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| New Year, New Approach: Your Prices, Your Value, Your Followers | Gina Sicard | @IamGinaBianca | Salon Business Educator | Owner, The Network Salon | 27 Jan 2025 | 00:43:53 | |
Join us as Gina, salon business educator and owner of The Network Salon, shares her insights on pricing, education, and creating exceptional client experiences. This episode dives deep into how hairstylists can align their value with their services and build a sustainable, client-focused career. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Customer Experience Over Social Media: Gina emphasizes focusing on providing exceptional client experiences rather than prioritizing social media clout. 🔅Education Fuels Growth: Investing in continuous education—whether hands-on, online, or through mentorship—helps stylists refine their craft and stay inspired. 🔅Pricing Should Reflect Value: Stylists should base their pricing on demand, experience, and consistent bookings, ensuring that value aligns with the client’s expectations. 🔅Transparency Builds Trust: Discussing pricing and services upfront prevents misunderstandings and enhances client satisfaction. 🔅Adaptability is Key: Gina’s journey from team-based pay to booth rental highlights the importance of adapting business models to align with personal and industry needs. 🔅Focus on Why You’re Here: Remembering that hairstylists serve clients first and foremost can lead to a more fulfilling and successful career. 👉Connect with Gina on Instagram 👉Check out Gina's Salon on Instagram 💡Explore Gina’s programs and resources to elevate your career HERE The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| All Things Tips! Accepting, Claiming, Taxes, & Salon Liability | Ashley Rivera | Sales Specialist + Host of Tippy Talks Podcast | Tippy | 20 Jan 2025 | 00:32:50 | |
Join us for an insightful conversation with Ashley Rivera from Tippy, as we dive into all things tips—claiming, taxes, and salon liability. Learn how proper tip management can build financial stability and set you up for long-term success in the beauty industry. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Claiming Tips Builds Financial Stability: Properly claiming tips provides proof of income, essential for securing loans, mortgages, and unemployment benefits. 🔅Digital Systems Simplify Tipping: Tools like Tippy streamline tip management, creating a transparent and efficient system for salon professionals and clients. 🔅Advocate for Your Worth: Tipping is about more than money—it’s a gesture of gratitude and acknowledgment of exceptional service. 🔅Plan for the Future: Claiming tips ensures contributions to Social Security and retirement plans, safeguarding long-term financial well-being. 🔅Salon Owner Accountability: Owners must track and report tips accurately to avoid potential audits and discrepancies with the IRS. 🔅Education Empowers Decisions: Understanding the pros and cons of claiming tips helps salon professionals make informed choices about their financial practices. 🚨Mention Hairdresser Strong Podcast and get A FREE YEAR of TIPPY - Book a Demo 👉Connect with Ashley on Instagram 👉Check out Tippy on Instagram 👉Check out TippyTalksPodcast 👉Learn how Tippy can help you The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Salon to Suite to Salon Ownership: Success Through Grit and Relationships | Rachel Hall & Wynter DePriest | Co-owners + Stylists, Jovi Salon | 13 Jan 2025 | 00:47:56 | |
Join us as Rachel Hall and Wynter DePriest, co-owners of Jovi Salon, share their inspiring journey from working in a salon, then suite renters to salon owners. In this episode, they discuss building a supportive team culture, navigating the financial realities of ownership, and the resilience it takes to create a thriving salon community. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Navigating Different Salon Models: Rachel and Wynter’s journey from salon stylists to suite renters and eventually salon owners highlights the diverse paths available in the beauty industry. 🔅Building a Supportive Environment: Creating a salon culture that celebrates individuality, fosters collaboration, and supports staff is key to their success. 🔅The Financial Reality of Ownership: Running a salon comes with unexpected costs like payroll taxes, maintenance fees, and amenities, which require careful planning and adaptability. 🔅Resilience Through Challenges: Their story underscores the importance of adaptability, especially when facing sudden changes like relocation or business restructuring. 🔅Community and Diversity Matter: A diverse team and inclusive environment elevate the experience for both clients and stylists, making the salon a welcoming space for all. 🔅Learn and Grow from Mistakes: They stress the value of owning mistakes, learning from them, and maintaining humility and integrity in all aspects of business. 👉Connect with Wynter on Instagram 👉Connect with Rachel on Instagram 👉Follow Jovi Salon on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Separate Yourself from Competition, Master Cashflow, and Understanding Credit | Leo Kanell | Founder | 7 Figures Funding & My Figures | 06 Jan 2025 | 00:41:38 | |
Join us as Leo Kanell, Founder of 7 Figures Funding and My Figures, shares powerful insights on mastering cash flow, leveraging creative financing, and using data-driven strategies to grow your business and stand out from the competition! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Understand Credit to Unlock Funding: Building a strong personal credit profile is essential for securing business financing, especially for new entrepreneurs. 🔅Creative Financing Tools: Strategies like credit card stacking and 0% interest business credit cards provide flexible options for startups. 🔅Maintain a Cash Reserve: Keeping a buffer of cash in your business account offers stability for emergencies and opportunities. 🔅Track Costs and Margins: Analyzing the costs of services and focusing on high-margin offerings helps improve profitability and cash flow. 🔅Set Yourself Apart: Differentiating your services with unique experiences can attract high-value clients and increase revenue. 🔅Data-Driven Decisions: Tracking financial data and forecasting cash flow enables smarter business decisions and long-term success. * This is not financial advice. You should do your own research to ensure you are handling your money as is best for you* 👉Connect with Leo on Instgram 👉Connect with Leo on YouTube - @CashFlowSecrets-MyFigures 👉Learn more about My Figures 👉Download your FREE copy of "The 3 Cash Flow Secrets That Create 7 Figures of Cash Flow In Any Business" which includes a free class - https://www.cashflowsecrets.com/free The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Navigating Success in Hair + Education & Brands with Heart & Passion | Beto Sanchez | Ulta Beauty Design Team Specialist & Elite Stylist | Wella, GHD Brand Educator | 30 Dec 2024 | 00:44:28 | |
From stylist to educator, Beto Sanchez shares his inspiring journey while discussing the importance of mentorship, embracing creativity, and balancing career success with personal well-being. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Structured Apprenticeships Build Confidence: Beto emphasizes the importance of an apprenticeship program to bridge the gap between school and the realities of salon life. 🔅Mentorship Fuels Growth: His journey from stylist to educator shows how mentorship and continued education can shape a successful career. 🔅Clientele Comes from Connection: Personal connections, great service, and word-of-mouth referrals are key to building a loyal client base. 🔅Embrace Gender-Neutral Trends: Beto highlights the growing acceptance of gender-neutral haircuts and colors, reflecting a shift towards individual expression and creativity. 🔅Teach What You Love: Aspiring educators should focus on teaching topics they are passionate about to ensure authentic and impactful education. 🔅Balance Career and Well-Being: Beto stresses the importance of taking time for personal life, mental health, and focusing on projects that truly matter. 👉Connect with Beto on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Serious Business & Real Talk | Debra Neill Baker | Principal + Chief Energy Officer, Neill Corporation | 16 Dec 2024 | 01:02:44 | |
Join us for an inspiring conversation co-hosted with Corey from the Your Day Off Podcast @hairdustry, featuring Deborah Neill Baker, Principal and Chief Energy Officer of Neill Corporation. Together, we dive into redefining leadership, fostering community, and evolving for success in the salon industry. This episode is packed with insights from a 47-year industry veteran and the heart behind the Serious Business conference. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Personal Development Fuels Leadership: Deborah emphasizes that successful salon leadership stems from self-awareness, critical thinking, and continuous personal growth. 🔅Hustle Culture: She advocates redefining hustle culture to focus on sustainable progress and mental well-being, rather than burnout. 🔅Community Drives Success: Events like Serious Business foster collaboration and connection, enabling salon professionals to grow together and share industry insights. 🔅Invest in Yourself First: Deborah highlights the importance of working on oneself to better lead a team and navigate the challenges of salon ownership. 🔅The Evolving Industry Needs Open Minds: Staying adaptable and embracing new ideas, including technology and AI, is essential to thriving in the modern beauty business. 🔅Salon Owners are Leaders First: Owning a salon isn’t just about hairstyling—it’s about leading, mentoring, and creating a culture of trust and growth. 👉Connect with Debra on Instagram 👉Follow Serious Business on Instagram 🗓️Learn more about Serious Business®, an annual conference that inspires and educates beauty professionals! The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of... | |||
| The Road to Success: Brand Educator + Suite Life + Make an Impact | Brea Retic | Global Educator, Andis | Member, Salon Centric “It Takes a Pro” Team | Mother + Wife + Suite Renter + Barber + Philanthropist | 09 Dec 2024 | 00:43:32 | |
