The Hair Game

Haircutting expert and educator @danieljosephmuldoon chose to focus on his technique and reputation to become successful. We discuss the progression of his career and his decision to become a career educator. This week's topics: • Following in father's footsteps to be a hairdresser • His experience at Sassoon academy in LA • Working behind the chair for 6 months, then returning to the academy to teach • Starting his private education 'Knowledge Destroys Fear' • Getting back into independent education after COVID • His use of social media to inspire more in-depth education • His hair horror story 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. Haircutting expert and educator @danieljosephmuldoon chose to focus on his technique and reputation to become successful. We discuss the progression of his career and his decision to become a career educator. This week's topics: • Following in father's footsteps to be a hairdresser • His experience at Sassoon academy in LA • Working behind the chair for 6 months, then returning to the academy to teach • Starting his private education 'Knowledge Destroys Fear' • Getting back into independent education after COVID • His use of social media to inspire more in-depth education • His hair horror story 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/salonrepublicHIGH

NAHA '22 Finalist and multiple award-winner Brendnetta Ashley @edgybgirl has spent 19 years in the industry and shares why winning is the journey - not the trophy. We discuss the creative process and how to stay positive and focused regarding your career. This Week's Topics: • Being in the industry 19 years and trusting the process • Discussion of Instagram likes & views: do they matter? • The creative process for editorial shoots • The worry about burnout and losing inspiration • The effect of the road on her personal life Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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. NAHA '22 Finalist and multiple award-winner Brendnetta Ashley @edgybgirl has spent 19 years in the industry and shares why winning is the journey - not the trophy. We discuss the creative process and how to stay positive and focused regarding your career. This Week's Topics: • Being in the industry 19 years and trusting the process • Discussion of Instagram likes & views: do they matter? • The creative process for editorial shoots • The worry about burnout and losing inspiration • The effect of the road on her personal life Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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

Hairdresser, salon owner, entrepreneur.... Leche is incredibly driven and motivated to succeed yet always focused on lifting others up first. He shares the core principles guiding his career as well as his daily strategy for being productive. This Week's Topics: • His shop in DTLA and the experience they strive for • Raising prices • Starting his product line SALIQ • His org strategy for the day • HIs inspirations in the industry and core principles Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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

Hairdresser, salon owner, entrepreneur.... Leche is incredibly driven and motivated to succeed yet always focused on lifting others up first. He shares the core principles guiding his career as well as his daily strategy for being productive. This Week's Topics: • His shop in DTLA and the experience they strive for • Raising prices • Starting his product line SALIQ • His org strategy for the day • HIs inspirations in the industry and core principles Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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

Men's grooming expert and award-winning barber @mattyconrad joined us again at ISSE and we had some great discussions on how to find your client's true style, industry trends, and what's more important: the service or the experience. This Week's Topics: • Trends and phases • Authenticity • Becoming the beard expert • Lack of grooming knowledge from clients • Being observant and finding the client's style • The importance of the haircut vs the client's experience Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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. Men's grooming expert and award-winning barber @mattyconrad joined us again at ISSE and we had some great discussions on how to find your client's true style, industry trends, and what's more important: the service or the experience. This Week's Topics: • Trends and phases • Authenticity • Becoming the beard expert • Lack of grooming knowledge from clients • Being observant and finding the client's style • The importance of the haircut vs the client's experience Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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

Kristy Underwood, Executive Officer of the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology @cabarbercosmo, joins us this week to give a look at how the board operates, their role in licensing and enforcement, and how you can get involved in shaping the rules & regulations of our industry. This week's topics: • Realizing hairdressers thought state board was their advocate during COVID • How the board of cosmo is composed & how it works • SB 803 - The elimination of the practical exam and other changes • New personal service permits for home visits • The challenges of enforcing rules for home visits • How to stay involved in the shaping of rules & regulations Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner just won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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. Kristy Underwood, Executive Officer of the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology @cabarbercosmo, joins us this week to give a look at how the board operates, their role in licensing and enforcement, and how you can get involved in shaping the rules & regulations of our industry. This week's topics: • Realizing hairdressers thought state board was their advocate during COVID • How the board of cosmo is composed & how it works • SB 803 - The elimination of the practical exam and other changes • New personal service permits for home visits • The challenges of enforcing rules for home visits • How to stay involved in the shaping of rules & regulations Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner just won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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

