Shawna, Misty, and Nick connect over a relatable conversation about landing that dream job and then finding out that it is all a lie and not what you thought and before you know it, you are in a nightmare that you don't know how to get out of. We talk about our own experiences and tips on how to navigate and avoid these bad situations while exploring what it takes to overcome it. 

In this week's conversation, Misty, Shawna, Nick and Alyssa connect over how to feel great, allergies, diarrhea, skin reactions, washing hands, glove it up, vitamins, ergonomics, the barbershop, beard trimming, snack packs, calming rituals, and more packed in this week's episode of An Apple A Day, Keeps Me Paid!!!!

Shawna, Misty, Nick and Alyssa, jump into a relatable conversation on Chemical hazards in the salon, basic chemical understanding, SDS, record keeping, permanent disfigurement, nerve damage, horror headlines from chemical burns in salons,  million dollar lawsuits, the importance of reading labels, chemical recycle centers and so much more in this weeks' discussion of I'd rather be safe than be sorry!!!

Misty, Shawna, Nick and guest Alyssa connect over a conversation on hair coloring basics! Many stylists feel confident when it comes to hair color services and some feel they didn't get the best foundation.  Color, tones, hues, levels, mixing it up, formulas, consultations, lighting, and aftercare are packed into this fun and educational chat!  And whenever you are feeling stressed,  remember to just Keep Calm and Color On!!!!

Misty, Shawna, Nick and Nicole jump down a rabbit hole of clients that show up late, phone calls during the service, paper booking versus digital, I'm not sick it's allergies, offensive conversations in the shop, no shows that don't stop, clients that show up with a coffee, and how to politely redirect if possible. All this and more for this week's relatable conversation of It's not me it's you.....

Gluing down loose nails, bacterial infections, bad shortcuts,  Naughty technicians, Naughty clients,  Glitter as an answer, & How to not rebook difficult people by saying "Oooooo Looks like i am  Booked till June" .....All this and more in this weeks conversation..... Megan Stedman,  This one is for you!!  Thank you for always being my hype girl and encouraging me to do things that I only considered in my mind........Thank you. 

In this episode's conversation of "If you stay ready you don't gotta get ready", Shawna, Misty, Nicole and Nick connect about, State Board Inspectors, Laws, and regulations, how fines can happen and best practices to avoid them. What the inspectors could be looking for, the importance of inspections, and a person who contracted herpes from a manicure! Helpful State Board contact information and links to the website that will help you stay in compliance and stay ready! 

Surprisingly enough, so many clients have experienced a bad and painful removal service and technicians have struggled to remove artificial nails depending on the product being removed. This week we discuss different methods, the amount of time it should take, troubleshooting techniques, potential damage to the nails, and a quick tap into the State Board practical exam on this specific procedure.  

Two guest speakers from Saint Maries Idaho, join us for the conversation on the best price of beauty! Small business owner Della Kennon and licensed professional Nick Ohlson, offer their relatable experiences in the industry on raising service prices, the potential push back and fallout, announcing the increase, and what dictates the price. From skill level to booth rent, generational experiences, and the driving factors are packed into this episode of Booked till June!!