The Hair Game – Details, episodes & analysis

Salon Sales & Wellness Educator @BenjiPow helps salon owners with their communication skills and sales confidence. We discuss the importance of technical skills vs. people skills, various aspects of salon management, and the difference between coaching and mentoring. Benji also shares insights on overcoming limiting beliefs and the importance of aligning values within a salon team to foster a positive work environment. 

This Week's Topics:

• The Importance of People Skills in Retention
• Building Relationships with Clients
• Understanding Client Retention Metrics
• The Balance of Technical and People Skills
• Navigating Difficult Conversations
• Self-Reflection and Accountability
• The Role of Humility in Client Relationships
• The Role of Coaching vs. Mentorship
• The Impact of Negativity
• Managing a Salon Team
• Value Alignment in Hiring
• Avoiding the Peter Principle
• Salonwell: Coaching and Training

Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

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Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success.

Thanks in advance!

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These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

Salon Sales & Wellness Educator @BenjiPow helps salon owners with their communication skills and sales confidence. We discuss the importance of technical skills vs. people skills, various aspects of salon management, and the difference between coaching and mentoring. Benji also shares insights on overcoming limiting beliefs and the importance of aligning values within a salon team to foster a positive work environment. 

This Week's Topics:

• The Importance of People Skills in Retention
• Building Relationships with Clients
• Understanding Client Retention Metrics
• The Balance of Technical and People Skills
• Navigating Difficult Conversations
• Self-Reflection and Accountability
• The Role of Humility in Client Relationships
• The Role of Coaching vs. Mentorship
• The Impact of Negativity
• Managing a Salon Team
• Value Alignment in Hiring
• Avoiding the Peter Principle
• Salonwell: Coaching and Training

Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success.

Thanks in advance!

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http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

@sarahzstylz never imagined being an educator, but after teaching her first class she was so fullfilled she made it a permanent part of her career. Through the BTC team, she has also been able to create additional revenue opportunites behind the chair. 

We discuss the evolution of hair education and how she navigates multiple income streams. Sarah also opens up about living with multiple sclerosis and how it has shaped her career. 

This Week's Topics:

• Journey into Hairdressing
• Finding the Right Fit in the Industry
• Transitioning to Education
• The BTC Team and Influencer Opportunities
• Living with MS and Career Adaptations
• Finding New Clients in the Digital Age
• The Role of Instagram and Google in Client Discovery
• Understanding SEO and Its Importance for Stylists
• Current Trends in Client Preferences
• The Importance of Self-Care for Stylists
• Navigating Difficult Conversations with Clients
• Valuing the Stylist's Role in the Industry

Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success.

Thanks in advance!

FOLLOW US

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

Indie Educator of the Year & Ambassador @irapopesage was labeled a 'bad boy' in his youth - he shares his journey to becoming a successful platform artist in the hair industry.

We discuss the challenges he faced, including imposter syndrome and vulnerability while performing on stage. Ira emphasizes the importance of developing unique techniques and the need to address fear within the industry.

This Week's Topics: 

• Early Hairdressing Journey • Cosmetology School Experience • Transition to Professional Hairdressing • Moving to Las Vegas and Early Challenges • The Journey to Becoming a Platform Artist • Facing Vulnerability on Stage • Imposter Syndrome in the Hair Industry • Developing Unique Techniques • Addressing Fear in the Industry   Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

FOLLOW US

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http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

@jennapuzziohair, CEO & Founder of FillYourBooks.com, moved to a new city and had to fill her books FAST. We discuss the big challenges indie hairdressers face and what strategies you can use to keep your books full. 

This Week's Topics:

• Moving to Utah and Starting Fresh • Building a Business in the Beauty Industry • Challenges Faced by Independent Hairdressers • The Importance of Tracking and Reporting • Rebooking and Client Retention Strategies • Personal Touch vs. Automation in Client Communication • Mindset Shifts: Overcoming Fear in Business • Understanding Client Behavior and Trends • Marketing Strategies: Attention, Connection, Retention   Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

FOLLOW US

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

@jennapuzziohair, CEO & Founder of FillYourBooks.com, moved to a new city and had to fill her books FAST. We discuss the big challenges indie hairdressers face and what strategies you can use to keep your books full. 

This Week's Topics:

• Moving to Utah and Starting Fresh • Building a Business in the Beauty Industry • Challenges Faced by Independent Hairdressers • The Importance of Tracking and Reporting • Rebooking and Client Retention Strategies • Personal Touch vs. Automation in Client Communication • Mindset Shifts: Overcoming Fear in Business • Understanding Client Behavior and Trends • Marketing Strategies: Attention, Connection, Retention   Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

FOLLOW US

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http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

Multiple award-winning hairstylist @trishdoolhairdresser shares her creative process and the evolution of her artistic ideas. She reflects on her early inspirations, the impact of her mentor, and how her background in graphic design influences her work. We also discuss the balance between salon work and creative projects as a full-time behind the chair haidresser.

This Week's Topics:

• Influences and Inspirations in Hairdressing • Creative Process and Evolution of Ideas • Creative Inspirations and Challenges • The Art of Headpieces • Balancing Salon Work and Creative Projects • Client Relationships Post-COVID • Hair Horror Stories and Lessons Learned • Wishes for the Industry's Future   Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

FOLLOW US

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

Multiple award-winning hairstylist @trishdoolhairdresser shares her creative process and the evolution of her artistic ideas. She reflects on her early inspirations, the impact of her mentor, and how her background in graphic design influences her work. We also discuss the balance between salon work and creative projects as a full-time behind the chair haidresser.

This Week's Topics:

• Influences and Inspirations in Hairdressing • Creative Process and Evolution of Ideas • Creative Inspirations and Challenges • The Art of Headpieces • Balancing Salon Work and Creative Projects • Client Relationships Post-COVID • Hair Horror Stories and Lessons Learned • Wishes for the Industry's Future   Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

FOLLOW US

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http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

Texture Educator and @texturevsrace artist @kingdomofcurls_ developed his program to highlight the unique aspects of textured hair that can help hairdressers quickly understand how to approach a service. Dominique also emphasizes the need for authenticity in the beauty industry and reflects on the emotional aspects of hairdressing.

This Week's Topics:

• Career Journey and Transition to Education
• The Importance of Texture in Hairdressing
• Establishing Boundaries with Clients
• Navigating Client Relationships
• Education and Empowerment in the Industry
• Challenges and Conversations with Clients
• Industry Changes and Future Aspirations

Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

FOLLOW US

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

Texture Educator and @texturevsrace artist @kingdomofcurls_ developed his program to highlight the unique aspects of textured hair that can help hairdressers quickly understand how to approach a service. Dominique also emphasizes the need for authenticity in the beauty industry and reflects on the emotional aspects of hairdressing.

This Week's Topics:

• Career Journey and Transition to Education
• The Importance of Texture in Hairdressing
• Establishing Boundaries with Clients
• Navigating Client Relationships
• Education and Empowerment in the Industry
• Challenges and Conversations with Clients
• Industry Changes and Future Aspirations

Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' 

- Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! 

- Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most!

Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

FOLLOW US

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor