As hairdressers, we juggle managing client expectations, staying on top of trends, and the physical and emotional toll it takes on our bodies. Breathwork isn't just for yogis or meditation gurus; it's a powerful practice that anyone can integrate into their daily routine, no matter how hectic life gets.

Joining us is Jake Putan, a barber and educator specialising in teaching breathwork to barbers, salon owners and hairdressers. Jake will share how these techniques can help you step back from the chaos, maintain a healthy mind and body, and thrive in our demanding industry. Get ready to discover a transformative practice that could change how you approach your work and well-being.

Breathwork, also known as conscious breathing, has roots in several indigenous cultures and is a powerful tool for stress relief. But what exactly is stress, and how can breathwork help alleviate it?

In the fast-paced world of hairdressers, barbers, and salon owners, the constant influx of messages and clients demanding instant replies can take a toll on mental and physical well-being. Given the hectic schedules and physical demands of working in a salon or barbershop, incorporating simple breathwork techniques into your daily routine can make a world of difference.

Listen to episode 180 of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast to learn more.

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Box Dyes? Yay or Nay? Where do you sit on this topic? Are you angry or annoyed when a client has been colouring their own hair with box dye? Or do you operate a judgement free zone in your salon for DIY’ers?

How do you respond when a client asks you if they can just touch it up themselves between salon visits? Do you have solutions for clients that need to push their appointments out further due to the cost of living crisis? 

Box dyes have seen a resurgence lately due to their affordability and accessibility. With rising expenses, many individuals are opting for cost-effective solutions to maintain their hair. As salon professionals, it's important to understand why clients choose box dye and how we can support them in achieving their desired results without judgment.

Listen to episode 179 to learn how to guide your clients through DIY colour decisions and ultimately, how to remove box dye in the salon.

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In the ever-evolving landscape of hair colour, where trends shift like the seasons, innovation is key. Among the latest advancements, one technology stands out: ChatGPT.

Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, ChatGPT offers a revolutionary approach to generating basic hair colour formulas.

Wondering if Chat GPT can help you formulate haircolour? In this episode, we answer that question.

We'll be talking about this groundbreaking tool, we'll explore its benefits for newcomers to the industry, its limitations, and the indispensable role of expert guidance in mastering the art of hair colouring.

Chat GPT is a free app on your mobile device or desktop computer. If you’re an emerging colourist or hairdresser seeking inspiration for formulas, I’ve got a few ideas to help you get started with Chat GPT, including 5 scripts you can steal to use as your own.

Don't worry! Robots can not replace us Hairdressers as you'll find out when you listen to this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Stylists and Salon Owners.

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US Colorist + Brand-Free Educator Elaine Travis teaches hairdressers how to formulate fearlessly using her signature formula, aptly named “The Universal Law of Lift”. Have you ever mixed up colour and then get stuck on how it went wrong? Knowing the colour is only half the equation. Listen to learn the most interesting hair colour formula you'll ever learn! Literally, mind-blowing stuff!

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, we’re talking about fearless formulations and online education, and why 2021 is a great time to immerse yourself in supportive online communities to achieve your educational goals.

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Richard Kavanagh is a seasoned award-winning Session Stylist. He has worked on hundreds of shows, shoots, campaigns & education events across the globe. If you would love to be styling hair backstage at Fashion Week, on photo shoots or start entering photographic competitions, but have no experience or get overwhelmed with what strategy to take, this is the podcast for you!
Richard shares his secrets to help Hairdressers enter the world of session styling with knowing it's more than just doing hair.

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Weddings, debutantes, high school formals, birthdays, performances, engagements, or just a fun night out could all be considered as a special occasion.

In this episode, I am talking with Long Hair Styling Expert + Educator Lorna Evans about special occasion hair colour and styling and why you need a different approach to classic colours and blow-dry techniques. We dive deep into technique, tools, hairline considerations, online education and how to market yourself to attract and build a loyal happy clientele.

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In this episode, we’re talking about Express Colour Correction Strategies and what to do when unexpected outcomes or whoopsies happen in the salon. Let me help you fix those unexpected outcomes with creative solutions! 

In the world of hair colouring, corrections can be express if it’s just a quick technique needing a minor adjustment or perhaps you view something at the basin area as you remove a colour & realise it needs a little extra finesse or brightness or customization.

