This episode I’m reminded why I love where I grew up in Bucks County (haaay, Bensalem). It cultivated so many memories, opportunities and FRIENDSHIPS that I’m so grateful to have carried into adulthood. This week I’m interviewing a high school friend and fellow small business owner, Ashley Metz of @lavenderashsalon, and bantering about all things girlhood, business hood, and my favorite - betting on yourself.
The conversation is sooo soulful as Ashley shares her journey as a stylist and salon suite owner. She discusses the challenges of authenticity in social media, her unique salon experience, and the fear that follows opening a small business. She shares her most recent form of self-care (vision boards work, friends!!), how quintessential community support is, and the DESPERATE need for financial literacy - in the beauty industry and beyond.
Needless to say, we let our hair down this episode and share some wise words.

Key Takeaways

• The pressures of social media and authenticity.
• Ashley emphasizes the importance of client expectations in hairstyling.
• Creating a calm and cozy salon environment is a priority for her.
• Ashley took a leap of faith to open her own salon after years of experience.
• Financial literacy is crucial for small business owners in the beauty industry.
• Self-care is essential for maintaining creativity and balance in life.
• Community support among stylists is vital for overcoming loneliness.

• Vision boards help clarify personal and professional goals (and are good for the soul!!!).
• Teaching financial management should be a part of beauty education.

Follow Ashley:

Instagram: @lavenderashsalon

Website: www.lavenderashsalon.com/

Follow me:

Instagram: @brittanynettlesandco

Website: nettlesandco.com

Youtube: youtube.com/@MotherhoodontheMove