Tune in as Brea shares her journey from barbershop beginnings to suite life success, highlighting the power of service, integrity, and balancing career with community impact. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Gain Experience Before Going Independent: Brea stresses the importance of building a strong clientele and honing skills in a barbershop before transitioning to a suite. 🔅Practice Makes Permanent: Consistent effort and dedication lead to skill mastery and professional growth. 🔅Create a Career, Not a Hustle: Brea emphasizes the value of treating barbering and hairstyling as a professional career, which includes filing taxes and managing finances ethically. 🔅Serving Others is Central: She believes that the beauty industry thrives on serving clients and creating meaningful, positive interactions. 🔅Balance Personal and Professional Life: As a mother, wife, and entrepreneur, Brea highlights the importance of intentional self-care and family time. 🔅Philanthropy Builds Community: Her nonprofit, A Different Cut, supports children with autism and trains stylists to create inclusive spaces, demonstrating the impact of giving back. 👉Connect with Brea on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Community Conversations: Building Wealth, Investing, and Retirement | Daniel Mason-Jones | Salon Owner + Stylist + Educator + Public Figure | Muse Salon and Spa | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:49:11 | |
💬 This isn’t just another podcast…We’re releasing our 11.1 Community Conversation on wealth-building, investing, and retirement planning with special guest Daniel Mason-Jones Tune in to hear us chat about everything from the sexy investing to the foundational concepts of insurance and emergency funds. We cover the gamut when it comes to these topics. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Proactive Wealth Building is Essential: Saving money is not enough; investing is key to building lasting wealth. 🔅Start Early and Leverage Compound Interest: Understanding and using compound interest can significantly accelerate financial growth. 🔅Claim Your Tips Ethically: Reporting all income, including tips, opens up loan opportunities and better financial credibility. 🔅Invest in Real Estate and Beyond: Diversifying investments, such as real estate, mutual funds, and stocks, provides multiple paths to wealth. 🔅Balance Today and Tomorrow: It’s vital to enjoy life now while planning for future retirement needs through disciplined saving and investing. 🔅Surround Yourself with Experts: Building a financial team of advisors and accountants is crucial for sound investment strategies and wealth management. Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. Always consult a financial advisor and do your own research to ensure your plans are right for you. 👉Connect with Daniel on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| SPECIAL: Salon Opening, Real-Time Docuseries: Pre-Opening Intro | Jessica Morrison + Brianne Blazosky | Co-Owners, Darling Nikki Salon | 25 Nov 2024 | 00:19:25 | |
This special episode kicks off our new miniseries following Brianne and Jessica, co-owners of Darling Nikki Salon, a four-chair salon in Pittsburgh, PA. Join us as we document their journey from pre-opening to opening and beyond, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and unique approaches that shape their salon's story over the next year! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅A Strong Support System is Crucial: Brianne and Jessica highlight the importance of leaning on friends, family, and personal connections to navigate the challenges of opening a salon. 🔅Concierge Management Empowers Stylists: Their innovative business model focuses on handling all operational tasks, allowing stylists to channel their energy solely into creativity. 🔅Darling Nikki Reflects Their Fun Vibe: The salon’s name, inspired by the Prince song, embodies their playful and unique approach to building a welcoming and stylish space. 🔅Expect the Unexpected: Opening a salon takes longer than expected and comes with unforeseen challenges, but persistence and adaptability are key. 🔅Take Risks and Follow Your Passion: They encourage aspiring salon owners to seize opportunities and pursue their dreams, even when the path is uncertain. 🔅Collaboration Builds Culture: The duo emphasizes creating a team environment where stylists contribute to shaping the salon’s culture, fostering a sense of ownership and connection. 👉Follow Darling Nikki Salon on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Living Your Purpose: Mentors, Skills, and Owning Your Why | Coko Taft | Regional Education Manager, OLAPLEX | 18 Nov 2024 | 00:46:18 | |
Tune in as Coko shares her journey to success, the value of mentorship, and how to live your purpose in the beauty industry. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅The Journey to Success: - Coko shares her inspiring path from working in different industries to becoming the Regional Education Manager at OLAPLEX, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and adaptability. 🔅The Power of Mentorship - Mentorship played a significant role in Coko’s career. She highlights the value of learning from others, building relationships, and seeking guidance to grow professionally and personally. 🔅Living Your Purpose - Coko discusses the importance of understanding and staying true to your "why," reflecting on how purpose can drive decisions and sustain motivation through challenges. 🔅Skill-Building and Continuous Learning - Coko stresses the need for stylists to embrace continuous education, improve technical skills, and adapt to industry trends to stay competitive and successful. 🔅Authenticity in the Beauty Industry - By being her authentic self, Coko connects with others and creates meaningful impact, showing how genuine connections and relatability can build a strong community. 👉Connect with Coko on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| The Compensation Ecosystem: Building a Thriving Salon Team | Nikki Le | CEO and Founder of Statements Inc. and Nikki Le Consultancy | Beauty Industry Business Coach | Salon HR Consultant | Compensation Consultant | 11 Nov 2024 | 01:10:28 | |
Tune in as Nikki Le breaks down how to build a thriving compensation ecosystem, from pay structures to benefits, to attract and retain top salon talent. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅A Strong Compensation Ecosystem is Essential: Effective compensation includes not only pay but also benefits, growth opportunities, and clarity around job progression. 🔅Career Ladders Build Loyalty: Creating defined career stages, from junior stylist to senior roles, helps team members see their growth path and increases retention. 🔅Use Data to Drive Improvement: Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as client retention and productivity ensures that growth and compensation are aligned with performance. 🔅Employee Experience is Key: Benefits like PTO and flexible scheduling are highly desired post-pandemic and help create a more competitive and loyal team. 🔅Personalized Career Paths Retain Top Talent: Offering customized growth plans, including leadership roles or commission-based overrides, can keep high-performing team members engaged and prevent turnover. 👉Follow Nikki on Instagram 👉Learn more about Nikki and here offerings here 👉 Nikki's webinar on HRAs and creative benefit planning 👉 Nikki's webinar on the 5 phases of compensation planning 👉Join us 11/18 @ 5:30pm Eastern Time on Instagram for Community Conversation - A Spotlight on Flex-Schedule Benefits & Paid-Time-Off (PTO) The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career... | |||
| Stop Renting: How to Buy the Building for Your Salon or Shop | Paul Neal | Owner, Vantage Point Commercial Capital | Host, The Brick & Mortar Money Show Podcast | 04 Nov 2024 | 00:52:14 | |
Tune in as Paul Neal reveals essential strategies for salon owners looking to own their building and build wealth. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Gain Financial Stability and Build Equity: Buying the building your business operates from offers a long-term investment that builds equity and creates financial stability over time. 🔅Plan Ahead for Property Ownership: Begin the process well before your lease expires, ideally 12-24 months in advance, to maximize options and smooth the transition. 🔅Work with a Commercial Realtor: A skilled commercial realtor can help you find the best property, negotiate favorable terms, and guide you through market-specific nuances. 🔅Understand the Power of Equity: Equity is the difference between your property’s value and what you owe on it, building wealth as property value and loan payments progress. 🔅Leverage Tax Advantages and Expense Control: Owning your space provides tax benefits and shields you from unpredictable rent increases. 🔅Strong Cash Flow is Essential: Maintaining healthy cash flow and financial stability is critical to securing the best financing options for your property purchase. 👉Go to OwnYourBuildingNow.com and get a copy of Un-lease Your Business to read through and get your baseline understanding of Commercial Real Estate as a first step to buying the building you run your business out of. 👉Connect with Paul on LinkedIn 👉Learn more about Vantage Point Commercial Capital 👉Check out Paul's podcast, "The Brick & Mortar Money Podcast" The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Building Your Biz + The State of Education & Licensing | Vonetta Dumas Jennings | Member, DC Board Barb & Cosm | Owner, Signature Image Salon | Educator | Author | 28 Oct 2024 | 01:01:31 | |
Tune in as Vonetta shares insights on building a beauty business, navigating salon ownership, and the industry's evolving landscape of education and licensing. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Have a Roadmap for Success: Planning and setting clear goals are essential for navigating the complexities of salon ownership. 🔅Work-Life Balance is Essential: Finding balance is key, especially post-pandemic, as salon owners juggle personal well-being and business demands. 🔅Invest in Staff Training and Development: Building a strong team through continuous education ensures long-term success and staff alignment with salon goals. 🔅Integrity Builds Trust: Maintaining integrity in client relationships reduces mistakes, dissatisfaction, and the need for redos, fostering client loyalty. 🔅Address the Risks of Unlicensed Activities: Unregulated services can harm both consumers and the industry’s reputation, highlighting the importance of proper licensing. 🔅Collaboration Creates Better Outcomes: Stronger partnerships between schools and salons can offer students real-world experience, preparing them better for industry challenges. 👉Follow Vonetta on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| From Stylist to Director: Crafting Careers & Education | Jason Snyder | Director of Sales & Education, Neill Fulfillment (VoMor Hair Extensions) | 17 Yrs, Aveda | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:43:07 | |
