Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers

Have you ever seen Hairdressers write NO NEW CLIENTS ON THEIR SOCIALS? Or perhaps you don’t take new clients because it feels like too much work. New clients slide into my DM’s with hopeful messages to book an appointment or they use the contact options I share on my socials, such as email or Facebook messenger all the time and many turn into long-term regular clients (or investors as I like to view them) in my biz. In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, we’re talking about NEW CLIENT REQUESTS and QUICK REPLIES. If you would like to learn how to convert inquiries into happy clients, this is the podcast for you!

------WANT TO SEE HOW TO SEND INSTA QUICK REPLIES on the podcast blog page https://kristinarussell.com.au/podcast-21

WANT TO LEARN HOW TO HAIR PAINT FOR REDHEADS? Free ebook for download https://kristinarussell.com.au/hair-painting-for-redheads-ebook/

SHOW NOTES (including samples of frequent Q+A's and quick replies for you to copy + paste + save to send your client inquiries) https://kristinarussell.com.au/podcast-21

DM KRISTINA OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/colourkristina/

Ever thought how difficult predicting hair colour results on different levels of lightness can be? Hair colour swatch books are always made on white hair, which can make it difficult to predict results when working on bases that are yellow or darker than white.

And this becomes doubly difficult when clients ask to see a swatch or ask what exactly their result will be with traditional or Vivid Dyes. 

In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast we’re talking about color mapping for Hair Painters, so if you want more confidence to paint and know why every time, then this is the podcast for you.

American Hair Stylist Josh Comeaux has created something for hair stylists and hair painters PLUS CONSUMERS to help them achieve their best look, aptly named Color Map.

Color Map is a unique tool for Hairdressers, that is great for formulating colour before application on actual hair. This clever paper swatch book also helps the client and the artist get a visual of the outcome. Great for teaching colour theory and so much more! 

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WANT TO SEE HOW OTHERS ARE USING COLOR MAP on my podcast blog page https://kristinarussell.com.au/podcast-20

WANT TO LEARN HOW TO HAIR PAINT FOR REDHEADS? Free ebook for download https://kristinarussell.com.au/hair-painting-for-redheads-ebook/

SHOW NOTES (including a couple of sample images displaying Color Mapping and all links and resources) https://kristinarussell.com.au/podcast-20

DM KRISTINA OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/colourkristina/

Perfection Point Planning is a system to help Hairdressers plan ahead and know-how to measure success. Learn my exact steps to scale your biz in rebooking rates, retail recommendations, service suggestions and customised care for every client.

In the latest Colour Kristina Talks Podcast, I share my 5 steps for maximising each salon day for success. This will help you know what to strive for each day, so you can see what worked and what you would do differently next time each client visits with a clear goal for success.

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WANT TO SEE HOW TO MAKE A PERFECTION POINT PLAN?  Jump on my podcast blog page https://kristinarussell.com.au/podcast-19/

WANT TO LEARN HOW TO HAIR PAINT FOR REDHEADS? Free ebook for download https://kristinarussell.com.au/hair-painting-for-redheads-ebook/

SHOW NOTES (including a couple of sample images displaying a Perfection Plan and all links and resources) https://kristinarussell.com.au/podcast-19/

DM KRISTINA OVER ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/colourkristina/

Kym Krey is a Salon Business Specialist with a wealth of industry knowledge and experience spanning over 35 years. She’s all about pushing through barriers to achieve success, and she’s built a reputation for getting results fast.

There is a misconception in the world that being creative means you will never earn a living. This episode is a myth buster! We are talking about how creatives can be profitable.

If you want to learn how to grow your creative business, this is the episode for you!

Kym partners with many businesses (not just hair salons) and her niche being able to spot problems before they happen. Here's her top tips for creatives to become profitable;

1. Old beliefs can be the biggest blocks for success
2. Shift in thinking - We discuss why it is so important to reconnect with your reason and purpose
3. Build a team of productive and profitable people around you
4. Skill sets needs to change at each level of professional development - avoid holding on to past success and you progress to new levels
5. Know your strengths and know where to get support
6. Numbers - Don't be afraid of this! Numbers are just telling a story about what is going on in the biz
7. If you are a creative or managing a creative team - speak in values and not in dollars! 

Keen to learn more?