Listen to this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast to learn my 3 favourite fixes for quick corrections that are common in every salon.

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Social Media has frequently been changing and all the updates can be difficult to navigate without the right support from a coach or education. In this episode, we’re talking about Instagram Video Strategy and why you need one.

We are talking with the Founder of Melbourne Hair Blogger and Social Salon School, Nicole Healy. She has been in the Hair Industry for over 19 years and now specialises in Coaching Hairdressers on Social Media Strategies, and she is excited to share her knowledge with you.

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Balayage is a technique to is adaptable to blondes, brunettes, Brondes and redheads. Anyone that wants natural sunkissed haircolour is the ideal client to try subtle freehand techniques. 

I’ll be sharing with you in this podcast strategies for toning red hair and copper clients that request to go lighter because I want you to understand that it’s the complete opposite of everything you have been taught about zone toning for blondes and brunette hair.

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Did you know there are actually 3 options (not just 2) for choosing a hair colour to suit a clients complexion? There’s COOL or WARM or BRIGHT. It's important to know the rules like a pro, so you know how to break them like an Artist!

The 2 most common questions that clients ask me is whether they suit a warm or cool colour, or if their skin is warm or cool.

Wondering what’s the difference between warm and cool tones when hair painting for redheads? In this episode, we answer that question. 

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This episode is something different to the norm for my Colour Kristina Talks Podcast show. It’s going to be an expiring episode that can only be listened to for a short time before I remove it from the airwaves. 

If you'd like to learn how to Paint Reds and Copper Hair Colour without HOT ROOTS and Banding, you’re in luck Colour Lover! Listen to this podcast before it expires for your exclusive invitation to JOIN ME LIVE ONLINE for a free webinar and/or a 3-day Facebook challenge.

You must register for these events online. I would love to see you at these events & to help you learn more about the niche areas of hair painting reds and copper hair colour. 

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Wondering how to avoid the 3 biggest mistakes when painting reds or coppers? In this episode, we answer that question.

Hair Painting for Redheads has allowed me to quickly scale and change the direction of my salon business. This niche area of hair colouring can be challenging for all Hairdressers. I want you to experience the same success in your salon by understanding the principles for hair painting natural reds, coppers and fashion requests without miscalculations and making mistakes.

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Wondering if your self-belief is holding you back from a successful career as a hairdresser? Or perhaps you've been wanting to start earning more money and explore the concept of hourly pricing. In this episode, we answer both of those questions.

I'll be talking with Samantha Lacoste, hairstylist, salon owner and the host of the Secret Life of A Hairstylist podcast. She helps hairstylists grow their businesses, stay inspired and find that place to start with her role as an Educator.

We are both passionate about sharing our secrets for success to help our listeners elevate their craft whilst scaling their biz. 

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As a hairdresser, I understand there's a lot of misleading or contradictory information about hair colour formulations. It's time to stop sacrificing brightness and tone with fashion colours for grey coverage and vice versa.

It's also time to stop making every Blonde client who requests to return to their natural brunette shade a reddish brown or accidentally green. 

Gold is much better suited as a Filler when transforming a Blonde to Brown than Red.

There are both warm and cool golds in every colour brand.

Cool Golds or Iridescent Violet-based Golds are better for filling light hair on a client who wants to be darker and cooler or natural results. In contrast, gold or orange-yellow golds are better for filling blonde hair to warm natural results, including copper or red.

Grey Coverage fashion colours should not contain any gold. You need to add Natural into your grey coverage fashion colours. Trust me. It works with every brand. 

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks podcast, I discuss examples of salon scenarios where gold is your best choice, and why you need to leave it out of your grey coverage client formulas.

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Full show notes with important links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/168

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The word niche is talked about a lot in our industry and it’s something that many hairdressers, podcasts, educators, and business coaches are suggesting for hairdressers to focus on in a COVID (lockdown) recovery or simply to scale their business in a direction that you love. It is OK to niche down to do what you are good at and what you love and stop doing everything else.

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, I am talking with mixed-mode salon owner Chelsea De Main about finding your unique sense of style and why you need to niche down to grow a salon business you’ll love.

