Despite the changes in the social media landscape, using Instagram effectively is still one of the most important tools to help you grow your salon business!

 My guest on today's podcast is Vivienne Johns, a UK-based Instagram expert. At this point in time, being competent (at least) in using this social media channel (alongside the others) is a skill that you can’t afford to ignore. 

 On her own admission, Vivienne was late to embrace Instagram, but she has certainly made up for lost time and has established herself as a very relatable educator in a fast-moving space.  

 In today’s podcast, we will discuss:

 -    The ever-changing social media landscape

 -    How people are consuming content today

 -    How to manage and set guidelines around your salon's social

 And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/201/

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The words' icon' and 'legend' are totally overused in the hairdressing industry, and the problem that it creates is that when you really do meet someone regarded as a genuine icon or legend in the hairdressing industry, there are no superlatives left to aptly describe their status. 

Having said that, today's guest would never call himself an 'icon' or a 'legend,' and it's that humility combined with decades at the top creatively that has earned him the respect of hairdressers everywhere.

My guest on today's podcast is Mr Trevor Sorbie MBE. Trevor started his career working in his father's barbershop in Paisley, Scotland. He went on to become one of the biggest names in the world of hairdressing, and along the way, won 4 British Hairdresser Of the Year Awards, was awarded a Doctorate from a Scottish University and was made a Member of the British Empire from her Majesty the Queen…

In today's podcast, we will discuss: 

-   The importance of nurturing creativity

-   The art of being a great on-stage presenter

-   The wisdom that comes with age…

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/200/

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been with us for a while, but this year it has exploded into the general consciousness. Regardless of country or industry, it seems like everyone is talking about all the ways that AI will revolutionise the hairdressing business. 

But what impact will it have on the creative side of the industry? How will it change how we communicate, how we do consultations, and how we recommend home haircare?

My guest on today's Podcast is Richard Kavanagh, who, amongst other things, is the founder of piiq Digital. I've asked Richard onto the show because I want to talk about AI and creativity, and as he has a foot in both camps, I think he’ll bring a broad perspective to the conversation.

In today’s podcast, we will discuss:

• How AI can enhance creativity
• The impact of AI on salon retail
• The piiq smart mirror…

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/199/ 

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I’ve always endeavoured to feature a wide range of guests from different countries, but more importantly I also try to cover a range of topics that reflect not just hairdressing and business, but life, and the highs and lows that come with being human because that is what makes us who we are. And who we are at a personal level impacts who we are at a professional level…

I know, that like me, a lot of people listen to a podcast while they are walking their dogs.

In fact, one of my favourite stories is of a coaching client of mine whose dog gets excited as soon as she hears the intro music of my podcast because the dog associates the music with ‘walk time’ and every dog loves their walk.

And so that brings me to the topic of today's podcast because, at the time of recording, it’s only a couple of days since we unexpectedly lost ‘Kingsley’ a much loved member of our family, and it’s made me reflect on the importance of finding balance and time for every part of your life…

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/198

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 Today is the third in a series of episodes where I am talking to hairstylists who are extraordinarily productive in the salon. The average American hairstylist probably generates between $80-$100k a year behind the chair in total sales, so when you meet someone doing three to five times that, they are obviously doing something special.

 Brandon Darragh, who has worked at Van Michael Salon since the age of 19, generates in excess of $375,000 a year behind the chair and only works a 4-day week! I’m sure you’re as curious as I am about how he does it.

 In today’s podcast, we’ll discuss:

 -     The characteristics of a successful hairdresser

 -     How to retain talent in your salon

 -     How to make a 4-day week work for you…

 And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/197/

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This year will be remembered for many things, including as being the time when Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) exploded into the mainstream of society.  

A.I. has been with us for a number of years in a supporting role through things like social media algorithms, dating apps, Siri, Alexa, Google Maps, and Netflix. 

But it’s ChatGPT that has really got everyone talking, and people are experiencing excitement and terror in equal measures about what this really means for humanity…  

My guest on today's podcast is my good friend Gordon Miller, and today we are going to have a conversation about the impact that ChatGPT is having (and is likely going to have in the future) on the hairdressing industry and beyond. 

In today’s podcast, we will discuss: 

• How AI can be used in the hairdressing industry 
• Who or what might it make redundant 
• How to dip a toe in the water if you haven’t already…  

And lots more! 

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/196/  

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If you’re ambitious and hardworking, the salon industry is full of incredible career opportunities. For some people, opening an independent salon is the ultimate goal, while others may prefer the supportive structure that comes with being part of a bigger business and opt to go the franchise route.  

Being part of a franchise business definitely offers many advantages that a smaller independent salon cannot. In today’s episode, Michael Tough, who owns three out of the 56 salons within the Headmasters salon group in the UK, joins us to discuss: 

• How the franchise business model works
• The opportunities that a franchise business presents
• Some of the keys to expansion…

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/195/ 

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As Daniel Di Iorio has learned through the process of opening a new salon, life doesn’t always play out exactly the way we expect it to! 

In my last conversation with Daniel, which took place in February 2023 (Episode 179), he shared his plans to relocate. In this episode, we do a deep dive into the aspects of the relocation that haven’t gone to plan and the valuable lessons that he has learned throughout the journey! 

In the episode, we discuss:

• The importance of letting go of the things you can’t control
• Why we should always expect the unexpected
• The value in always being open to hiring…

And more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/194/ 

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Which of the five business stages are you and your salon business currently in? What is the vision that you have for your business? And what is currently holding you back from making it a reality?

Building and running a business is a journey, and like all journeys, it will be filled with challenges (and hopefully triumphs). Unfortunately, many businesses fail before they even really get going; don’t let yours be one of them!

There are five clear stages in the game of building a business, and in this episode, I run through what it takes to successfully get through each of them and make it to the next.

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/193/ 

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There is no doubt that the salon industry (and the world as a whole) has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic. Today’s guest, Virginia Meyer, has demonstrated that as scary as change can be, it can also be the best thing for your business!

Virginia is the co-founder, along with David Adams, of the Fourteen Jay salon in downtown New York. She has more than 40 years of experience in the product and education spheres of the salon industry and is passionate about helping hairdressers and salon owners reach their full potential.

Her business is an example of one that has thrived in the wake of the pandemic because of her willingness to embrace change, continuously work on her leadership skills, and adapt to the desires of her employees and her clients.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to make good business decisions
• The importance of developing a strong salon culture
• Keys to recruiting and retaining talent in a post-COVID world…

And lots more!

For full show notes, links and resources mentioned visit: https://growmysalonbusiness.com/podcast/192/

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