Tune in as Jason Snyder shares his journey from Stylist to Director of Sales and Education at VoMor Hair Extensions offering insights on starting a salon, managing & inspiring a team, and working in education for an international brand! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Mentorship Shapes Careers: Support and guidance early on can make or break a stylist's journey, as seen in Jason's challenging start without proper onboarding. 🔅Understanding Team Motivations: Knowing what drives each team member fosters growth, satisfaction, and stronger team dynamics. 🔅Salon Culture Matters: Establishing a clear mission and a positive culture is essential, especially when managing multiple locations. 🔅Adaptability is Key: Flexibility is necessary to navigate the different dynamics within multiple salons and evolving industry trends. 🔅Continuous Learning Fuels Success: Ongoing education and embracing new opportunities are essential to staying relevant in the beauty industry. 🔅Networking Opens Doors: Building and maintaining strong relationships with mentors, peers, and industry contacts unlocks future opportunities. 👉Follow Jason on IG here. 👉Follow VoMor Extensions on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Catching-Up 3 Yrs Later: From School to Salon AND Suite | Tiffany Anyanwu Stylist + Owner, Studio NinetySix | Co-Founder, Coda Hair | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:55:20 | |
We catch up with Tiffany three years after graduation, as she shares her story, from salon team member to suite owner. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Tiffany Ayanwu has navigated her journey in a way that deserves attention. Building a successful career in this industry takes thoughtful planning, writing down goals, and steady perseverance. 🔅Transitioning from assisting to working independently can be financially challenging but rewarding. 🔅Salon owners must communicate clearly with apprentices about expectations and growth opportunities. 🔅Building a clientele takes time, and stylists should be prepared for client attrition. 🔅Emotional resilience is crucial in the salon industry, especially when facing interpersonal conflicts. 🔅Investing in training and development is vital for both stylists and salon owners. 👉Follow Tiffany on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Building a Beauty Business: Planning, Research & Finding Your Niche | Ajia Minnis Cruz Lanham | CEO+ Owner & Founder | Thrive Hair Bar | 07 Oct 2024 | 00:41:13 | |
Tune in as Ajia shares her insights on business planning, funding, customer experience, and creating a niche in the beauty industry. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅From Tech Sales taking her around the country, Ajia always had a challenge finding someone to work with her natural hair, so she opened Thrive Hair Bar to fill this gap. 🔅If you want to open up your own business, make a plan and do your research. Who is your target audience? How are you going to fund it? Have you looked into grants? Google: “government grants” and use that to start your research! 🔅The difference between a salon and a suite is that a salon is a team and cohesive experience, while a suite is a one-on-one experience with walls separating everyone. These are very different customer experiences. 🔅Thrive hair bar does not do any chemical work or extensions. So, stylists who want to do those services are free to work elsewhere or have a suite to do those services. 🔅Creating membership and unique experiences creates stickiness for customers through brand loyalty and ecosystem inclusion 🔅Funding your business can come from grants, savings, 401k loans to yourself, investors, and loans. Make sure you are asking for enough money for a runway. If you are taking a loan or hitting up your 401k, make sure you calculate the ROI first to make sure this move is worth it. 👉Follow Ajia on IG here. 👉Follow Thrive Hair Bar on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Good, Bad, & Reality of Coaches, Recruiting, & Retaining | Charlene Esoff | Hairstylist + Salon Manager + Coach + Mentor | The Delforge Group, US | 23 Sep 2024 | 00:48:37 | |
Tune in to get insights from Charlene on smart hiring, valuing the right coaches, and building a team culture that keeps your employees engaged and loyal! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Charlene trained as a hairdresser but found a love and passion in management, and later coaching with The Delforge Group out of the UK. 🔅Growth into management started with working at the desk and then doing inventory and more and more duties until she was doing it all! 🔅FRONT DESK: The bigger your salon, the more dedication you must have toward the hiring process. Depending on your size, you may need to hire a person to do the hiring. 🔅FRONT DESK: You MUST have protocols on how to handle people calling out, so you make sure to have coverage. Do not let your employees cancel work just to go to the beach without taking care of your customer’s experience. Protocols must be in place! 🔅FRONT DESK: A deskless option is worth exploring as an expedited check-in process to reduce wait time and enhance your customer's experience. You do not need to think of it as getting rid of the desk, but adding it to your existing model will help you and your business in more ways than you can imagine. 🔅Attracting and Retaining new hires: Make it attractive to work for you via promises. If you want to keep these new hires, keep your promises. 🔅Shopping for a Coach? Beware of scams and large upfront costs with no human support! What do you want? Do you want someone to jump on a video call when you are in need? Or are you a self-learner who needs books, manuals, formulas, etc.? 🔅The top 2 main concerns Charlene has coached Salon Owners on are their financials AND recruiting. New regulations, inflation, and budgeting are always something owners need to pay attention to... 🔅Recruiting has been a challenge; you have to touch base with the local schools everywhere. Ask the teachers to put flyers with QR codes about the salon and ways to apply.. 👉Follow Charlene on IG here. 👉Follow The Delforge Group® on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become... | |||
| The Start-Up Process, Branding, & Publicity | Darius Davie | Mens Stylist | Co-Founder + Creative Director, Groom Guy | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:35:31 | |
Tune in to learn how to craft a business plan, perfect your pitch, and strategically network your way to success while hearing expert advice on partnerships, press, and storytelling. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Start with a plan. “Before it’s hair, it’s business.” Develop a business plan, understand your brand, and determine who your team and/or support are. 🔅 Put together your pitch and know it intimately. 🔅Use every opportunity to network and share your pitch. Remember, you may be talking to your next investor or partner. Be proactive and strategic in your networking efforts, and you’ll be surprised at the opportunities that come your way. 🔅Partnership requires clear expectations, transparency, and having your lawyers iron out the terms of the agreement. 🔅When pitching to anyone, you want to phrase your value in a way that causes people to ask questions. This gets you "buy-in" and a chance to dive deeper into your concept at their request. 🔅Make sure you know your audience and pitch when appropriate. Remember, not everyone wants to hear your pitch. Respect their time and interests by understanding who they are and what they need. 🔅“When you tell your story loud enough, someone will hear you.” 🔅Getting press requires good storytelling. Do you have an interesting story that evokes emotion in others when they hear you tell it? 🔅The Press world is different from the hair world…learn to speak their language and how they work or hire a PR firm to help; that’s what they do. To start, figure out: 1: How are you going to connect with members of the Press? 2: What is your why, and why should people care? 🔅"If you try to shortcut, you sell yourself short." 🔅Success takes time, whether you like it or not...get ready, do the research, network, and do the work. 👉Follow Darius on IG here. 👉Follow Groom Guy on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Partnership Realities, Team-Based Pay, & Building Oasis Curl Salon | Wafaya Abdallah | Owner, Curly Oasis Educator, Art of Curly Hair | Host, The Curl Code Podcast | 07 Sep 2024 | 00:42:35 | |
🚨STOP! Before you enter into a partnership with anyone or think about Team-Base Pay, listen to Wafaya tell you all about it while sharing her story of building Oasis Curl Salon! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! Key Takeaways 🔅Training her way up, building her book, and learning the business, Wafaya offered to buy into the salon where she worked, which was accepted. After a while, the owner grew tired of running the business, and Wafaya was able to buy the business. 🔅Wafaya steered away from hoity-toity salons because they are too intense and cutthroat. It is so important to pick a salon that fits you. 🔅Beware of partners. Do you share the same vision of the future? Do you trust that they can handle economic or business downturns financially? Do you have everything documented for your business journey? 🔅Do not stay in toxic cultures. 🔅Oasis is a team-based business specializing in naturally wavy, curly, and tight spiral hair. They take a holistic approach because beauty is inside out. 🔅Joining Oasis means you will undergo a skill certification as part of getting on the floor. 🔅Team-based means the staff is salaried. They are paid hourly. The rates are not all the same, but everyone gets consistent pay. The team is collaborative, helping each other with clients and even working on parts of the business. No matter how much hair you cut, team members are given raises based on attitude and work ethic. 🔅When the company hits their goals, the team members get a bonus. 🔅Open-book management means the employees know the numbers, what the business makes and spends, and understand the business. 🔅Check out Wafaya's podcast: The Curl Code! 👉Follow Oasis Curl Salon on Instagram here 👉Listen to Wafaya's podcast & learn more about Oasis Curl Salon here The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Barber Shop Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won't stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Tech, Business, & Social Media: Getting to The Truth of What Matters | Gordon Miller | CEO, Beauty Cast | Founder, Social Beauty Makers | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:56:38 | |