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Do you have clients that are dying to be platinum blonde? In this episode, we’ll be talking about the do’s and don’t of scalp bleaching and why you need to understand the theory behind this before you try to paint your next client platinum. I am chatting with Belinda Keeley, the Onscalp Bleach and Colour Queen in Melbourne Australia.

Listen to learn the fundamentals of scalp bleaching, product and tool selection, plus everything you need to consider before your next scalp bleach request at your salon.

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In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks podcast, I share my reasons for raising all my prices by 8% and the exact steps I took to take my salon business from surviving to thrive mode. Listen to learn how increasing your prices can help your salon business scale towards higher profit margins.

We dive deep into these 3 tips for raising your salon prices:

1. Raise the prices of your most commonly requested services
2. Reduce your expenses on products and stock levels
3. Bundle services into packages to maximise revenue

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In this episode, we’re talking about social media strategy with the inclusions of social media curation and why you need to mix it up for better engagement. Session stylist Jason Crozier is a highly experienced Session Stylist. He is also the founder of Croz Nest Creative Agency. They specialise in collaborating with brands, individuals, and businesses who rely on fashion and hair focussed content. He is helping Hairdressers and Salon Owners with curated content for their social media to boost engagement.

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The only way to truly understand what your client wants is to ask questions, right? But that’s no use if you are not actually listening. Hairdressers are not mindreaders. Neither are our clients when we don’t fully explain what we are doing.

In this episode, I’ll be talking about why we hairdressers need to stop talking and listen more. So if you want to learn how to understand what your clients really want, this is the podcast for you!

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Not everyone has a positive voice in their life and Belinda Hillman has set out on a mission to help others to let go of self-limiting beliefs and to never give up on their goals.

Belinda Hillman is an award-winning hair and beauty salon owner and creator and founder of Belinda mindset hair and beauty motivational training cards. They are an innovation in education and motivation. Her goal is to introduce mindset to every hair and Beauty apprentice In the UK and beyond.

In this episode, we’re talking about mindset training strategy for apprentices and why our industry needs this.

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Wondering if you can use direct dyes for filling hair when taking hair darker? In this episode, we answer that question.

I’ll be talking about how to use direct dyes for filling hair. This is an advanced concept with an easy to understand the theory behind it, so regardless of your level of experience I believe this knowledge is integral to help you become a Hair Painter that slays and it’s an approach that you need when you have a client sitting in your chair with damaged or sensitive hair. 

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In this episode, we’re talking about the science behind hair colour decisions and why you should revise your haircolor strategies if you are not getting consistent and predictable colour results for every client in your salon. Kelly Furnival shares why understanding the fundamentals of hair colour and knowing the colour wheel is so important for success as a Hairdresser.

Key topics discussed in this podcast:

1. White Hair Coverage
2. Long Regrowth
3. Business Tips for busy Hairdressers
4. Colour Wheel Fundamental knowledge
5. Plus how to neutralise tones with hair colour

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What is Visual Branding? Do you look at your salon website or social media channels and wish you knew how to give it a "glow up"?  It's time to take your salon biz to the next level with branding, graphic design and social media posts to attract your dream clientele. 

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, I'll be talking with Sarah Garner (the powerhouse CEO of Digital Bloom) about branding, graphic design, and strategic makeovers. Plus how you can achieve professional designs yourself using her fave program Canva. Rebrand time? Let's bloom baby! 

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Do you struggle with hair colour correction consultations and knowing what to quote for large jobs? It’s difficult to know how to quote for profit when taking on large jobs. 

Learn my exact approach for colour correction consultations and quoting for profit in this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast.

The key themes discussed in this podcast episode are:

1.  Consultation is key! Colour Correction Consultations are best done prior to committing to a booking allocation.

2. There are some clients and situations to avoid when you see red flags with colour correction requests (learn how to avoid unreasonable clients with unrealistic expectations)

3. There are 3 options for charging clients for colour corrections are - hourly, packages, and quote for each technique. We discuss the pros and cons of each scenario.

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Wondering why your client's hair turns green or red when you dye it several shades darker? In this episode, we answer that question. 

You need to fill your client's hair if you are going 2 or more levels darker. That is a colour principle that you need to memorise. Any brand. Any salon.