Legendary platform artist & educator @samvillahair joined us at ISSE 2022 and shared his journey towards hair. We also discuss how he has kept evolving in the digital age and how teaching continues to drive his passion for the industry. This Week's Topics: • Creating his education & tools company • Growing up in the barbershop with his dad; going to beauty school • How he kept evolving in the digital age • Upgrading your client's experience & raising prices • The important of embracing change and keeping up with trends • Being purposeful in choosing collabs and opportunities • His Hair Horror Story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner just won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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. Legendary platform artist & educator @samvillahair joined us at ISSE 2022 and shared his journey towards hair. We also discuss how he has kept evolving in the digital age and how teaching continues to drive his passion for the industry. This Week's Topics: • Creating his education & tools company • Growing up in the barbershop with his dad; going to beauty school • How he kept evolving in the digital age • Upgrading your client's experience & raising prices • The important of embracing change and keeping up with trends • Being purposeful in choosing collabs and opportunities • His Hair Horror Story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner just won a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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

Salon owner and educator @presleypoe faced negative attitudes and was suppressed career-wise at her first salons due to looking different. She shares her journey finding her place, as well as learning what it takes to be a good leader. This Week's Topics: • Balancing work / life • Not fitting first salon's 'aesthetic' • Moving to Portland and finding her place • The values of being a good leader Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner will win a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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. Salon owner and educator @presleypoe faced negative attitudes and was suppressed career-wise at her first salons due to looking different. She shares her journey finding her place, as well as learning what it takes to be a good leader. This Week's Topics: • Balancing work / life • Not fitting first salon's 'aesthetic' • Moving to Portland and finding her place • The values of being a good leader Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? August's Pod Loot winner will win a Sam Villa Ionic Hair Dryer! 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 held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @paintedhair @edithnavarroartist and @deanothebarber_ in a live podcast recording. We cover topics that will help set you up for long term success as an independent beauty pro and go in depth with the customer experience within a salon studio environment. This Week's Topics: • Getting started: business classification & insurance • Waivers/litigation • Building a clientele • Finding higher paying clients/raising prices • Hiring assistants Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? July's Pod Loot winner won a copy of Ash's book 'Hair To Dye For' AND a 2 month subscription to Sarai Speer's Blonding Crew online education! 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 held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @paintedhair @edithnavarroartist and @deanothebarber_ in a live podcast recording. We cover topics that will help set you up for long term success as an independent beauty pro and go in depth with the customer experience within a salon studio environment. This Week's Topics: • Getting started: business classification & insurance • Waivers/litigation • Building a clientele • Finding higher paying clients/raising prices • Hiring assistants Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? July's Pod Loot winner won a copy of Ash's book 'Hair To Dye For' AND a 2 month subscription to Sarai Speer's Blonding Crew online education! 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 held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @itsmrjladner @jamiedanahairstylist @thepaulaperalta and @sharon.simplyinsane to learn how to navigate & utilize tech to grow your salon business as an independent beauty professional. This Week's Topics: • Booking Apps • Social Media • Retail Online • Website Design & Branding Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? July's Pod Loot winner just won a copy of Ash's book 'Hair To Dye For' AND a 2 month subscription to Sarai Speer's Blonding Crew online education! 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 held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @itsmrjladner @jamiedanahairstylist @thepaulaperalta and @sharon.simplyinsane to learn how to navigate & utilize tech to grow your salon business as an independent beauty professional. This Week's Topics: • Booking Apps • Social Media • Retail Online • Website Design & Branding Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? July's Pod Loot winner just won a copy of Ash's book 'Hair To Dye For' AND a 2 month subscription to Sarai Speer's Blonding Crew online education! 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

