No Filter Needed: Jillian Belanger

03/04/25 • 51 min

In this episode of Minding Her Business, we chat with Jillian Belanger, owner of SKN Clinic, one of London’s top medical spas and the city’s only acne treatment clinic. Jillian has built her business by doing things differently—treating acne from the inside out, addressing the root causes, and transforming the way people think about skin health.

Jillian shares her journey from working in the beauty industry to becoming an acne specialist, the challenges of standing out in a crowded market, and how she scaled her business while staying true to her holistic approach. She dives into the biggest misconceptions about acne, the unexpected factors that can trigger breakouts, and how she balances running multiple businesses with motherhood.

From the power of manifestation to navigating business relationships and overcoming the fear of failure, this conversation is packed with real talk, business insights, and game-changing advice for anyone looking to build a brand—no filters, just facts.

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Love of the Game: Chris Playfair

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For this special Valentine’s edition of Minding Her Business, we’re switching things up with Minding HIS Business! In this episode, I sit down with my boyfriend, Chris, to dive into his journey as a student-athlete, entrepreneur, and founder of Prolific Hockey.

Chris spent four years playing in the OHL, balancing the intense demands of hockey while also preparing for life beyond the game. Now, as a business owner and student, he’s building something bigger—helping the next generation of athletes develop their skills on and off the ice.

We get into the realities of being a young entrepreneur, the lessons he’s learned from hockey that apply to business, and of course, what it’s like dating someone who also runs their own business. From navigating busy schedules to supporting each other’s careers, this episode gives a real look at the dynamic between two entrepreneurs figuring it all out together.

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People Over Policies: Anica Peter

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In this episode of Minding Her Business, we chat with Anica Peter, an award-winning HR professional from London, Ontario, who’s on a mission to put the “human” back in Human Resources. From greeting members at GoodLife Fitness to becoming the first-ever HR Manager for the Municipality of Thames Centre, Anica has built her career on empathy, leadership, and authentic connection.

Anica shares her journey into HR, what it meant to be named one of London Inc’s 20 Under 40, and how she tackled the nerves of speaking at Disrupt HR. We dive into the challenges of balancing compassion with tough decisions, the unique aspects of HR in the public sector, and how she prioritizes mental health... for herself and others.

This episode is packed with real conversation and insights for anyone navigating people-first careers or simply looking to lead with heart.

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