Let me break it down for you:

• If you are only going one shade darker - no filling is required. 

• If you are going 3-4 levels darker - you need to fill 2-3 shades darker. This is a double-process colour service.

• If you’re changing a client more than 4 levels darker,  you will probably need to do a few layers of colour, including a filler, then a colour, and a final glaze or toner.
  
  

There are 3 methods that you can use for filling hair:

1. You can fill the hair with a semi-permanent colour or toning shampoo if it’s highly sensitised or damaged.

2. You can apply a tint or oxidate colour onto the hair and then comb it off and paint your 2nd layer over it.

3. You can also fill hair before dying it darker with semi or demi-permanent colours. This is the most predictable, but not always the best solution for every hair type.
   
   In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers, we're talking about filling with a demi-permanent for ashy cool, warm and natural results. So if you always end up with an unwanted red tinge to your client's hair or a drab murky green, this is for you!
   
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It is so important that Hairdressers name colours something unique and on-brand for your salon clientele. Get descriptive with colours that sound enticing, beautiful and irresistible to take your consultations to the next level.

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, we’re talking about the importance of naming hair colours to sound appealing and unique to clients, especially when we are suggesting change for them. And let’s face it there are a lot more ways to describe Brown than just Chocolate.

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We’re talking about how to get 100% grey coverage when hair-painting natural Redheads or Fashion Colours. Grey coverage can be challenging when you still want brightness or vibrance for your colourful salon clients. So often hairdressers sacrifice the tone to get the coverage or vice versa. If you’ve been struggling with inconsistent colours for your grey-haired Fashionista clients, then this is the Colour Kristina Talks podcast for you!

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We’re talking about how to avoid HOT ROOTS with on scalp global colour and what to do to avoid this problem plus how to fix it when it does happen. Hot or glowing root colour is usually caused by miscalculations in the formula painted on when using a permanent dye to go lighter or brighter.

It’s one of the most common mistakes I see Hairdressers making at all levels of experience.

This episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast shares the WHAT + WHY + HOW to FIX for Blondes, Brunettes and Redheads.

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Do you struggle with Balayage? Dodgy blends? Splotches? Do you worry about how to turn your client's inspo pictures into a technique and placement?  If you are a Hairdresser that answered "YESSSS" to one or all of these questions, you're not alone! 
The trouble with Balayage is nobody teaches hairdressers the blueprint so that they are clear on how to go about it. 

You don't have to struggle with B-A-L-A-Y-A-G-E anymore! Because UK Educator 'Colour Me Sophie B' teaches Stylists trouble-shooting theory and practical techniques that are adaptable for every client request.

In this episode, we’re talking about the trouble with Balayage and why you need a "work smarter not harder" business strategy as a Hairdresser or Salon Owner. Get ready to be tickled pink!

Sophie's sassy colour language and enthusiasm for haircolour education had us both in laughter throughout the conversation. If you're looking to learn whilst having fun, this is definitely the podcast for you!

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Would you like to learn the exact process that I follow to create beautiful "natural-looking" Coppers for my salon clients? Well, you're in luck! In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers, you'll learn my methods for creating classic orange-based coppers with a 5-6-7-8 levelling system that works with every single colour brand.

Level 7 is the only choice when it comes to Hair Painting Coppers when mixed with the only peroxide choice you'll ever need to learn. Listen to learn my secrets for formulation success using the colour brand you already know and love! 

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Let’s face it, most of our clients are normal people with little or no modelling experience. But as Hairdressers we expect them to showcase our incredible hair and sizzle in front of the camera when we ask to photograph them for our Instagram.

In this episode, Mia De Vries, Salon Owner and Creator of the Secret Fox online education shares her insider tips to help your clients get comfortable with that scroll stopping Instagram pose you are longing them to know how to do, plus how to stay inspired with online education and more!

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Base Breakers can be painted on so many clients, both in colour correction services and after classic blonde foil highlights or balayage to specific zones, or applied as a global colour on wet hair. In this Hairdresser podcast, we’re talking about Base Breakers aka "Bumping the Base" and "Lightening Toners". You probably already rate them or hate them & I want you to revisit this haircolour tool with new eyes. It’s time to pull up to the bumper baby, and fall in love with tint toners that lift! 