Ash Fortis @xostylistxo continues her story this week about her battle with her publisher in getting her book made, as well as the great (and NOT so great) things about building your own salon. This Week's Topics: • Issues with the publisher creating the book • The complete process of designing & building a salon • Her most difficult conversation with a client You can find Ash's book on Amazon by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/AshFortis Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? July's Pod Loot winner just won a copy of Ash's book 'Hair To Dye For' AND a 2 month subscription to Sarai Speer's Blonding Crew online education! 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. Ash Fortis @xostylistxo continues her story this week about her battle with her publisher in getting her book made, as well as the great (and NOT so great) things about building your own salon. This Week's Topics: • Issues with the publisher creating the book • The complete process of designing & building a salon • Her most difficult conversation with a client You can find Ash's book on Amazon by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/AshFortis Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? July's Pod Loot winner just won a copy of Ash's book 'Hair To Dye For' AND a 2 month subscription to Sarai Speer's Blonding Crew online education! 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

Hair color specialist & salon owner Ash Fortis @xostylistxo wanted to build a better life for herself & family than the one she grew up in. In the first of a two-part discussion, she shares how she has managed her career in hair while dealing with two debilitating chronic illnesses. We also discuss the process of creating her book about hair, 'Hair to Dye For'. This week's topics: • Pricing strategy for destination bridal hair, events, etc • Her experience and knowledge gained by being a mentor • Dealing with multiple health issues and managing her career • The process of creating her book 'Hair to Dye For' You can find Ash's book on Amazon by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/AshFortis Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner just won a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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. Hair color specialist & salon owner Ash Fortis @xostylistxo wanted to build a better life for herself & family than the one she grew up in. In the first of a two-part discussion, she shares how she has managed her career in hair while dealing with two debilitating chronic illnesses. We also discuss the process of creating her book about hair, 'Hair to Dye For'. This week's topics: • Pricing strategy for destination bridal hair, events, etc • Her experience and knowledge gained by being a mentor • Dealing with multiple health issues and managing her career • The process of creating her book 'Hair to Dye For' You can find Ash's book on Amazon by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/AshFortis Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner just won a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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 our conversation from Ep. 238 with indie stylist and educator @cryistalchaos. We cover topics such as branding, pricing & inflation, pre-booking strategies, and firing clients. This Week's Topics: • Recent changes to Instagram related to original content • The importance of branding • Pricing and the current issue of inflation • Pre-booking strategies • Having to fire clients • Difficult conversation with a client • Hair Horror Story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner just won a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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 our conversation from Ep. 238 with indie stylist and educator @cryistalchaos. We cover topics such as branding, pricing & inflation, pre-booking strategies, and firing clients. This Week's Topics: • Recent changes to Instagram related to original content • The importance of branding • Pricing and the current issue of inflation • Pre-booking strategies • Having to fire clients • Difficult conversation with a client • Hair Horror Story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner just won a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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

Money Coach & Business Trainer @mikiwright failed at her 1st attempt at being a hairdresser... not from lack of skill, but lack of business focus. She shares how she regrouped with a plan and became incredibly successful. We then dive DEEP into pricing and cover all aspects of it! This Week's Topics: • Becoming a stylist; failing at 1st attempt after beauty school • The focus of her business education: pricing • New beauty pro: what do I charge? • Consultations: should I charge for it? • When to raise prices? • How to communicate your price raises • What to expect from clients when you raise prices Find all of Miki's business building content here: https://www.beautysuperstars.com/ Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner just won a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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. Money Coach & Business Trainer @mikiwright failed at her 1st attempt at being a hairdresser... not from lack of skill, but lack of business focus. She shares how she regrouped with a plan and became incredibly successful. We then dive DEEP into pricing and cover all aspects of it! This Week's Topics: • Becoming a stylist; failing at 1st attempt after beauty school • The focus of her business education: pricing • New beauty pro: what do I charge? • Consultations: should I charge for it? • When to raise prices? • How to communicate your price raises • What to expect from clients when you raise prices Find all of Miki's business building content here: https://www.beautysuperstars.com/ Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner just won a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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