If you think you understand the industry, watch this and find out! Tune in as Gordon Miller gives context to tech, culture, social media, and beyond, which dispel and reveals a perspective you don't want to miss! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! Key Takeaways 🔅Gordon isn't a salon owner or a hairdresser. He studied finance and economics at university and started his career working for a chain of salons and schools. He then moved to Pivot Point, followed by Milady, where he eventually ran the company. After that, he became the Executive Director of the National Cosmetology Association. His journey then took him into media and social media, where he became the publisher of American Salon magazine and later the CEO & President of Hairbrained. This experience led him to do consulting, Beauty Cast Network, and his podcast, Social Beauty Makers! 🔅Technological advancements in our industry come from the application of tech in other industries and from R&D by the big product and salon companies, the industry players who have the money. 🔅The desire for independence in our industry is not new, but the technology to enable solopreneurs is a game-changer. With the advent of business management software and the power of social media, not only can you communicate with customers, but you can also be influenced by independent influencers. This technological empowerment is reshaping the beauty industry, offering new opportunities for growth and success. 🔅The success rate of startups is 20% or less. 🔅If you are going out on your own to a suite, are you professionally mature enough? Do you have the experience needed to handle your own business? 👉Follow Gordon on Instagram here 👉Follow Beauty Cast Network on Instagram here 👉Check out Social Beauty Makers (Gordon's weekly FREE e-newsletter & podcast) here The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Barber Shop Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won't stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Dispelling the 3 Most Current Trends in Health & Fitness | David Castle | Co-Founder, Industry Aligned | Expert: Biomechanics, Exercise Science & Nutrition; 25 Years | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:24:19 | |
Intermittent fasting, rest & recovery, and cold plunges...tune in as David dispels common and current health & fitness trends. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! Key Takeaways 🔅Cold plunge: reducing inflammation 🔅Focus on your lifestyle and diet before dunking yourself in ice water. The science about inflation can be misleading and misinterpreted, but inflation can also be good and important for your recovery 🔅Stop with the cure-all. There's no such thing. You have to work to be healthy and not be in pain. 🔅Intermittent fasting: heightened, temporary brain function + energy storage. Again, pay attention to your body. Are you getting enough nutritional density on a 24-hour cycle? 🔅Rest & Relaxation: Rest is not recovery. Rest over-self-prescribed and over-prescribed by doctors. 🔅We're too used to making life soft and easy. This is not helping you; it is hurting your physical body. Recovery is a lot more than rest. It's important to note that this podcast does not provide medical, fitness, or health advice. Our goal is to interpret the takeaways of this episode. We strongly encourage you to conduct your own research and seek professional advice. Remember, HairdresserStrong.com does not give medical, fitness, or health advice. 👉 Follow Industry Aligned on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Barber Shop Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won't stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Building Business & Transforming Your Career | Tuesday McClain | Colorist + Educator + Owner | Savvy Color Salon Inc. | 19 Aug 2024 | 01:13:17 | |
Elevate your business and career as Tuesday deep-dives into understanding the steps to building the life you want—proving that the path to success is never a straight line. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! Key Takeaways -- From a young age, Tuesday was doing hair and got into the industry in an unconventional way. -- Going from working for someone to working on her own, then back to working with others before opening a salon! Lots of experience! -- Educators: Teach what you know and have the experience to set your students up for success. -- Entrepreneurs: Make sure the people advising you and teaching you have the experience you lack and want to learn. -- Social media is not where we should be looking to understand the work it takes to accomplish something. Social media is where folks show their wins after all the work. -- Diversifying your experience in business, teams, clients, etc., is a great way to understand how to achieve your goals. -- The pathway to your goals is not a straight line. It is mired with twists, turns, struggles, triumphs, and relationships. -- Tuesday had two parents with different paths, which showed her the value of BOTH textbook learning and experience. This built a foundation of learning, education, hard work, and success.👉Follow Tuesday on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Barber Shop Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won't stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| HS NEWS: Social Media Trends + Impact on Your Health and Business + Inflation & Interest Rate Update | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:27:42 | |
Social media impacts our health and business, for better of worse. Well, this plays into financial perspective, so tune in and get "in-the-know" with the latest in financial and business as it pertains to the Beauty Industry! Check out this week's news updates, build Strong Business, and serve your customers better! We are all impacted by the economy and tech advancements. Your clients are, too! + Being informed is an integral part of the success of any community or business. + You now have extra things to talk to your customers about! Sources: https://www.fastcompany.com/91162287/de-influencing-effectively-sways-69-of-u-s-social-media-users + https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/23/new-research-young-people-are-reshaping-the-happiness-curve.html + https://www.businessinsider.in/science/health/news/why-so-many-gen-zers-and-millennials-have-money-dysmorphia-even-if-they-are-financially-better-off-than-they-realize/articleshow/112048662.cms + https://www.wsj.com/economy/consumers/inflation-costs-housing-utilities-purchases-8b6f18d8?mod=Searchresults_pos5&page=1 + https://apnews.com/article/inflation-economy-federal-reserve-interest-rates-04d2877f47f3913acc2f992d8ef1581b + https://abcnews.go.com/Business/fresh-inflation-data-show-cooldown-continued/story?id=112799345 Coming up in the hair industry and visiting London for classes, I noticed that hairdressers were held in higher esteem there than in the USA...I want that for us! One of our missions is to raise the esteem and perceived importance & value of hairdressers across the USA. HS NEWS is part of that effort. We believe to achieve this goal, we must raise the bar of professionalism, service, and sophistication of hairdressers. We hope you enjoy the news and look forward to your comments! Is this useful? Is this interesting? Are there any other topics you pay attention to that you believe help you run your business or serve your customers? DISCLAIMER: Robert holds a B.A. in Business Administration with a Minor in Finance. Robert curates the news, explaining his understanding. We suggest you use this information to talk with your financial advisor, business advisor, and/or CPA. Legal counsel may be required for some of your decisions as well. If you want business advice from Hairdresser Strong, you can hire us as a consultant/advisor, but we are not financial advisors, lawyers, or accountants. THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE. THIS IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IF YOU NEED LEGAL, TAX, OR FINANCIAL ADVICE, SEE A LAWYER, CPA, OR FINANCIAL ADVISOR, RESPECTIVELY #hair #hairnews #hairpreneur #beautypreneur #hairdresserstrong #thehairdresserstrongshow #entrepreneur #modernsalon #hairstylists | |||
| How I Built Salons, Bought the Building, & Create My Future | Jamal Edmonds | Owner, JE Parlour | Educator & Texture Expert | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:44:04 | |
Tune in to hear Jamal Edmonds’ inspiring story of building businesses, acquiring assets, and creating multiple revenue streams through determination and meaningful relationships! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! Key Takeaways -- Early in his career, Jamal faced challenges in doing hair and managing, but his perseverance helped him overcome the uncertainty. -- Remember, perseverance is key. Despite the hurdles and struggles, don't give up on your dreams. Seek mentorship; it can make all the difference. -- Jamal shifted from booth rental to a commission-based salon, relocating from DC to Maryland, where he bought a commercial property with a lower mortgage. -- Joining Mizani was a turning point for Jamal, shaping him into a dynamic educator and master of relationships, key to his success -- Things Jamal has learned: -- Mentors are super important! -- Work-Life balance, whatever that means to you, is very important! -- Color and Commission Salons were unknown and opened a whole new world in hair! -- Stay a forever student! -- Do not look at TikTok to compare yourself to anyone else; our stories are different, which makes us unique. -- Learn and grow from coworkers first. Suites are ideal for senior stylists with a large clientele. Build your book, finances, and skills before considering a suite. -- Multiple streams of revenue are important, but asset acquisition allows you to generate capital and leverage to acquire more assets. 👉Follow Jamal on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Barber Shop Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won't stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Building Multiple Revenue Streams As a Beauty Pro | Tyler Kelbert | Stylist + Barber + Educator + Award Winning Artist | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:44:57 | |
Multiple revenue streams and hair competitions; Tyler tells you what you need to know! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! Key Takeaways
👉Follow Tyler on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Barber Shop Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won't stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| What Are The Steps + How Much Money Do I Need Before Opening Up Shop? | Joe Agnello | CEO + Co-Owner, City Image Barber Shop Chain (10 Locations) | Barber Shop Owner Coach | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:22:25 | |
Tune in to understand how much money and credit you need + how to get there so you can open your own spot in the future! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! Key Takeaways
👉Follow Joe on IG here. 👉Follow City Image Barber Shop on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Barber Shop Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won't stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| HS NEWS: Interest Rates Coming Down + Worker Satisfaction High + Gen Z Starts Saving + More! | 17 Jul 2024 | 00:18:15 | |
