The Chair-apist

Ready to take the plunge? In this episode, join us as we follow Leanna on her daring move from one bustling salon to an even bigger one in another city. With her wealth of experience as a leader and a team that’s already achieved great success, find out how she keeps everyone motivated and drives them to even greater heights!

In this episode, I am chatting with my longtime friend, Susan Greenside, about setting boundaries in your business. Whether setting parameters around when it’s ok to contact you (not midnight) or how to communicate and enforce your cancellation policy, we hit it all.

As service professionals, we want to serve our clients, but they need to respect us too. This episode is all about setting client expectations so that they and you have a great relationship.

You're tired. You're stressed. You need a break, but you don't know how to fit one in.

We all know that being a hairstylist is hard work. Between clients, color, cuts, and product education, your days are long and exhausting. Not to mention trying to stay on top of all of your everyday, life responsibilities.

We need to take the time to reset and recharge. Think about our businesses in a different way and strive to work smarter, not harder. Keep in mind, though that you may have to work harder at the beginning to give yourself the foundation to work smarter in the future.

In Episode 5 of the Chair-apist, I interview Ryan Weeden, the founder of Masters of Balayage and the creator of the MOB HERO Retreat. We chat about the importance of recharging and resetting in order to be our best selves. This episode is perfect for anyone feeling burned out or stuck in a rut and looking for some inspiration to jumpstart their creative juices. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

In episode 7 of The Chair-apist, I'm talking with Ben White of Fancy Hairdressers about the online education they offer, their shears and life on the road. Fancy Hairdressers is an online education platform that offers courses on hair styling, cutting, and coloring. They also sell professional quality shears and other haircare products. Ben is a world-renowned hair stylist who has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry. In this episode, he shares his insights on the online education landscape, the importance of quality shears, and life on the road as an educator.

Ben white is a master stylist with experience ranging from television to salon work, the classroom, and some of the biggest hairdressing stages in the country. Ben has developed a style with his scissor and razor work that is both effortless and effective. His relaxed delivery has all of the skill with none of the ego making him easy to learn from and connect with.

We've all been there, working in a toxic salon environment. You know the one - where the drama is never-ending, and it seems like every day is a battle.

It's hard to focus on your work when you're constantly dealing with drama and negativity from your co-workers. Not to mention, this type of environment can be really stressful.

In Episode 2 of The Chair-apist, I interview Darcy from Emerson Salon. We discuss the toxic salon paradigm or toxicity within the salon environment. We also discuss current and proposed legislation affecting the hair and beauty industry and what you can do to get involved. This is a must-listen for anyone in the hair and beauty industry!