Wella Brand Ambassador @brianacisneros went from educating co-workers on her Instagram to creating an entire online education academy, but the path in between was definitely not a straight line. She shares how a necessary shift in career due to health and family led to a new business opportunity. This Week's Topics: • Getting into hair by cutting her own and friend's hair • Dropping out of beauty school and doing apprenticeship instead • Turning towards doing education on her IG to help co-workers in salon • Creating in-person education classes for foilayage & balayage • Shifting her life and career to help take care of family • Dealing with nerve damage and leg paralysis • Her creation of Renegade Royals online edu during recovery & COVID • Top things holding hairdressers back from success • Hair Horror Story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner just won a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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. Wella Brand Ambassador @brianacisneros went from educating co-workers on her Instagram to creating an entire online education academy, but the path in between was definitely not a straight line. She shares how a necessary shift in career due to health and family led to a new business opportunity. This Week's Topics: • Getting into hair by cutting her own and friend's hair • Dropping out of beauty school and doing apprenticeship instead • Turning towards doing education on her IG to help co-workers in salon • Creating in-person education classes for foilayage & balayage • Shifting her life and career to help take care of family • Dealing with nerve damage and leg paralysis • Her creation of Renegade Royals online edu during recovery & COVID • Top things holding hairdressers back from success • Hair Horror Story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner just won a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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

Master Color Influencer of the Year 2022 @taylorrae_hair shares her path to creative color. We also get into the specifics of her work with extensions and the reasons for her increased extensions clientele. This Week's Topics: • Getting her first position as an assistant; lack of growth and training • Building her clientele by taking every client • Creating a specific hair page early in Instagram days; vivids taking off • Her travel and involvement with Pravana • Her work with extensions • Her social media presence and strategy • Her Hair horror story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner will get a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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. Master Color Influencer of the Year 2022 @taylorrae_hair shares her path to creative color. We also get into the specifics of her work with extensions and the reasons for her increased extensions clientele. This Week's Topics: • Getting her first position as an assistant; lack of growth and training • Building her clientele by taking every client • Creating a specific hair page early in Instagram days; vivids taking off • Her travel and involvement with Pravana • Her work with extensions • Her social media presence and strategy • Her Hair horror story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? June's winner will get a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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 business educator and salon owner Missy Megginson @soyoureahairstylist burnt out and took a year off from hair.... only to come back and do it again and nearly quit altogether. She explains what being underpriced does to your mental health and state of mind, as well at the top mistakes hairdressers are making with their business. This Week's Topics: • The decision to go indie right after apprenticeship • Getting burnt out and taking a year off after moving to Florida • Getting back into suite rental and underpricing again • Finally raising her prices • Starting "So You're a Hairstylist" • Top 3 mistakes hairdressers are making with their business Find Missy's business building education here: https://soyoureahairstylist.com/ Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? May's winner will get a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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. Hairstylist business educator and salon owner Missy Megginson @soyoureahairstylist burnt out and took a year off from hair.... only to come back and do it again and nearly quit altogether. She explains what being underpriced does to your mental health and state of mind, as well at the top mistakes hairdressers are making with their business. This Week's Topics: • The decision to go indie right after apprenticeship • Getting burnt out and taking a year off after moving to Florida • Getting back into suite rental and underpricing again • Finally raising her prices • Starting "So You're a Hairstylist" • Top 3 mistakes hairdressers are making with their business Find Missy's business building education here: https://soyoureahairstylist.com/ Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? May's winner will get a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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 this week with Amber Marie @duchessofthedolls and get into specifics of her Hair Money Mindset business platform. We discuss specifics on booking apps, Instagram Reels, and being effective on IG with minimal effort. This week's topics: • what you can do on IG with minimal effort • Booking Apps – what works for her • Linked-In: Why should a stylist be on there? • 6 Ways to get more business from IG Reels • What she would change about the industry • Hair horror story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? May's winner will get a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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 this week with Amber Marie @duchessofthedolls and get into specifics of her Hair Money Mindset business platform. We discuss specifics on booking apps, Instagram Reels, and being effective on IG with minimal effort. This week's topics: • what you can do on IG with minimal effort • Booking Apps – what works for her • Linked-In: Why should a stylist be on there? • 6 Ways to get more business from IG Reels • What she would change about the industry • Hair horror story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? May's winner will get a 1-year subscription to Renegade Royals online education! 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

