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Editor's Note
Welcome to the 2nd issue of Mocha Beauty for 2025.
It’s been a big couple of months since our last issue. We recently had Mocha Elite on the Gold Coast at The Langham Hotel, and I’m still buzzing from the energy from the few days spent at the event. There’s something powerful about being surrounded by like-minded business owners who are all working hard, evolving, and showing up for more. It reminded me how important it is to check in with where you’re at, and where you’re heading.
Momentum in business and in life doesn’t just happen. It’s created. And often, it asks us to step into a new version of ourselves. One that’s a little braver, more focused, and willing to do things differently.
Change requires change.
If you’ve felt stuck or like you’ve been coasting, this is your chance to reset. Take a breath. Get clear. Not just on your goals, but on whether your business still reflects who you are and how you want to show up. Are you still delivering the kind of experience you’re proud of? Are your values still front and centre, or have they been buried under the weight of the day to day?
This is the perfect time of year to reassess... and yes, that includes your numbers. With superannuation increasing to 12% from July and wages set to rise again, it’s more important than ever to keep your finger on the pulse. Your pricing, margins, and cash flow can’t be left to chance. You need to know where you stand and make decisions with clarity, not just hope.
If you’re reviewing your pricing (and you probably should be), take a look at the whole picture. Are you also reviewing your standards? Because when prices rise but the client experience stays the same, something feels off. Clients notice. And the value exchange matters.
But here’s the good news, you don’t need to spend more to offer more. A thoughtful moment. A calm, welcoming space. A team that genuinely cares. It’s the energy and consistency that make the difference.
If you have a team, now is also a great time to check in with them. What’s the culture like? Are expectations clear? Are they feeling supported? A strong culture doesn’t come from staff meetings—it’s built in the everyday moments. In how you lead, how you listen, and how you show up.
This next quarter is about taking back control. Getting focused. Raising the bar.
We’ve got some exciting things coming up, too. Beauty Expo returns to Sydney on August 16–17, and as always, it’s a brilliant weekend of inspiration, education, and connection. And then of course, there’s the night of all nights, the ABIA Gala event! The night we all look forward to, when we celebrate the people and businesses who are doing amazing things across the industry.
Entries for the 2025 ABIA’s and Beauty Squad are now open and close on Wednesday 26th June. Finalists will be announced LIVE on the Mocha Beauty Facebook page on Monday 23rd June.
If you’ve thinking about entering the 2025 ABIA Awards or Beauty Squad, and have been sitting on the fence with it, I really encourage you to go for it. It’s not just about the win - the process of entering itself is such a great opportunity to reflect on your business. It gets you thinking about what you’ve built, where you’re at, and what might need adjusting. It is a fabulous business/selfaudit.
Until next time,
Louise May
Editor – Mocha Beauty / Editor in Chief – Mocha Group louise@mochagroup.com.au
@louise_mochagroup
@mochabeautymedia
