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In this episode, Nikki Arensman and Remi Aliseo - sisters, entrepreneurs, and the creative forces behind Thirdeye Studio - share how community and authentic connection have shaped every step of their business journey.
From launching a clothing line in their early twenties to building a go-to destination for tattoos, microblading, piercing, and permanent jewelry, Nikki and Remi open up about the lessons, pivots, and wins that come from learning as you go and trusting your instinct.
You’ll hear candid stories about their early days seeking mentorship, the challenges and rewards of growing a brick-and-mortar business, and how listening to client demand led them to expand into new services and revenue streams - most notably, by offering permanent jewelry using the industry-leading Sunstone welder.
Whether you’re dreaming of your own studio, looking to add new revenue streams, or simply craving an honest conversation about what it really takes to build a business with heart, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real talk.
What We Talked About:
The power of mentorship, community, and learning from mistakes [4:00]
Launching and scaling Third Eye Studio [7:00]
Adding a new revenue stream with permanent jewelry [16:00]
Researching and implementing Sunstone’s permanent jewelry system [20:00]
Building a client-centric culture and authentic brand experience [27:00]
Favorite business tools, tech solutions, and lessons learned [41:00]
Head to entreprenista.com/partners/sunstone-permanent-jewelry to save on Sunstone starter kits, training, and so much more.
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Guests
Nikki Arensman
Remi Aliseo
Hosts
Stephanie Cartin
Stephanie Cartin is a serial entrepreneur, investor, podcast host, community builder, and a champion for women founders. She created the Entreprenista League, a community for women founders, to provide resources and support necessary at all business stages. She’s also the Co-founder of Socialfly, one of the first social media marketing agencies, as well as Entreprenista Media and Pearl Influential Capital which was recently acquired by Cherub. Stephanie has shared her journey managing her health challenges with Multiple Sclerosis, Infertility, and a complicated pregnancy and is an advocate for women going through similar challenges. Her story and businesses have been featured on the Today Show, Bloomberg and Forbes. Consider Stephanie your biggest business cheerleader.
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