Stylist and salon owner Amber Marie @duchessofthedolls struggled with addiction and found herself in trouble.... she shares her story finding rehab and the challenge of getting into school due to her past. We also discuss specific topics from her hairstylist brand & business platform Hair Money Mindset @digitalhighsociety, such as pricing formulas and tips to build your book. This week's topics: • How she came up with her IG name • Her struggle with alcohol addiction • Hair Money Mindset - Her brand & business building platform - Pricing formulas to avoid charging with your heart - Tips to build out your books digitally and in person Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? This month's winner got a 1-year subscription to Hairbrained online education! 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. Stylist and salon owner Amber Marie @duchessofthedolls struggled with addiction and found herself in trouble.... she shares her story finding rehab and the challenge of getting into school due to her past. We also discuss specific topics from her hairstylist brand & business platform Hair Money Mindset @digitalhighsociety, such as pricing formulas and tips to build your book. This week's topics: • How she came up with her IG name • Her struggle with alcohol addiction • Hair Money Mindset - Her brand & business building platform - Pricing formulas to avoid charging with your heart - Tips to build out your books digitally and in person Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? This month's winner got a 1-year subscription to Hairbrained online education! 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

CEO of @hairbrained_official Gordon Miller always brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the podcast. He joins us again to discuss the state of... you! Hairdressers across the country have changed many things regarding their business in the past year, as we discuss a bunch of them. This Week's Topics: • The surprising status of our industry right now • The shifting focus of hairdressers post-pandemic • The supply and demand of hairdressers • Brand behavior post-pandemic • The state of social media • Digital education – where are we now? Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? This month's winner is getting a 1-year subscription to Hairbrained online education! 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

@kimberlytayhair joins us again to share her journey the past few years. We discuss how adaptation was crucial in starting her new salon and wig company, as well as the specifics of creative color clients and her approach to them. This Week's Topics: • Moving away from LA during Covid and starting a salon • Creative color clients: who are they? • Her pricing strategy • Sponsorships • Where she hopes to be in a couple years • Artistry in hair: her approach to a head of hair • Making & Selling her wigs • Where her new clients are coming from • Most difficult convo with a client Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? At the beginning of next month we draw a name to win a 1-year subscription to Hairbrained online education! 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

What is more important to a hairdresser... the hands or the mind? We continue this week with @kirill_hairfucker and dive deep into his creative process, getting a look at his approach to a head of hair as well as his art. This Week's Topics: • Opening his hair salon/design lab in West Hollywood & inspiration behind it • Integrating hair into different art mediums • Explanations of the meanings behind his IG posts • Why he started cutting with his opposite hand • His creative approach to a head of hair • His Hair Horror Story Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? At the beginning of every month we draw a name to win a great prize! 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

As a hair artist blurring the lines between hair and art, @kirill_hairfucker had a difficult journey finding a place he could be himself. He speaks about growing up in the Soviet Union and the struggles he had expressing himself and his art. He also shares how he found himself opening a salon here in Los Angeles and why he named himself 'Hairfucker'! This Week's Topics: • Growing up in Soviet Union and wanting a haircut he couldn't get • Continuing to be stifled creatively in other people's salons; traveling to find his place • Opening his own salon • Travel to America during Covid to research opening a salon • Why the name 'Hairfucker' Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? At the beginning of every month we draw a name to win a great prize! 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

It's always a hilariously fun time with @theplatinumgiraffe! We catch up with Sarai and discuss the change in direction she took with her social media content this past year, along with the launch of her online education. She also shares some incredible advice on the importance of branding and pricing yourself correctly. This week's topics: • Forming her private education group 'Blonding Crew' • Importance of branding & how to brand yourself effectively • Pricing yourself correctly • Post-pandemic: what's changed with clients • Finding new clients through social media and elevating your game Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? This month's winner is getting 2 free months of Sarai's private education! 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

Indie stylist and educator @cryistalchaos dealt with negative criticism and judgement based on how she looked starting out in the hair industry. She quickly realized she needed to be her own boss to achieve what she wanted. We discuss this, along with the important things you need to know regarding photography and social media. This week's topics: • How hair school gave her a jaded view of doing hair • First jobs out of hair school at commission salons stifling her creativity • Her educating on elements of the hair business - Photography – what's changed and what's important - Instagram – what she teaches that is important to know: intellectual property, verification - TikTok – should a behind-the-chair stylist be on TikTok? Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win a fantastic prize! 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

