The Hair Game

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

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