Career Guidance for a Newly Licensed Esthetician.

Hello IDI community!

As a newly licensed esthetician actively applying and eager to dive into the skincare industry for hands-on protocols, I’d love your guidance on navigating this early phase.

How did you stand out and land your first spa or med spa role without years of floor experience, and what is the best way to respectfully approach local owners or managers about shadowing and mentorship?

I would also appreciate any insights on key clinical modalities to prioritize, as well as the certifications, daily practice habits, or networking moves that kept you productive while waiting for responses.

Lastly, I’d love to connect with any mentors or fellow skin professionals based in the Denver, Colorado area! Thank you in advance! 😃