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  • I often say that opening a business gives you a great education. Not just into the skills needed in management, finance, and marketing.

    But also the understanding and insights that come with the responsibility of employing people, training them and coaching them to become the best version possible of themselves.

    On today's episode, I’m talking with returning guest salon owner and now author Martha Lynn Kale of the Mirror Mirror salon in Austin, Texas, who has written a book about getting the most out of the early years of your career.

    In today’s podcast, we discuss:

    - Martha Lynn’s book “The Ambitious Stylist” Making the Most of Cosmetology School.
    - Why hand in hand with freedom, flexibility and autonomy comes personal responsibility, accountability and owning the outcome.
    - Advice on building a clientele and developing your own personal brand.

    And lots more!

    IN THIS EPISODE:

    (01:17) Introducing Martha Lynn Kale

    (02:30) Martha Lynn's journey and book inspiration

    (02:56) Martha Lynn’s Beauty School experience

    (08:40) Key messages from 'The Ambitious Stylist'

    (15:00) Talking about building a clientele and personal branding

    (15:53) Discussing Interview tips and professionalism

    (30:35) The role of mentorship and apprenticeships within the industry

    (34:36) Best advice for Beauty School students

    (38:24) Discussing the future of Beauty Schools

    (42:56) Where to connect and find the book

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    Until next time!
    Antony

    RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

    Episode 21: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/021/

    Episode 232: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/232/

    Instagram: The Ambitious Stylist: https://www.instagram.com/theambitiousstylist/

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  • Getting to the top of this industry isn’t easy. Staying there is even harder.

    Dublin-based, multi-award-winning hairdresser and salon owner Dylan Bradshaw has just been awarded Salon of the Year for the UK and Ireland.

    Dylan and his wife and business partner Charlotte have recently completed a total refit of what was already a great salon.

    They’ve taken it to the next level and are pushing the boundaries by redefining what they see as the salon of the future.

    If you're a salon owner looking for inspiration and practical advice on growing and innovating your business, this episode is a must-listen.

    In today’s podcast, we will discuss:

    The importance of building a brand identity Why brands need to continually evolve if they are to remain relevantWhat it means to diversify the traditional salon offering


    And lots more!

    IN THIS EPISODE:

    00:41 Meet Dylan Bradshaw: Award-winning Dublin based hairdresser

    02:06 The evolution of salon awards and the impact of AI on Hairdressing awards

    06:23 The journey of Dylan's salon transformation

    28:16 Dylan's creative vision and business partnership

    28:50 Discussing the design philosophy, sustainability and repurposing salon materials.

    34:56 Bringing homewares into the mix and having an online presence

    40:54 Financial management and planning for a refit

    46:14 Team culture and discussing different business models

    54:14 Lessons learned and final thoughts

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    🙏 Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    👉 Here's what you do:

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    - Click on ‘Write a Review’ I love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Thank you for your support! 🙏

    Until next time!
    Antony

    RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

    Professor Anita Elberse’s Harvard case study, on which she and Sir Alex expanded in a packed classroom at London Business School, featured in a BBC1 documentary, titled Sir Alex Ferguson: Secrets of Success.

    Harvard’s Ferguson Formula has eight lessons for leaders, including foundation-building, standard-setting, team renewal, readiness to win, control retention, media management, observation and continuous adaptation.

    Sir Alex Ferguson Secrets of Success Documentary - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbtZjIEs5r0

    Ferguson’s Formula - Harvard Business Review https://hbr.org/2013/10/fergusons-formula

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    Website: https://www.dylanbradshaw.com/

  • Every four years, the Olympics and the Paralympics come along.

    And even if you’re not someone who is usually that fussed by athletics, swimming, gymnastics, etc., you just can’t help but be exposed to it, whether it’s on Social media, the news or on TV, it’s everywhere!

    And if you’re like most people, you can’t help but be impressed with what those incredible athletes are capable of.

    But what we see is the ‘end results’ after years of commitment and dedication.

