The Hair Game (Salon Republic)

We caught up with @presleypoe again to finish our conversation about the realities of running your own traditional salon. We also get into the value of in-person education and her daily mantras for staying focused and successful.

This Week's Topics:

• Lessons learned operating her own salon

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Accountant Michelle Cook @smallbusinesscpa breaks down the requirements of the second PPP grant and how to apply. She also gives us lots of info & advice on the tax implications of this and any unemployment benefits received this past year. 

Can we look at hair as a fabric, not a race?

This week is part 1 of a beautiful conversation with Keya Neal  - industry activist, educator, and visionary for @thekolourkulture & @texturevsrace

We discuss her path towards a multi-cultural salon, and how her experience helps her education: breaking past the fear of working on someone who looks different than you.

This week’s Topics:  

• Dropping out of college and finding beauty school  
• Learning the need to sacrifice time, energy, money to succeed  
• Running a salon for 10 years and building her brand, then closing it and moving to another state for a relationship 
• Getting back into hair after motherhood; choosing a multi-cultural salon to expand her experience and techniques 
• Her journey towards being an educator; developing her curriculum 
• Texture vs Race: educating how to break past the fear of working on someone who looks different than you

One lucky person who DMs @thehairgamepodcast on Instagram this week will win a BaBylissPRO Hair Dryer! Listen to the beginning of this week’s episode to find out what to DM us. The winner will be chosen this Friday, Dec. 11^th.

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@kathynunezhair struggled in high school, but found her true talent in hair and never looked back. She shares her experiences that led her here, including her first job as an 18 year old doing hair at JC Penny. 

This Week's Topics:

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Salon owner & certified Schwarzkopf educator @hairbycaitlintyczka was in toxic salon environments for many years before finally opening her own salon @homegrownhairco in St. Louis. We discuss how she created her salon space, as well as the importance of providing quality hair education in the Midwest.

This Week's Topics:

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Hairstylist and educator Conor Doyle @conorjmd has spent a lot of time in different areas of Europe and shares his thoughts on how life in the salon is different there. We discuss the image of the hairdresser, training and licensing requirements, and the challenge of pricing. We had an amazing convo and will be back in a couple weeks with Conor for part 2!

We held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @paintedhair  @edithnavarroartist and @deanothebarber_ in a live podcast recording. We cover topics that will help set you up for long term success as an independent beauty pro and go in depth with the customer experience within a salon studio environment.

This Week's Topics:

• Getting started: business classification & insurance

• Waivers/litigation

• Building a clientele

• Finding higher paying clients/raising prices

• Hiring assistants

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Contest Guru Erica Keelen gets into the specifics of planning your entry into hair competitions: choosing a category, finding the right model, hiring a photographer... and more!

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Hairstylist & Salon Owner @hairbydomd began losing her hair in her 20s and has since focused on specializing in alternative hair services.

Dominique shares her journey from working in commission-based salons to running her own studio suite, highlighting the challenges and rewards of financial independence. She also discusses her personal experience with hair loss due to PCOS and the emotional impact it has, sharing how she educates others in the industry on how to provide these services effectively.

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Indie Educator Matt Beck @freesaloneducation wasn't getting the opportunity he wanted to advance his education career.... so he started doing it on his own! By balancing his behind-the-chair time and creating education videos for YouTube, he built a online education platform that has over 1,000 tutorials and 1 million subscribers. We chat about his journey as well as how he determines if his content is 'successful'. 

Salon owner & certified Schwarzkopf educator @hairbycaitlintyczka was in toxic salon environments for many years before finally opening her own salon @homegrownhairco in St. Louis. We discuss how she created her salon space, as well as the importance of providing quality hair education in the Midwest.

This Week's Topics:

The New Breed Meets the Next Gen as hairstylist and major influencer Rickey Zito @hairgod_zito was interviewed live for a podcast recording at Toni&Guy Academy LA.

