Life with Marianna

Rea Ann Silva is the founder and CEO of Beautyblender, a multi-million dollar company that shook the world with a pink egg shaped sponge. As a professional makeup artist, Rea Ann realized the need to upgrade makeup tools as technology—especially the quality of HD cameras—evolved. Listen to hear how Rea Ann was initially inspired for the concept, how she took risks along the way to make her dreams a reality, and most importantly, the lessons she’s learned in her journey. This episode is all about starting from the bottom, the importance of perseverance when being your own boss, and Rea Ann's firm belief that in the entrepreneurial world, there is no such thing as no. Follow Marianna Instagram: instagram.com/marianna_hewitt This week’s episode is sponsored by:   VERB: Receive 30% off Verb’s best selling bundles with my link verbenergy.com/LIFE or use code LIFE   SAKARA: 20% off your first order when they go to Sakara.com/LWM or enter code LWM at checkout.   FUNCTION OF BEAUTY: FunctionofBeauty.com/lwm ​to take your quiz and save 20% on your first order Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Emma Grede, co-founder and CEO of Good American and founding partner of Skims, talks about her experience working with the Kardashians, the best business advice she received from Kris Jenner, hiring at her companies, and how Black-owned brands can benefit from the 15% pledge.

Tezza, fellow influencer and Entrepreneur, shares her special sauce for creating content, tips for iPhone photography, and trusting her gut for big life moves. They also discuss the evolution of being an influencer, combining digital and physical art, and advice for influencers and entrepreneurs.

Working out shouldn’t stress your body or feel painful and that’s why P.volve was born. I’m joined by Rachel Katzman, co-founder + CEO and President, Julie Cartwright to share their journey of growing their on-demand fitness platform. The method is high intensity and low impact so you can make fitness a part of your lifestyle, with less pain. Follow Marianna: instagram.com/marianna_hewitt Try P.volve and use code MARIANNA20 for 20% off equipment Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trinity Mouzon Wofford is the co-founder and CEO of Golde, a Brooklyn-born health and beauty brand, powered by superfoods. They are on a mission to make wellness easy and fun. Golde creates products—ranging from latte blends to superfood masks—that look good, taste good, and help you feel like your best self. Trinity shares how they started their business self-funded, eventually raising money in a thoughtful way, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Follow Marianna on Instagram: instagram.com/marianna_hewitt This week’s episode is sponsored by: CARE/OF: use code marianna50 for 50% off your first order on TakeCareOf.com DAILY HARVEST:  promo code lifewithm to get $25 off your first box DailyHarvest.com VERB: Receive over 50% off their best selling starter kit at  verbenergy.com/​LIFE​ or use code L​IFE ​at checkout. This discount is only valid for their starter kit. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jaci Marie Smith, a successful influencer and digital entrepreneur, shares advice on growing your following on Instagram, diversifying your income, and dealing with comparison. She discusses transitioning from photography to lifestyle influencing, the importance of content creation, monetizing Instagram, and the challenges of managing multiple aspects of influencer work.

Jane Hertzmark Hudis is first female Executive Group President at The Estée Lauder Companies. She is a powerhouse brand-building expert – particularly in skin care. Her portfolio includes iconic brands such as Estée Lauder, La Mer, Origins, Bobbi Brown, Dr. Jart+, as well as AVEDA and Bumble and bumble. In this episode, Jane shares her advice from her inspiring career in beauty, how to build a company with longevity and what excites her about indie brands. Follow Marianna: instagram.com/marianna_hewitt Follow Jane and The Estée Lauder Companies: instagram.com/jhhudis instagram.com/esteelaudercompanies This week’s episode is sponsored by: JENNI KAYNE - 15% off your first order with code LIFE on jennikayne.com SKILLSHARE:  FREE trial of Premium Membership with my link Skillshare.com/LIFE ARRAE: use code MARIANNA for $5 off arrae.com Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you have a new business and you are looking to raise money or interested in getting an investor? Learn about the process, what to have in order and what investors are looking for with Kelly Dill. Kelly is a Principal at Imaginary - their portfolio of investments include Glossier, Good American, Kosas, Mejuri, SKIMS and more brands that you know and love. But what does it take to secure an investment? What do you need to have before reaching out? Learn more in this episode. Follow Marianna on Instagram: instagram.com/marianna_hewitt Imaginary Ventures https://imaginary.co This week’s episode is sponsored by: NED: Go to www.helloned.com/LIFE or enter LIFE at checkout for 15% off your first one-time order or 20% off your first subscription order plus FREE shipping ZENFUEL: Use code MARIANNA for 25% off your first purchase on zenfuel.com Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ann McFerran started her innovative lash brand Glamnetic from her one-bedroom apartment and grew it from 0 to $50 million in sales in its first year and on track to do $100 million in 2021. She self-funded her business with no previous experience, was persistent on her quest to develop magnetic lashes, and was recently named Forbes 30 Under 30. Follow Marianna on Instagram: instagram.com/marianna_hewitt Summer Fridays new Cloud Dew moisturizer + Summer Skin Nourishing Body Lotion are available NOW at SummerFridays.com and Sephora This week’s episode is sponsored by: ARRAE: use code MARIANNA for $5 off arrae.com VERB:  Receive over 50% off their best selling starter kit at verbenergy.com/LIFE or use code LIFE at checkout. This discount is only valid for their starter kit. HONEY:  Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/LWM Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tinks, a writer and content creator known for her viral TikTok videos, discusses her creative process, finding her niche, and advice for women in their twenties. They also talk about her transition from writer to full-time content creator, the challenges she faced growing up in London, and her collaborations with brands like Spotify and Skims. They delve into topics such as creating content for TikTok, embracing vulnerability, managing stress, and tips for growing on TikTok and Instagram.