GREAT NEWS! Interest Rates Coming Down + Worker Satisfaction High + Gen Z Starts Saving + More! Check out this week's news updates, build Strong Business, and serve your customers better! We are all impacted by the economy and tech advancements. Your clients are, too! + Being informed is an integral part of the success of any community or business. + You now have extra things to talk to your customers about! Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/15/powell-indicates-fed-wont-wait-until-inflation-is-down-to-2percent-before-cutting-rates.html + https://www.apa.org/pubs/reports/work-in-america/2024 + https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/bank-of-america-survey-finds-gen-z-most-impacted-by-cost-of-living-214650437962 + https://www.fastcompany.com/91150442/genz-college-internet-economy + https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/15/climate/polar-ice-melting-day-length-time/index.html Coming up in the hair industry and visiting London for classes, I noticed that hairdressers were held in higher esteem there than in the USA...I want that for us! One of our missions is to raise the esteem and perceived importance & value of hairdressers across the USA. HS NEWS is part of that effort. We believe to achieve this goal, we must raise the bar of professionalism, service, and sophistication of hairdressers. We hope you enjoy the news and look forward to your comments! Is this useful? Is this interesting? Are there any other topics you pay attention to that you believe help you run your business or serve your customers? DISCLAIMER: Robert holds a B.A. in Business Administration with a Minor in Finance. Robert curates the news, explaining his understanding. We suggest you use this information to talk with your financial advisor, business advisor, and/or CPA. Legal counsel may be required for some of your decisions as well. If you want business advice from Hairdresser Strong, you can hire us as a consultant/advisor, but we are not financial advisors, lawyers, or accountants. THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE. THIS IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IF YOU NEED LEGAL, TAX, OR FINANCIAL ADVICE, SEE A LAWYER, CPA, OR FINANCIAL ADVISOR, RESPECTIVELY #hair #hairnews #hairpreneur #beautypreneur #hairdresserstrong #thehairdresserstrongshow #entrepreneur #modernsalon #hairstylists | |||
| Communal Care: Going Farther with Others Than on Your Own | Domenique Harrison, MPH, LMFT, LPCC | Founder & Licensed Psychotherapist, The Racial Equity Therapist | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:33:05 | |
"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together". Tap into the power of communal care with Domenique and discover how you can accomplish more and have greater depth to life with community. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Communal care is about having care in Community, and holding each other accountable for caring for your mind, body, and spirit. 🔅When we focus too heavily on doing things by ourselves, we depend on ourselves for things that should invite inquiry and curiosity from others. We put too much on our shoulders; we're too self-dependent. 🔅Community starts with one other person, so if you are nervous about letting people in, start with one person. This invites us to not be so rigid and become more open...all good things ;) 🔅Community is made up of relationships, but relationships do not necessarily make an active community. Active Community is rooted in intent, difficult conversations, accountability, and giving. 🔅Social Media is a great opportunity, if used well, to think critically and come together at different levels of learning. 🔅Even if you "like being alone," you need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Even if you take time to regularly go to a park and put yourself in a position to interact with someone. 🔅If you are an extrovert and external processor, remember to take time to invite those you know who tend to go it alone to do things together or into the community. Do not just ask once; keep inviting! That is part of communal care. 👉Follow Domenique on IG here. 👉Learn more about Dom and check out her website here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Branding & Scaling Your Career or Business Beyond Convention | Darius Davie | Mens Stylist | Co-Founder + Creative Director, Groom Guy | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:30:18 | |
Do you want to grow? Tune in to learn all about branding, business-building, and career planning while hearing Darius’s journey to building Groom Guy. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS:
👉Follow Darius on IG here. 👉Follow Groom Guy on IG here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| International Salon Suites + State of Education | John Gillespie | Managing Director at Phenix Salon Suites | Celebrity Hairstylist | Businessman | Speaker | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:29:29 | |
Taking salon suites international and discussing the state of education in the industry with John Gillespie. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅 John is the Managing Director of Phenix Salon Suites and focuses on the UK and Europe. 🔅Salon Suites were not in the UK before John was connected with the Founder of Pheonix Salon Suites due to his work with brands developing education. 🔅After seeing Salon Suites in the US, John told the founders he thought it would work in the UK; they said: DO IT! 🔅John brought the color line owned by the Pheoniz Salon Suites folks and education to Salon Suites in the UK. This way, hairdressers have easy access to buying color on short-term notice and the empowerment of education to stay on top of their game. 🔅Education in the industry changed with Instagram, but now, with the saturation of educators AND the increased costs of business and living, education is changing again! 🔅Aspiring Suite Renters: Make sure you build your book before going out on your own. Check out hybrid salons, booth renting, or suites. Do what works for you and is comfortable with you. 🔅Current Suite Renters: Remember—it is on you to find education and collaborate with others. Go and find it and make it happen for yourself! Do not stop your creativity and development, or you will go stale! 👉Follow John on IG and check out his personal recommendations here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Opening a Salon: The Challenges No One Talks About | Nikita Montgomery | Co-Founder, Hazel O. Salon | www.nikimonty.com | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:36:31 | |
Tune in to hear Nikita Montgomery share the truth about opening a salon that no one talks about. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS:
👉Follow Nikita on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| HS NEWS: Inflation, Politics, Interest Rates, and Your Business | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:32:50 | |
Today, we discuss the uncertainty around election years for the economy, the current economic data, and what it all means for you, your business, and your customers. Check out this week's news updates, build Strong Business, and serve your customers better! We are all impacted by the economy and tech advancements. Your clients are, too! + Being informed is an integral part of the success of any community or business. + You now have extra things to talk to your customers about! Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/12/cpi-report-june-inflation.html + https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-job-openings-fall-more-than-expected-april-2024-06-04/ + https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-producer-prices-unexpectedly-fall-may-2024-06-13/ + https://youtu.be/WuNqxn3HdoY?si=Eg6725IskYoAoT4p + https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/trading-investing/election-market-impact#:~:text=Historically%2C%20US%20markets%20have%20generally,no%20guarantee%20of%20future%20results. + https://privatebank.jpmorgan.com/nam/en/insights/markets-and-investing/tmt/3-election-year-myths-debunked + https://www.wsj.com/economy/inflation-april-cpi-report-interest-rate-55eda190?mod=article_inline + https://hbr.org/2009/04/how-to-market-in-a-downturn-2#:~:text=Companies%20need%20to%20understand%20the,prices%2C%20and%20postpone%20new%20investments. + https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/how-do-elections-affect-the-stock-market/ + https://www.yahoo.com/news/human-missions-mars-doubt-astronaut-090649428.html Coming up in the hair industry and visiting London for classes, I noticed that hairdressers were held in higher esteem there than in the USA...I want that for us! One of our missions is to raise the esteem and perceived importance & value of hairdressers across the USA. HS NEWS is part of that effort. We believe to achieve this goal, we must raise the bar of professionalism, service, and sophistication of hairdressers. We hope you enjoy the news and look forward to your comments! Is this useful? Is this interesting? Are there any other topics you pay attention to that you believe help you run your business or serve your customers? DISCLAIMER: Robert holds a B.A. in Business Administration with a Minor in Finance. Robert curates the news, explaining his understanding. We suggest you use this information to talk with your financial advisor, business advisor, and/or CPA. Legal counsel may be required for some of your decisions as well. If you want business advice from Hairdresser Strong, you can hire us as a consultant/advisor, but we are not financial advisors, lawyers, or accountants. THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE. THIS IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IF YOU NEED LEGAL, TAX, OR FINANCIAL ADVICE, SEE A LAWYER, CPA, OR FINANCIAL ADVISOR, RESPECTIVELY | |||
| How I Built My Book, Businesses, and Career | Stephen Adams | Co-Owner, Moxie Hair Salon + ShairedSpace + Stepshair.com | Founder + Exec. Dir., Beauty Certified Education | 03 Jun 2024 | 00:53:42 | |
Tune in to hear Stephen share some of the most valuable advice you can get in this industry! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Before getting on the floor, Stephen Adams spent years learning the business and training. 🔅Once he was ready to advance onto the floor, he sped up the process by going out and promoting himself. He had so many requests that he was able to skip ahead in his apprenticeship program to get on the floor. 🔅Due to a family emergency, Stephen was asked to step in for someone he assisted. Stephen said yes, even though he had little to no experience leading a show on stage. While it was nerve-racking, he made it through, and this willingness to seize an opportunity led him to new and other opportunities! 🔅When Stephen accomplished his career goals, it was time for the last goal: salon ownership. 🔅Stephen started Beauty Certified Education to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). He then made the classes available online to help everyone in the state have easier access. 🔅Go to your state board meetings! The only way to make changes in curriculum or local rules. Changing a rule usually takes 2-3 years, so get ready to get involved! 🔅Do not get into education for the money. It is very hard to make good money from education unless you do it full-time and build a large social media following. Start by focusing on building your business behind the chair to give you the income to support yourself and invest in building your following and demand as an educator. 🔅If your team is walking out on you, it is your fault. make sure you foster open communication and have a pathway for people to leave you and go out on their own 👉Follow Stephen on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| HS NEWS: New Inflation Data, Consumers Are Reducing Spending, Social Media, & Employee Retentiion | 28 May 2024 | 00:11:54 | |
