The Hair Game

Latest Episodes:

HIGHLIGHTS • 3 Important Life Mantras to Follow w/ Matt Swinney Sep 18, 2023

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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.

Rusk Global Creative Director and salon owner @matt.swinney realized he needed to add positive habits and discipline to his life to reach the goals he wanted to achieve. He shares with us the 3 pillars that he lives his life by, and explains how they have helped him gain success in his career.

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Ep. 314 • Hairdressing in the New Generation w/ Michael Cole Sep 11, 2023

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The digital age has brought massive changes to our industry... have you been able to adapt?

Salon coach and stylist business guru Michael Cole @michaelcole_summit has seen many decades of change to hairdressing. We discuss what new hairdressers are doing differently, as well as client behaviors that are markers for the future.

This Week's Topics:

• The new generation of stylists and what is different

• Changes in hairdressing: the consultation

• Philosophies and principles that he follows to navigate life

• Knowing when it's time to raise your prices and how much

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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HIGHLIGHTS • Hairdressing in the New Generation w/ Michael Cole Sep 11, 2023

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.

The digital age has brought massive changes to our industry... have you been able to adapt?

This Week's Topics:

• The new generation of stylists and what is different

• Changes in hairdressing: the consultation

• Philosophies and principles that he follows to navigate life

• Knowing when it's time to raise your prices and how much

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

Ep. 313 • The Best Way to Improve Yourself & Your Skills w/ John Mosley Sep 04, 2023

Show notes

Paul Mitchell Artistic Director John Mosley @popular_nobody always has a ton of knowledge and wisdom to share! We talk about improving yourself, prioritizing your time, and much more.

This week's topics:

• How he balances different aspects of his career

• What he is seeing at the Paul Mitchell Barber School

• The best ways to improve yourself and your skills

• How to choose and prioritize your time

• How to choose the right booking app for you

• 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.

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 Best Way to Improve Yourself & Your Skills w/ John Mosley Sep 04, 2023

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.

Paul Mitchell Artistic Director John Mosley @popular_nobody always has a ton of knowledge and wisdom to share! We talk about improving yourself, prioritizing your time, and much more.

This week's topics:

• How he balances different aspects of his career

• What he is seeing at the Paul Mitchell Barber School

• The best ways to improve yourself and your skills

• How to choose and prioritize your time

• How to choose the right booking app for you

• 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.

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

Ep. 312 • Are Noncompete Agreements in the Salon Legal? w/ Carrie Smith Aug 28, 2023

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Paul Mitchell Educator and soon-to-be salon owner @carrielovesedu hears many stories from her students about the issues they have with noncompete agreements when joining a salon. We discuss the legality of these forms, as well as state of the beauty school and the importance of industry integrity.

This Week's Topics:

• Her advocacy for industry integrity; protecting the stylist and following laws

• Non-compete clauses within the salon industry

• The state of cosmo schools: deregulation, attendance levels, graduation rates and placement levels, federal oversight

• Her experience as an educator

• What she would change about the industry: valuing yourself

• 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.

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 • Are Noncompete Agreements in the Salon Legal? w/ Carrie Smith Aug 28, 2023

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:

• Her advocacy for industry integrity; protecting the stylist and following laws

• Non-compete clauses within the salon industry

• The state of cosmo schools: deregulation, attendance levels, graduation rates and placement levels, federal oversight

• Her experience as an educator

• What she would change about the industry: valuing yourself

• 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.

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

Ep. 311 • Guiding Your Client's Hair Journey w/ Mz. Lady Lox Aug 21, 2023

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Loctician and natural haircare icon @mzladylox creates unique hairstyles where no two are the same. She describes her client experience and shares the importance of making them feel good during their journey of growing locs. We also discuss her reasons for leaving a commission-based salon to go independent.

This Week's Topics:

• Attending the first natural hair school in Virginia

• Moved to Georgia for corporate job but transitioned to hair full-time

• Choosing to leave a commission-based salon and going indie

• Describing her client experience; the importance of her client's journey

• Building her brand and monetizing her techniques

• Advice for young hairdressers focusing on natural hair

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 • Guiding Your Client's Hair Journey w/ Mz. Lady Lox Aug 21, 2023

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:

• Attending the first natural hair school in Virginia

• Moved to Georgia for corporate job but transitioned to hair full-time

• Choosing to leave a commission-based salon and going indie

• Describing her client experience; the importance of her client's journey

• Building her brand and monetizing her techniques

• Advice for young hairdressers focusing on natural hair

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

Ep. 310 • Why You Need to Get Inspired Right Now w/ Meaghan Masterson Aug 14, 2023

Show notes

Does your own work inspire you?

@meaghanmastersonhair realized she needed to find passion in her work to reinvigorate herself. She shares her steps to get inspired and what her creative process looks like now. We also get into trends and styles in the industry, as well as what she would change about it.

This Week's Topics:

• Falling in love with hair and makeup at age 14, getting cosmo degree in high school program

• Left first salon after 13 years due to toxic culture

• Finding what inspires her

• Her process for creating content

• Trends and styles she is loving right now

• What she would change about the industry

• 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.

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

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