 

Dive deep into the 3 biggest benefits of using Base Breakers:

1. They are F-A-S-T !!
2. When used correctly they can lift natural and some permanent colours without banding
3. They can permanently brighten dull Blondes, Brunettes and Redheads (both natural and coloured heads of hair)

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Wondering if listening to the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast is for you? Show Host, Kristina Russell shares an overview of how listening to this podcast will help you scale your salon business and paint every hair colour request with artistic finesse.

The Colour Kristina Talks Podcast shares practical industry advice for colour loving hairdressers wanting to grow their confidence with all things colour, consultation, personal branding, creating your niche clientele, social media and biz tips, plus how to stay inspired and more.

Love what you hear? Tell you hair besties about the show, and click subscribe. Enjoy colour lovers! 

It's so important to understand the business side of hair colour as opposed to just techniques so that you can operate as a Salon Professional Hairdresser who knows how to maximise their day within the boundaries of what is physically possible.

This includes maximising revenue and sales, rebookings and revisits. I am going to share with you my exact process around decision making from a consultation based on the time available on the clock. 

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, we’re talking about technique timing strategy and why you need one.

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Wondering if changing your lowlight formulas can help to customise your clients hair colour?  In this episode, we answer that question. Low-lighting has been around for as long as Foil Highlighting, and when correctly formulated Lowlights can fill the hair and deposit depth in one step with incredible longevity.

And the best news is there's only 3 Lowlights you will ever need to know!

1. The Classic Lowlight - reintroduce depth and dimension
2. The Cool Down Lowlight - works best on orange/brassy hair
3. The Grey Coverage Lowlight - for contemporary coverage

Listen to learn successful methods for painting Lowlights with formulas that are transferrable for every brand.

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I’m spilling the tea on Hairdresser Facebook Group Formula Requests, and why they’re a recipe for disaster! I am freaked out by the epidemic of stylists asking strangers on the internet for help. The questions, the comments, and the misguided answers all make me so nervous I break out in hives just thinking about it.

Here’s the thing: 90% of all Hairdressers will give a Redhead Hot Roots. 2/3 of those stylists believe the only way that you can mix and formulate a beautiful Redhead is by using a particular colour brand, but your salon doesn’t stock them.

So you feel that you won’t be able to do it because someone told you the colours you stock in the salon can’t create beautiful Red & Copper formulas.

Sound relatable?

Here’s the tea: if you want to avoid messing up Reds, you have to learn how to combine Creative Colour Theory with Science. But most people end up just guessing formulas or blaming the brand they use and – shocker! — it doesn’t work!

 

Listen to podcast episode 166 as we dive deep into the drama-filled world of Facebook Hairdressing group No-No's

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Full show notes and all the important links mentioned can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/166

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Link to my online hair colour academy programs https://kristinarussell.com.au/courses/

 

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Wondering if haircolour formulas are the secrets for success as a colourist ? Let's answer that question. Haircolor Formulas are your intellectual property as a Hairdresser. Recipes with mixing ratios are important to record for every client at every visit to ensure we can maintain or change colours as needed. Formulas are not just recipes though! There’s a lot more things to factor into a formula than a simple recipe, which is why it's so important to understand how to formulate before painting hair.

The 4 key themes discussed in this podcast are;

1. Haircolour Formulas are NOT the same as recipes
2. Beware of reading formulas on Instagram & copying them without understanding the why
3. Tips to make money from new client requests in the DM's using video call technology
4. A recipe for success is to always weigh and measure colours

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What a challenging year 2020 has been! This is the final podcast for the year. In this episode, we’ll be talking about how to debrief your day or year or an event. So if you don’t have a strategy to know how to celebrate the wins and objectively acknowledge what needs to improve then this is the podcast for you!

