Grow My Salon Business Podcast

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187 Embracing Change and Continuous Hair Education with Long Hair Expert Sharon Blain Apr 11, 2023

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Any career path has a beginning, a middle and an end. For some people, that entire journey is a brief couple of years, and for almost everyone, there is a peak and then a gradual decline in passion, creativity and relevance.

But every so often, someone comes along whose career continues to evolve on an upward trajectory that spans a lifetime and influences many generations of hairdressers. Today's guest is long hair expert Sharon Blain, and she is one such person.

For almost 60 years, Sharon's career has thrived, but 2023 is the year of her 'final world tour.' This year, for the last time, she will visit various cities across five continents to do what she does better than anyone: educate and inspire another generation of hairdressers in the art of dressing long hair!

So, if you haven't had the opportunity to attend one of Sharon's boot camps, now is probably your last chance. But whether you attend one or not, I hope you enjoy this very special episode I recorded eight years ago with a very special member of the hairdressing industry.

In this episode, we discuss:

The importance of continuous education.
The success that Sharon has achieved through her digital-focused marketing approach.
The value in setting goals for yourself and embracing change.

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/187/

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186 Is the Future of Salon Operations Going Front Desk Free? with Jen Le Blanc. Apr 04, 2023

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I am often asked how salons should go about removing the front desk and what the potential challenges are that might come with it.

Without a doubt, the idea of a desk-less salon appeals to a lot of people and to varying degrees, they implement it.

Salons that remove the front desk are creating a different client experience. Removing the front desk automates and streamlines the salon operations, and any problems that it might create are easily solved with technology.

My guest on today's Podcast is the Operations Manager and Director of Marketing at Salon Rootz salon in Medina, Ohio, and she is a ‘desk-free evangelist!’

In this episode, we discuss:

Reassessing salon operations in a post covid world
Removing the front desk and the challenges and opportunities that come with it
Virtual check-in for salons
Creating a contactless salon experience
Chairside checkout
Closing on Fridays

And lots more…

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/186

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185 Buying an Existing Salon? How to Ensure a Smooth Transition. Mar 27, 2023

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When you buy an existing salon business, there will inevitably be things you want to (and possibly need to) change.

Sometimes everything goes well, and the transition is a huge success for the new owner, the employees, and the clients. However, just because the salon business model is simple doesn’t mean a salon is a simple business to run, and taking over an existing salon can also end in tears, financial losses, and half of the team walking out.

Nobody wants the latter experience, so tune in to this episode to hear what you can do to limit the risks of buying a business and make the experience a positive one for everybody involved.

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/185/

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184 Meet Kerry Warn: A True Hairdressing Master. Mar 21, 2023

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When Nicole Kidman describes you as the best hairdresser in the world, it is safe to say you’ve mastered your craft!

Kerry Warn is the man behind the iconic hairstyles seen in movies like Eyes Wide Shut, The Stepford Wives, The Great Gatsby, Bewitched, Mrs America, Grace of Monaco, and Bladerunner…(to name a few)

And you would have seen his work on the world's biggest fashion catwalks…

And on the cover of leading fashion magazines …

Today's podcast is an interview that was done in 2015, but Kerry is still very much active today. What stood out most when talking to him eight years ago was his humility, his charm, and his insights into fashion and hair and beauty. He has a depth of knowledge that is extremely rare.

Kerry's journey is one of commitment, dedication, and passion that I know you will be inspired by, so tune in to hear what it takes to become a true hairdressing master!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/184

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183 What Does It Take To Do Over Half A Million Dollars A Year Behind the Chair? With Denise Deering Mar 14, 2023

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It turns out that producing over half a million dollars behind the chair annually is not about being a celebrity stylist, a fashion week backstage superstar, or having a huge social media following.

Today is the first in a series of three episodes over the coming weeks where I will be talking to hairstylists who make extraordinarily high revenue figures behind the chair about what it does take!

My guest on today's podcast is Denise Deering from JUUT SalonSpa in Palo Alto. In her 28 years behind the chair, Denise has never needed to take a sick day, and she is still wholeheartedly passionate about what she does.

