Successful indie hairdresser @hollydoesgreathair has over 20 years experience in the hair industry, including the last 5 years in a salon studio. She shares her approach to social media, business & pricing strategies, and client expectations.

Certified Trichologist & Hair Loss Expert Laura Volpe @maneinkny became interested in helping people with hair loss after years as a hairstylist. She explains the role of a Trichologist and discusses the various causes, differences in treatments, and need for education in the beauty industry regarding hair loss.

For Laura’s hairstylist educational offerings – visit @maneinkacademy on IG!

Salon business coach & trainer @saloncoachsjg shares a TON of advice and strategy to improve your business. We discuss how to track data to make better decisions, as well as topics such as client retention and mindset.

Multiple award-winning hairstylist and educator @glam.breanne credits hair competitions in refining her skills as well as adding new ones to her skillset.   We discuss the importance of creativity, persistence, and the emotional aspects of sharing art. She also talks about the investment required in the world of editorial work and the balance between artistic expression and commercial success.  

@sarahzstylz never imagined being an educator, but after teaching her first class she was so fullfilled she made it a permanent part of her career. Through the BTC team, she has also been able to create additional revenue opportunites behind the chair. 

We discuss the evolution of hair education and how she navigates multiple income streams. Sarah also opens up about living with multiple sclerosis and how it has shaped her career. 

Salon business coach @ninatulio was $90K in debt when she realized that her lack of vision, mission, and branding had to change. 

She discusses the challenges she faced, including financial struggles and personal growth, and how she turned her business around. Nina emphasizes the importance of pricing strategies, leadership, and creating a positive culture in the beauty industry.

With a focus on relatability and humor, @thebaileylavender discusses how she built her clientele through education and personal connection, the impact of social media on her career, and the importance of mental health in the beauty industry. She also offers insights into navigating client relationships, monetizing content, and the challenges of being a public figure in the hairstyling world.

Antonio Estrada @antestradahair shares his journey from a small town in New Mexico to becoming a successful hairdresser. We discuss the significance of enhancing client experience, as well as the imortance of professionalism & setting boundaries with clients.

As a third-generation hairdresser Denise Mahoney @colourauthority shares her family’s legacy in the industry, her experiences living in Hawaii, and the evolution of her salon in Oregon. She reflects on the changes in client behavior post-COVID and the challenges faced in her neighborhood

We also delve into into her balayage techniques and the importance of education and mentorship in hairdressing.

Michelle Cook @smallbusinessCPA, an accountant specializing in the beauty industry, discusses the implications of the recently passed Big Beautiful Bill. The conversation covers new tax law changes that will significantly impact hairstylists and salon owners.