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NAHA '22 Finalist and multiple award-winner Brendnetta Ashley @edgybgirl has spent 19 years in the industry and shares why winning is the journey - not the trophy. We discuss the creative process and how to stay positive and focused regarding your career.

This Week's Topics:

• Being in the industry 19 years and trusting the process

Men's hairstylist and educator Dean Lauer @deanothebarber_ built a foundation of skills early by grinding hard.... owning a shop AND starting a barber school within the first few years of graduating hair school. 

He left it all behind to follow his dream to work in LA. He shares the whole story this week!

This week's topics:

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Want to focus on the things you actually LIKE doing? @shannondemont is back this week to share her experience hiring a virtual assistant (VA) and how it has helped her manage her business more efficiently. The VA helps Shannon with tasks such as drafting emails, managing social media, accepting people into her Facebook group, and handling administrative tasks. She also shares two emotional stories from her time behind the chair, highlighting the impact hairstylists can have on their clients. 

This Week's Topics:

• Finding a Virtual Assistant on Fiverr
• Finding a Permanent Virtual Assistant through VA Collective
• Cost Comparison: Fiverr vs. VA Collective
• Training and Building a Relationship with a Virtual Assistant
• Tasks a Virtual Assistant Can Help With
• Trust and Security with a Virtual Assistant
• Benefits of Hiring a Virtual Assistant for Independent Beauty Professionals
• Shannon Demont's Educational Offerings
• The Impact of Hairstylists on Clients' Lives

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Men's grooming expert and award-winning barber @mattyconrad joined us again at ISSE and we had some great discussions on how to find your client's true style, industry trends, and what's more important: the service or the experience.

This Week's Topics:

• Trends and phases

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We caught up with @presleypoe again to finish our conversation about the realities of running your own traditional salon. We also get into the value of in-person education and her daily mantras for staying focused and successful.

This Week's Topics:

• Lessons learned operating her own salon

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Colorist, Coach, Consultant.... @cassandraplatinum also recently completed a build out of her own salon and beauty boutique @emeraldroombeauty! She describes the different types of mindset therapies she became certified in and how they can help a stylist become more successful. We also dig into the tough stuff: refunds, cancellations, & letting clients go. 

We continue with @shmeggsandbaconn this week and get into the topic of hair models and your clientele. Are you using models effectively for content and attracting the clients you want? We also cover her position as Visual Editor for BTC and the current state of social media.

This week's Topics:

• The importance of models for improving your IG

Donovan tracked down partygoers willing to share their craziest client stories! Have any of these ever happened to you?

Thanks to the following peeps for sharing their story:

Amber Holbrook @ambiestyles

Jennifer Judy @haircolorboss

Roxanne Crisp @theroxannecrisp

Joy Williams @joywilliamsbeauty

Lilian Interiano @lilyglossofficial

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Greg is the guy behind several multi-million followed hair Instagram accounts and creator of styleartists.com education. He has seen thousands of hair videos...find out what are the most important elements of creating a quality hair video.

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@loveerictaylor 's first trip to Premiere Orlando included him on the Gold Carpet interviewing some of the industry's top artists & influencers, as well as the up and coming artists nominated and presenting at this years #LTCAwards. 

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Charlie Gray is the International Creative Director of Menspire, a men's hair salon and educational academy based in London. He explains the mission of the company and how his desire to become an educator has shaped his path, as well as:

The story of Menspire and approaching it as a movement

Advice for younger stylists: hard work and patience brings the opportunities

What will make their Menspire brand endure over 50 years? 

Social Media downsides: cyber-bullying and the fake perceptions of hairdressers and educators

The lack of detail and discipline in the industry: the training isn’t good enough in men’s hair - still teaching the same things from 50-60 years ago.

The disconnect between hairdressers and barbers  

His Hair Horror Stories!

www.menspire.co.uk

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Salon owner & Brand Ambassador @mermeghair woke up one day completely locked out of her Instagram account. This forced her focus to TikTok, where she has thrived and gained countless clients. We discuss the current state of social media and how to use your time & energy effectively on these platforms. 

