Anne is back on the show to update us on her new happenings and she reveals her insights on managing thoughts and cultivating a positive mindset, highlighting the importance of challenging negative beliefs and not comparing ourselves to others

We explore the concept of self-talk and how it plays a significant role in our mental well-being and overall life satisfaction. Anne shares her personal journey of challenging self-limiting beliefs and replacing them with more positive and supportive thoughts. We discuss the importance of processing our thoughts in a way that empowers us rather than holds us back and surrounding ourselves with people who are strong where we are weak.

We wrap up the episode by sharing our personal experiences and giving ourselves credit where it’s due, without undermining our own achievements. Anne emphasises the value of treating your job seriously, putting in time and effort, and staying humble.

Its a mighty listen!

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With a shift in people’s preferences to how they want to work after the second lockdown, there was a realisation that led Patrick to reassess his business goals. In our conversation he reveals the thinking behind the membership-driven and incentivised model his new business has adopted.

Patrick highlights the benefits of this membership-driven model, including brand autonomy for stylists and the opportunity for them to create their own career paths while still providing traditional salon amenities.

Community is crucial at the Whitworth Creative Studio Space, and Patrick emphasises how to foster unity among freelancers. Additionally, we hear how the business plans to host makers markets and involve professionals from different industries.

He wraps up the podcast by speaking about the importance of normalising failure and highlights the value of personal connections. Patrick shares his own experience of pivoting during the pandemic, which led to personal growth and a more relaxed approach in life.

So here’s the thing to come out of today episode. If its not working, don’t be afraid to change!

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Todays guest Melenie Tudor, is sustainable advocate. With 40 year’s experience, Melenie Tudor has established herself as the northern powerhouse of hairdressing and owner of the successful En Route Hair Salon in Wakefield.

What sets En Route apart as a high street salon is Melenie’s passion for sustainability. Melenie has made a conscious decision to look after the planet and make eco-friendly choices, while actively helping others to do the same to ensure longevity of salon businesses.

Our focus today is on sustainable practices for salon businesses. Melenie’s role as The Green Salon Collect ambassador has shaped her dedication to eco-friendly initiatives, stemming from her early days as a vegetarian and her firsthand experiences with the environmental impact of palm oil production in Borneo. Melenie shares in this episode on how she witnessed first-hand the devastating effects of deforestation and the plight of the orangoutangs.

From quick wins like recycling with the Green Salon Collective to engaging clients and teams through mirror talkers and refill discounts, Melenie provides actionable steps for businesses eager to embrace sustainability.

Stay tuned as she shares tips for overcoming resistance and highlights the significance of local partnerships in spreading the sustainability message and practices thats pushing for industry change around environmental issues.

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Jez first joined me on the podcast back in 2017, where we learned about creating a global hair product label. He’ll be updating us on this, and why KeraStraight has been rebranded to become Fabriq.

But as this episode title suggests, we’re both here to mostly talk about Salon International, past and present, and how we’re excited to be exhibitors at this years show.

Salon International is a special event for me and Jez. We have attended it for many years. The experience and memories it provides are invaluable. There is no denying that Salon International played a big part in us both becoming hairdressers.

In this conversation you’ll get to hear all about our Salon International 2023 collaboration and the amazing lineup of speakers and artists, legends and newcomers we have planned for it. The Platform live stage will be like no other over Salon International’s 3 days. It’ll feature a diverse range of speakers who will create a positive and informative experience that is all about championing the hair industry.

Salon International is an event not to be missed. Something that will come through heaps in this podcast with Jez today. Let the fun begin!

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Mustafa is a hairdresser, salon owner and the creator behind Colour-B—an innovative modular professional colour trolley that’s set to change the game of the traditional colour trolley.

In this episode, Mustafa is taking us behind the journey and development of Colour-B, from his light bulb moment born out of frustration, right through to its concept and creation. Now all set for its pre-sale launch, its a professional salon tool that you have been waiting for–if not necessarily something you would have realised!

What sets this episode apart is Mustafa’s passion and ideology in giving hairdressers a seat at the table in shaping our industry. This ideology is at the core of Colour B’s mission, making it not just a product but a symbol of unity and progress in the industry. Respect!

By the end of this episode, you’ll not only be inspired by Mustafa’s journey but also motivated to embrace innovation in your own career. Its a HTCI podcast gem!

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In the early days of HTCI, we launched a series titled ‘Showcasing The Young Guns of Hair,’ dedicated to spotlighting the industry’s most exciting and innovative rising stars. Well, it’s back!

Todays guest Tia Gentles, is a senior stylist at Whisper Hair, who is undeniably a rising star in the UK hairdressing scene. Join us as we delve into her early achievements, from capturing the prestigious title of Denman Stage Star 2022 to becoming a Fame Team Semi-finalist and her remarkable achievement of being named as a Southern Hairdresser of the Year Finalist at this years British hairdressing Awards 2023. Tia’s work is a vibrant fusion of creativity, bold colors, and rich textures.

