The Hair Game

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A Look Back at 2024 w/ Eric Taylor Dec 30, 2024

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Eric shares his thoughts on what's happened over the past year in our industry. We hope your year has been successful - and here's to even more success in the new year!

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

Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

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

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A Holiday Message from Eric Taylor Dec 23, 2024

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

A huge thanks to all of our Hair Gamers that continue to listen each week!

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

Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

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

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Ep. 378 • The Importance of Being Grateful w/ Kristi Day Dec 16, 2024

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"You can't work on your business if you yourself aren't whole."

Founder and Educator of the Drop Dead brand @dropdeadkristi emphasizes the importance of gratitude in her life and how it has helped her overcome personal struggles.

She also delves into her focus on creative color and extensions, from building a client base through social media to launching her own brand @dropdeadextensions. We discuss the process of branding and what it takes to make your brand effective.

This Week's Topics:

• Self-Expression and Personal Style • Overcoming Challenges in Beauty School • The Power of Gratitude • Building a Client Base Through Social Media • The Birth of Drop Dead Extensions • Creating a Unique Brand Identity • Balancing Salon Work and Education • The Importance of Personal Branding • Navigating Challenges in the Beauty Industry • Difficult Conversations with Clients Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

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

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

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HIGHLIGHTS • The Importance of Being Grateful w/ Kristi Day Dec 16, 2024

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

"You can't work on your business if you yourself aren't whole."

Founder and Educator of the Drop Dead brand @dropdeadkristi emphasizes the importance of gratitude in her life and how it has helped her overcome personal struggles.

This Week's Topics:

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

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'

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

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

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Ep 377 • 3 Things You Can Do (Right Now!) to Be Happier & More Successful BTC w/ Ryan Weeden Dec 09, 2024

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@mastersofbalayage Founder Ryan Weeden shares his top 3 things to focus on that will make you happier & more successful behind the chair. He also shares his experience creating a color line and the importance of coaching programs for personal growth.

This Week's Topics:

• The Hero Retreat • Launching a New Color Line • Navigating Financial Challenges in Business • Setting Boundaries • The Importance of Niching Down • Self-Care: The Foundation of Professional Success • Education and Empowerment Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

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

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

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

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http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

HIGHLIGHTS • 3 Things You Can Do (Right Now!) to Be Happier & More Successful BTC w/ Ryan Weeden Dec 09, 2024

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

This Week's Topics:

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

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

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Ep. 376 • How Competition Can Fuel Creative Growth w/ Erin Fernandes Dec 02, 2024

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Award-winning stylist and colorist @erinklfernandes delves into her creative process and shares how she grew from struggling student to NAHA Hairstylist of the Year. We also discuss the balance of her creative work with her regular BTC clients and why it's important to take weeks off at a time.

This Week's Topics:

• Erin's Background and Early Life • Creative Growth and Challenges • Reflections on Success and Recognition • Transitioning from Salon to Show Hair • Navigating Difficult Client Conversations • Wishes for the Industry's Future Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

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

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'

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

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http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

HIGHLIGHTS • How Competition Can Fuel Creative Growth w/ Erin Fernandes Dec 02, 2024

Show notes

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

This Week's Topics:

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

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'

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

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

Ep. 375 • Leaving Imposter Syndrome Behind w/ Ira Pope Sage Nov 25, 2024

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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.

This Week's Topics:

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

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

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'

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

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

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

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http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

HIGHLIGHTS • Leaving Imposter Syndrome Behind w/ Ira Pope Sage Nov 25, 2024

Show notes

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

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

This Week's Topics:

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

Here's what you do:

- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'

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

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

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

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

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