CPI is still ringing in hot so do not expect interest rate cuts unless inflation comes down more and/or unemployment goes up. Keep your employees excited about working for you by including organized community outreach and volunteer opportunities. Be authentic and own your mistakes to appeal to Gen-Z clients (or employees)! Consumers are continuing to restrict their spending, and the category which contains Hair services and products have gone up over 4% each! Check out this week's news updates, build Strong Business, and serve your customers better! We are all impacted by the economy and tech advancements. Your clients are, too! + Being informed is an integral part of the success of any community or business. + You now have extra things to talk to your customers about! Sources: https://fortune.com/2024/04/28/company-volunteer-programs-nonprofits-lower-employee-turnover-workforce-retention/ + https://fortune.com/2024/05/23/gen-z-ignores-brand-messaging-marketing-advertising/ + https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7aRfqBxbsC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== + https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf + https://youtu.be/uaPLZp4qgGQ?si=74Pk34LAVKe2m1kY Coming up in the hair industry and visiting London for classes, I noticed that hairdressers were held in higher esteem there than in the USA...I want that for us! One of our missions is to raise the esteem and perceived importance & value of hairdressers across the USA. HS NEWS is part of that effort. We believe to achieve this goal, we must raise the bar of professionalism, service, and sophistication of hairdressers. We hope you enjoy the news and look forward to your comments! Is this useful? Is this interesting? Are there any other topics you pay attention to that you believe help you run your business or serve your customers? DISCLAIMER: Robert holds a B.A. in Business Administration with a Minor in Finance. Robert curates the news, explaining his understanding. We suggest you use this information to talk with your financial advisor, business advisor, and/or CPA. Legal counsel may be required for some of your decisions as well. If you want business advice from Hairdresser Strong, you can hire us as a consultant/advisor, but we are not financial advisors, lawyers, or accountants. THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE. THIS IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IF YOU NEED LEGAL, TAX, OR FINANCIAL ADVICE, SEE A LAWYER, CPA, OR FINANCIAL ADVISOR, RESPECTIVELY #hair #hairnews #hairpreneur #beautypreneur #hairdresserstrong #hairdresser #strong #entrepreneur | |||
| Recap & What's Next | Beauty Business Brunch | Robert Hughes, Host + Stylist | Sammi Heffron, Marketing + Community Engagement | HairdresserStrong.com | 27 May 2024 | 00:24:02 | |
Tune in to hear Robert & Sammi recap their Beauty Business Brunch and discuss what's next! The Beauty Business Brunch fosters local industry community, focusing on business, professionalism, and well-being, uniting business owners and operators in workshops and interactive discussions to learn from industry leaders and collaboratively address challenges. 👉Here's what the day looked like! 🟡Welcome, Food, Drinks, Networking 🟡Keynote 🟡Interactive Panel Discussions (topics & questions chosen by you!) 👉️Investing in the Future: Generational Wealth + Retirement Planning + Growing/Scaling your Business 👉️Revolutionizing Customer Experiences & Pricing in a New Era of Service (The Human, The Digital, & AI) 👉️Growth Through Challenges: Confidence, Burnout, Communication, & Access 🟡Workshops 🟡Brunch, Networking, Expo 🟡Jeopardy Prize Drawing We’ve heard from many of you that YOU WANT MORE! In the next few weeks, we will ask for your feedback and input on what types of events and how often to make sure it’s valuable to you. To ensure you’re the first to know what’s upcoming, sign up for our free newsletter - https://www.hairdresserstrong.com/newsletter Shadow Program - Use this link to learn more and be the first to PILOT this new platform - https://www.hairdresserstrong.com/shadow-program-join-now CONNECT WITH US | |||
| Cosmo. Students: Getting to Know Them, From Their Teacher | Raegine Hunter | Stylist + Educator, PR at Partners | Educator, Wella | 21 May 2024 | 00:08:00 | |
Tune in to hear what students want, from their teacher! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Biggest focus of Cosm. Students: Finances; specifically how to make a salon suite after school work financially 🔅Cosm. Students are being taught to build their IG, and Raegine is seeing success. 🔅Social media and a good financial strategy are not enough, though. They have to have the drive to make it work. 🔅60-70% of students are going straight to suite rental. 🔅Raegine has noticed more success over time with this move. However, their success still hinges on drive and the commitment to continuing their education and not relying on the education they got in beauty school. 👉Follow Raegine on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| HS NEWS: Market Shift? Consumer Sentiment + Inflation + Employment News | 14 May 2024 | 00:20:49 | |
The market is shifting. Consumers getting Tired of High Prices, Savings Rates are Low, CC Balances High, Inflation is Stubborn, Rates Staying High, Employees Seek Internal Growth or want to Leave You. Check out this week's news updates, build Strong Business, and serve your customers better! We are all impacted by the economy and tech advancements. Your clients are, too! + Being informed is an integral part of the success of any community or business. + You now have extra things to talk to your customers about! Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/05/06/howard-schultz-weighs-in-on-starbucks-earnings-miss.html + https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/05/business/retailers-cutting-prices/index.html + https://finance.yahoo.com/news/great-resignation-effectively-over-now-192507915.html + https://www.usinflationcalculator.com/inflation/current-inflation-rates/ + https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/outlook/economic-outlook/fed-meeting-may-2024 + https://www.bls.gov/cpi/ + https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=in7wGXFe5Gw + https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrK8UDchAN0 Coming up in the hair industry and visiting London for classes, I noticed that hairdressers were held in higher esteem there than in the USA...I want that for us! One of our missions is to raise the esteem and perceived importance & value of hairdressers across the USA. HS NEWS is part of that effort. We believe to achieve this goal, we must raise the bar of professionalism, service, and sophistication of hairdressers. We hope you enjoy the news and look forward to your comments! Is this useful? Is this interesting? Are there any other topics you pay attention to that you believe help you run your business or serve your customers? DISCLAIMER: Robert holds a B.A. in Business Administration with a Minor in Finance. Robert curates the news, explaining his understanding. We suggest you use this information to talk with your financial advisor, business advisor, and/or CPA. Legal counsel may be required for some of your decisions as well. If you want business advice from Hairdresser Strong, you can hire us as a consultant/advisor, but we are not financial advisors, lawyers, or accountants. THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE. THIS IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY. IF YOU NEED LEGAL, TAX, OR FINANCIAL ADVICE, SEE A LAWYER, CPA, OR FINANCIAL ADVISOR, RESPECTIVELY #hair #hairnews #hairpreneur #beautypreneur #hairdresserstrong #hairdresser #strong #entrepreneur | |||
| How I Went From Assistant > Mom > Stable & Secure Salon Owner | Maria Alexandra Marrero | Stylist + Owner, Salon ALO | 13 May 2024 | 00:59:49 | |
Tune in to hear how Maria navigates and discovers balance with family, salon ownership, and seeks advice and education to realize her dreams with less stress than most. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅Maria was an assistant at 2 salons, then a licensed stylist at another salon, ran a home salon, and then went to a suite for about 10 years before opening her own salon. 🔅Seeing fellow hairdressers at a salon that she assisted at own their homes, have nice cars, and have more control of their lifestyle, Maria knew this was the career for her! 🔅Once Maria started growing a family, she decided to launch a salon in her home, which meant no rent, and that was the year she says she was " RICH"! 🔅The home salon made it hard to have boundaries, which led to her going to a salon suite, which made things great! 🔅Looking for a commercial broker, she discovered that male brokers gave her a lot of crap and even hung up on her! Finally, she found a spot to rent that was part of a spa and started her booth-renting salon! 🔅If you think you will make a lot of money, do not open a booth rental salon unless you have a large space. 🔅Do not go to a booth rental until you have a full clientele because of the rent that comes out weekly or monthly. 🔅Being innovative with business models means you could be discovering something new that the entire industry adopts. 🔅Maria sold her house to ensure she was well capitalized for her business to give her, her family, and her team stability and security. 🔅You should have 6-12 months of bills when you start to give yourself peace of mind to build your business without pressure. 🔅Peace of mind is important for you to focus on building your business. Stress will reduce your productivity. 👉 Follow Maria on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mariaalexstyles/ The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Success After School: Student > Apprentice > Stylist > Educator | Raegine Hunter | Stylist + Educator, PR at partners | Educator, Wella | 06 May 2024 | 00:25:46 | |
