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Terri Ross: Hustle, Heart, and Ambition Unwrapped

InTouch with Terri

Release Date: 03/05/2025

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InTouch with Terri

Get InTouch with Terri Terri Ross Website:  Terri Ross Patreon:  4S Summit Info: For more details, look up 4S Summit to understand its role in providing strategic business consulting in the aesthetics industry  Terri Ross is a renowned expert in the aesthetic industry, specializing in sales training, strategic growth consulting, and business transformation. As an accomplished author and international speaker, Terri has dedicated over two decades to elevating businesses in the aesthetic field with a ground-up approach focused on sustainability, profitability, and scalability....

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Get InTouch with Terri Terri Ross Website:  Terri Ross Patreon:  4S Summit Info: For more details, look up 4S Summit to understand its role in providing strategic business consulting in the aesthetics industry  Terri Ross is a renowned expert in the aesthetic industry, specializing in sales training, strategic growth consulting, and business transformation. As an accomplished author and international speaker, Terri has dedicated over two decades to elevating businesses in the aesthetic field with a ground-up approach focused on sustainability, profitability, and scalability....

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Get InTouch with Terri Terri Ross Website:  Terri Ross Patreon:  4S Summit Info: For more details, look up 4S Summit to understand its role in providing strategic business consulting in the aesthetics industry  Terri Ross is a renowned expert in the aesthetic industry, specializing in sales training, strategic growth consulting, and business transformation. As an accomplished author and international speaker, Terri has dedicated over two decades to elevating businesses in the aesthetic field with a ground-up approach focused on sustainability, profitability, and scalability....

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Get InTouch with Terri! Terri Ross Website:  Terri Ross Patreon:  4S Summit Info: For more details, look up 4S Summit to understand its role in providing strategic business consulting in the aesthetics industry  Terri Ross is a renowned expert in the aesthetic industry, specializing in sales training, strategic growth consulting, and business transformation. As an accomplished author and international speaker, Terri has dedicated over two decades to elevating businesses in the aesthetic field with a ground-up approach focused on sustainability, profitability, and scalability....

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Get InTouch with Terri! Terri Ross Website:  Terri Ross Patreon:  4S Summit Info: For more details, look up 4S Summit to understand its role in providing strategic business consulting in the aesthetics industry  Terri Ross is a renowned expert in the aesthetic industry, specializing in sales training, strategic growth consulting, and business transformation. As an accomplished author and international speaker, Terri has dedicated over two decades to elevating businesses in the aesthetic field with a ground-up approach focused on sustainability, profitability, and scalability....

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Ready to invest in growth — not guess at it? TRC and her team have proven results, and a combined 120 years of experience scaling aesthetic practices.  If you are ready for real change and next level growth but you’re stuck in the weeds or unsure what’s holding you back, the TRC Business Evaluation is your starting point.  Ask yourself can you afford not to? DM “EVALUATE” or visit  to learn more about how we’ve helped hundreds of practices grow with real results. In this Season 10 finale of InTouch with Terri, Terri Ross delivers a powerful, no-nonsense blueprint for...

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How One Practice Grew EBITDA by 300% with Expert Consulting Guest: Lisa Lickstein — Award-Winning Practice Owner & Visionary Leader Host: Terri Ross, Founder & CEO of Terri Ross Consulting Guest Spotlight: Lisa Lickstein, MSW, MBA Co-owner, Lickstein Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa Founder, Women in Business Mentorship Academy Certified Coach + Speaker in Unreasonable Hospitality Lisa Lickstein is the co-owner of Lickstein Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa, with two locations in South Florida and a thriving team of 40. With dual degrees in social work and finance, Lisa brings a rare...

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InTouch with Terri is brought to you by : Podium is a platform providing AI-powered communication solutions for lead conversion and patient retention. In Touch with Terri listeners get their first month of Podium free  Be sure to tune into the full conversation to uncover detailed insights into transforming your aesthetic practice by leveraging patient retention strategies. Subscribe for more episodes and stay informed about the latest developments and strategies in the industry  Get InTouch with Terri! Terri Ross Website:  Terri Ross Patreon:  4S...

