“They Fired Me… So I Hired Myself.” — Lina’s Journey from Corporate to CEO

This week’s spotlight is all about reinvention — and no one embodies that better than Lina, a powerhouse makeup artist and million-dollar business coach who turned her lowest moment into her biggest breakthrough.

Lina’s story starts where many can relate: stressed, underpaid, and overworked in the corporate world — all while raising a child on her own. When she got fired, it felt like rock bottom… but it was actually the beginning of her rise.

🔥 The Pivot:Instead of scrambling for another job, Lina made a bold decision: bet on herself. She tapped into her passion for beauty, picked up her brushes, and never looked back. From late-night makeup gigs to perfecting her craft, Lina grinded until her name became a brand.

📈 The Scale-Up:She didn’t stop at being a sought-after MUA. She realized there were so many women like her — talented, driven, and stuck — so she built a coaching program to help other beauty pros become booked, branded, and banked. Now? She’s helped thousands of artists grow their own six-figure businesses.

📱 The Social Strategy:Lina dropped major gems during our convo about using social media as a tool, not just a flex. She built her following by showing up authentically, sharing value, and documenting her journey — not just her wins. She treats content like currency, and it’s paid off in real-time growth and real-life clients.

💡 What We Learned from Lina

Having this conversation reminded me of a few powerful truths:

* Rejection can be redirection. Getting fired might feel like failure — but for Lina, it was divine alignment. That moment forced her to discover who she really was without a title attached to her name.

* Your story is your superpower. People connect more with your journey than your highlight reel. Lina didn’t blow up because she was “perfect.” She grew because she was real — and consistent.

* Coaching is not just about teaching — it’s about transformation. Lina’s success as a coach comes from genuinely helping people shift their mindset, not just their bank account.

* It’s okay to pivot — especially when you know you’re called to more. Lina didn’t start as a coach. She leaned into what was working, listened to her community, and evolved. That flexibility led her to millions.

Lina’s Top 3 Power Moves:

* Post with purpose — Every piece of content should attract, teach, or convert.

* Tell your story — People connect with you before they trust your offer.

* Own your voice — There’s no formula for success… but there is power in authenticity.

Lina is proof that being fired doesn’t mean you’re finished — it might just be the fire you need to build your empire.To every woman (and man) who’s felt overlooked or underestimated: this is your reminder to choose yourself.

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