Tune in to hear how Raegine went from being a student to becoming a stylist and educator for two companies. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅If you want to learn and be trained in a way that speeds up your progress toward the big goals, starting at a company with a robust training program is more valuable than starting on your own or at a place that throws you on the floor or charges rent. 🔅Current Generation of Rising Stylists expects school will give them everything they need so they can get started with their career without the need for further education and experience. Lots of ambition; we love ambition! 🔅Regine is grateful for the apprenticeship she took after hair school. The additional learning and experience that she got through training after school elevated her in a way she would have never accomplished without many years of training and paying for her own education. 🔅Education is so very fulfilling when you are the one responsible for someone learning something new or you see a "light bulb" go off. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Success & Higher Prices = Navigating Biz Ups & Downs + Great Cust. Experience | Kathleen Lauer | Owner & Stylist, Inspire Salon | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:41:41 | |
Tune in to hear Kathleen share how to build a customer-centric brand and navigate the highs and lows of business. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! 🚨Kathleen will also be a Panelist at our upcoming Beauty Business Brunch on May 19th in Washington, DC. Use this link to learn more, and join us! - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/bbb24 KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🔅 Jumping around between salons is normal at the beginning of your career. 🔅 Seek community and mentors when looking for somewhere to work early in your career. 🔅 Before venturing into the salon business, it's essential to meticulously plan every aspect, from the location and brand to the mission and financing, considering the impact on all stakeholders. 🔅 Kathleen started getting to know customers in what is now called the "pre-consult" before we had the technology to make it easy to accomplish! Trailblazer! 🔅 Color services have become very expensive, so making clients feel special and appreciated is imperative. The experience keeps them returning and paying the prices you want to charge! 🔅 Prices increased quickly, and customers demanded more than good hair. They are used to having good hair at a lower price, but with new looks, they do not understand the additional cost and time, so they need to be educated. Their experience will make up the difference between the cost they think it should be and what they pay. 🔅 Stylists want to work less and charge more. Some are making the same working less, some are pricing themselves out of their market, and others hit a ceiling, so they add hours...the jury is out 🔅 Be prepared for downturns, walkouts, and attrition. People will leave you; that is part of the business. 🔅 Aspiring SALON OWNERS: Plan out your first few months of rent because the excitement and fun will be disrupted by your bills being due 30 days later. 🔅Cancellation policies are best as a warning and for clients who take advantage (which is probably less than 5% of people). 👉Follow Kathleen on Instagram 👉Follow Inspire Salon on Instagram 🚨Kathleen will also be a Panelist at our upcoming Beauty Business Brunch on May 19th in Washington, DC. Use this link to learn more, and join us! - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/bbb24 The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each... | |||
| Retirement Planning & Securing Your Family’s Future | Marcos Serrano | Financial Planner, Primerica | 22 Apr 2024 | 00:26:54 | |
Tune in to hear Marcos Serrano, Financial Planner, tell you how to prepare for retirement and secure your family’s financial future! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: 🟡Marcos fell in love with helping his community (immigrant community) and other middle-income families 🟡1 of 2 things are guaranteed to happen: 🟡1)You will hit Retirement Age 🟡2) You will pass away before you hit Retirement Age ...Thus, retirement planning and protecting your family's financial future in the event of a loss are two things to cover so make sure to set up a retirement plan AND get Life Insurance 🟡80% of surviving spouses (a married person whose spouse passes away) lose their home in the first 12 months! 🟡Over 158 Million Families do not have life insurance; that's a lot of people who are likely to lose their homes if they own it within a year of an unfortunate death! 🟡Questions to think about when planning for retirement: 🟡What is your retirement age? 🟡What is your risk tolerance; when it comes to investing, there is always risk. 🟡Do you want to travel in your retirement years? What does that look like? 🟡What do you want to achieve in retirement? 🟡Is it important to you that your house is paid off in retirement? Marcos will also be a Panelist at our upcoming Beauty Business Brunch on May 19th in Washington, DC. Use this link to learn more, and join us! - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/bbb24 👉Follow Marcos on Instagram 👉Follow Primierica on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter **This is not financial, tax, or legal advice. Seek out a registered/licensed professional. This information is from Marcos Serrano, a Financial Planner, on retirement planning and protecting your family's financial future in the event of a loss. The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| WAY Bigger Than You Think: Importance of Email in Your Biz | Claire Monroe | Hair Designer | Virtual Assistant | Consultant | Claire Monroe Hair Co. | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:20:30 | |
Tune in to hear Claire Monroe tell you why you better not sleep on email marketing...engagement is 5x higher than IG Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! Key Takeaways --- IG engagement ~1%-4% -- Average Hairdresser Email Open Rate ~20% -- Email enables you to identify who saw your important messages about anything from price increases, promotions, or your travel plans! Then, you can reach out to those separately if you want/need to to make sure they get the message. -- Every business should consider having multiple forms of communication and marketing, and one of them should definitely be email...+ The engagement rate for email over IG is 5x higher! -- Claire recommends against providing a coupon or discount to incentivize clients to sign up for your email list. Instead, give them advice or educational content that provides value, not just a discount or a sales pitch. -- Do not sell every time you send an email; sometimes, you must give value and create excitement about yourself and your brand. -- Claire recommends and helps you understand how to use Flow Desk and develop your email marketing system. -- Email marketing doesn’t have to be more than 1x month as long as you are consistent. -- Integrated email marketing systems (the ones that come with your booking software) tend to have design issues and are not as powerful as separate systems like Flowdesk -- Ideas for emails: -- Make a tutorial video on social media and then send it via email -- Short email about a new puppy or a team member or yourself had a baby -- You or a team member had a life event -- Monthly newsletter -- New team member -- A new restaurant or cafe near the salon opened -- Consistency is the name of the game -- Lived in looks = not seeing clients as much which might = they forget to book their appointment; stay top of your clients’ minds with regular communication...email is one of the best forms! 👉Follow Claiew on IG and check out his personal recommendations here. The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of... | |||
| Building a Sustainable Salon Business: Systems, Coaches, and Community | Stephanie Dillenseger | Owner, Eclips Salon | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:38:05 | |
Tune in to hear Stephanie share how to build a sustainable salon business! Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: -- Stephanie started at the front desk and then started hair school part-time while staying at the desk part-time. Then she transitioned to being an apprentice/assistant until she got on the floor full-time. -- Stephanie's two salons were different experiences. One Salon was already existing, and she became part of the salon and then took over it. The second location was built. -- If your salon culture isn't where it needs to be, nothing else will matter; you have to get this together and everyone on the same page if you want to be successful. -- You have to take time to work on your business and not just in your business. -- Having systems to help organize your business and organize your teams' pathways to success will help you retain team members and excite new hires. -- Salon Owners tend to be firefighters, always just dealing with what arises when it arises. With systems and planning, you can take control of your business. -- In order to do hair because you want to vs. having to do hair to pay your bills and not just owning your job, you must systematize your business, get your culture on track, and be able to work on your business as a leader and coach. Get a coach to help you take your vision and turn it into a plan. -- Plan your business out, do the research, and seek mentors and salon owner groups before starting your business. If you already started your business, get a coach to help you navigate setting your business up! Stephanie will also be a Panelist at our upcoming Beauty Business Brunch on May 19th in Washington, DC. Use this link to learn more, and join us! - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/bbb24 👉Follow Eclips Salon on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Pioneering Success: Community, Consistency, & Collaboration | Cindy Feldman | Leader of Amazing Beauty Professionals, Progressions Salon Spa Store | Board Member, PBA | 01 Apr 2024 | 00:47:41 | |
