The Hair Game

Latest Episodes:

HIGHLIGHTS • Are You Taking Care of Your Longtime Clients? w/ Akela Douglass Apr 22, 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.

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.

This Week's Topics:

• Transition from Corporate College to Hair Business

• Beauty School and First Salon Job

• Development of Curl Curriculum and Wella Partnership

• Return to Sacramento and Opening Got Roots Color Bar

• Akela's Education and Academy

• Non-Technical Education and Marketing

• Taking Care of Longtime Clients

• Difficult Conversations with Clients

• Navigating Political Conversations in the Salon

• Changing the Lack of Curly Hair Education

• Hair Horror Stories

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. 343 • Does Your Client Need to Be Canceled? w/ Stephanie Lawrence Apr 15, 2024

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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:

• Salon Growth and Expansion

• The Hair Industry in New Hampshire

• Client Behavior Trends

• Customer Service Horror Story

• Setting and Enforcing Boundaries

• Dealing with Client Misbehaviors

• Navigating Political Conversations in the Salon

• Her re-engaging with Instagram

• Creating Community Spaces

• The Importance of Kindness and Harmony

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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http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

HIGHLIGHTS • Does Your Client Need to Be Canceled? w/ Stephanie Lawrence Apr 15, 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:

• Salon Growth and Expansion

• The Hair Industry in New Hampshire

• Client Behavior Trends

• Customer Service Horror Story

• Setting and Enforcing Boundaries

• Dealing with Client Misbehaviors

• Navigating Political Conversations in the Salon

• Her re-engaging with Instagram

• Creating Community Spaces

• The Importance of Kindness and Harmony

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!

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

Ep. 342 • The 3 Most Important Aspects of Running Your Business w/ Ambrosia Carey Apr 08, 2024

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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.

This Week's Topics:

• Finding hair as a client; perfect mix of marketing and artistry

• Challenges of running a salon

• Successful stylist academy: what is important for a business

• Important Marketing topics

• Pricing

• Shutdown of TikTok?

• Her Hair Horror Story

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!

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

HIGHLIGHTS • The 3 Most Important Aspects of Running Your Business w/ Ambrosia Carey Apr 08, 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:

• Finding hair as a client; perfect mix of marketing and artistry

• Challenges of running a salon

• Successful stylist academy: what is important for a business

• Important Marketing topics

• Pricing

• Shutdown of TikTok?

• Her Hair Horror Story

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!

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

HIGHLIGHTS • Becoming The Seven Figure Boss w/ Adrienne Velazquez Apr 01, 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.

Adrienne Velazquez, also known as @TheSevenFigureBoss, shares her journey from being a hairstylist to becoming a business coach. She discusses the challenges she faced in rebranding her business after changing cities and the impact of social media on her success. Adrienne emphasizes the importance of belief and support from others in achieving her goals. Through her story, Adrienne inspires others to pursue their dreams and create positive change in their lives.

This Week's Topics:

• Move to San Antonio and building new clientele

• Utilizing FB and IG to build her brand and business

• Finding Brazilian Blowout and joining their edu team

• Becoming the seven figure boss during covid

• What is holding most people back from success

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!

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

Ep. 341 • Becoming The Seven Figure Boss w/ Adrienne Velazquez Apr 01, 2024

Show notes

This Week's Topics:

• Move to San Antonio and building new clientele

• Utilizing FB and IG to build her brand and business

• Finding Brazilian Blowout and joining their edu team

• Becoming the seven figure boss during covid

• What is holding most people back from success

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!

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

Ep. 340 • Keeping Your Slice of The Retail Pie w/ Randy Cotten Mar 25, 2024

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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:

Overview of Salon Interactive's Products and Services
Commission Structure for Hairdressers
Options Available to Hairdressers
Product Selection and Distribution
Challenges in the Beauty Industry

Product Diversion and Scams
Product Sales Trends
Price Increases and Product Information
Hair Product Diversion

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!

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

HIGHLIGHTS • Keeping Your Slice of The Retail Pie w/ Randy Cotten Mar 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.

This Week's Topics:

Overview of Salon Interactive's Products and Services
Commission Structure for Hairdressers
Options Available to Hairdressers
Product Selection and Distribution
Challenges in the Beauty Industry

Product Diversion and Scams
Product Sales Trends
Price Increases and Product Information
Hair Product Diversion

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!

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

Ep. 339 • How to Keep Your Social Media Flame Burning w/ Matt Beck Mar 18, 2024

Show notes

We are back this week with Matt Beck of @freesaloneducation to go deep on his strategies regarding what social platforms he chooses to spend his time & energy. We also get into the topic of balancing your passions with financial responsibilites, as well as your work and personal life.

This Week's Topics:

• His success repurposing content on FB

• What social platforms he puts effort into

• His setup and how he creates his videos

• Finding his sense of community again

• Passion vs. Not liking what you do

• Future of his content creation

• Hair horror story

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!

http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor