We had the good fortune of connecting with Paige Braley and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Paige, we’d love to hear about how you approach risk and risk-taking
Risk can be so scary. Risk seemingly threatens the familiar, the safe, the comfortable. But on the other side of risk, there is often something beautiful, that you could have never dreamed possible. Don’t get me wrong, I am a firm believer in calculated risk. . . if it threatens your overall sense of safety, basic needs, basic financial health, etc- that may not be the time to take “the risk”. But then again, sometimes when there IS something to lose, the risk + the effort creates something golden.

After the pandemic hit in 2020, the industry I had spent the last 15 years in professionally, was gone. Entertainers, singers, and dancers found themselves “waiting it out” or pivoting. While I waited, I was fortunate enough to help launch The Beauty Boost Cincinnati, with mini, 10-person socially distanced, goal hikes. While it wasn’t a job, or providing me with anything financially, I saw it as a nice distraction from feeling like my whole world was falling apart.

As the world began to “re-open”, so much of me wanted to play it safe and dive back into “my comfort field”. But instead, I stuck with The Beauty Boost. I saw the potential. I saw the need, I experienced the freedom and joy of being amongst like-minded, inspiring, uplifting women who were genuinely in my corner.

With The Beauty Boost Community climbing into the hundreds of thousands, partnering with nationwide organizations, and spanning 25 cities from coast to coast. . . it is safe to say taking the risk paid off.

What should our readers know about your business?
The Beauty Boost Cincinnati is a true community. We are here to help women feel empowered, healthy, and beautiful. We do this through Signature Events including Fitness Events, Empowerment Workshops, Socials, Retreats, and more!

We also partner closely with local businesses to help elevate and spotlight them in the community!

The number one lesson I have learned though TBB is relationships and people first! They are everything. At the end of the day, THEY are what truly matters. I firmly believe the rest will come. If you have a plan in business, you put the work in, and value the relationships you are building and genuinely nurturing them, above all else. It will all come!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Cincinnati is the Queen City for a reason!

Here we go:

* Cincy Sports game is a MUST. Ideally, The Bengals, but Reds or FC would do as well!
* A walk around downtown, across The Purple People Bridge and into Newport on The Levee for sure! (Beeline Cocktails/ Mocktails are a must!)
* I am a sucker for a good restaurant. Agave and Rye, Two Cities Pizza, and Losanti are my personal favs!
* Would definitely hit up a TBB Event, like The Cincy Fitness Sampler or Day Retreat.
* Shred415 or 513Lagree for a solid, fun, group workout.
* And probably a nice walk with my pups on the Little Miami Bike Trail! (With a stop in Downtown Loveland for sure! Get the giant pretzel at Ramsey’s and Narrow Path Partially Redacted Brew- yum!)
* Shopping at some local boutiques like Leeta Ruth is a bonus!
* And did you even go to Cincinnati if you didn’t get Graeters Ice Cream?!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Oh, man! There are too many people to list!

The Beauty Boost Cincinnati Community Members. Who continue to show up and inspire me event after event.

Rachel Kerr, Founder of The Beauty Boost, opened this window of opportunity for me, and thousands of other women nationwide.

My husband, Jeremy Braley. Without his support, I literally wouldn’t be here. I almost said NO to helping with TBB Cincy. And he reminded me, “Things don’t come back around often, what do you have to lose?”

My best friend Logan Moore, who I’ve known since 6th grade! She has supported me during marathon training, launching a business, and a million other things in between!

Katie Bragaw- who helps me step into the BEST version of me, and create so many meaningful connections in this city!

TBB Ambassador Team- for helping make the Signature Events come to life! And for always being a welcoming force at the events, ensuring no one is a stranger!

Website: thebeautyboost.net

Instagram: @The Beauty Boost Cincy

Image Credits
Allison Darling Photography

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