This Week's Topics:

We continue with Carly Zanoni from last week and discuss her best business advice for hairdressers. We also cover what you need to know about hiring an assistant.

This week's topics:

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In 2018, @lisahuffhair started @stylistsoultribe, a supportive group for hairstylists to come together and share their knowledge and experiences. It has grown to 20 tribes with over 100 members. Lisa discusses her Stylist Soul Tribe community and the value it brings to hairstylists. We also discuss branding and social media topics that are at the forefront of their discussions right now. 

This Week's Topics:

• Lisa's Journey towards hair

• Building a Successful Hair Business

• Stylist Soul Tribe: A Supportive Community

• Building a Supportive Community

• Deep Dive into Branding, Nurturing, and Marketing

• The State of Social Media in the Industry

• Changing Mindsets in the Industry

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@andy_doesyourhair, a Nashville hairdresser known for creative and transformative haircuts, shares how he built his clientele by always doing something different than what was being offered. We talk about collaborating with clients as hair models and using them for photo shoots. Andy also shares his observations on changes in clientele and the opportunities that come with and shares his personal hair choices and future goals.

This Week's Topics:

• His extra time built in to his ‘transformational’ cuts

• His clients and how he finds them

•  Finding hair school and struggling initially; interning at salon at the same time

• Transitioning to Creative Cuts

• Marketing Shags and Mullets

• Pricing and Gender-Inclusive Rates

• Collaborating with Clients as Hair Models

• Changes in Clientele

• Future Goals

• Challenges with Licensing 

A conversation with the founder of Unite about how he has lived the ideal evolution of a hairdresser, from Vidal Sassoon’s apprentice to an international product boss. Tons of great lessons in this one!

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We held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @itsmrjladner @jamiedanahairstylist @thepaulaperalta and  @sharon.simplyinsane to learn how to navigate & utilize tech to grow your salon business as an independent beauty professional.

This Week's Topics:

• Booking Apps

• Social Media

• Retail Online

• Website Design & Branding

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Part 2 of our discussion w/ @victorval. He gives us helpful advice regarding salon ownership; the startup & day-to-day, as well as handling retail & e-commerce.⁠

SHOW NOTES:

• Starting Kut Haus Claremont – What should it be? Growing his salons by growing people⁠

• The changes in California affecting work status at his salon⁠

• Advice for a stylist wanting to open a storefront salon & team: The pitfalls of ownership⁠

• E-commerce and retail: How he handles it⁠

• What needs to change with hair school training and classes⁠

• His hair horror story

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Ray Hornback, founder of @thebobco online edu and owner of @voltagesalon made a major career change by going to hair school later in life. He shares his path to the industry, as well as the current trends in haircuts and his approach to client consultations. We also discuss his approach to social media and how he completely changed the content he posts after reviewing his Instagram account.

This week's topics:

We continue with stylist and salon owner Najah Aziz @najahliketheriversalon and discuss the 3rd and 4th core principles of her business. We also get into how she started her salon, the education and mentoring she does, and the story of her original IG account getting hacked!

This week's topics:

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In our first episode, @andrewdoeshair mentioned his hair business mentor is Tab Salsman @tabcutshair. Tab is a SoCal hairdresser, national educator and Founder of @toolsandbags. He really delivers the business knowledge for the hairdressing community in this interview with Salon Republic Founder Eric Taylor @4erictaylor-

-Why you need to be mindful of your pricing

-How and when to raise your prices

-How to stay sharp so you keep, and build, your clientele

Could we in the beauty industry benefit from meditation? Episode 1 is all about what it is and why it’s so great for us. Episode 2 is a guided meditation that we hope you use as often as possible. Enjoy!

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Indie Educator Matt Beck @freesaloneducation wasn't getting the opportunity he wanted to advance his education career.... so he started doing it on his own! By balancing his behind-the-chair time and creating education videos for YouTube, he built a online education platform that has over 1,000 tutorials and 1 million subscribers. We chat about his journey as well as how he determines if his content is 'successful'. 