4 key themes I'll be talking about;

1. Learn how to celebrate the wins + objectively acknowledge opportunities for improvement
2. Need help in your biz? Well you're in luck, because I share my inner network and creative team members details that help me with my branding, socials, online coaching and other support that could help you scale your biz. Feel welcome to reach out to them to help you too. They are all amazing!
3. Gratitude
4. I'll also be talking about my favourite podcasts I am listening to learn from or be entertained by

Thank you everyone for your support. I am sending you all a big virtual hug and gratitude for listening to the Colour Kristina Talks podcast. I truly hope these podcasts have helped you to feel connected, supported and inspired. Bye for now! I will be returning early 2021 with Season 2 of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast :) 

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Kris Sorbie is the original Creator of Ombré. Her diverse background as an Art Director, Colour Innovator, Educator, Business Consultant, Video Producer and Director, gives her the unique ability to integrate technology, innovative trends and fashion-forward artistry to the forefront of the salon industry, whilst simultaneously working on numerous shows, seminars and global humanitarian projects.

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, we’ll be talking about colour, being inspired, how to find the right mentor and what colour is success. Today’s guest has achieved star status in the hairdressing industry and is one of the most sought after influential colour educators in the hairdressing industry today….. Get excited listeners!! Episode 46 is in conversation with Kris Sorbie. 

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Ten months. 

The first Haircolourist to launch a weekly podcast for Hairdressers.

20,000 podcast downloads.  

2020/21 Educator of the Year Award - Australian Hair Industry Finalist

Five star reviews. 45 episodes. 2,300+ downloads per month.

In this episode, I share how I built my audience from scratch in the new medium of podcasting PLUS on my NEW Instagram for podcast lovers. Learn my exact processes to grow an engaged audience on your socials and attract/nurture your dream clients.

3 key themes discussed;

1. Consistency with posting, marketing and brand identity
2. Genuine engagement
3. Learning from your mistakes (or Mistakes R O K!!) 

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Wondering if setting up an Instagram shop is for you? In this podcast episode, we answer that question and dive deep into the importance of growing an engaged audience.

We'll be talking about how anyone, no matter how big or small their account … can make money through instagram. No more chasing the 10,000 follower number!

Vivienne Johns has discovered the joys of Instagram shopping, and shares her exact steps that she has used successfully in her own salon, including how to use insta shopping tags. We also discuss the importance of growing an engaged audience as opposed to counting follower number growth, and just like in every Colour Kristina Talks podcast there's bound to be a little fun and a lot of learning tools that you can implement immediately to scale your biz.

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It's giveaway time! I have made some freebies for you. Lots of them in fact. In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, I’ll be sharing how to access my podcast freebies and why you need to jump on my website to access all the fabulous learning resources designed to help you scale your biz.

So many gifts are ready and waiting for you. Several of my special guests have created ebooks and downloadable workbooks, plus I have created an extensive library of free digital resources for you to download and start using in your training sessions at the salon or as your own personal resource library.  

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WANT TO LEARN HOW TO HAIR PAINT FOR REDHEADS? Free ebook for download https://kristinarussell.com.au/hair-painting-for-redheads-ebook/

Wondering how to avoid burnout as a Hairdresser working in the salon? In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, we answer that question.

Hayley Jepson aka 'The Resilient Hairdresser' empowers hairdressers to avoid burnout and know how to thrive. She has a background in hairdressing & psychotherapy. And currently she  is working behind the salon chair again PLUS she’s about to launch her very first online course to help hairdressers raise their mood and boost their self esteem.  

2020 is certainly a year unlike any other. Emotionally and physically hairdressers' lives have become more difficult to navigate. It takes a lot more energy to work in PPE than without it... and add on top of that a couple of other stresses or responsibilities and you can see why a lot of us are feeling worn out. 

If you’re ready to learn how to take care of yourself, we’ve got you covered. Listen to learn more about becoming a resilient Hairdresser. 

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This SPECIAL EPISODE is a guest interview with me chatting on the Salon Owners Collective Podcast. I spoke about consultation methods for colour journeys & we discussed how relevant this could be to share with my listeners. If you want to learn more about converting new enquiries into happy clients plus how to approach complex colour correction quoting, make sure you check it out!  So this week for the first time ever I will be sharing 2 podcast episodes in one week to celebrate an important milestone... The Colour Kristina Talks Podcast has reached 40+ episodes with more than 15,000 downloads in just 10 months since I launched in early 2020. Thank you for all your support. Here's a special BONUS EPISODE to say thanks x K

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Clients want to know, like and trust you. They need to know your areas of expertise and price range before they do business with you. In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, I am chatting with the CEO of Salon Owners Collective Larissa Macleman about how to price your salon services.

