Start Right Here! Podcast

Do you want to break into beauty, move up, or pivot into the industry? Black Beauty Pros share how they broke in, moved up, and defined success in different business areas (Corporate, STEM, Creative, and Entrepreneurship)—sharing their personal stories and practical tips.

Start Right Here! Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Corynne L. Corbett, with 89 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Corynne L. Corbett hosts Start Right Here! Podcast, a business show with 89 episodes published.

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  Episode #89

  Cataanda James: The Power of Possibility

  Oct 2, 20251h 26mS0

  <p>Cataanda James, Chief Beauty Officer of CJ The Beauty Group, talks about building a career that surpasses her wildest dreams. </p> <p >Cataanda James is a textured-hair expert, educator, and beauty industry strategist whose career embodies resilience, authenticity, and the courage to follow one's passion. </p> <p >Raised in Kalamazoo, Michigan, she grew up inspired by her mother's love of fashion and flawless grooming. </p> <p >By junior high, Cataanda was already recognized as the "cat-eye queen," sharing makeup techniques with classmates, and by her college years, she had turned her dorm room into a thriving salon. </p> <p >What...

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  Episode #88

  Starr Blackshere: Finding Your Creative Niche in Beauty (& Mastering Your Craft)

  Apr 4, 20251h 5mS4

  <p >Starr Blackshere is a powerhouse in the beauty industry, a visionary artist whose journey from childhood fascination to professional mastery is nothing short of inspiring.</p> <p >With an innate eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Starr has transformed her passion for beauty into a thriving career that spans hair, makeup, and the intricate art of brow design.</p> <p >Born and raised in San Diego, California, Starr’s journey into beauty began at an early age, influenced by the dazzling world of pageantry.</p> <p >Her curiosity and natural talent led her to refine her sk...

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  Episode #87

  Shifting the Natural Hair Narrative Part 3: Natasha Gaspard, Erin Maybin and Debra Hare-Bey on Representation, Advocacy, and the Art & Science of Textured Hair

  Oct 20, 202354 minS3

  <p >We wrap up our three-part series on Shifting the Natural Hair Narrative. I'm thrilled to be joined by three incredible guests at the forefront of a revolutionary movement in the world of hair—Erin Maybin, Natasha Gaspard, and Debra Hare-Bey, founding members of the NHBC. </p> <p > </p> <p >In this episode, we dive deep into natural hair advocacy, design, and the cultural significance of textured hair.</p> <p > </p> <p >Our first guest is Erin Maybin, a creative force who not only possesses an artistic flair but also brings a wealth of expertise in graphic design to the foref...

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  Episode #86

  Shifting the Natural Hair Narrative Part 2 Diane C. Bailey: Licensing, Hair Loss & Legacy

  Oct 6, 202340 minS3

  <p >We continue our discussion on Changing the Natural Hair Narrative with the second of our three-part series. This episode features Diane C. Bailey, a pioneering figure in the world of textured hair care, with a career spanning decades and an unwavering commitment to education, advocacy, and community empowerment. She is the CEO and Founder of EMERGE NBIA: Natural Beauty Industry Alliance and Co_President of the Natural Hairstyle and Braid Coalition.</p> <p > </p> <p >Born and raised in New York, Diane has emerged as a prominent figure, shaping the landscape of natural hair care not only as a s...

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  Episode #85

  Shifting the Natural Hair Narrative Part 1 Diane Da Costa: Why the Past Matters

  Sep 29, 20231h 13mS3

  <p >Author, advocator, educator and entrepreneur, Diane Da Costa is a trailblazing figure in the beauty and wellness industry. She is the CEO and Founder of SimpleeBEAUTIFUL Brands, Co-President of the Natural Hairstyle & Braid Coalition and wrote the book, Textured Tresses. With over three decades of experience in the beauty industry, Diane has honed her craft to become a master hairstylist, specializing in natural and textured hair.  Diane is  known for her exceptional skills as a hairstylist, her passion for holistic wellness, and her dedication to advocating for the natural hair community. </p> <p > </p> <p >Her journey began as a yo...

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