    So what's that got to do with hairdressing? On the surface, it has nothing to do with hairdressing.

    But I can’t help thinking about the parallels that there are about ‘being the best’ at whatever it is that you do.

    In today’s episode, I talk about how being good at anything in life requires you to make finer distinctions about whatever it is that you want to master.

    It requires training, it requires huge levels of commitment and determination, and it requires sacrifice in other areas of your life in order to achieve the goal whatever it is.

    In this Episode:

    00:00 Introduction and explanation for last week's missing episode

    01:35 A moment of reflection

    02:46 The path to success: lessons from the Olympics

    04:54 Parallels between sport and hairdressing

    08:45 The importance of making distinctions

    12:08 Introducing the Super Stylist Course

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast. I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast!

    Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get automatic updates.

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources mentioned:


    Watch: “We’re the Super Humans” Rio Paralympics 2016 trailer.

    Grow My Salon Business

    Super Stylist Online Course | Website | Facebook | Instagram


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  • When you’ve been in this industry a long time, you not only see trends and businesses come and go, but you also see people come and go.

    But, longevity as a hairdresser and remaining relevant throughout your career is not only a skill in itself, but if you can remain passionate and keep evolving with the times, the result is that you build up a range of skills that leave you with a fantastic legacy to pass on to the generations that follow.

    My guest today is one such person; Ruth Roche has had many roles in the industry, and over a 40 year career, she has done all of them well and continues to inspire hairdressers at every stage of their career.

    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Using humour to break down barriers and create engagement as an educatorThe value in working across different areas in the industryDefining beauty and suitability

    And lots more!

    IN THIS EPISODE :

    01:11 Introducing Ruth Roche: A diverse and passionate career in Hairdressing

    02:34 The role of humour in hairdressing

    06:21 Mastering communication skills as a hairdresser and presenter

    09:52 Discussing Ruth’s diverse career paths in hairdressing

    17:31 Defining beauty and suitability

    25:23 Reflecting on 40 years in hairdressing

    25:49 Opening a salon: The challenges and triumphs

    29:09 Transitioning to business ownership

    36:50 The Importance of versatility in hairdressing

    37:24 Global perspectives on the hair industry

    42:02 Embracing short haircuts and overcoming fears

    45:17 Where to connect with Ruth Roche

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

    Grow My Salon Business

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    Ruth Roche

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    The Golden Goat Podcast

  • We all have a money story. An event or series of events in our young lives that shape how we see money, how we value money and how either we learn to master money, or it masters you.

    Inevitably your ‘money story’ will largely be influenced by your parents and your exposure to their habits and thoughts around money.

    But as a business owner the money story you have from your upbringing and the thoughts and habits you have developed may not serve you well in business.

    In business, you need to learn to master money, or it will master you.

    That doesn’t mean that you have to become an accountant or bookkeeper.

    But it does mean that you need to learn to manage the money that flows through your business so that you can build a profitable business and create the lifestyle that you want for yourself and your family.

    In today's episode we discuss:


    ● Why not everyone should be self-employed.

    ● What your accountant’s job is.

    ● Why financial management is your responsibility.

    For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/258

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast. I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast!

    Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get automatic updates.

    Got a question you want answered on the podcast? DM me your question over on Instagram or just come on over to connect at: https://www.instagram.com/growmysalonbusiness/

  • Over the last 20 years, there has been a significant shift in the way the hairdressing industry works.

    Driven by changes in technology combined with social media and generational changes with today’s hairdressers wanting more flexibility, more freedom and more control over when where and how they work has meant that new business models have emerged.

    Particularly in the United States the salon suite or salon studio has radically changed how the industry operates, and there’s no going back.

    As a result the traditional commission based or ‘employee employer’ based business model has been dramatically impacted and is continuing to evolve in order to meet the demands of a changing workforce.

    My guest on today's podcast is returning guest Eric Taylor, founder of the incredibly successful Salon Republic, which, in my opinion, has the best Salon Suite or Salon Studio business model in the industry.