This episode's freebie downloadable resource is an ebook, The Ultimate Guide to Staff Performance by Kym Krey. This free ebook is available at https://kristinarussell.com.au/podcast-18/

RESILIENCE can mean different things, but generally it means the ability to not dwell on things and bounce back with elasticity or strength. Resilience is also something you can learn to be and may not be something that comes naturally for everyone.

This episode is to help hairdressers and salon owners seeking some free education and connection during isolation (or social distancing) within a special 3-part  COVID-19 series focussed on different aspects of what you can do now to feel connected, educated and work towards a brighter future.

We are all experiencing uncertain times and some of us are working from home, or some hairdressers perhaps are still in the salon doing restricted hours. I know this is different all over the world and things are changing daily due to the covid-19 pandemic.

Personally, I am experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. Some days are great and others are more challenging.

When I google the word resilience so many blogs and podcasts and definitions pop up. The definition that I liked the most was that resilience is building skills to endure hardship.

Resilience can mean different things, but generally it means the ability to not dwell on things and bounce back with elasticity or strength. Resilience is also something you can learn to be and may not be something that comes naturally for everyone.

Resilience is not about bottling things up or thinking you need to be tough and go through things alone. In fact, it’s the opposite. I encourage you to reach out for help and support to adapt and change to new circumstances.

I have 5 tips to help improve your resilience based on articles I have been reading and researching for this episode plus my own experiences of what has worked for me in the past;

1. Connections - connecting with others is so important now; in the digital age it's great to try app's like House Party or call with video on Zoom or Skype to see each other's face while speaking. Beware of social media communities at this time
2. Make each day meaningful - this could mean writing some goals each day or perhaps at the beginning of the week. I have a friend that writes a goal for high priority, and 1 for would be nice to do if I had time and 1 for self care. That’s it! 3 per day.
3. Reflect - journalling or writing things down of what is working and what could work better can cue a great practice to start doing. After this episode you could try writing 3 things you love doing, 3 things you like doing at work, and 3 things you are not open for anymore perhaps as a first attempt at journaling. Mention the Artists Way as a book ….
4. Make a plan. Situations can improve if you work at it. What needs to be done? Take actionable steps towards your plan. How do you like to learn? Podcasts? Reading? Watching documentaries? Attending online education?
5. Self-care > Do at least 1 thing a day that you enjoy and that works your physical and emotional body. This could be dancing around the kitchen or doing yoga in your living room. Watch a funny movie or soak in a long bath listening to your favourite music. Get up and get active when you want to and just relax and recharge when you don’t want to, but just be kind.

Keen to binge something other than Netflix? I have over 20 hours of past podcast episodes for your listening pleasure ready to binge back-to-back, or pick-and-mix to discover subjects that resonate with you.

I wanted to let you know how much I am enjoying podcasting and am loving all the messages of support I have been receiving lately. When I sit at my little IKEA desk talking alone into my microphone my mission it so be creating content to serve your education goals and to share inspiration and ideas to help you grow. But now more than ever I believe that podcasting is such an incredible way I can help you feel connected to others, which is why I am committed to uploading new episodes every week. Chat next week x K

This episode is to help hairdressers and salon owners seeking some free education and inspiration during isolation (or social distancing) within a special 3-part  COVID-19 series focussed on different aspects of what you can do now to feel connected, educated and work towards a brighter future.

I am chatting with Youtube legend and Salon Owner, Adam Ciaccia about a free-to-access online education platform he recently setup with fellow Aussie Stylist Kobi Bokshish. Their group was setup as an industry reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic to help hairdressers across the globe seek education and connection. Within a few days thousands of hairdressers had signed up, which just shows how many people are wearing for community during a time when a lot of hairdressers are self isolating across the globe.

I like the concept of this new Facebook group called AFTERMATH Hair Education, because it encourages big names and industry disruptors to contribute live or pre-recorded videos to help inspire and educate others. And what I love about the group is that there are so many Emerging Educators or first-time presenters being given a platform to share what they do, which is awesome to see newbies share their passion in a supportive group. Today there is 10,000 members in their Facebook community and I am confident this number will keep growing.

AFTERMATH Hair Education is a Global Independent resource for Professional Hairdressers. A platform for Hairdressers to create, contribute and consume Hairdressing Education content, 24/7. In good times & bad the Global Hairdressing community is here to support one and other; united together through friendship, positivity and kindness we can overcome any crisis.

Adam and I also chat about youtube and how he built a loyal client following from sharing his approach in videos. Yep! That’s right! It is not just hairdressers that love watching hair online, it’s also our clients and our potential future clients. Now could be the time to setup a youtube station for your clients sharing how to use products that you love and sell at your salon, whether you are currently open or not.

