Hairbrained Conversations

By Gerard ScarpaciBusiness Arts Fashion & Beauty Careers

Hairbrained Conversations episodes

November 02, 2022 Special Series: Building Your Business with Daniel Mason-Jones, Part 4 of 6
In the fourth episode of our @SalonCentric-supported six-part series on building your business and career, Daniel Mason-Jones (@danielmasonjones) talks about the importance of great and consistent consultations and the power behind product recommendations and retail. In future episodes, we talk about how to have a success-oriented mindset; and what's the path to a long and successful career. Be sure to check out past episodes on goal setting; knowing and using your numbers; and setting your prices and schedule in a way that supports your goals. Special thanks to SalonCentric (#ittakesapro) for their support in creating this important series.
27 min
October 30, 2022 Episode #268: Simon Ellis, International Creative Director, @SchwarzkopfPro
@TheSimonEllis is a long-time #crafthhairdresser AND the International Creative Director of Schwarzkopf Professional. With over 40 years of industry experience, starting with two decades with the Vidal Sassoon organization, he is an absolute wealth of knowledge and wisdom. From my first introduction to Simon, I was taken by his great passion and intellect. His YouTube series, The Simon Ellis Master Classes, is the foundation of much of our talk today. The series includes 10 must-view short-form videos that lay out a blueprint for success in our industry. Not to be missed!
1 hr 3 min
October 23, 2022 Episode #267: @JessicaScottHair, Moroccanoil Global Color Ambassador
Jessica Scott Santo is not only a Moroccanoil Global Color Ambassador and educator, but she's also a working salon owner and colorist—not to mention a mom to three "very active" boys. In this episode, she shares her unique perspective on building a great career (and life!); finding your own version of balance as your career evolves and grows; and of course why Moroccanoil is the perfect fit for Jessica and her passion for hair, hair color and her fellow professionals.
58 min
October 19, 2022 Special Series: Building Your Business with Daniel Mason-Jones, Part 3 of 6
In the third episode of our @SalonCentric-supported six-part series on building your business and career, Daniel Mason-Jones (@danielmasonjones) talks about the importance of setting your prices and schedule in a way that supports your goals. In future episodes, we talk about the power of great consultations and retail recommendations; how to have a success-oriented mindset; and taking steps to ensure a long and successful career. Be sure to check out past episodes on goal setting and knowing your numbers. Special thanks to SalonCentric (#ittakesapro) for their support in creating this important series.
37 min
October 16, 2022 Episode #266: Derick Monroe on Becoming a Celebrity Stylist
A celebrity stylist and L'Oréal Professional ambassador/educator, @DerickMonroe is best known for his five-time Emmy-nominated work as a longtime stylist for The View co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Sara Haines. Derick shares his unique professional journey from small-town working professional to The View, some of the many important lessons learned along the way, and his thoughts on what it REALLY takes to be a celebrity stylist.
1 hr 4 min
October 12, 2022 Special Series: Building Your Business with Daniel Mason-Jones, Part 2 of 6
In the second episode of our SalonCentric-supported six-part series on building your business and career, Daniel Mason-Jones (@danielmasonjones) talks about how and why paying attention to numbers can grow your business and career. In future episodes, we talk about the importance of setting your prices and schedule; the power of great consultations and retail recommendations; how to have a success-oriented mindset; and how to create a long, successful career. Also be sure to go back and listen to Part 1 on the power of goal setting - a great blueprint for creating a plan to map out your career. Special thanks to SalonCentric (#ittakesapro) for their support in creating this series.
24 min
October 09, 2022 Special Series: Building Your Business with Daniel Mason-Jones, Part 1 of 6
In our inaugural episode of this SalonCentric-supported six-part series on building your business and career, Daniel Mason-Jones (@danielmasonjones) talks about the power of goal setting, providing a great blueprint for creating a plan to map out your career. In future episodes, we talk about how and why paying attention to numbers can grow your business and career; the importance of setting your prices and schedule; the power of great consultations and retail recommendations; how to have a success-oriented mindset; and, last but not least, how to create a long, successful career. Special thanks to SalonCentric (#itteakesapro) for their support in creating this series.
29 min
October 02, 2022 Episode #265: Nikki Durbin, Salon Owner and L'ANZA Educator
Nikki Durbin (@kentucky.curls) is salon owner and working pro at Betties Hair Salon in Brandenburg, Kentucky – as well as an educator and texture specialist for @lanzahaircare. We love this frank, honest conversation with a working "small town" professional, who successfully graduated from commissioned stylist to salon owner and curl specialist serving a diverse client population. Nikki has since expanded her career repertoire by stepping into the role of educator and platform artist for L'ANZA Healing Haircare.
57 min
September 25, 2022 Episode #264: Paula Peralta & Stephen Moody, Paul Mitchell Artistic Directors
@PaulMitchellPro Artistic Directors Paula Peralta and Stephen Moody join us in a far ranging discussion around past and present hair trends, where our professional world is headed, and a conversation on how the evolution and reimagination of texture services can drive revenue. Both Paula and Stephen are returning guests, so for more please check out episode #137 with Paula on #BlackLivesMatter and its impact on the industry, and episode #19 to hear the story behind Stephen's iconic career.
1 hr 8 min
September 18, 2022 Episode #263: Leysa Carrillo, @LeysaHairandMakeup for @Redken
An immigrant of Cuban descent, Leysa Carrillo traveled the world as a child prodigy in dance before discovering her passion for all things hair—and the potential of a life in the professional salon industry. Known throughout the industry as an early influencer and artist with a huge passion for both texture and hair color, today Leysa is a leading brand ambassador for both Redken and Mizani. She is also creator of the Forever Curls Academy and a leader in demystifying texture and all of its beauty and possibilities.
1 hr 10 min

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A weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into the minds of some of the most talented artists, educators, influencers, and leaders in the professional salon industry. Hosted by Gerard Scarpaci,…