(Part 1) Stories From Stylists Who Made Big, Scary Shifts
03/26/23 • 33 min
Welcome to another exciting episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, where we delve into the world of hairstyling and explore the ever-evolving business landscape. In this special two-part series, host Hunter Donia interviews two talented stylists, Sidney Applegate and Shirin Zakerion, who have both made significant shifts in their careers and are now thriving in the hairstyling industry.
Drawing from her experience in developing a tech startup, Shirin has become a trusted source of information and inspiration for those embracing their natural curls and has had the pleasure of becoming a leader within her area. As an educator for Forever Curls and a Read Curl Magazine panelist for 2023, she continues to educate and inspire the curly hair community.
Sidney has made a name for herself by helping clients achieve low-maintenance, dimensional hair color that enhances their natural beauty. As an aspiring educator, she is passionate about helping other hairstylists gain confidence in their hand-painted balayage skills, empowering them to become the go-to specialists in their areas for natural-looking color.
Throughout the episode, Hunter, Sidney, and Shirin discuss the challenges they faced while making some significant shifts in their businesses, as well as the lessons they've learned along the way. Listen in as they share valuable insights and advice on embracing change, taking risks, and overcoming fear in the world of hairstyling.
Whether you are a seasoned stylist, a newcomer to the industry, or simply curious about the business side of hairstyling, this episode is packed with inspiring stories and practical tips that will help you navigate your own career journey. So, tune in and get ready to be inspired by the incredible stories of Sidney Applegate and Shirin Zakerion on The Modern Hairstylist Podcast.
Keywords: Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hunter Donia, Sidney Applegate, Shirin Zakerion, business shifts, curly hair, Siren salon, Forever Curls, Read Curl Magazine, balayage specialist, Dayton Ohio, hairstylist education, career journey, embracing change, overcoming fear.
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Sidney Applegate's FREE Balayage Placement Guide
Shirin Zakerion's Instagram
Shirin Zakerion's Website
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Welcome to another exciting episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, where we delve into the world of hairstyling and explore the ever-evolving business landscape. In this special two-part series, host Hunter Donia interviews two talented stylists, Sidney Applegate and Shirin Zakerion, who have both made significant shifts in their careers and are now thriving in the hairstyling industry.
Drawing from her experience in developing a tech startup, Shirin has become a trusted source of information and inspiration for those embracing their natural curls and has had the pleasure of becoming a leader within her area. As an educator for Forever Curls and a Read Curl Magazine panelist for 2023, she continues to educate and inspire the curly hair community.
Sidney has made a name for herself by helping clients achieve low-maintenance, dimensional hair color that enhances their natural beauty. As an aspiring educator, she is passionate about helping other hairstylists gain confidence in their hand-painted balayage skills, empowering them to become the go-to specialists in their areas for natural-looking color.
Throughout the episode, Hunter, Sidney, and Shirin discuss the challenges they faced while making some significant shifts in their businesses, as well as the lessons they've learned along the way. Listen in as they share valuable insights and advice on embracing change, taking risks, and overcoming fear in the world of hairstyling.
Whether you are a seasoned stylist, a newcomer to the industry, or simply curious about the business side of hairstyling, this episode is packed with inspiring stories and practical tips that will help you navigate your own career journey. So, tune in and get ready to be inspired by the incredible stories of Sidney Applegate and Shirin Zakerion on The Modern Hairstylist Podcast.
Keywords: Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hunter Donia, Sidney Applegate, Shirin Zakerion, business shifts, curly hair, Siren salon, Forever Curls, Read Curl Magazine, balayage specialist, Dayton Ohio, hairstylist education, career journey, embracing change, overcoming fear.
Sidney Applegate's Instagram
Sidney Applegate's FREE Balayage Placement Guide
Shirin Zakerion's Instagram
Shirin Zakerion's Website
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(Part 2) Stories From Stylists Who Made Big, Scary Shifts
Join us for another insightful episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, where we empower beauty professionals like you to excel in the ever-evolving world of hairstyling. In this episode, our host Hunter interviews accomplished hairstylists Katie Schoenrock and Zarena Flemmings, who share their experiences and wisdom on implementing systems, embracing change, and making informed decisions for their beauty businesses.
In the first segment, Katie Schoenrock recounts her journey from employee to booth renter to small business owner. She dives into the changes she's made to her business, including innovative booking systems, pricing strategies, and enhanced client communication techniques. Discover how these changes have streamlined her workflow, improved customer satisfaction, and boosted her business's growth.
Zarena Flemmings discusses her eight-year-long experience in the beauty industry, focusing on the systems and strategies she's implemented for success. She shares how adapting her appointment booking process, pricing her services competitively, and streamlining client communication have made a positive impact on her business and client relationships.
Katie and Zarena exchange ideas on overcoming the challenges that come with running a beauty business. They delve into the benefits of efficient systems for scheduling appointments, determining service pricing, and maintaining open lines of communication with clients. By staying agile and embracing change, they reveal how they've navigated industry shifts and trends.
In this episode we chat about overcoming fears and stepping out of comfort zones to make necessary changes in your beauty business. Katie and Zarena offer valuable advice on facing uncertainty, learning from mistakes, and building the confidence to make bold decisions.
They both emphasize the importance of embracing change, implementing effective systems, and continuously seeking improvement to stay ahead in the competitive hairstyling industry.
Katie and Zarena leave also leave us with key takeaways and actionable tips to help you revolutionize your own beauty businesses.
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