Every industry has its myths—stories insiders repeat until they sound like truth. But behind the slogans and the spin are unspoken (and sometimes unnoticed) realities – we asked some of the wisest folks we know to share what lies they’ve noticed in their industries.
Claire Tuck
One of the biggest myths the wedding industry tells is that bigger and more extravagant weddings always equal better. There’s this constant pressure to have the ‘perfect’ day defined by trends or expensive details, when in reality, the most meaningful weddings are those that truly reflect the couple’s unique story and values! Another misconception is that planning a wedding has to be stressful or overwhelming. Read More>>
Arenita Scott
1. That lash extension/brow appointments are a luxury service. Having the extra money to spend on something like lashes or brows *is* a luxury, in the sense that it’s not essential. But that doesn’t automatically make the service itself a ‘luxury service’. True luxury is in the experience, and quality of the work, not just the price tag. Read More>>
Krystal Imani
One of the biggest lies the massage industry tells itself is that massage therapists are always supposed to be perfectly balanced—physically, emotionally, and energetically. There’s this unspoken pressure to always show up calm, grounded, and “healed” because we’re in a healing profession. But the truth is, burnout is real, and it’s actually common in our field. Read More>>
Wendell Jackson
One of the biggest lies the industry tells itself is that workers’ comp exists to protect the worker. Truth is, it protects the company — and everyone involved gets a cut except the person who actually got hurt. They’ll say they care, but their actions say otherwise. They’ll promise support, then ghost you the moment you’re no longer profitable. Another lie? Read More>>