Hairstylist & Educator @this_is_araz discusses the importance of understanding the science behind formulation and how it has helped her develop her express luxury services. We also discuss the dynamics of client relationships and the need for radical authenticity. 

This Week's Topics:

• Araz's Journey into Hairdressing
• Transitioning to Education and Teaching
• Express Luxury Services in Hairdressing
• Understanding Formulation and Chemistry
• Navigating Client Conversations and Industry Dynamics

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We held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @itsmrjladner @jamiedanahairstylist @thepaulaperalta and  @sharon.simplyinsane to learn how to navigate & utilize tech to grow your salon business as an independent beauty professional.

This Week's Topics:

• Booking Apps

• Social Media

• Retail Online

• Website Design & Branding

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Stylist, salon owner, and educator @hair_princess_steph joins us and discusses the growth of her salon and the unique aspects of the hair industry in New Hampshire. We also talk about the changing client behavior trends, particularly in the post-COVID era, and shares client misbehaviors and how she dealt with them. 

This Week's Topics:

This is Part Two of a Two-part interview with Tab Salsman @tabcutshair. We sit down with Tab again to dive into more controversial topics, such as:

-Professional salon products for sale on Amazon, Costco, and Walmart

-Types of salons & pay structures- commission, rent, hybrid: who owns the client?

-Youth culture influence

-#1 beauty-related search on google

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We had beauty school students tour our Salon Republic Burbank location to learn more about indie hairdressing.... AND we held a panel discussion with Megan Brunelle @hairetic_official, Angelina Marie @hairbyangelinamarire, and Dani Van Buren @danivanburenhair to share how some of our SR fam approach running their businesses. 

Orange County, CA hairdresser and KMS educator, Mikey Teeze @mikey_teeze, walks you through the cut he gives Eric. He also talks about starting his career broke, the value of education, and the gross story of why he uses conditioner instead of shaving cream on guys. This is the first official haircut done in The Lab, a 5-station studio at Salon Republic Hollywood offering stations that can be reserved by the day. It's (almost) like watching history...

In a sudden rush of enthusiasm, the three-year-old social networking app Vero has gone from obscurity to the most downloaded app on the apple app store. The beauty industry’s audience and influencers alike jumped on and created accounts to stake their claim on, what may be, the Instagram killer. Here’s what it is, who’s behind it, and what you need to know about it.

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Ash Fortis @xostylistxo continues her story this week about her battle with her publisher in getting her book made, as well as the great (and NOT so great) things about building your own salon. 

This Week's Topics: 

• Issues with the publisher creating the book 

• The complete process of designing & building a salon

• Her most difficult conversation with a client 

You can find Ash's book on Amazon by clicking here:

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Sean Ralston @seanscutshair was leading a comfortable life being a restaurant manager as a young adult.... but he realized he wanted a more creative career with room to grow. We discuss his journey towards opening his own shop, his work as an educator on YouTube, and more!

This Week's Topics:

• His switch from restaurant manager to barber

We took some choice clips from episodes 41 through 50 and put them together for a look back. This episode is packed full of valuable info & insights regarding your salon business, social media, & the beauty industry. 

Show Notes:

Ep. 41 - @hairbypaulaperalta gives some great tips on marketing yourself as a hairdresser.

Ep. 42 - John Mosley @popular_nobody gives his thoughts on the industry & education, as well as what needs to change.

Ep. 43 - Dave Kirby from Summit Salon Business Education talks about the importance of educating yourself on the business aspects of hairdressing, as well as the top 3 mistakes hairdressers make.

Ep. 44 - @alfredo_lewis speaks to beauty students at Sassoon Academy LA about knowing your worth as an upcoming influencer and how much you can make.