Getting comfortable in front of a camera can be challenging, but often we are the biggest roadblocks for our own success. Join the community at Aftermath Hair Ed on Facebook and submit a vid of your doing some hair. I would loooooooovvvvveeeee to see my gorgeous listeners (yes you!!) sharing their first ever video tutorials in the group. And just to help you feel less alone, I want you to know that I have taken the challenge too. I ordered a tripod online and will film a couple vids in the next week or so, and then am committed to my first IGTV.

During the coronavirus pandemic, it could be a good time to pivot in your business and try new things. If you would like to step into youtube or film tutorials, this is the podcast for you!

Stay safe lovelies x Kristina

We are currently all experiencing unprecedented times with the COVID-19 pandemic. Have you ever wished you could sit down with successful salon owners and pick their brains during a crisis?

I sure have, so I wanted to provide a special series dedicated to helping my industry know what they can be doing to help their salon, team and clients stay connected during this unprecedented time. It is vital for us all to have skills that could help us future proof areas of our business, and look at the future with some practical steps to start now.

This is the first of a 3-part series designed to help hairdressers navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. The Colour Kristina Talks Podcast is committed to helping hairdressers feel connected and educated with flexible options to work towards a brighter future.

In episode 15 of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast I am talking with Expert Educator and Salon Coach, Carl Keeley. We discuss a few key topics around how to work towards creating a new business model, whilst maintaining relationships with the salon triangle (clients/team/owner) plus more. A full transcript will be available on my website blog page, because this episode is jam packed with tips to maintain and sustain your biz during the course of this pandemic and beyond.

The key themes covered in detail in this episode are:

1. Staff - Teams: Keeping your team connected. This is relevant for salons that are open or closed. Team members can be utilised to diversify their skillset and there are so many options to keep them busy with new marketing or digital skills to support your business systems until it is time to reopen or invite in new clients. Now is the time to nurture and learn new skills to scale stronger systems.
   
   
2. Client Communication: This is so important and not to be overlooked!! We are hairdressers and love doing hair, but ultimately we are a relationship industry. Keep your messaging to clients on point with what’s happening in the salon and what the team is doing. We discuss email newsletters, Facebook client groups, Customer VIP Groups and a few ideas for helping clients know how to use products that you sell them from your online shop. Yep! Time to setup an online shop if you don’t have that done already as first priority, or Freelancers/Self-employed Hairdressers it’s a great time to start offering gift certificates for clients to buy now and have their hair done at a later date.
   
3. Salon Owners: we discuss things a Salon Owner can be doing now for their teams and where you can access online support and up-to-date education.
   
   
4. Self-Speak + Mindset: This is a big one! What are you telling yourself? Now might not seem like it, but it actually is a great time to set projects for 6 months from now. Start working on your dream biz or dream clientele, and start actioning the steps needed for that.

We are currently all experiencing unprecedented times with the COVID-19 pandemic. Have you ever wished you could sit down with successful salon owners and pick their brains during a crisis?

I sure have, so I wanted to provide a special series dedicated to helping my industry know what they can be doing to help their salon, team and clients stay connected during this unprecedented time. It is vital for us all to have skills that could help us future proof areas of our business, and look at the future with some practical steps to start now.

This is the first of a 3-part series designed to help hairdressers navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. The Colour Kristina Talks Podcast is committed to helping hairdressers feel connected and educated with flexible options to work towards a brighter future.

In episode 15 of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast I am talking with Expert Educator and Salon Coach, Carl Keeley. We discuss a few key topics around how to work towards creating a new business model, whilst maintaining relationships with the salon triangle (clients/team/owner) plus more. A full transcript will be available on my website blog page, because this episode is jam packed with tips to maintain and sustain your biz during the course of this pandemic and beyond.