Candy Shaw aka @thebalaylama traded haircuts for schoolwork as a means to get through high school due to her learning disability. This grit & hard work carried through to her career as a hairdresser, salon owner, and educator. We discuss her journey, as well as making difficult decisions as a leader. This week's topics: • Trading schoolwork for cutting hair due to learning disability • Doing apprenticeships in Europe instead of beauty school • Working at her father's salon & buying father's salon business for control and ownership • Leading her salons during covid: making tough decisions • New trends in client behavior • Her best advice for stylists Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win a fantastic prize! 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 @thegarrickdixon this week and get into the challenges of creating content in a busy environment, as well as his advice for being successful and productive as a business owner. This week's topics: • Getting recognition and upping his content game • Advice for new barbers/stylists • The origin of his product line; how they help people make money • Advice on being successful and productive as an indie salon owner • Difficult conversations with clients Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win a fantastic prize! 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

With 30 years of experience cutting hair, Entrepreneur & Barbertainer @thegarrickdixon has successfully blended his love of comedy with barbering. He shares his journey from corporate America to stand-up comic and actor, all while continuing to cut hair. He discusses combining comedy and cutting, as well as how to make your videos funnier. This week's topics: • Working a corporate job & cutting hair on the weekend • Doing stand-up comedy and getting into TV • Life on the road and the strain on family • Combining comedy and the barbershop Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win $500 cash! 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

As a L'Oreal Educator, stylist, and creator of @cruxebrand hair products, @DrewSchafering juggles a lot of endeavors. We discuss how to balance multiple projects successfully, as well as the challenge of getting logistical stuff done as a creative person. We also get into creating a product line and his creative workshops. This week's topics: • Becoming a teaching artist for Loreal; moving to NY for opportunities • Getting into fashion/editorial: the realities of it • Balancing multiple projects/endeavors so they don't cause failure • Getting logistical things done as a creative person • Starting his own product line • His Creative Workshops and how they help hairstylists • Who is inspiring him in the industry • His podcast and why he started it • What he would change about the industry • His Hair Horror Story! Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win $500 cash! 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

Colorist, Coach, Consultant.... @cassandraplatinum also recently completed a build out of her own salon and beauty boutique @emeraldroombeauty! She describes the different types of mindset therapies she became certified in and how they can help a stylist become more successful. We also dig into the tough stuff: refunds, cancellations, & letting clients go. This Week's Topics: • Her training as business & mindset coach • Timeline therapy and how it can help reverse negative emotions • hypnotherapy and how it can assist in your goals • When to give a refund and how to avoid them • When to fire a client • Cancellation policies Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win $500 cash! 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

Fred Jones, Chief Counsel of the Professional Beauty Federation of California @probeautyfederation joins us again to discuss the passing of Senate Bill 803 in California. The original version of the bill was to remove the required licensure for certain beauty services. He takes us through the changes they were able to make and how licenses are now affected since the bill took effect Jan. 1st, 2022. This week's topics: • What is Senate Bill 803? What changes were made to the original bill before it passed? • Impact on education & licensure • Covid mandates discussion • Politicians' handling of Covid measures Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win $500 cash! 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

Hair artist and B3 ambassador Wesley Palmer @wesdoeshair had a lot of ups and downs in 2021 and is starting 2022 with new habits, new goals, and new focus. One of these changes was switching to hourly pricing. We discuss why he made the switch and his strategies for handling his clients during this transition. This Week's Topics: • 2021 Ups and Downs: Finding Extensions • Creating popular content & getting back behind the chair • His pricing strategy: moving to hourly pricing and handling his clients • Getting into men's hair replacement Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win $500 cash! 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

Organizing your TIME is more important than organizing your stuff. As a productivity coach, speaker, and founder of Life Is Organized, Mridu Parikh has taught thousands of women simple ways to wake up with a plan… take control of their distractions… and drop overwhelm with ease. She shares her simple tips for being more productive instantly, as well as implementing techniques into your day-to-day routine. This week's topics: • How she pivoted her home organizing business to time organization • Focusing her clients' goals and visions • 4 easy ways to increase productivity • Implementing these practices into your work week Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? We have a monthly drawing to win $500 cash! 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