Key themes discussed in episode 40 are;

• Learn how-to price your salon services
• Discover what you need to know before creating a price list
• Learn why you need a price list & how to create one
• Learn how to effectively have a price increase 
• Plus we discuss how to avoid discounting and how to stick to your prices with clarity and confidence

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Do you struggle to formulate without touching a colour chart?  Hairdressers need to stop relying on your colour chart, and trust that you are the Artist. Be a Colour Artist and Not a Colour Chartist!

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast - I share my 6 steps for successful colour formulation and technique decision making for salon professional hair colour services. And yes, you guessed it... none of these steps include stroking the hair swatches in a colour chart or showing your clients the chart.

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WANT TO LEARN HOW TO HAIR PAINT FOR REDHEADS? Free ebook for download https://kristinarussell.com.au/hair-painting-for-redheads-ebook/

In this episode, we're not just unravelling the mysteries of forecasting hair and haircolour trends – we're diving headfirst into my little black book of curated online resources. These aren't just any resources; they're the secret gems I turn to when I need a crystal ball into the future of hair fashion.

Picture this: it's a bustling salon day, and your clients are eagerly awaiting your expert touch. But how do you ensure you're not just keeping up, but setting the pace with the hottest hair trends? Ah, that's where the magic begins.

Staying inspired and predicting trends isn't just about following the latest Instagram posts or flipping through glossy magazines. It's about having your finger on the pulse of the industry, tapping into the whispers of innovation, and yes, even spilling a little tea along the way.

I'm beyond thrilled to spill my secrets with you in this podcast. Together, we'll unlock the vault of curated fashion and hair trend sources, each page brimming with inspiration and anticipation.

 But wait there’s more! I’m also sharing some easy-peasy strategies for sprinkling those trends across your social media platforms, enticing your clients to book those oh-so-customized colour appointments with you.

I have a list of curation trend website links and resources on my podcast blog for you to (easily) steal my strategies to become a trendsetting fashion forecaster. This list helps you have a crystal clear vision of what’s trending before your competitors do.

Listen to Episode 165 of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdresers and Salon Owners to learn how to forecast hair trends your salon clients will love! 

 

All the important links are shared below 👇
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Full show notes and trend curation links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/165

Steal my 3 Top Trending formulas for Redheads. Get the free guide now https://www.kristinarussell.online/stealmyformulas

 

Link to my online hair colour academy programs https://kristinarussell.com.au/courses/

 

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Whether you're considering a career in the hair industry, a trainee hairdresser, highly skilled hairstylist, ambitious barber or a salon owner and want to discover education resources to help you succeed, this will be the ultimate podcast interview for you!

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, I am talking with Dom Lehane about his podcast How to Cut it! and brand new Hair TV Show, plus loads of tips to keep you feeling inspired about the hair industry!

No matter where you’re based or level of experience, Dom Lehane promises to help How to Cut it! listeners to open all the opportunities and careers pathways out there to help build your hairdressing and barbering careers. Our chat pivots around podcasting and springs into many more fun topics to help you feel connected and learn better in the digital age.

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Have you ever wanted a long-lasting pastel hair colour option for your salon clients? Or perhaps you need to know which pastels are faster to fade because your client is seeking something temporary?
I'll be chatting with you about Pastel Hair Color Tips and Tricks. So if you have been wondering how to paint pastels with confidence, this episode is for you!  I am a certified Unicorn Artist and Rainbow Mixologist sharing my unique approach to help you paint and know why for every creative colour request, whilst working behind the salon chair.

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In this episode, we're talking about Unicorn Hair and how to deliver Vibrant Vivid's for colourful clients. If you would love more confidence painting direct dyes, this is the podcast for you!

Mykey O’Halloran aka on insta as @unicorn_manes_bymykey is an Educator and Ambassador for Manic Panic & is a fellow Australian hairdresser who lives and breathes colour. 

• Learn what level & undertone is needed for each vivid colour of the rainbow (not all colours need a white base)
• Learn how to achieve Rainbow hair
• Learn how to create mermaid hair and opal iridescent colours in hair
• Learn more about unicorn hair application, client consultations and how to best prepare hair for these services
• Test strands - we chat why they are essential before bleaching client hair
• Plus so much more is shared in this incredible interview

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