The key themes covered in detail in this episode are:

1. Staff - Teams: Keeping your team connected. This is relevant for salons that are open or closed. Team members can be utilised to diversify their skillset and there are so many options to keep them busy with new marketing or digital skills to support your business systems until it is time to reopen or invite in new clients. Now is the time to nurture and learn new skills to scale stronger systems.
2. Client Communication: This is so important and not to be overlooked!! We are hairdressers and love doing hair, but ultimately we are a relationship industry. Keep your messaging to clients on point with what’s happening in the salon and what the team is doing. We discuss email newsletters, Facebook client groups, Customer VIP Groups and a few ideas for helping clients know how to use products that you sell them from your online shop. Yep! Time to setup an online shop if you don’t have that done already as first priority, or Freelancers/Self-employed Hairdressers it’s a great time to start offering gift certificates for clients to buy now and have their hair done at a later date.
3. Salon Owners: we discuss things a Salon Owner can be doing now for their teams and where you can access online support and up-to-date education.
4. Self-Speak + Mindset: This is a big one! What are you telling yourself? Now might not seem like it, but it actually is a great time to set projects for 6 months from now. Start working on your dream biz or dream clientele, and start actioning the steps needed for that.

Would you like to KNOW HOW to stand out as an EXPERT Hairdresser and learn how to earn more working behind the salon chair?

If you answered a very loud YESSSS, then you absolutely must listen to this interview with US Expert Hair Color Educator, Elaine Travis.

In this episode we’re talking about all things colour and how to become ready to be a six-figure hairdresser. We chat about the importance of education and how to access online salon resources to elevate you and your team for success.

Elaine Travis has been a professional hairdresser for over 30 years, and formerly an incredibly successful salon owner. Her passion for hair color  continues to grow each year, and her ability to communicate her message in a simplified approach is truly helping our industry to upscale their professional edge with clarity.

Elaine has also written a book for hairdressers, called A Colorful Journey. Her motivation was to share her approach, and create something for new hires and team members as a practical resource. This led to her doing the hair show circuit to grow her teaching experience, and she has recently sold her salon after 30 years and gone on a virtual teaching platform.

Her method is to simplify information. Basically there is only 3 things you can do to hair:

• You can lighten it
• You can deepen it
• You can brighten it

Seems simple, right?

When we break it down, it becomes more clear the choices are simple but the techniques needed to support the decision for each client needs to be learnt to step from hairdresser to Expert.

Elaine's top 3 tips to stand out as an Expert Hairdresser:

1. Pay attention to details
2. Proper Pricing
3. Become a Couture Colour Artist

Wondering what is involved in each of those 3 tips to stand out?

Listen to learn more. Make sure you download your freebie learning resource attached to this episode, because Elaine has given an incredible Digital chart that you should print out for your colour dispensary wall.

Click here for your free Guide to Creating and Formulating Glazes and Root Shadows, or jump on my website's blog page for show notes and download your freebie resource there.

Next week’s episode is all about how to maximise your bookings every day. I share my exact approach that I use on my salon clients to boost productivity and revenue to help you boost your bottom line. Have a colourful week x K

Would you like to KNOW HOW to stand out as an EXPERT Hairdresser and learn how to earn more working behind the salon chair?

If you answered a very loud YESSSS, then you absolutely must listen to this interview with US Expert Hair Color Educator, Elaine Travis.

In this episode we’re talking about all things colour and how to become ready to be a six-figure hairdresser. We chat about the importance of education and how to access online salon resources to elevate you and your team for success.

Elaine Travis has been a professional hairdresser for over 30 years, and formerly an incredibly successful salon owner. Her passion for hair color  continues to grow each year, and her ability to communicate her message in a simplified approach is truly helping our industry to upscale their professional edge with clarity.

Elaine has also written a book for hairdressers, called A Colorful Journey. Her motivation was to share her approach, and create something for new hires and team members as a practical resource. This led to her doing the hair show circuit to grow her teaching experience, and she has recently sold her salon after 30 years and gone on a virtual teaching platform.

Her method is to simplify information. Basically there is only 3 things you can do to hair:

• You can lighten it
• You can deepen it
• You can brighten it

Seems simple, right?

When we break it down, it becomes more clear the choices are simple but the techniques needed to support the decision for each client needs to be learnt to step from hairdresser to Expert.

Elaine's top 3 tips to stand out as an Expert Hairdresser:

1. Pay attention to details
2. Proper Pricing
3. Become a Couture Colour Artist

Wondering what is involved in each of those 3 tips to stand out?

Listen to learn more. Make sure you download your freebie learning resource attached to this episode, because Elaine has given an incredible Digital chart that you should print out for your colour dispensary wall.

Click here for your free Guide to Creating and Formulating Glazes and Root Shadows, or jump on my website's blog page for show notes and download your freebie resource there.

Next week’s episode is all about how to maximise your bookings every day. I share my exact approach that I use on my salon clients to boost productivity and revenue to help you boost your bottom line. Have a colourful week x K