In today’s podcast, we will discuss:

The key to making extraordinary figures working behind the chair
How long it takes to build up a column
Avoiding burnout
Finding balance

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/183/

Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

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182 The Business of Change: Essential Skills for Salon Success Mar 06, 2023

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Change is a theme that has been coming through strongly in the interviews that I have been having on the show.

Even though we are in the ‘business of change’ (i.e. we change the appearance of those who sit in our chairs), the salon industry is often slow to embrace things like changing attitudes, technology, or business models.

In business and life, I firmly believe that change is not only good for your business but also essential for keeping you inspired and motivated. But I am just as firm in my belief that some foundational elements don’t ever need to change.

So, tune in for an episode where I share my thoughts on implementing change while being careful not to throw out the good with the bad!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/182/

Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

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Got a question you want answered on the podcast? DM me your question over on Instagram or just come on over to connect at: https://www.instagram.com/growmysalonbusiness/

181 Creating Gender-Affirming Salon Spaces with Kristin Rankin Feb 28, 2023

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My guest on today’s Podcast is Toronto-based hairdresser Kristin Rankin, a salon owner at Fox & Jane and the founder of the Dresscode Project.

The salon industry is traditionally very gendered, and the Dresscode Project aims to create gender-affirming spaces through training and educating people working in the industry to give people haircuts that make them look the way they feel!

In today’s podcast, we will discuss:

What exactly the Dresscode Project does, and the impact it is having
The concept of suitability
Salon pricing…

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/181/

Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

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Got a question you want answered on the podcast? DM me your question over on Instagram or just come on over to connect at: https://www.instagram.com/growmysalonbusiness/

180 What Cultural Progression in the Salon Industry Looks Like with Tom White Feb 21, 2023

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These days we hear a lot about the changing culture in salons and the changing needs and expectations of today's workforce. In order to stay relevant in the salon industry today, salon owners need to be open to cultural progression.

Tom White, the founder of Melbourne-based salon, Same Same But Different, is a salon owner with an interesting, new-age take on what creating a modern salon culture is all about. The four foundational pillars of Same Same But Different are diversity, community, creativity, and honesty, and Tom’s approach is all about simplifying the salon experience and creating something special not just for the guests but for the hairdressers too!

In today’s podcast, we discuss:

Brand pillars
Flexible working hours
Motivation
Profit margins
Salon retail

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/180/

Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast. I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast!

Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews”, tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review”, and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

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179: Exploring and Embracing New Business Opportunities with Daniel Di Iorio Feb 14, 2023

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Being in business is a journey, and like all journeys, no matter how prepared you think you are, there will always be unanticipated surprises along the way.

Sometimes the surprises are that good things happen, so things work out better than you expected. Other times, there are surprises that are less than ideal, and as a business owner, you have to deal with the fallout that comes with them. Either way, it’s important to be willing to compromise and accept that you may need to pivot more than once!

My guest on today’s episode is Australian Hairdresser Daniel Di Iorio, who has been in business for 11 years but is now relocating and opening a new salon.

This episode is part 1 of a series of episodes in which we will follow his journey, highs, lows, and all!

In today’s podcast, we discuss:

· Budgets

· Interior design

· Rebranding

· Staffing

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/179/

Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

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Got a question you want answered on the podcast? DM me your question over on Instagram or just come on over to connect at: https://www.instagram.com/growmysalonbusiness/

178 What is the Ultimate Purpose of Marketing? With Antony Whitaker Feb 07, 2023

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If you stopped ten hairdressers in the street and asked them what marketing is, you would probably get ten different answers.

I’m going to guess and say that a big percentage of them would say that marketing is advertising.

And a big percentage of people these days would talk about marketing as being social media.

The majority would also probably say that marketing is about getting ‘New Clients’ into the salon, and perhaps that’s where the problem starts. Because although they are not wrong, marketing is about so much more than that.

In today’s podcast, I talk about what the purpose of marketing really is.

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/178

Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

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And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get automatic updates.

Got a question you want answered on the podcast? DM me your question over on Instagram or just come on over to connect at: https://www.instagram.com/growmysalonbusiness/

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