We have some very exciting news here at Waxi Taxi: we have recently welcomed a new waxing specialist! Our newest employee, Tara Vode, was a long-time client of Waxi Taxi and has now officially joined our team. With an original background in marketing, Tara received her Esthetician’s License from Tricoci University in Chicago. Her training coincided with two of our other specialists, Molly and Analise. She currently offers facials at a salon in Highland, Indiana, but is looking to expand her skill set with waxing, specifically at the Crown Point location.
All About Tara
What was your journey to becoming a waxing specialist? Was there a defining moment that confirmed this was your calling?
“I started my career in sales and marketing, but after almost five years, I realized I wasn’t fulfilled and kept feeling pulled toward esthetics. Once I began my training at Tricoci and started working with clients, I knew I had found my place. The defining moment was seeing the confidence on a client’s face after their service. It made me realize this was about so much more than skincare or waxing; it was about helping women feel good in their own skin.
I had actually been a client of Jeny’s for years, and when I heard about the opportunity, I was very excited to join her team of incredible women!”
Outside of your professional life, what hobbies or interests might surprise your clients to learn about you?
“I love all things art and being creative. I also love spending time outdoors with my husband and our Husky, Myka. Hiking, pickleball, tennis, and disc golf are some of my current favorites!”
What’s a waxing technique or approach you’ve personally developed that you feel is uniquely yours?
“I take pride in creating a calm, reassuring environment. Talking clients through the process, using my attention to detail, and focusing on efficiency while still being gentle. My approach is about blending professionalism with comfort, so clients always feel safe and cared for.”
How would your closest friends describe your personality, and how do those traits benefit you as a waxing specialist?
“They’d probably say I’m honest, kind-hearted, and love to laugh. Those qualities help me connect with clients on a personal level, build trust quickly, and create a lighthearted, comfortable environment, even during services that might feel intimidating at first.”
Client Connections
What’s a common client interaction that always makes your day brighter?
“When a nervous first-time waxing client tells me after their service, ‘That wasn’t nearly as bad as I thought!’ It never gets old because I know they trusted me to make them feel comfortable.”
What’s the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from a challenging client experience?
“Patience is everything. Everyone has different comfort levels, and sometimes the best thing you can do is slow down, explain each step, and give reassurance. That’s when you turn a difficult experience into a trusting relationship.”
How do your personal values influence how you run your business and interact with clients?
“I believe in treating every client with kindness, respect, and honesty. I want my space to feel like a safe haven where clients know they’ll be listened to and taken care of.”
You can book with Tara in Crown Point here.