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InTouch with Terri is brought to you by : Podium is a platform providing AI-powered communication solutions for lead conversion and patient retention. In Touch with Terri listeners get their first month of Podium free  Be sure to tune into the full conversation to uncover detailed insights into transforming your aesthetic practice by leveraging patient retention strategies. Subscribe for more episodes and stay informed about the latest developments and strategies in the industry  Get InTouch with Terri! Terri Ross Website:  Terri Ross Patreon:  4S...

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InTouch with Terri is brought to you by : Podium is a platform providing AI-powered communication solutions for lead conversion and patient retention. In Touch with Terri listeners get their first month of Podium free  Be sure to tune into the full conversation to uncover detailed insights into transforming your aesthetic practice by leveraging patient retention strategies. Subscribe for more episodes and stay informed about the latest developments and strategies in the industry  Get InTouch with Terri! Terri Ross Website:  Terri Ross Patreon:  4S...

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Join us in celebrating this milestone of Terri's 100th episode as Terri Ross shares her journey, expertise, and future aspirations in the aesthetic industry. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation, and look forward to more inspiring content from "In Touch with Terri." Stay tuned and connected with Terri's tribe for more transformative insights and strategies.

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Terri Ross is a seasoned consultant in the aesthetic medical industry with an unmatched track record in sales and business operations. She is the Founder and CEO of Terri Ross Consulting, where she devotes her expertise to helping aesthetic practices maximize their profitability and operational efficiency. Terri has a noteworthy history of achieving significant success in medical sales, serving as a Director for renowned Fortune 500 companies like Johnson & Johnson and Zeltiq. Her journey from sales executive to a managing partner at a top med spa in Beverly Hills underpins her deep industry insight and her commitment to empowering aesthetic professionals through education and mentorship.

Episode Summary:

In this milestone 100th episode of "In Touch with Terri," Terri Ross deep dives into a vulnerable and inspiring retelling of her incredible journey from humble beginnings to industry leader. Engaging in a heartfelt conversation with InTouch with Terri, producer and longtime friend, Tim Cicciarelli, Terri reflects on the personal and professional milestones that shaped her career in the medical aesthetics industry. Released on Valentine's Day in celebration of five years of podcasting, this episode promises insight, emotion, and empowerment, appealing to listeners who aspire to make their mark in medical aesthetics.

Terri opens up about her early life in Michigan, where she balanced the challenges of a blue-collar upbringing with an unyielding drive to succeed. She shares pivotal transitions, including her transformation from a successful sales executive at top pharmaceutical companies to a managing partner of a med spa in Beverly Hills. Emphasizing resilience, Terri transitions to discussing her significant pivots during the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to the creation of innovative services through her consulting company. Highlighting her role as a single mother and how this has driven her determination, Terri credits her daughter as a key motivator in her achievements. This episode is as much a celebration of growth as it is a message of hope and possibility for anyone seeking success in the aesthetics industry.

Key Takeaways:

  • Terri Ross celebrates five years of impactful podcasting with her 100th episode, sharing personal stories and professional insights.
  • Through sheer determination, Terri transitioned from a corporate sales career into a thriving business consultant in the medical aesthetics field.
  • Highlighting the importance of resilience, Terri reflects on overcoming industry challenges and adapting to the pandemic by launching SaaS solutions.
  • Terri Ross Consulting underscores the importance of training and operational efficiency, offering tailored services to optimize practice performance.
  • Family remains central to Terri's journey, as she balances parenting with her professional endeavors, inspiring her daughter in the process.

Notable Quotes:

  • "You have to bet on yourself, and I'm going to bet on me."
  • "I worked harder than everyone else, and I wanted a better life, and I wanted to do it on my own."
  • "It took me six months to get that job. Tenacity, my God, you don't even know."
  • "I never say no, because I'm scrappy, and I always seek opportunities."
  • "My desire to democratize knowledge is the sole purpose, to provide aesthetic professionals insights and strategies."