    In today’s podcast, we talk about

    How the salon suite model continues to evolve and adapt What you need to do to succeed as an independent business of one The challenges that all suites and small businesses face today

    In this Episode:

    01:38 Introducing Eric Taylor and Salon Republic

    03:41 The Impact of COVID-19 on Salon Republic

    04:00 The growth and expansion of Salon Republic

    06:11 Reflecting on the salon suite industry today

    19:27 Discussing the challenges and opportunities in the salon suite industry

    24:29 Building a strong client base

    26:03 The challenges faced by Independent Beauty Professionals

    27:24 Common mistakes of new suite owners

    30:04 Inflation and pricing strategies

    43:00 Discussing the success rates in the Salon Industry

    44:44 Conclusion and where you can connect with Eric

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

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    Eric Taylor

    Instagram

    Salon Republic

    Website | Instagram

  • These days, we talk a lot about mental health and self-care and rightly so.

    The most simple aim in life is to be happy. And if we can leave everyone we come into contact with a little happier for the experience, then surely that's a day well spent.

    My guest on today's podcast is Oscar Bond, not only is he one of the happiest people I know, but he's also a great hairdresser, a very accomplished educator, a great entertainer, and he has a stutter, and the most refreshing thing is he couldn't care less about it.

    Like most of us, Oscar admits to having all the daily challenges that we all face, and amongst the good times he has had some tough times in business.

    But through it all, he's always smiling and makes those around him lighten up and laugh.

    In today's podcast, we will discuss:

    ● Happiness

    ● Stuttering 
and


    ● Overcoming the challenges that life throws at you

    And lots more!

    In this Episode:


    00:51 Meet Oscar Bond: The king of happiness
    01:25 The secret to happiness
    07:11 Dealing with stuttering
    18:17 Oscar's journey: From Sassoon's UK to the USA
    20:56 Facing Adversity: The school fire and bankruptcy
    24:18 Appreciating life and work
    25:06 Facing bankruptcy and recovery
    26:18 The importance of having supportive people in your life.
    30:09 Challenges in the Salon Industry today
    32:23 The shift towards independent salons
    36:01 Leadership and excellence in salons
    37:51 The evolution of haircutting trends
    43:50 Connect with Oscar on social media
    45:29 Final thoughts and farewell

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

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    Oscar Bond

    Instagram



    Podcasts mentioned on this episode

    Episode 136 with David Wagner

    Episode 141 with Van Council

    Episode 244 with Eric Fisher

  • Should you mix salon ownership with coaching, teaching, podcasting, session work, course creating, etc?

    These are all things that I have done or are currently doing
 And they all provide reward, both in terms of personal fulfillment and the potential for financial gain.

    And they are right for some people, and definitely not right for others.

    In this week’s episode we look at the numerous opportunities that salon owners might consider pursuing and ask the question: are they a distraction or a benefit to building a salon business?

    In this Episode:

    01:57 Exploring the side hustle of coaching and education etc for a second stream of income

    03:51 Antony’s career journey and how that led to growmysalonbusiness.com

    05:14 Balancing salon ownership and side hustles

    06:35 The realities of being a traveling educator

    13:30 The challenges of coaching and education in the hair and beauty industry

    15:00 The glamour and hard work of salon ownership

    20:41 Final thoughts and resources

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

    Grow My Salon Business

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    Money Course

  • Today's episode is Part 2 which follows on from last week’s episode with Tracey Woodward.

    In today’s episode we delve into Tracey's career journey, starting from her transition into the hairdressing industry, her impactful time at Aveda and Urban Retreat, and the various roles she undertook.

    Tracey opens up about overcoming personal challenges, imposter syndrome, and the transformative journey of taking control of her health.

    The discussion touches on the importance of community, spirituality and resilience.

    In today’s show amongst other things we discuss


    ● The importance of authenticity and determination in personal and professional growth.

