#24 -Solopreneur to a Multi-Million Dollar Med Spa with CEO of The Aesthetic Method, Stephanie Stewart

In this episode of Millions Were Made Podcast, Jessica Marx sits down with her longtime client and friend and client, Stephanie Stewart. Stephanie is a former ER Physician Assistant turned med spa entrepreneur and mom. Stephanie’s journey from the bustling halls of a trauma center to owning a successful aesthetics practice is nothing short of inspiring. Together, they delve into the realities of breaking free from burnout, navigating early entrepreneurial missteps, and scaling a business in a crowded market without losing focus on family. Stephanie shares the pivotal moments that led her to trust her gut, scale back on "paper-perfect" deals, and redefine success to fit her life and family goals. Expect insight into how she built a dedicated team, established work-life boundaries, and strategically invested in her business while creating real personal wealth. If you're juggling growth, family, and your sanity—or just looking for actionable tips on running a multi-seven-figure business while still having time to breathe—this one's for you. Ready to rethink what "growth" really means? Tune in! Highlights (00:57) Stephanie’s transition from ER trauma to med spa owner and entrepreneur. (01:51) A personal car accident at 15 inspired Stephanie to pursue medicine. (05:24) Turning furloughs into full-time business growth. (08:38) Self-funding and bootstrapping her way to success. (09:49) Investing in team to create a loyal, capable workforce. (12:03) Extensive onboarding as a way to ensure safety, quality, and brand consistency. (18:08) Letting go of perfectionism and delegating effectively to the team. (19:41) Recognizing seasons of life and aligning business decisions accordingly. (22:24) Embracing the part-time mom role and balancing work-life priorities. (26:26) Focusing on quality over quantity in business and personal life. (28:44) The freedom entrepreneurship brings to say no and pursue passions. (34:00) Stephanie’s advice: Act like a CEO, prioritize meaningful relationships, and trust your gut. (35:56) Stephanie’s heartfelt gratitude to Jessica for her transformative mentorship. (34:00)Stephanie’s advice and heartfelt gratitude. Connect with Jessica: Instagram: @millionsweremade and @thejessicamarx Website: Million Were Made Work with Jessica: Tailored Premier Connect with Stephanie Stewart Instagram: @theaestheticmethod