Coffee N° 5 with Lara Schmoisman
Your Brew of Business Wisdom - Coffee N5 is your ultimate guide to running, growing, and scaling a successful business in today’s competitive landscape. Hosted by award-winning marketing strategist Lara Schmoisman—a Forbes Next 1000 honoree and LA Times Inspirational Women finalist—this Podcast is your secret weapon for actionable strategies, insider tips, and real-world success stories.
Every episode dives into the tools, tricks, and tactics that help businesses thrive, featuring insights from industry leaders and innovators across beauty, wellness, lifestyle, and beyond. Lara’s unique approach combines her vast expertise in omnichannel marketing with her passion for helping brands unlock their potential.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Coffee N5 gives you everything you need to create lasting success. So, pour yourself a cup, tune in, and let’s turn your business ambitions into reality—one episode at a time!
Listen now and discover what it takes to build the business of your dreams.
Coffee N° 5 with Lara Schmoisman
Why Indie Beauty Is Dead—And What’s Replacing It with Nader Naeymi-Rad
Nader Naeymi-Rad, Founder and Publisher of Beauty Independent, joins Lara Schmoisman to unpack the evolution of the beauty industry—from the death of indie beauty to the rise of professional founders, and what it really takes to build a brand that lasts.
We'll talk about:
- Why the “indie beauty” label is outdated—and what founders need to focus on instead
- The harsh truth about brand exits, celebrity equity, and investor-backed hype
- How Nader accidentally launched a movement that changed the industry
- What really separates a brand from a collection of products
- Why founder stories matter—but only when they're earned
- How to know if you’re building something that lasts (or just playing dress-up)
- The professionalization of beauty entrepreneurship—and why “passion” is not a business plan
For more information, visit Nader Naeymi-Rad's LinkedIn.
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