Three's a Crowd with Tamara Reid

In this episode of The Conscious Salon, we’re thrilled to be joined by someone who has been walking beside us in business and friendship for many years - Tamara Reid. You might know her from her incredible work as the Head of Partnerships at Timely, her deep involvement in the professional hair and beauty industry, or from her own thriving business journey.

This conversation is a raw and real look into what it actually means to navigate leadership, friendship and ambition as women - especially when you’re balancing it all in a trio. We spoke candidly about the power dynamics that come into play in both business and personal relationships, what can happen when a third energy shifts the flow, and how to honour your own role without feeling diminished by others around you.

We didn’t shy away from the big questions. What happens when you outgrow a partnership? How do you stay in your own lane when comparison creeps in? And what does it truly take to nurture friendships when business gets big, busy and bold?

What we unpacked with Tamara

This chat took us deep into the real challenges and beautiful breakthroughs of working alongside other women. Tamara was so open in sharing how she’s experienced different dynamics in partnerships and collaborations, and what she's learned about maintaining her own identity throughout it all.

We explored how common it is for women to compare themselves to others, especially in three-person relationships, and how that can quickly lead to self-doubt or even withdrawal. At the same time, we spoke about the growth that comes from recognising your triggers and leaning into vulnerability - rather than pulling away or shutting down.

What really struck us was Tamara’s wisdom around energetic capacity. She reminded us how important it is to check in with ourselves about how full our own cups are, and not take responsibility for the emotional states of others when we’re already stretched thin.

Why this conversation matters

As women in leadership, we often take on more than our fair share - whether that’s in emotional labour, people-pleasing, or dimming our light to make others comfortable. This episode is a reminder that it’s okay to take up space, to honour our boundaries, and to do the work required to grow through discomfort.

We left this conversation feeling seen, held, and deeply reflective - and we know it’ll have the same impact on so many of you who are navigating friendship, leadership and self-worth in this season.

Action Steps to Take After Listening

If any part of this episode resonated with you, we invite you to take a moment to reflect on the dynamics in your own relationships - whether personal or professional. Are there places where you’ve felt yourself shrink to make others more comfortable? Are there conversations you’ve been avoiding out of fear of disrupting the flow?

Take some time to journal or voice note your thoughts. What role do you often play in group dynamics? The peacekeeper, the powerhouse, the one who stays quiet? There’s no right or wrong - just an opportunity to get curious.

And if you’re feeling the nudge to have a heart-to-heart with someone close to you, let this episode be the prompt. It’s okay to take the first step toward clearing the air, resetting boundaries, or simply saying, “Hey, this matters to me.”

Key Insights We’re Taking With Us

We were reminded that comparison is often a symptom of disconnection - from ourselves. When we reconnect to our own values, our own journey, and our own truth, it becomes easier

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This podcast has been produced and edited by Snappystreet Creative