in the make-up industry seems like it would be so glamorous…
Then reality sets in and creeps up on us! And we realize that we really need to protect ourselves in this space!
In this episode, Angelique Velez interviews Celebrity Make-up Artist, Nydia Figueroa, who is now very successful in her field.
With over 12 years of experience, Nydia has made a name for herself, starting off at the age of 18 as an artist for one of the biggest company names in the world, MAC Cosmetics. She followed her dream, working for 5-time Emmy award-winning makeup artist (The Today Show, The View) EVE PEARL who was the reason she pursued a career in makeup over a decade ago.
Nydia is also a celebrity and published makeup artist whose work has been featured on television, The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, NYFW, The Miss Universe Organization and more.
In this episode, Nydia gets open and vulnerable about the journey of growth she had to overcome in order to manifest her big dreams!
She opens up about:
Identifying imposter syndrome on this journey and what Nydia had to do to work through it
That self-care and boundaries help fuel your own cup, enabling you to really focus on what you want, while feeling good and enjoying the process
Balancing celebrating yourself and being proud of your wins without coming across as arrogant
Transitioning in your business journey during unstable times, while staying true to your own purpose, your beliefs and your authenticity
Nydia shares so honestly in this episode, that her authenticity and humanity in this field shine through. She helps us feel like we are not alone in the very human journey behind becoming a beauty entrepreneur.
“I was just constantly working, constantly crying, constantly overwhelmed, and I was at a point where I wasn't seeing results because I was just stretching myself so thin. Taking those Sundays off for church or rest was like such a lifesaver. It sounds so simple, but it was so life-changing.”
- Nydia Figueroa, Hey Glowfriend Podcast, S1 E2
Find out more about Nydia Figueroa here:
https://www.facesbynydia.com/
Angilique Velez Links:
Official Website:
https://angeliquevelez.com/
To Join the Club:
https://angeliquevelez.com/coming-in-clutch-club/
To Join the Community:
https://angeliquevelez.com/community
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/theangeliquetechnique/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/angeliquevelezmakeup/
Hey Glowfriend Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heyglowfriend/
Then reality sets in and creeps up on us! And we realize that we really need to protect ourselves in this space!
In this episode, Angelique Velez interviews Celebrity Make-up Artist, Nydia Figueroa, who is now very successful in her field.
With over 12 years of experience, Nydia has made a name for herself, starting off at the age of 18 as an artist for one of the biggest company names in the world, MAC Cosmetics. She followed her dream, working for 5-time Emmy award-winning makeup artist (The Today Show, The View) EVE PEARL who was the reason she pursued a career in makeup over a decade ago.
Nydia is also a celebrity and published makeup artist whose work has been featured on television, The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, NYFW, The Miss Universe Organization and more.
In this episode, Nydia gets open and vulnerable about the journey of growth she had to overcome in order to manifest her big dreams!
She opens up about:
Identifying imposter syndrome on this journey and what Nydia had to do to work through it
That self-care and boundaries help fuel your own cup, enabling you to really focus on what you want, while feeling good and enjoying the process
Balancing celebrating yourself and being proud of your wins without coming across as arrogant
Transitioning in your business journey during unstable times, while staying true to your own purpose, your beliefs and your authenticity
Nydia shares so honestly in this episode, that her authenticity and humanity in this field shine through. She helps us feel like we are not alone in the very human journey behind becoming a beauty entrepreneur.
“I was just constantly working, constantly crying, constantly overwhelmed, and I was at a point where I wasn't seeing results because I was just stretching myself so thin. Taking those Sundays off for church or rest was like such a lifesaver. It sounds so simple, but it was so life-changing.”
- Nydia Figueroa, Hey Glowfriend Podcast, S1 E2
Find out more about Nydia Figueroa here:
https://www.facesbynydia.com/
Angilique Velez Links:
Official Website:
https://angeliquevelez.com/
To Join the Club:
https://angeliquevelez.com/coming-in-clutch-club/
To Join the Community:
https://angeliquevelez.com/community
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/theangeliquetechnique/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/angeliquevelezmakeup/
Hey Glowfriend Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heyglowfriend/
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