Ep. 45 - @lucasdoney tells the importance of client satisfaction & his challenges behind the chair

Ep. 46 - @shelleygregoryhair gives tips about building clientele in a new city & advice for struggling stylists

Ep. 47 - Don Godfrey @nothingbutpixies give tips & tricks to grow your reach on Instagram

Ep. 48 - Jason Reyes @iliketocuthair shares his journey to becoming an educator

Ep. 49 - @ameliahairmakeup discusses the importance of having a social presence & mistakes people make on social media

Ep. 50 - Andrew Dale, founder and CEO of Unite speaks about the power of caring and how selling retail is extremely important in this

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Kristy Underwood, Executive Officer of the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology @cabarbercosmo, joins us this week to give a look at how the board operates, their role in licensing and enforcement, and how you can get involved in shaping the rules & regulations of our industry.

This week's topics:

• Realizing hairdressers thought state board was their advocate during COVID

@iamginabianca dove headfirst into ChatGPT and hit us up to discuss the possibilities and uses for hairdressers. We explain what ChatGPT is and how it works. Gina shares her tips and techniques for getting the most out of it to elevate your business and streamline your administrative tasks.

This Week's Topics:

• The possibilities of AI leveling the playing field for hairstylists

Hairstylist Educator and Salon Owner @ambrosiacarey found hairdressing to be the perfect blend of people skills and artistry. We talk about the importance of being patient and taking your time in the industry, as well as important marketing and pricing topics to help your business be successful.

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Salon owner, Wella Curl Craft Pro Arist & educator @akelashair changed her direction from corporate career path to the hair business. We discuss marketing, working with diverse hair types, and the importance of client relationships. We also talk about her experience in education and curriculum development.

Riawna Capri and Nikki Lee, owners of @ninezeroone Salon, @901academy, and @beautycoach_com share crucial advice on what it takes to create successful joint business ventures. They also share tips on how to manage people and your clientele.

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This is part 1 of an incredibly inspirational and candid conversation with Sarai Speer. 

Artist, educator, and Artistic Director Sarai dealt with addiction through most of her adult life until one important person stepped in and kept her from losing everything, including her life. She shares her amazing journey with us.

This week's topics:

• Getting into hair and being stifled creatively at her first commission salon

Stylist and Mentor @yenedamtew shares her story of moving across the country for an assistant position she knew would be beneficial for her career. We also discuss the important financial strategies she has learned working independently and as a salon owner. 

Britt Seva joins us again this week to cover the 5 most important aspects that struggling hairdressers need to address. She also gives us ways to make a human connection between visits. 

Hairstylist, Independent Educator, Mom, Wife.... Ashlee Norman @ashleenormanhair has been balancing all of it for years now. We discuss how she started her education business during her first pregnancy, as well as advice on managing it all.

This week's topics:

@andrewdoeshair shows us how he does photography for hair so you can improve your social media content. Tips for beauty pros include-

• How to find and use light and reflectors
• How to get contrast on your clients face for drama and how to shoot your clients color
• How to frame and pose your client
• Essential photography tools to up your game
• Sources of great information on client photography

Hairstylist and educator Conor Doyle @conorjmd has spent a lot of time in different areas of Europe and shares his thoughts on how life in the salon is different there. We discuss the image of the hairdresser, training and licensing requirements, and the challenge of pricing. We had an amazing convo and will be back in a couple weeks with Conor for part 2!

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Founders of @blondesolutions Lea & Aymen Eldabli (@beauty_politix & @mohesco on IG) have an inspiring, entertaining conversation with us discussing the principles that drive their business. They share the mistakes they have made (and what they have learned) along the way, as well as the parallels between running a business and parenting. 

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• How they met

Emmy Award winning stylist & CEO @angelacstyles left a full clientele in Chicago and moved to Los Angeles for a new experience. Wanting to get into set work, she targeted salons in the areas where celebrity clientele were common. She also shares her experience starting @consciouscurlshair as well as writing her children's book, 'Hair'.

Hairstylist & Business Educator @hairbyhunty discusses the results of a survey he conducted with 500 women who visit hair salons. The survey covered topics such as online booking, pre-booking appointments, and pricing models... lots of surprising results! Listen in to hear what everyday clients think about your business practices.

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@mikey_teeze joins us again this week to give a deep dive into his client-centric approach to his business. We talk marketing strategies that are working well for him, client retention, and raising your prices. Catch the first part of his interview on Ep. 278!

This Week's Topics:

• Raising prices: desire for your services

Eric moderated a panel discussion in San Francisco in front of stylists & salon owners to cover the different tech & social media apps and websites in use today in the salon industry. Special thanks to Jessica and @hairlooksapp who hosted the event.

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Companies got a bunch of Covid relief money... but what about the independent and self-employed? They did too, and it's still out there!

Fred Jones, Head Counsel and Advocate for the Professional Beauty Federation joins this week to share information on the FFCRA. This little known federal program seeks to replace income that 1099, self-employed and independent salon, spa, and barbershop workers lost during the Covid years — as a result of lockdowns, worksite capacity limits, Covid illness or vaccine reactions, medical or self-imposed quarantines, children stuck at home doing virtual/remote learning, etc.

Listen in to see if you qualify and how much you could be getting!

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Hairstylist & owner of @alchemycollectivehairlab Mikey Teeze shares how Punk influenced him from a young age and led him to hair. We also discuss the topic of self-doubt and the importance of a strong foundation to make building your career easier.

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• Brand Ambassadorship & how brands grow in the hair industry

• How Punk influenced Mikey from age 5

• Avoiding self-doubt and fighting through struggles 

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Patricia Nikole, creator of HI Contrast Hair Painting and the first Schwarzkopf USA Artistic Ambassador, joins us again to share how she has evolved her social media and education platforms over the past few years. We also discuss how she continues to use her iPhone 6! for shooting her content and her strategies for getting great finished looks of her clients.

Who is your dream client? This episode is part one of a 2-part series with stylist and salon owner Victor ValVerde.

This week we discuss the idea of clientele by design and how to build your books with high-paying, repeat clients.

SHOW NOTES:

• How he got into hair; gaining experience at all levels through Supercuts

• The 4 professions you should target when trying to build your clientele

• Referrals: How to use referrals to build your dream books

• Ways to market yourself digitally

• His move away from hairdressing and salon ownership into real estate, and what brought him back 

Eric shares a heartwarming message to all of our loyal listeners for the holiday season.

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Esthetician, Educator, and Beauty Biz Coach @CrystalNgoziCoaching shares with us effective marketing strategies and techniques if you struggle with putting yourself 'out there'. We also discuss pricing - how to stay competitive in your market and raise prices while keeping your clients.

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President of @saloninteractive Randy Cotten joins us to discuss the topic of retail sales. With Amazon making it easier than ever for clients to purchase on their own, what are the best ways for you to sell retail? We chat about the challenges and offer solutions for you to compete. 

This Week's Topics:

Irish stylist and International Educator Ryan Cullen tells us what's new and different in hairdressing over in Europe. He also discusses the challenges of raising his prices and what he needs to do about it.  

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@heyelizabethfaye struggled with major health issues back in 2019 and came to realize her work life & habits needed to change. She shares the science and power of breathwork and its impact on the nervous system. Her and Eric discuss the concept of finding ease and pleasure in business success, challenging the narrative of 'struggle' and 'grinding. Elizabeth also shares the offerings of Hair Love University, including retreats, masterminds, and personal development courses. 

This Week's Topics:

• The changes in her life in 2019

• Importance of breathwork

• Succeeding without a life full of pressure

• Questioning the Narrative of Struggle

• Hair Love University Offerings

• Industry Trends and Well-being

• Improving Education System

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@kathynunezhair struggled in high school, but found her true talent in hair and never looked back. She shares her experiences that led her here, including her first job as an 18 year old doing hair at JC Penny. 

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Ray Hornback, founder of @thebobco online edu and owner of @voltagesalon made a major career change by going to hair school later in life. He shares his path to the industry, as well as the current trends in haircuts and his approach to client consultations. We also discuss his approach to social media and how he completely changed the content he posts after reviewing his Instagram account.

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@loveerictaylor talks to @johnmaly about his new book “A Beautiful Business: The Maly’s Story”. We talk about how he went from 0 to 130 stores and $2 million to $200 million in sales over 18 years as well as the untold history of our industry in general.

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Krista Bartik aka @colorbykriss has been featured on Beauty Launchpad's Top 30 under 30 and 3-time finalist of the BTC Oneshot hair awards. We discuss her journey in the hair industry, her passion for education, and her upcoming independent venture. We also talk about photography tips, hacks for double booking, and the advantage of being young & willing to make mistakes.

Josh Skinner is a Television Producer and Host of the podcast American Influencer Real Talk. He gives us a rundown of the awards show, as well as a frank discussion about the realities of being an influencer and the psychological effects of social media in general. 

This Week's Topics:

Buddy Porter found success quickly in Los Angeles; he attests it to assisting, working hard, and saying yes to every opportunity. He goes over what aspects would be in his hypothetical book, 'How To Survive & Thrive as a LA stylist in 5 Years" and more:

• How he got into hair; hated classroom work but fought through it - really got into hair once he hit the floor and changed people’s looks. Took to cutting but not color; moved to LA to gain experience and get away from color.

• Being rep’ed by an agency: What jobs does this entail? How’s the pay?

• Behind the Chair: getting to the point of doing only the clients you want 

• Business tactics/advice: His pricing strategy: Client get price for life, but he raises his price each year & new clients get the current price. 

• Wave the Wand: How he would change the industry

• How to become successful in LA in 5 years: Assisting in LA, Client Retention, Staying professional.

• His Hair Horror Story!

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After a struggle running her first salon and move to Utah that made her start over, @jessicapowerspaints had a second chance to take over a salon and elevate the hair community there. She dove into the vivid hair movement and recently has won back-to-back BTC @oneshothairawards - as well as become an educator for multiple brands. We discuss the future of vivid hair and much more!

How creative do you get to be at your salon? @nealmhair found that he needed his independence to fully express his creativity behind the chair. We chat with him about the move to indie hairdressing as well as his move to LA and how he built a clientele.

SHOW NOTES:

• Getting past a troubled youth⁠

• His experience in hair school not ever having touched hair before⁠

• His struggles in traditional salons restricting his creativity⁠

• The move to indie /studio rental: key strategies⁠

• Exploring different aspects of the hair industry: what is right for you?

⁠• His IG and use of his account⁠

• His advice to new cosmo students⁠

• The move to LA and starting over with clientele⁠

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Do you take every client possible? You shouldn’t.

Our second part with @lugarciareynoso gets into the specifics of focusing your clientele to level up your business. We also discuss the underground hairdressing being done since Covid and why prices in the industry are wildly different.

Show Notes:  

• Getting involved in political activism during the shutdown 
• The lack of support from large industry businesses during shutdown 
• The underground hair movement continuing after re-opening: re-establishing professionalism 
• Why prices in the barbering industry are wildly different 
• Focusing on who you want your client to be 
• @modownbarberexhibit trade show & meetups
• Her Hair Horror Story 

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Bridal hair artist and educator Laura Chihaia @lalasupdos shares her incredible story of growing up in communist Romania and reaching for a better life in the United States. 

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Hairbrained CEO and Hb Conversations podcast host Gordon Miller @gordonm raps with @loveerictaylor about the state of education in the beauty industry and the influence of social media on hairstylists and their work. 

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As a salon owner, will you be legal? As an indie hairdresser, will you become an employee? California's new employment law takes effect Jan. 1st, 2020 with many other states watching to see how it all shakes out. ⁠
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@loveerictaylor spoke once more with employment attorney Jason Ross, who specializes in this new law as it relates to hairdressers. There have been updates and exemptions for our industry since the law was passed, so we asked Jason to fill us in on what's going on.
⁠- For an in-depth discussion on the law, check out his first interview on Ep.68 

Show Notes:

Eric interviews Atlanta color-correction expert Amelia Fugitt @AmeliaHairMakeup. They get into how to run a healthy commission salon, the difficulty of being a hairstylist, @processperfect, nightmare salon owners, decompressing, and her success on Instagram.

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Cut Artist and salon owner Sal Salcedo @salsalhair grew up as a ranch hand in Mexico. In this first of two episodes, we hear his amazing story about his journey to the U.S., and how he discovered his passion for being behind the chair. 

This Week's Topics:

A precision haircutter turned founder & CEO of The Ben Mollin Project, Ben is an independent thinker. He has used his experience in TV and hair education to create a mentoring program dedicated to giving stylists the tools they need to live the life they want.

Show Notes:

• His early days as a stylist; getting into a higher end salon and gaining a mentor; buying an existing salon when young and hating it

• Bravo Shear Genius & life after the show

• Education and Being On-stage; being entertaining and making things memorable - how that led to developing The Ben Mollin Project – Teaching stylists public speaking

• Top 3 things to do to become a better public speaker

• Living a minimalistic life: cutting down on the things in life that add stress but you don’t need

• His incredible Hair Horror Stories!

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Have you raised your prices post-quarantine? @philipwolffhair gives a look back at the past few months and explains why adjusting your workflow (and prices) post-quarantine is incredibly important. He also speaks about the 3 principles that have contributed most to his success throughout his career.

Show Notes:

• Back behind the chair after quarantine: adjusting your flow

• Raising your prices and helping your clients understand why

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Bridal Styling Educator and Life Coach @lalasupdos shares her journey from growing up in communist Romania to becoming a successful hairdresser and life coach in the United States.

She shares her recent health challenges, including a diagnosis of arthritis and Raynaud's, which led her to reevaluate her career in the hair industry. She discusses her transition to online education and the launch of her life coaching practice, emphasizing the importance of mindset to acheive your dreams. 

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We are with Gina Bianca again this week and continue the discussion on strategies to build your dream clientele. We then discuss her education and coaching, as well as the addictive qualities of social platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. What are some ways we can make sure we are using our time on these platforms to benefit our business?

There are so many dimes of pure wisdom to pluck out of this man’s brain. Here are just a few topics we go into:
How he got the name
Focus on family
Old school marketing
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Indie Educator of the Year & Ambassador @irapopesage was labeled a 'bad boy' in his youth - he shares his journey to becoming a successful platform artist in the hair industry.

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

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At LookBook 2019, we had Diego Elizarraras, Sofie Pok, and Byrd Mena sit down and field questions from barbers and stylists looking to gain insight into building brands, experience, and clientele. 

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@alfredo_lewis is back with us to share how he navigated the corporate world with Matrix and L'Oreal during the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss the current state of hair education and the challenges of navigating the online negativity and bullying that comes with social media stardom.

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Hair Educator & @toolsandbags Creator Tab Salsman joined us 4 years ago and discussed raising your prices, and that topic is even more important today. We also discuss the importance of consistency and the rise of virtual education. 

This Week's Topics:

• His move to Austin, Texas and starting over in a new place

Part 2 with @erica6style dives into the realities of being a blonding specialist. Erica shares how she has developed her policies & contracts over the years to decrease no-shows and avoid price shock. She also shares a hair horror story she is currently going through that reinforces the importance of having all the details of a visit covered.

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Celebrity stylist and Global Ambassador @kendalldorsey1 was very successful for years without a cosmo license, but came to a point where he needed it to advance his career. We also discuss how changing your location can be daunting and extremely challenging... but can also be the big break you need. 

This Week's Topics:

• Going to school for fashion; doing hair unlicensed in dorms

Sharon Spellman @sharon.simplyinsane continues sharing her journey to becoming an indie stylist. We discuss numerous meaty topics such as client expectations, setting boundaries, and knowing your worth.

This week's topics:

• Quitting position for influencer and striking out on her own from her boyfriend’s spare bedroom

Eric Taylor did some digging to find out what makes a smile so powerful, and how to use it in your day-to-day interaction with clients to make yourself happier and positively affect others.