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title: How to Survive The Beauty Industry
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# [How to Survive The Beauty Industry](https://joinmya.com/podcast/601-how-to-survive-the-beauty-industry)

 Written by [Kati Whitledge](https://joinmya.com/podcast/author/kati-whitledge) | Jul 14, 2025 12:00:00 PM

In this raw and inspiring episode, Wesley Palmer reveals the real challenges of surviving and thriving in the beauty industry. From dropping out of hair school to becoming a top educator with Paul Mitchell, Wesley shares the unfiltered journey of career reinvention, industry burnout, and the power of authentic connection. You’ll hear how sobriety, self-care, and social media transformed his career, and why so many stylists burn out before they ever break through. If you're questioning your path or looking for a spark to reignite your passion, this is the must-listen conversation you didn’t know you needed.

 

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