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Level Up with Lacey

Lacey Gebo

Diving into ALL things assistants in the beauty world!

business entrepreneurship

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00:24:19

You Gotta Spend It to Stack It: Let’s talk about Money 🤑

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2025/06/23

In this episode of Level Up with Lacey, I’m taking it back to the beginning — to the version of me who was scared to spend a dime on her business. The one who second-guessed every investment, worried about every dollar, and didn’t yet understand what true growth required.Whether you're just starting out or you're standing on the edge of your next big move, this one’s for YOU.I’m sharing the 6 things I wish someone had told me when I was scared to invest — the mindset shifts, lessons, and

00:22:19

Powerhouse Rooms & Pinch-Me Moments: My Week with Amy...

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2025/06/16

What happens when you find yourself in back-to-back rooms with some of the most powerful women in business?This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most surreal weeks of my business journey — from a private mastermind in Nashville with my coach and mentor Amy Porterfield, to hopping on a plane and joining Britt Seva and the Thrivers Community at the X Retreat in San Antonio.Talk about a pinch-me moment (or two).But this wasn’t just a fun week — it was a game-changing one.These rooms

00:17:36

When Your Client is PISSED Your Assistant Worked on...

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2025/06/09

“I’m canceling my appointment. The price I paid? No way. Disappointing.”That was the message my student (and dear friend) received from a client — and she was crushed. The client didn’t understand why an assistant had worked on her, questioned the pricing, and accused her of being unethical.Oof. Those texts hit hard — especially when you’re working so hard to build something bigger than yourself.But here’s the truth:If you’ve ever received feedback like this… you are not failing.Your assistant

00:22:42

I'm spilling the tea on how I lost 9 stylists - Part...

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2025/06/02

Let’s talk about silence — not as weakness, but as power.In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a tough chapter in my leadership journey. Earlier this year, I released a podcast episode that stirred up some real emotions — especially with a few former team members. I almost didn’t post it. I questioned everything, even texting Mel asking, “Should we really release this?” But I knew in my gut that I needed to share my truth.What happened next?I got pages of feedback from past employees —

00:18:06

Feeling Spread Thin? My Top 3 Activities to Manage...

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2025/05/26

Ever feel like the days fly by and you’re left wondering where your time actually went?Yep — I’ve been there too.In this episode, I’m sharing the exact strategies that helped me go from constantly overwhelmed and “on call” 24/7… to feeling more focused, more protected, and more in control of my schedule.We all get the same 24 hours. But how you spend them? That’s what determines your peace, your productivity, and your progress. I’m breaking down the three time management tools I use every week to

00:19:53

The One Hour a Week That Changed My Salon’s Finances

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2025/05/19

Let’s talk about the unsexy hour that completely transformed my business.In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the one hour each week that made the biggest difference in my salon’s financial health — and no, I’m not the one categorizing every transaction.From bi-weekly meetings with my CFO to reviewing monthly P&Ls and making data-backed decisions, I’m sharing exactly what this rhythm looks like inside both LG and Salon Lace. If you're avoiding your numbers, overwhelmed by QuickBooks,

00:22:30

How to Stop Being an All-or-Nothing Thinker

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2025/05/12

Ever feel like you’re either winning big or completely failing? That black-and-white thinking kept me stuck for years — and in this episode, I’m sharing how running a half marathon (and nearly falling apart during it) became the wake-up call I didn’t know I needed.I’ll break down how the all-or-nothing mindset shows up in your business, keeps you in perfection mode, and delays the growth you’re working so hard for. More importantly, you’ll learn how to shift into progress-focused thinking that

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