    ● Taking control of your health

    ● Giving back

    And lots more

    For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/254

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

  • Our lives are a journey, and like every journey, where you start out and where you end up is what makes life so interesting.

    My guest on this episode is Tracey Woodward, who, like many people, didn't have the easiest start in life. However, unlike many people, she didn't let her past define her future.

    Tracey shares her life story, starting with being born prematurely to a teenage mother in the 1960s to her struggle with illiteracy and surviving in an environment marked by crime and neglect.

    Despite these challenges, Tracey's perseverance and determination saw her rise to senior positions in renowned beauty companies such as Aveda, Urban Retreat, and Donna Karan.

    Tracey's story is a story of resilience and the power of transformation.

    It's a story of grit, street smarts, personal reinvention and a living example of "Your past does not equal your future."

    So, on today's podcast, we discuss:

    ● The importance of looking like you belong.

    ● Why you shouldn't be afraid of asking for help 
and


    ● Not being afraid of getting it wrong.

    And lots more!

    In this Episode:

    01:24 Introducing Tracey Woodward
    03:24 Tracy's early life and struggles
    09:12 Stories of survival and street smarts
    16:19 Learning to read and write
    22:25 Choosing a different path in life
    27:37 Discovering support and an introduction to the beauty world
    37:52 Career milestones and mentorship
    41:37 Overcoming challenges and achieving success
    45:30 Reflecting on personal growth

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

    Grow My Salon Business

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    Tracey Woodward

    Instagram |

  • My guest today is Hellen Ward who as well as being a wife, mother, author, lecturer, educator, and managing director, is also the co-founder along with her husband Richard of the Richard Ward hair and Metro Spa located in the heart of London’s Chelsea.

    Hellen is highly regarded in the industry for not just having built a great business that is undoubtedly one of the country's leading salons but also for her passion, commitment and common sense insights when it comes to the UK hairdressing industry


    So, in today’s podcast we will discuss:


    ● The meaning of Luxury in the salon industry

    ● Having Royalty as part of your clientele 
and

    ● The challenges and opportunities that the industry is facing

    And lots more!

    In this Episode:

    01:13 Introducing Helen Ward: A multifaceted hair industry leader

    01:44 Defining luxury in the salon industry

    07:54 An overview of the Richard Ward Salon

    15:11 The unique services of Richard Ward Hair and Metro Spa

    17:53 The importance of customer experience

    24:38 Serving royalty: A peek into the royal clientele

    28:48 Challenges of scaling and outsourcing

    30:19 Advice for growing salon owners

    32:17 The importance of delegation

    35:45 Guest artists and diversifying services

    37:59 The rise of chair rental and its implications

    42:40 Team retention and leadership lessons

    48:38 Flexibility in the modern workplace

    53:50 Final thoughts and connecting with Helen Ward

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.
    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

    Grow My Salon Business

    Website | Facebook | Instagram


    Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa

    Website | Instagram

    Hellen Ward

    Instagram

  • What does your salon and your country have in common?

    That’s not a trick question!

    This year, there are elections in many countries, and as always, politicians are making lots of promises about how they’re going to make our lives better by spending more money on the things that matter.

    But here’s the problem: Your government, my government, or any government doesn’t make any money of their own.


    So, in order for them to spend more money, they need to raise more money, and just like your salon, there’s only four ways that they can do that.

    For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/251/

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

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  • There are only a very small number of hairdressers who at any one time influence hairdressing all over the world.

    I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to interview some of them on the podcast, and I always relish the chance to find out what it is that separates their ability from others.

    My guest on today’s Podcast is returning guest Eugene Souleiman, who is without doubt one of the very top session hairdressers in the world.

    Eugene is that rare breed of hairstylist who really is an artist. His work inspires other editorial stylists and salon hairdressers alike the world over, and along with 2 or 3 other people he is at the top of the pile.

    In today’s episode, we discuss:


    ● The creative process

    ● The importance of mentors

    ● The Wig Academy

    And lots more!

    In this Episode:

    [01:42] How Eugene defines beauty.
    [07:32] The challenge of creating the impossible!
    [10:05] The important lessons from Eugene's training with Trevor Sorbie, that have underpinned his career.
    [11:02] What makes someone a creative?
    [12:03] Growing up with dyslexia and dyspraxia and how that has had a part in how Eugene thinks.
    [15:39] Discussing the importance of rules and boundaries when starting a career in hair.
    [22:04] The importance of humility and vulnerability in the creative process.
    [27:10] Describing the attitude & energy of young people today and how to create a sense of curiosity and creativity.
    [31:39] What it looks like to lead, a team of people.
    [33:04] The importance of mentors in your career.
    [35:17] Working with designers and being pushed creatively.
    [41:04] Discussing the purpose and goal of the Wig Academy.
    [50:16] Will we see a return of the wig as a fashion accessory?
    [52:09] The wrap-up and where you can get in touch with Eugene.

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

    Grow My Salon Business

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    Eugene Souleiman

    Click here to check out Eugene's classes on The Wig Academy

    Instagram

    The Wig Academy

    Instagram | Website

  • The role and opportunities for hairdressing education has changed dramatically over the last few years through social media and the various online learning platforms.

    That has led to the rise of the independent educator. Today’s guest is DJ Muldoon, who has made a great name for himself both in the online world and face-to-face for being a fantastic educator.

    In this episode we discuss:


    ● What does the life of the independent educator look like?

    ● The impact of Social Media
 and


    ● What is the key to becoming a great educator?

    And lots more!

    In this Episode:

    [01:25] Introduction to DJ
    [04:06] Putting DJ to the test is he English or American?
    [06:38] DJ fills us in on his salon/school/workspace called ‘The factory.’
    [10:11] DJ talks about his life on the road as an educator
    [12:29] Discussing the backstory to Knowledge Destroys Fear DJs education company.
    [13:31] The key to being a great educator
    [15:24] Discussing Yojhi Yamamoto’s famous quote ‘The art of the minimum requires the maximum of discipline.”
    [17:08] The importance of simplicity and DJs favourite quote
    [21:16] How the lessons learnt at Paul Mitchell helped to teach the what, the why the how, and the when.
    [22:26] DJ talks to his experience with a generation of hairdressers who specialize.
    [26:41] The differences in education today when it comes to beauty colleges and apprenticeships.
    [30:27] How hard do you have to work to have 380,000 followers?
    [32:50] Where social media is heading in terms of salon education.
    [37:59] Staying relevant when you’re working on your own.
    [40:44] What do you see are the biggest challenges for the industry everywhere?
    [45:43] The wrap up and how you can connect with DJ

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

    I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

    Until next time!

    Antony

    Links and Resources:

    Grow My Salon Business

    Website | Facebook | Instagram

    DJ Muldoon

    Website | The Factory Instagram | DJ Muldoon Instagram

  • One of the ways we learn in life is by making mistakes.

    But the problem is that the mistakes you make in business have a financial impact.

    Sometimes, that impact is small, but other times, mistakes have a big impact on the profitability of your business.

    So, as much as possible, although making the occasional mistake is inevitable, you need to learn from them quickly so that you reduce the chance it will happen again.

    In today's episode, I'll discuss 9 'financial management' mistakes that many salon owners make every single day, and how they pay the price as a result.

    For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/248/

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast. I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast!

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    Links and Resources:

    Grow My Salon Business

    Website | Facebook | Instagram

    Money - The online course

  • When one door closes another door opens. Success and setback are two sides of the same coin but it takes a strong personality, self belief and determination to bounce back.

    A couple of years ago I was at 'Salon International’ in London and there was a young barber on stage who was not only doing great work but she also had an infectious personality, combined with an amazing level of energy and confidence that made her stand out from the crowd.

    So today, I'm really happy to have Hayden Cassidy as a guest on the show.