Tune in to hear Cindy’s key points to growing an incredibly successful business through embracing innovation and community. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: -- Cindy worked while she was in school for aesthetics. -- Started her business at 22 years old with the help of an SBA loan. Entrepreneurs, check out the SBA! -- Find a location, write a business plan, team up with a bank that participates in the SBA's 7(a) loan program(community banks might offer a more relationship-based service), and get a loan from them. -- Passion, positive attitude, relationships, and "jumping through hoops" enhance one's success in accomplishing one's goals. -- It becomes clear very quickly that running a business requires you to run your business just as much or more than you need to take clients. -- Finding common goals of love and respect amongst team members will help you go far -- Surround yourself with people who have more experience and success, and with others whom you can learn from and get advice. This can be found through community organizations such as the local Chamber of Commerce, the Professional Beauty Association, and other professional meet-ups, associations, and groups. -- Coaching is the highest level of adult learning; get coached and coach others. -- Ask for help and take advice from those with more experience than you. -- Bring in Innovation and go to Industry Events to take you out of the salon to help you build your brand. -- Relationships, Community, Asking for Help, Asking for Advice, Consistency, Love, and Respect are the keys to accomplishing your goals. Cindy will also be a Panelist at our upcoming Beauty Business Brunch on May 19th in Washington, DC. Use this link to learn more, and join us! - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/bbb24 👉Follow Cindy on Instagram 👉Follow Progressions Salon Spa Store on Instagram The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Crafting the Future: Fostering Integrity and Growth in Hairdressing | Victor Scotti Jr. | Creative Director & Stylist, Our S.P.A.C.E. | Soon to be graduate, Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute, Arlington | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:45:38 | |
Tune in to hear Victor Scotti Jr. explore the critical need for holistic education and transparent communication in the beauty industry to bridge gaps, foster integrity, and ensure sustainable growth for hairdressers. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: -- Our S.P.A.C.E is a holistic wellness and healing space that stands for Safety (he moves at the speed of safety), Play (what fuels his creativity), Agency (pushes him to say what he means and mean what he says & holds others accountable), Community (you can’t do anything alone; finding like-minded peers in, Exploration (keeps you growing) -- Victor believes that every individual on a spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical level needs those things (his own personal values that guide who he lives and leads) -- Victor has a non-traditional perspective of the industry (he thinks a lot about people and experiences in a given space). He is 33 and had a career in Corporate America (worked with students and been in HR) prior to joining the Beauty Industry. -- Victor sees a gap between exiting school directly and being the stylist you want to be. -- There are a number of different things cosmetology schools can do to increase the awareness of the students and help prepare them for longevity in the Beauty Career -- Bringing in people like Industry Aligned to discuss body mechanics and how it can impact your career or exposing students to L'Oréal’s Head-Up mental health training program -- Having an undergrad degree, he recognizes that many life skills aren’t taught in college, so it’s not just the Beauty Industry -- As Victor prepares for graduation by shadowing and interviewing at different salons, coming from an HR background, he feels there are places where we can add more structure, rigor, and process, especially so people have the information they need to make informed decisions to set themselves on a path to success -- How do we know what you say is what you’ll do if it’s not written down? How can I assess integrity and growth plans if it’s communicated casually as opposed to a place to access/as a resource? -- Think about providing various touchpoints of opportunity to learn more about people on a behavioral level -- Understand what the Rising Stylist does well and how they want to grow from a technical level -- Goal alignment: Where do you want to be, and how can we both push each other to grow and learn together? -- There needs to be more intentional conversations (less open-ended) but also honesty about the vision for the salon/space, how you are looking for folks to grow, and what might be coming that is on the road map. This will help Rising Stylists make informed decisions and Owners be more comfortable about talent coming into their space. -- This is not an individual profession; being a business owner is not an individual task (you’re leading & managing people and shepherding a vision. You can’t effectively shepherd without being able to share a clear vision, get feedback, and share expectations. -- At school, people have varying experiences because they don’t know what they should experience. -- Do the educators stay with you for the whole haircut or walk away and come back? How do we work together? -- Victor predicts that we will return to caring more about the fundamentals (WE all need to define what that means), but it will be led by the guests’ needs/wants. -- Guests will notice you gave them the exact cut they wanted, but if they say it doesn’t look the best on them and a stylist doesn’t have the fundamentals, they won’t be able to satisfy the client.... | |||
| Int. Educator, Social Media Trailblazer & Salon Owner; Here's My Story | Ruby Devine | Owner + Stylist, The LABoratory, a Ruby Devine Salon | 18 Mar 2024 | 01:01:41 | |
Tune in to hear the incredibly fun and brilliant Ruby Devine tell you how she blazes trails in adding value to your career & social media. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: -- Ruby started her journey with humble beginnings and expectations. Finding the hair industry was fate, as she had no intention of building a career in hair and had no idea about the world of stage, shows, and production. -- Being able to learn means being in a safe space to make mistakes while having the support and confidence knowing someone can step and and save you. -- As an early adopter to building her brand and clientele, Ruby used MySpace and found Mavens amongst sororities and groups to help grow her book. -- Ruby became a Bumble and Bumble educator and moved to DC-Maryland-Virginia area. -- Continuing her lean into technology, she built a big Periscope following and led to her becoming an independent educator. -- Then, she was pushed out of her salon out of fear she would take the stylists. Then, the stylists ended up leaving anyway. -- Using social media, Ruby shared so much information and created so much content that she was able to build her reputation, which transcended the virtual world into her reality. This meant salon ownership, people wanting to work with her, and international education. -- Use AI for scripts and captions on social media! 👉Follow Ruby on Instagram Ruby will also be a Panelist at our upcoming Beauty Business Brunch on May 19th in Washington, DC. CLICK HERE to learn more, and join us! The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| Laying a Foundation: Student to Fully Booked Stylist | Vonetta Dumas Jennings | Member, DC Board Barb & Cosm | Owner, Signature Image Salon | Educator | Author | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:43:03 | |
Tune in to hear Vonetta share how to navigate the early days of your career and handle moving to a new area and starting all over. Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS: -- Embrace mentorship for invaluable guidance and support on your hair styling journey, especially when facing challenges from a lack of support from your circle. -- Overcoming financial challenges starts with mastering the basics. Focus on your foundational skills for long-term success. --Apprenticeships offer a great opportunity to learn and sharpen skills through hands-on experience and guidance. They also offer the ability to build a strong clientele. --- Taking the time further to develop your craft and customer service skills after school can set a solid foundation for success, rather than rushing into working in a salon, suite, or booth rental. -- Opt for positive environments instead of the break room; use slower times as opportunities to work on improving your skill and, turning potential downtime into productive growth. --- While building a clientele, diversifying your work experience early in your career can accelerate your learning and open doors to exciting opportunities and financial rewards. 👉Follow Vonetta on Instagram Vonetta will also be a Panelist at our upcoming Beauty Business Brunch on May 19th in Washington, DC. CLICK HERE to learn more, and join us! The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||
| The Road to Success: Understanding Tenacity, Resilience, and Balance | Travis Parker | Founder | Travis Parker Academy | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:44:41 | |
Tune in to hear Travis’s stalk about overcoming failure via a discussion on tenacity, resilience, and balance…what do these terms mean to you? Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS:
👉Follow Travis on Instagram, check out his website, listen to his previous episode and get his personal recommendations on his episode page The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter 📸 | |||
| Taxes, Deductions, and Red Flags for Tax Season | April L. McDaniel | Certified Public Accountant | Certified Retirement Services Professional | Consultant | Educator | Kopsa Otte CPAs + Advisors | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:45:19 | |
Tune in to hear April McDaniel of Kopsa Otte CPAs + Advisors unveil crucial tax season secrets, from decoding the intricacies of deductions for beauty industry professionals to demystifying the ever-changing meal rules. Don't miss this episode if you want to ensure you're not overlooking vital information that could save you money and headaches during tax season! *This is not financial, legal, or tax advise Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS:
👉Follow Kopsa Ottee CPAs + Advisors on Instagram, check out their website, and get April's personal recommendations on her episode page The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter 🎵 | |||
| Equality in Pricing: A Deep Dive into Inclusion vs. Gender-Based Models | Georgia “G” Tournai | Owner, G TOURNAI Hair + Creative Studio | Educator + Salon Consultant | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:56:06 | |
Tune in to hear Georgia "G" Tournai speak in depth on varying pricing structures and ask: "why do you still have gender-based prices?" Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review! KEY TAKEAWAYS:
👉Follow G on Instagram & check out their website and previous episode on their episode page The Hairdresser Strong Show is all about Salon Owners, Rising Stylists, and Seasoned Stylists sharing their experiences, successes, failures, and advice to inform, educate, and empower their Fellow Hairdresser. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong. CONNECT WITH US 📬 Subscribe to our free newsletter The views and opinions of our guests are theirs and important to hear. Each guest's views and opinions are their own and we aim to bring you diverse perspectives, career paths and thoughts about the craft and industry so you can become Hairdresser Strong! They do not necessarily reflect the positions of HairdresserStrong.com. | |||