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www.ascpskincare.com 43 3. KEYNOTE SPEAKER Men and women of all ages are interested in learning skin care tips and healthy habits. Some speaking opportunities may be paid, while others fall into the volunteer or business promotion category. Groups looking for speakers include community organizations, sororities, or youth groups. Local organizations can be great launchpads for a novice speaker. At-home care tips, skin conditions, and treatments are great topics for groups concerned with acne, psoriasis, rosacea, or skin complications from cancer treatment. You can narrow your presentation focus by reaching out to the support groups tied to these health challenges. Paid speaking opportunities can be found in the continuing education arena and the trade-show circuit. If you have a special technique, skill, or interest area, you have something of value to share. To try your hand as a professional speaker, identify the topics in which you have expertise, then identify potential groups. You must be credible to your audience, so develop and practice your presentation. And don't be afraid to ask for a small honorarium—even when you are just starting out. 4. PRODUCT OR DEVICE TRAINER/MANUFACTURER'S REPRESENTATIVE If you truly love a product line or skin care device and have the desire to share your expertise with others, you can look into training or repping positions. Skin care and makeup companies often employ demonstrators, product speakers, or trainers to work with spas and salons. You might be asked to speak at a special event, participate in a customer appreciation night, or work at a trade show booth. Specifi c product and protocol trainers are also used. Part-time or freelance positions off er you a chance to explore this option before making a long-term commitment. 5. SKIN CARE RETAIL SALES Your expertise in skin analysis and product selection makes you a natural for retail sales. Skin care sales associates are employed in beauty supply stores, department stores, and niche locations like compounding pharmacies, doctor's offi ces, and natural food and supplement stores. Test your sales savvy by applying for a part-time or holiday sales position. You may be a born salesperson. 6. SPA/SALON MANAGER Many of today's spa and wellness managers began their professional lives as service providers. If supervising others inspires you, then a management position may be an option to explore. If you are employed with a larger company, test your management mojo by applying to be the after-hours, holiday, or assistant spa director. If your organization off ers management training, discuss your interest with your supervisor and apply for the program. Otherwise, online courses, seminars, and training at national and regional trade shows or local community colleges are ways to develop these skills (which also come in handy if you have dreams of hanging out your shingle some day). Your esthetician license is just the beginning! Seeking out options beyond the basics can help you grow and thrive in the skin care industry and—best of all—create a new profi t stream for you! Got Writing Chops? Have a topic you think we should cover? Are you a skilled writer? If so, submit your idea(s) for a potential article, including a short description and outline, to editor@ ascpskincare.com.