The Hair Game

Latest Episodes:

HIGHLIGHTS • Satisfying Your Creative Drive w/ Charlie Price Feb 12, 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.

Renowned hairdresser and educator @charliepricehair shares his journey in the hair industry and his unique perspective as a hair activist and contrarian. We discuss his transition from working behind the chair to focusing on creative projects and collaborations, as well the need for personal fulfillment and staying true to oneself in the industry.

This week's topics:

• His experience on Shear Genius

• Going to beauty school to fund his art school but staying in the industry

• Economics of staying with brands vs. being independent

• How he evolves and satisfies his creative drive

• What his current schedule looks like and whats next

• 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!

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Ep. 333 • Balancing Your Prices & Client Loyalty w/ Antony Whitaker Feb 05, 2024

Show notes

Salon Coach Antony Whitaker of @growmysalonbusiness has TONS of knowledge to help you with your business, and he joins us again to share some insight into our industry. Antony emphasizes the importance of providing great service and shares tips on managing money. We also discuss the factors to consider when determining your pricing.

This Week's Topics:

• The Impact of COVID-19 on the Salon Industry

• Providing Great Service to Fill Empty Appointments

• Managing Money and Pricing Services

• Factors to Consider in Pricing

• Managing Price Points and Loyalty

• The Importance of Online Booking Platforms

• Choosing the Right Booking App

• Customization and Target Market

Also check out Antony's podcast 'Grow My Salon Business'!

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 • Balancing Your Prices & Client Loyalty w/ Antony Whitaker Feb 05, 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:

• The Impact of COVID-19 on the Salon Industry

• Providing Great Service to Fill Empty Appointments

• Managing Money and Pricing Services

• Factors to Consider in Pricing

• Managing Price Points and Loyalty

• The Importance of Online Booking Platforms

• Choosing the Right Booking App

• Customization and Target Market

Also check out Antony's podcast 'Grow My Salon Business'!

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. 332 • Guiding Your Client to a More Unique Look w/ Brian Hickman Jan 29, 2024

Show notes

Creative Director and Educator @brianhickman1 shares his journey in the industry and offers valuable insights. We discuss the importance of networking and stepping out of your comfort zone to meet inspiring individuals. He also shares his process of creating bespoke looks for clients and encourages hairdressers to be creative and adaptable.

This week's topics:

• Training educators then vs now

• Opening doors by introducing yourself and networking

• How to guide your client to more unique looks

• What makes the biggest impact in his edu classes

• What he would change about the industry

• 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 • Guiding Your Client to a More Unique Look w/ Brian Hickman Jan 29, 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:

• Training educators then vs now

• Opening doors by introducing yourself and networking

• How to guide your client to more unique looks

• What makes the biggest impact in his edu classes

• What he would change about the industry

• 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

Ep. 331 • The Healing Journey That Changed Elizabeth Faye's Life Jan 22, 2024

Show notes

@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

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 Healing Journey That Changed Elizabeth Faye's Life Jan 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.

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

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. 330 • Which Booking App is Right for You? w/ Hunter Donia Jan 15, 2024

Show notes

Hairstylist & Business Educator @hairbyhunty is back to discuss with Eric the popular booking apps in the beauty industry, including Square, Gloss Genius, and Vagaro. They explore the features, pricing, and user experiences of each platform. They also touch on the trade-offs between functionality and simplicity, as well as the expansion of these apps into other industries. Overall, they provide insights into the different options available for beauty professionals looking for a booking app.

This Week's Topics:

• List of popular booking apps

• Processing Fees

• Features of each app

• What he likes/dislikes about the platforms

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 • Which Booking App is Right for You? w/ Hunter Donia Jan 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:

• List of popular booking apps

• Processing Fees

• Features of each app

• What he likes/dislikes about the platforms

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. 329 • What Clients Want: A Survey of 500 Women w/ Hunter Donia Jan 08, 2024

Show notes

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.

This Week's Topics:

• Description of the survey

• Preferences regarding online booking

• Preferences for Pre-Booking

• Digital forms for consultations

• Preferences for pricing models

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