    In today’s podcast, we discuss:

    The attitude and belief that you need to have in life in order to overcome setbacks and succeed.The opportunities that a career in barbering can bring about, including being the first Dior Grooming Expert in the UKThe evolving business model of today’s barbershop

    And lots more!

    For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/247/

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast. I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast!

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  • Every salon owner I’ve ever met wants to know how to better manage their business expenses so that they can be more profitable. And so they should.

    Ultimately what that all comes down to is looking for ways to increase the income and reduce the outgoings which results in improved profit margins. Both of those topics are covered in depth in our online ‘Money course’.

    But amongst the many potential solutions to help manage costs and increase profit is to use a ‘Colour Management System’ which will help reduce waste and improve consistency.

    My guest on today’s episode is Janine Simons, another entrepreneurial salon owner who is also the founder of Colour Bar Manager.

    In today’s podcast we will discuss:

    The day Janine woke up and decided the world needed a new colour management app.How the colour bar manager works.What it does differently to its competition.

    And lots more!

    For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/246/

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast. I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast!

    Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support!

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  • What’s your number?

    There is one number that we don’t talk about enough in this industry and that is probably because although it sounds simple to understand, it isn’t always easy to work it out.

    So what’s the number I’m talking about?

    It’s the number that represents the amount of revenue you need to generate each week to keep the doors open and keep the lights on.

    And that number is referred to as your breakeven point
 Or breakeven number.

    In this episode I discuss why knowing the breakeven number is essential for every salon owner to ensure that you’re running a profitable business.

    For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/245/

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

    They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast. I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast!

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  • Building a successful business isn’t easy, and sometimes at the beginning of our journey, we look at established businesses and wonder how we could possibly ever achieve that.

    The important thing to realise is that nobody starts with a big successful business. Every new salon owner has doubts and experiences setbacks and challenges along the way.

    But through grit and determination and a never-ending thirst for knowledge, the skills and knowledge of the owner grow, and the business grows with it.

    Today I am talking with Eric Fisher from Wichita Kansas where he has 4 world class salons, a school, and a business education company.

    In today’s podcast, we discuss:


    ● What it takes to build a successful salon business.

    ● What makes building a big salon business both harder and easier today than it was 30 years ago?

    ● Why where you are located shouldn’t be something that holds you back

    And lots more!

    In this Episode:

    [02:31] The three or four principles that Eric would give the 25-year-old version of himself to follow as he starts out in business.
    [05:40] Talking about the learning environment, the importance of culture, making mistakes and learning from them.
    [06:48] Eric discusses his business in Wichita Kansas and why he decided to open up a school.
    [11:46] The business model that Eric has in his salons and why.
    [20:47] With all of the new technology available to salons now, what would make building a business like Erics harder/easier today than what it was 30 years ago?
    [26:57] Why you don’t have to live in a big city to have international reach.
    [31:52] What a successful stylist looks like today in Eric’s business.
    [37:14] The compromises that Eric has had to make to attract and keep good people in today’s workforce.
    [43:23] Discussing the profit margins of salons today.
    [46:18] Where you can connect with Eric

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

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    Until next time!
    Antony

    Links and Resources:

    Grow My Salon Business

    Website | Facebook | Instagram

    Eric Fisher
    Instagram | Website | Eric Fisher Academy

  • I don’t believe that there has ever been a family in the world of hairdressing that has made the impact that the Mascolo family has.

    Whether it was the Toni & Guy salons and schools, the TIGI products, or the incredible shows, and stunning photography. Either way the Mascolo brothers, Toni, Guy, Bruno and Anthony were at the forefront of everything in hairdressing and created a hairdressing dynasty that will live on for many years to come.

    My guest on today’s episode is Anthony Mascolo who’s creativity and leadership was the force behind the creative direction of the brand.

    In today’s podcast we discuss:

    The use of AI in hairdressingThe changing salon businessLeadership and team building

    And lots more!

    For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/243/

    Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!

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