72 Facts About Me
Get to know your esthetician better with some rapid-fire questions
Get to Know Me:
Name?: Victoria Elizabeth
Does my name have a meaning?: My parents have a story behind all their children’s names and mine is twofold: named after royalty (twice) and victory
Do I have a nickname?: I got to pick my nickname at camp and I chose Nash. It stuck because people call me Nash to this day
Height?: 5 feet 11 inches (according to a short nurse)
Where am I a local?: Northeast Ohio, United States
Am I married?: Yes! 7 years and counting
Do I have children?: Yes! Vivian, Alec, and Serena
Do I have siblings?: I have two older sisters, an older brother, and a younger brother
Pet peeves?: When people get their Pet Peeve List mixed up with their Things That Need To Change About Humanity List. I notice a lot and can overlook a lot but things that will never cease to bug me are washed dishes that still aren’t clean, not turning blinkers off after merging, and clutter that returns to my desk despite my best efforts to keep it clean
Future goals?: Home educate my children while simultaneously growing Candid Class into an unstoppable business that changes people’s lives
Favorite food?: Bacon cheeseburger with the works or a fancy pasta dish
Favorite stores?: I love hunting down a bargain at Marshalls/Home Goods
Number of US states visited?: 38
If I weren’t an esthetician, I’d be a: speaker, teacher, or lawyer
Best career advice I’ve been given: Be prepared, but take the leap
Three qualities that got me where I am today: My leadership skills, intense perseverance, and desire to help other people
One change I’d like to see in the beauty industry: Brands innovating new products/campaigns that empower women instead of belittling, objectifying, or scaring them
How I made my first dollar: Chores around the house at 4 years old
Last thing I binge-watched: Expanse
A song that always makes me cry: He Stopped Loving Her Today sung live by Alan Jackson at George Jones’ Funeral
Something surprising on my bucket list: Hire a personal stylist
How my perfect day would begin: Waking rested with a clear plan for the day and no distractions
How my perfect day would end: A long conversation with someone I care about (also magically still getting a full night’s rest)
One thing I’m exceptionally good at: Teaching complex topics in easy-to-understand language
One thing I’m epically bad at: Going to bed on time!
How I clear my mind after a bad day: Wash my face so I can relax and feel fresh, put on my headphones, turn on music that makes me feel things deeply, then express myself by either writing it down or calling a trusted friend
My advice to a woman with a broken heart: Don’t shame yourself for being human
Relationship advice to my younger self: Relax your timeline and keep your standards high
What inspires me: An artist so committed to their work that they draw you into it with them
Biggest accomplishment?: Wife and motherhood are the things that jump to mind first but those are committed roles for life, not accomplishments. Going back to school to get licensed then starting my own business and having it flourish is something I'm very proud of!
Favorite color?: To wear? To decorate with? To eat? This is hard! Ok, I’d pick blue.
Favorite drink?: Cold: something fruity. Warm: hot chocolate
Favorite time of the day?: After kiddo bedtime when the world is quiet
Scared of heights?: I was the girl at the top of the ladder for all painting jobs
More likely to avoid conflict or engage it head-on?: Used to avoid it because I didn't realize how co-dependant I was, but I've grown tremendously at expressing my needs and wants
Cat or dog person?: Grew up with both. The kids want a bunny
Am I a good cook?: Yes but I never follow the recipe
If I had more courage what would I do differently in my life right now?: Channel main character energy and take more risks
If I could eliminate one limitation or weakness in my life, what would it be?: Ability to be distracted
Best teacher I’ve ever had: Experience
Can I whistle?: I could before braces but now I've lost the ability
Do I remember my dreams?: Only the most ridiculous ones, or ya know, the ones I have for changing the world
Do I sing in the shower?: Probably louder than I think I do
Any birthmarks?: You don’t realize how many you have until your kid starts asking what they are! I have one on my thigh and several beauty marks/freckles on my face
How many pairs of shoes do I own?: Enough
How many days could I last in solitary confinement?: Hahahahaha. None
Any broken bones?: Fractured my right foot in 3 places while playing kick the can (but I won)
Favorite tea flavor?: Peach
Last compliment I received and savored: “You regularly share nuggets of wisdom that make me change the way I see the world and live my life."
What is under my bed?: That noisy vacuum cleaner toy
First thing I do when I get home?: Besides unloading and putting things away, probably go to the bathroom
Thing I like about my home: Lots of natural light and mirrors to enhance it
Perks of my neighborhood: Park and pool within walking distance, and a great library with the BEST librarians
Morning person or night owl?: Night owl
What book am I reading at the moment?: Skin in the Game by Jane Wurwand
Last thing I downloaded on my computer?: Product photos for my website
Best part of my job?: Transforming lives from skin to soul!
Past jobs: Retail, 5 star restaurants, quick service restaurants, speech coach, director
Hardest part of my job?: Comparison
How do I replenish my energy?: Listening to music and hyper-focusing on a task I enjoy
Hardest thing for me to learn: That I’m worth it
Pettiest thing I’ve done to prove a point: Shoveled our snowy driveway while 8 months pregnant
How often do I cook?: Multiple times a day, unless I’m being lazy and serving cereal for dinner
One thing I wish I learned about earlier: The value of counseling
Best Halloween costume?: Abby Sciuto from NCIS
What I do if I can’t fall asleep at night: Turn on a podcast that interests me enough to focus but not enough to stay awake
Am I close to anyone now that I initially disliked?: Yes, my best friend and I couldn’t stand each other when we met
What was my first makeup item?: A turquoise and blue MaryKay eyeshadow duo from my mom because she would never wear it but bought it from my sister to support her business
When did I start wearing makeup?: Maybe 13?
Other interests I have are: podcasts, leadership, public speaking, music, storytelling
Why am I passionate about beauty?: I believe beauty is one of the most important things in the universe. The word beauty has been hijacked by the industry I work in to mean a pleasing arrangement of the "perfect" features of the culture's current preference as a way to guilt you into thinking you are never good enough --all in a ploy to get you to spend more money. I define beauty differently. To me, good things are the definition of beauty. Healthy skin? Good and beautiful. Reconnecting to our bodies? Good and beautiful. Appreciating ourselves and those around us? Good and beautiful. Growing in confidence, free of shame and expectations? Good and very beautiful. If I can help you grow in any of these areas, my good work is accomplished.
Meaning behind my website name: Candid = sincere honesty that is absent of any deception, Class = displaying impressive and stylish excellence.
If you’ve had it through all 72 facts, you deserve a high-five and a hug! Now it's your turn to tell me about you in the comments!