The Hair Game

Co-founders and stylists Tonya Thompson @hairbytonya and Sharie Wilson @iamshariewilson share their journey of creating a teachable system of hair care, as well as providing education to stylists on all types of hair textures. We also discuss how to scale your business when you finally realize that if you want to grow, you can't do it all yourself. This Week's Topics: • Starting their business by selling extensions • Rising above the stereotype of Hair as a 'side-hustle' • Starting The Healthy Hair Care Program and education • Challenges of scaling their business • What they would change about the industry 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. Co-founders and stylists Tonya Thompson @hairbytonya and Sharie Wilson @iamshariewilson share their journey of creating a teachable system of hair care, as well as providing education to stylists on all types of hair textures. We also discuss how to scale your business when you finally realize that if you want to grow, you can't do it all yourself. This Week's Topics: • Starting their business by selling extensions • Rising above the stereotype of Hair as a 'side-hustle' • Starting The Healthy Hair Care Program and education • Challenges of scaling their business • What they would change about the industry 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken some of the best discussions we've had related to pricing over the years and put them into one episode! We cover price setting, increases, and structure in these choice clips. Show Notes: Tab Salsman @tabcutshair Ep. 4 – If you doubled your price tomorrow, What would you do differently tomorrow than what you do today Andrewdoeshair Ep. 1 – Using your wait times as a gauge to raising your prices Sarai Speer @theplatinumigiraffe Ep. 174 – Uses a through consultation to set expectations and prices for new clients Buddy Porter @buddywporter Ep. 111 – a unique price for life approach to clients Missy Megginson @soyoureahairstylist Ep. 246 – Contacting each client individually for a large price increase and the response she received Wes Palmer @wesdoeshair Ep. 231 – His reasons for switching to hourly pricing and the client responses Cryistal Casey @cryistalchaos Ep. 250 – Restructuring her prices to include products/services Tab Salsman @tabcutshair Ep. 279 - addressing price increases during inflation Miki Wright @mikiwright Ep. 249 – Understanding what we are paid for and charging accordingly Crystal Ngozi @crystalngozicoaching Ep. 267 – doing market research to determine your prices 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

@kendalldorsey1 continues to share his incredible journey this week. He reveals a huge mistake he made early that nearly ruined his career path, as well as the unfortunate realities of session work. We also get into the planning aspects of an editorial shoot... how much is prepared ahead of time? This week's topics: • Assisting for a celebrity stylist • His drive and hunger for success due to his background • The money realities of session work • The lifestyle of a session stylist • The preparation & artistry that goes into the look for a shoot • People inspiring him in the hair and fashion industry 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. @kendalldorsey1 continues to share his incredible journey this week. He reveals a huge mistake he made early that nearly ruined his career path, as well as the unfortunate realities of session work. We also get into the planning aspects of an editorial shoot... how much is prepared ahead of time? This week's topics: • Assisting for a celebrity stylist • His drive and hunger for success due to his background • The money realities of session work • The lifestyle of a session stylist • The preparation & artistry that goes into the look for a shoot • People inspiring him in the hair and fashion industry 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Celebrity stylist and Global Ambassador @kendalldorsey1 was very successful for years without a cosmo license, but came to a point where he needed it to advance his career. We also discuss how changing your location can be daunting and extremely challenging... but can also be the big break you need. This Week's Topics: • Going to school for fashion; doing hair unlicensed in dorms • Becoming very successful for years without a license; finally going to beauty school • Move to Washington D.C. and working at a high-end salon • Move to NYC; Finding Ballroom Culture and meeting Rhianna's stylist 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. Celebrity stylist and Global Ambassador @kendalldorsey1 was very successful for years without a cosmo license, but came to a point where he needed it to advance his career. We also discuss how changing your location can be daunting and extremely challenging... but can also be the big break you need. This Week's Topics: • Going to school for fashion; doing hair unlicensed in dorms • Becoming very successful for years without a license; finally going to beauty school • Move to Washington D.C. and working at a high-end salon • Move to NYC; Finding Ballroom Culture and meeting Rhianna's stylist 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We're back with @hairbyhunty - Sooo much great marketing advice and info that we needed a 2nd episode! We continue this week with the sometimes thorny topics of price increases, process & policy changes, and managing client information. This Week's Topics: • How to handle price increases • Making structural changes to your biz easier for your client • Customer relationship management • Making policies part of the customer experience • Most difficult convo with client • What he would change about the industry • His Hair Horror Story 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. We're back with @hairbyhunty - Sooo much great marketing advice and info that we needed a 2nd episode! We continue this week with the sometimes thorny topics of price increases, process & policy changes, and managing client information. This Week's Topics: • How to handle price increases • Making structural changes to your biz easier for your client • Customer relationship management • Making policies part of the customer experience • Most difficult convo with client • What he would change about the industry • His Hair Horror Story 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Hairstylist Business Educator Hunter Donia @hairbyhunty shares a wealth of knowledge with us this week! We cover a range of topics regarding marketing: the best strategies to target your ideal clients, the best website creation tools and booking apps, and much more. This Week's Topics: • Coming out at a young age and expressing himself through hair & makeup • Getting his beauty license in high school through vocational classes • Marketing rules that never change • How to target your ideal clients by using your current ones • Best website creation tools and booking apps • Fighting the effects of inflation through price raises 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. Hairstylist Business Educator Hunter Donia @hairbyhunty shares a wealth of knowledge with us this week! We cover a range of topics regarding marketing: the best strategies to target your ideal clients, the best website creation tools and booking apps, and much more. This Week's Topics: • Coming out at a young age and expressing himself through hair & makeup • Getting his beauty license in high school through vocational classes • Marketing rules that never change • How to target your ideal clients by using your current ones • Best website creation tools and booking apps • Fighting the effects of inflation through price raises 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We had beauty school students tour our Salon Republic Burbank location to learn more about indie hairdressing.... AND we held a panel discussion with Megan Brunelle @hairetic_official, Angelina Marie @hairbyangelinamarire, and Dani Van Buren @danivanburenhair to share how some of our SR fam approach running their businesses. This Week's Topics: • Panelists' inspo for getting into the hair industry • How they got started after getting their license • Most valuable thing to know when starting a salon business • Best ways to manage their clients • Dealing with difficult clients • Setting boundaries and avoiding burnout • Pricing yourself and budgeting 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. We had beauty school students tour our Salon Republic Burbank location to learn more about indie hairdressing.... AND we held a panel discussion with Megan Brunelle @hairetic_official, Angelina Marie @hairbyangelinamarire, and Dani Van Buren @danivanburenhair to share how some of our SR fam approach running their businesses. This Week's Topics: • Panelists' inspo for getting into the hair industry • How they got started after getting their license • Most valuable thing to know when starting a salon business • Best ways to manage their clients • Dealing with difficult clients • Setting boundaries and avoiding burnout • Pricing yourself and budgeting 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Emmy Award winning stylist & CEO @angelacstyles left a full clientele in Chicago and moved to Los Angeles for a new experience. Wanting to get into set work, she targeted salons in the areas where celebrity clientele were common. She also shares her experience starting @consciouscurlshair as well as writing her children's book, 'Hair'. This Week's Topics: • Getting into set work on movie and TV productions • Writing a children's book about hair • Balancing set work and consulting • Starting Conscious Curls Hair • Most difficult convo with a client • What she would change about the industry • Hair Horror Story 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. Emmy Award winning stylist & CEO @angelacstyles left a full clientele in Chicago and moved to Los Angeles for a new experience. Wanting to get into set work, she targeted salons in the areas where celebrity clientele were common. She also shares her experience starting @consciouscurlshair as well as writing her children's book, 'Hair'. This Week's Topics: • Getting into set work on movie and TV productions • Writing a children's book about hair • Balancing set work and consulting • Starting Conscious Curls Hair • Most difficult convo with a client • What she would change about the industry • Hair Horror Story 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We continue with Tab Salsman this week and cover a wide variety of topics such as coffee, celebrity haircuts, and his approach to conversations with clients while behind the chair. This Week's Topics: • The state of the industry in LA • Working through economic downturns • Celebrity encounters while doing hair • Representing brands • Handling BTC convos about politics • His Hair Horror Story 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. We continue with Tab Salsman this week and cover a wide variety of topics such as coffee, celebrity haircuts, and his approach to conversations with clients while behind the chair. This Week's Topics: • The state of the industry in LA • Working through economic downturns • Celebrity encounters while doing hair • Representing brands • Handling BTC convos about politics • His Hair Horror Story 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! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Hair Educator & @toolsandbags Creator Tab Salsman joined us 4 years ago and discussed raising your prices, and that topic is even more important today. We also discuss the importance of consistency and the rise of virtual education. This Week's Topics: • His move to Austin, Texas and starting over in a new place • The importance of consistency & how to increase it • Raising your prices • Lack of hands-on exp for new stylists due to COVID • The expansion of virtual education and its effect Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? January's Pod Loot winner won access to Alchemy Academy online education Cutting & Photography Class(a $500 value), launching in February! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. Hair Educator & @toolsandbags Creator Tab Salsman joined us 4 years ago and discussed raising your prices, and that topic is even more important today. We also discuss the importance of consistency and the rise of virtual education. This Week's Topics: • His move to Austin, Texas and starting over in a new place • The importance of consistency & how to increase it • Raising your prices • Lack of hands-on exp for new stylists due to COVID • The expansion of virtual education and its effect Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? January's Pod Loot winner won access to Alchemy Academy online education Cutting & Photography Class(a $500 value), launching in February! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Hairstylist & owner of @alchemycollectivehairlab Mikey Teeze shares how Punk influenced him from a young age and led him to hair. We also discuss the topic of self-doubt and the importance of a strong foundation to make building your career easier. This Week's Topics: • The thought behind Alchemy Collective Hair Lab • Brand Ambassadorship & how brands grow in the hair industry • How Punk influenced Mikey from age 5 • Avoiding self-doubt and fighting through struggles Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? January's Pod Loot winner won access to Alchemy Academy online education Cutting & Photography Class(a $500 value), launching in February! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. Hairstylist & owner of @alchemycollectivehairlab Mikey Teeze shares how Punk influenced him from a young age and led him to hair. We also discuss the topic of self-doubt and the importance of a strong foundation to make building your career easier. This Week's Topics: • The thought behind Alchemy Collective Hair Lab • Brand Ambassadorship & how brands grow in the hair industry • How Punk influenced Mikey from age 5 • Avoiding self-doubt and fighting through struggles Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? January's Pod Loot winner will win access to Alchemy Academy online education Cutting & Photography Class(a $500 value), launching in February! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Donovan tasked Eric to wrap up the year with his take on the state of our industry. He gives us a great, positive perspective that will inspire you to achieve your best in 2023. Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? January's Pod Loot winner will win access to Alchemy Academy online education Cutting & Photography Class(a $500 value), launching in February! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Happy Holidays! Thanks so much for being a listener of The Hair Game Podcast. Our host Eric Taylor wanted to share a beautifully written explanation of the meaning of 'Santa' with you. We hope you have a safe and wonderful holiday season!

Founders of @blondesolutions Lea & Aymen Eldabli (@beauty_politix & @mohesco on IG) have an inspiring, entertaining conversation with us discussing the principles that drive their business. They share the mistakes they have made (and what they have learned) along the way, as well as the parallels between running a business and parenting. This Week's Topics: • How they met • Starting Blonde Solutions • Mistakes made starting a business • Principles that drive their business and parenting • Changes they would make to the industry • Hair Horror Stories Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? December's Pod Loot winner won a 6-month membership to @studiooneedu - a private education platform by Kathy Nunez! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. Founders of @blondesolutions Lea & Aymen Eldabli (@beauty_politix & @mohesco on IG) have an inspiring, entertaining conversation with us discussing the principles that drive their business. They share the mistakes they have made (and what they have learned) along the way, as well as the parallels between running a business and parenting. This Week's Topics: • How they met • Starting Blonde Solutions • Mistakes made starting a business • Principles that drive their business and parenting • Changes they would make to the industry • Hair Horror Stories Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? December's Pod Loot winner won a 6-month membership to @studiooneedu - a private education platform by Kathy Nunez! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

16 years ago, @kathynunezhair bought an existing salon instead of starting her own. We discuss the pros and cons, as well as adding teaching and an extensions brand to her plate. She also shares a hilarious hair horror story that may have been the reason she avoided coloring hair for years at the beginning of her career. This Week's Topics: • Purchasing a salon while 8 months pregnant • Changing the established culture of the salon • Adding education in her salon and off-site • Why she wanted to launch an extension brand • Her key principles of success • Most difficult convo with a client • What she would change about the industry Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? December's Pod Loot winner won a 6-month membership to @studiooneedu - a private education platform by Kathy Nunez! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

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. 16 years ago, @kathynunezhair bought an existing salon instead of starting her own. We discuss the pros and cons, as well as adding teaching and an extensions brand to her plate. She also shares a hilarious hair horror story that may have been the reason she avoided coloring hair for years at the beginning of her career. This Week's Topics: • Purchasing a salon while 8 months pregnant • Changing the established culture of the salon • Adding education in her salon and off-site • Why she wanted to launch an extension brand • Her key principles of success • Most difficult convo with a client • What she would change about the industry Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? December's Pod Loot winner won a 6-month membership to @studiooneedu - a private education platform by Kathy Nunez! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

@kathynunezhair struggled in high school, but found her true talent in hair and never looked back. She shares her experiences that led her here, including her first job as an 18 year old doing hair at JC Penny. This Week's Topics: • Finding a beauty school program in high school • First salon job at 18 yrs old at JC Penny Salon – afraid of coloring • Her first experience in booth rental – learning to color hair Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? December's Pod Loot winner is going to win a 6-month membership to @studioonesalon - a private education platform by Kathy Nunez! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. @kathynunezhair struggled in high school, but found her true talent in hair and never looked back. She shares her experiences that led her here, including her first job as an 18 year old doing hair at JC Penny. This Week's Topics: • Finding a beauty school program in high school • First salon job at 18 yrs old at JC Penny Salon – afraid of coloring • Her first experience in booth rental – learning to color hair Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? December's Pod Loot winner is going to win a 6-month membership to @studioonesalon - a private education platform by Kathy Nunez! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Co-Founder of @hairbrained_official Gerard Scarpaci shares his story of leaving behind his salon and educating to build Hairbrained online. We also discuss the rise of digital education, common mistakes in haircutting, and industry changes he has seen post-covid. This Week's Topics: • Dropping out of beauty school and turning to apprenticeship • Moving from behind the chair to full-time educator • Opening a salon in NY • Building Hairbrained in 2006 • The rise of digital education; most important aspects • Common mistakes in haircutting • Industry changes post-covid • Most difficult convo with a client Everyone is a Pod Loot Winner this month! Get 50% off your first two months of GlossGenius by using promo code 'HAIRGAME22' * Promo code valid until Jan. 6th * FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Co-Founder of @hairbrained_official Gerard Scarpaci shares his story of leaving behind his salon and educating to build Hairbrained online. We also discuss the rise of digital education, common mistakes in haircutting, and industry changes he has seen post-covid. This Week's Topics: • Dropping out of beauty school and turning to apprenticeship • Moving from behind the chair to full-time educator • Opening a salon in NY • Building Hairbrained in 2006 • The rise of digital education; most important aspects • Common mistakes in haircutting • Industry changes post-covid • Most difficult convo with a client Everyone is a Pod Loot Winner this month! Get 50% off your first two months of GlossGenius by using promo code 'HAIRGAME22' * Promo code valid until Jan. 6th * FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We caught up with @presleypoe again to finish our conversation about the realities of running your own traditional salon. We also get into the value of in-person education and her daily mantras for staying focused and successful. This Week's Topics: • Lessons learned operating her own salon • Hiring her partner to manage her salon • The experience of being an independent educator • The value of virtual vs in-person edu • Being methodical and intentional in everything • Developing boundaries with clients Everyone is a Pod Loot Winner this month! Get 50% off your first two months of GlossGenius by using promo code 'HAIRGAME22' * Promo code valid until Jan. 6th * FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. We caught up with @presleypoe again to finish our conversation about the realities of running your own traditional salon. We also get into the value of in-person education and her daily mantras for staying focused and successful. This Week's Topics: • Lessons learned operating her own salon • Hiring her partner to manage her salon • The experience of being an independent educator • The value of virtual vs in-person edu • Being methodical and intentional in everything • Developing boundaries with clients Everyone is a Pod Loot Winner this month! Get 50% off your first two months of GlossGenius by using promo code 'HAIRGAME22' * Promo code valid until Jan. 6th * FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

CEO of @GlossGenius Danielle Cohen-Shohet literally helped build the technology that assists indie beauty pros, teaching herself computer coding in 6 months to get the app up and running. We get into helpful topics such as scaling up your business and the future of the beauty industry. This Week's Topics: • Started doing makeup while in college for finance • How she came up with the name Gloss Genius • Scaling up her business and product • Future of the industry • Strategy and advice for business success Everyone is a Pod Loot Winner this month! Get 50% off your first two months of GlossGenius by using promo code 'HAIRGAME22' * Promo code valid until Jan. 6th * FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. CEO of @GlossGenius Danielle Cohen-Shohet literally helped build the technology that assists indie beauty pros, teaching herself computer coding in 6 months to get the app up and running. We get into helpful topics such as scaling up your business and the future of the beauty industry. This Week's Topics: • Started doing makeup while in college for finance • How she came up with the name Gloss Genius • Scaling up her business and product • Future of the industry • Strategy and advice for business success Everyone is a Pod Loot Winner this month! Get 50% off your first two months of GlossGenius by using promo code 'HAIRGAME22' * Promo code valid until Jan. 6th * FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Happy Halloween! We've taken some of the best hair horror stories from our guests and put them together for a spooktacular treat. Listen in.... if you dare! Thanks to the following guests in this episode: @jacobhkhan @heatherchapmanhair @thebenmollinproject @kiyahwright1 @theplatinumgiraffe Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won @jamiedanahairstylist 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Mom, Salon Owner, Educator, and CEO of @lacedhairextensions Lacy Gadegaard-West felt a true feeling of confidence when she wore extensions for the first time. This led to a passion for changing women's lives and starting @lacedhairfoundation to uplift those in their fight against hair loss challenges. We discuss it all with Lacy! This Week's Topics: • Getting her start at the Bellagio Las Vegas • Getting into extensions due to her fine hair • Starting an entire business based on extensions • Finding a brain lesion due to Multiple Sclerosis • The challenges of hiring people to help your business Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won @jamiedanahairstylist 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Mom, Salon Owner, Educator, and CEO of @lacedhairextensions Lacy Gadegaard-West felt a true feeling of confidence when she wore extensions for the first time. This led to a passion for changing women's lives and starting @lacedhairfoundation to uplift those in their fight against hair loss challenges. We discuss it all with Lacy! This Week's Topics: • Getting her start at the Bellagio Las Vegas • Getting into extensions due to her fine hair • Starting an entire business based on extensions • Finding a brain lesion due to Multiple Sclerosis • The challenges of hiring people to help your business Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won @jamiedanahairstylist 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Esthetician, Educator, and Beauty Biz Coach @CrystalNgoziCoaching shares with us effective marketing strategies and techniques if you struggle with putting yourself 'out there'. We also discuss pricing - how to stay competitive in your market and raise prices while keeping your clients. Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won @jamiedanahairstylist 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Esthetician, Educator, and Beauty Biz Coach @CrystalNgoziCoaching shares with us effective marketing strategies and techniques if you struggle with putting yourself 'out there'. We also discuss pricing - how to stay competitive in your market and raise prices while keeping your clients. Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won @jamiedanahairstylist 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We continue with Marquetta this week and get into the details of her business: how she started it and why, her principles that guide her, and the inspiration behind it. We also have our first Hair Horror Story that ended with a trip to the hospital!! This week's topics: • How making her mom's wig fighting cancer started her business • Starting the American Wig Association • Principles of success: never giving up • Who is inspiring her in the industry • Her hair horror story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won Jamie Dana's 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. We continue with Marquetta this week and get into the details of her business: how she started it and why, her principles that guide her, and the inspiration behind it. We also have our first Hair Horror Story that ended with a trip to the hospital!! This week's topics: • How making her mom's wig fighting cancer started her business • Starting the American Wig Association • Principles of success: never giving up • Who is inspiring her in the industry • Her hair horror story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won Jamie Dana's 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Wig educator, entrepreneur, and founder of the @americanwigassociation - Marquetta Breslin @marquettabreslin has been helping people learn to make lace wigs nearly 20 years. She shares her journey to hair, which included taking care of her siblings while both of her parents struggled with drug addiction. This week's topics: • Living with parents who struggled with addiction • Entering the Armed Forces and braiding hair • Starting a company with braiding education • Embracing the digital evolution Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won Jamie Dana's 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Wig educator, entrepreneur, and founder of the @americanwigassociation - Marquetta Breslin @marquettabreslin has been helping people learn to make lace wigs nearly 20 years. She shares her journey to hair, which included taking care of her siblings while both of her parents struggled with drug addiction. This week's topics: • Living with parents who struggled with addiction • Entering the Armed Forces and braiding hair • Starting a company with braiding education • Embracing the digital evolution Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? October's Pod Loot winner won Jamie Dana's 'Social Stylist' Plan - valued at over $400! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Tim Ummel, founder & CEO of Give Virtual Care joins us to discuss an amazing membership service that saves hairdressers time & money when it comes to health care....all from your phone. From doctor's visits (including mental health services) to ordering prescriptions, virtual care can fill in a lot of the gaps of traditional health insurance for just $30 a month. Learn more about GVC health here: https://www.givevirtualcare.com/ Join the Pro Beauty Federation and get 20% off your monthly membership to GVC: https://www.beautyfederation.org/ @probeautyfederation on IG Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? September's Pod Loot winner won a year membership to 'Knowledge Destroys Fear' - DJ Muldoon's private education page! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Tim Ummel, founder & CEO of Give Virtual Care joins us to discuss an amazing membership service that saves hairdressers time & money when it comes to health care....all from your phone. From doctor's visits (including mental health services) to ordering prescriptions, virtual care can fill in a lot of the gaps of traditional health insurance for just $30 a month. Learn more about GVC health here: https://www.givevirtualcare.com/ Join the Pro Beauty Federation and get 20% off your monthly membership to GVC: https://www.beautyfederation.org/ @probeautyfederation on IG Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? September's Pod Loot winner won a year membership to 'Knowledge Destroys Fear' - DJ Muldoon's private education page! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

Charli Boell shares the incredible journey of finding themselves through hair. After giving a client a haircut they truly felt themselves in, Charli realized it was time to face her own feelings and begin the process of showing the world her true self. We discuss the challenges and realities of such a drastic change in the middle of a career, and how it has affected their client-base as well as opportunities. This Week's Topics: • Starting cutting other skateboarders hair at 9 years old • starting hair school at 30 years old • How giving a gender-affirming haircut changed Charli's life • Charli's career growth after affirming gender • The rise of @hairslayerz • The loneliness of coming out as trans • Patience with clients and new pronouns • People in the industry who are inspiring Charli Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? September's Pod Loot winner won a year membership to 'Knowledge Destroys Fear' - DJ Muldoon's private education page! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Charli Boell shares the incredible journey of finding themselves through hair. After giving a client a haircut they truly felt themselves in, Charli realized it was time to face her own feelings and begin the process of showing the world her true self. We discuss the challenges and realities of such a drastic change in the middle of a career, and how it has affected their client-base as well as opportunities. This Week's Topics: • Starting cutting other skateboarders hair at 9 years old • starting hair school at 30 years old • How giving a gender-affirming haircut changed Charli's life • Charli's career growth after affirming gender • The rise of @hairslayerz • The loneliness of coming out as trans • Patience with clients and new pronouns • People in the industry who are inspiring Charli Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? September's Pod Loot winner won a year membership to 'Knowledge Destroys Fear' - DJ Muldoon's private education page! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

Sean Ralston @seanscutshair was leading a comfortable life being a restaurant manager as a young adult.... but he realized he wanted a more creative career with room to grow. We discuss his journey towards opening his own shop, his work as an educator on YouTube, and more! This Week's Topics: • His switch from restaurant manager to barber • Opening his own shop after two years in the industry • Starting on YouTube and joining edu channel tomb45 • Finding quality barbers for his shop in a small town • Approaching client education & pricing • Mixing business and friendship – learning lesson • what's inspiring him in the industry and what he would change Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? September's Pod Loot winner won a year membership to 'Knowledge Destroys Fear' - DJ Muldoon's private education page! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Sean Ralston @seanscutshair was leading a comfortable life being a restaurant manager as a young adult.... but he realized he wanted a more creative career with room to grow. We discuss his journey towards opening his own shop, his work as an educator on YouTube, and more! This Week's Topics: • His switch from restaurant manager to barber • Opening his own shop after two years in the industry • Starting on YouTube and joining edu channel tomb45 • Finding quality barbers for his shop in a small town • Approaching client education & pricing • Mixing business and friendship – learning lesson • what's inspiring him in the industry and what he would change Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? September's Pod Loot winner won a year membership to 'Knowledge Destroys Fear' - DJ Muldoon's private education page! To enter, just leave a review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes. ⁣⁣Don't forget to leave your Instagram handle so we can find you!⁠ FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor http://www.facebook.com/salonrepublic