We’re eager to explore the exhilarating world of Denman Stage Star, where Tia unravels the competition’s inner workings, teeming with game-changing opportunities, including winning a British Hairdressing Award shoot with industry icon Desmond Murray. Tia will share the behind-the-scenes story of how this shoot led to it becoming a finalist collection at this years British Hairdressing Awards.

Discover what it takes to shine in this thrilling Denman Stage Star competition, from crafting a compelling two-minute video to performing a live Instagram demo. Tia will recount her journey, competing against top talents from the UK, Ireland, and the USA, all vying for the coveted global title.

This podcast will take you on Tia’s journey, offering valuable insights for aspiring Stage Stars and sharing the lessons she’s gleaned from her prize-winning photographic shoot. Explore how her experiences have molded her goals, aspirations, and perspectives within the ever-evolving hairdressing industry.

Get ready to embark on Tia’s thrilling journey and witness her rise in the world of hairdressing.

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In todays podcast we are exploring this new colour trend of Colour Blocking in collaboration with Wella Professionals. Joining me for this conversation is Wella Professionals UK & Ireland Colour and Trends ambassador, Jordanna Cobella, and Wella Account Manger, Hayley Austin.

The episode discusses the origins of the Colour Blocking trend and why now is the perfect time for the industry to embrace it. We are to delve deep into the technique of Colour Blocking, the shades to use, the techniques and tips and how to effectively communicate with clients about this trend.

Colour Blocking reflects a shift in people’s desire for individuality and a departure from the blended and balayage trends. Jordanna says, “The Colour Blocking trend is an evolution of the popular ‘money piece’ thats gradually got bolder and less blended. Unlike other colour trends in the last few years, Colour Blocking is super versatile and will be used to express individuality and identity.”

Colour Blocking is bringing excitement and creativity back to hair colourists and clients alike. It also offers many business opportunities that will keep your clients coming back regularly.

So lets go to it and explore the new big A/W 2023 colour trend, Colour Blocking.

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Georgia first came onto the HTCI podcast back in March 2019 in an episode titled How a Small Town Hairdresser is Making a ‘BIG’ Buzz in the Industry – with Georgia Bell. It was a great episode that impressed me so much about, the then, relatively unknown Georgia Bell. We learned how Georgia’s dedication to develop herself to be the best hairdresser should could be by having bags of commitment and determination to succeed in this industry. And that she has certainly done by never being afraid to changing direction.

Today she is back for this special Revisited episode. I want to catch up on her journey in the last 4 years. Stuff like how she has gone from salon owner to independent working, discussing the importance of embracing change and personal growth. She talks about the struggles of managing teams and her balancing roles, She also reveals her recent decision to become sober and emphasises the importance of family and education.

Georgia’s goal is to create killer courses and inspire fellow hairdressers whilst developing herself to be the very best hairdresser she can be. The big takeaway from this conversation today is the importance of staying open to change, continue evolving, and finding new opportunities for growth.

As Georgia says,”You can entertain yourself in the industry as much as you want. You can keep yourself excited by it!”

So if you’re feeling stuck in the slow lane, nows the time to change lane and grow your hair career. Kickstart it by pressing the play button!

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They’re going to be sharing about the launch of the Wella Colour Higher Level Diploma, an industry first accredited degree-level education thats a major step forward in recognising the professionalism and technical acumen needed to be a true colour expert.

A diploma that focuses on credibility and progressiveness in the industry, following the 70-20-10 learning principle, Katie says of it, “Anyone that wants to educate themselves to a degree level recognised throughout Europe can now do so in this industry.” I love it and I know after listening in, you’ll love it too!

As we go deeper into the podcast we also discuss the evolving nature of the hairdressing industry and why hairdressing is so much more that just a job. Paul and Katie have some inspiring thoughts and ideas on hairdressing both as a fulfilling and rewarding career.

Now hit play and take your first steps to obtaining your accredited degree specifically designed for hairdressers thats recognised throughout Europe.

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Leah is not only a successful hairdresser and salon owner, but she also has a brilliant head for business and uses her years of knowledge, expertise and experience to support salons to fulfil their own potential. As a single mother, Leah wants to break stereotypes and show that hairdressing can be a lucrative career with the right mindset and knowledge.

In 2020, during the pandemic, Leah was inundated with messages from fellow salon owners and hairdressers asking for advice and guidance. This led Leah to train as a business coach so that she could further support salons to recover from the pandemic and work towards future growth.

Recognising that many salon owners lacked basic business knowledge, Leah is all about helping and empowering others in the industry. The corner stone to this episode is addressing the challenges that salons are currently facing , including recovering from the pandemic, labor shortages and rising living costs. With financial struggles for many salon business, understanding your numbers, and setting the right prices has never been so important.

When it comes to finding stylists or assistants, Leah is to share that by searching CVs and using social media and posters in local businesses have proven effective for her salon business. Also building connections with schools and colleges and offering apprenticeships has also been successful in attracting and retaining loyal employees. Leah’s clear message is, “We need to invest in apprentices and make it clear that there are job opportunities at the end of their training.”

To wrap up the podcast, Leah advises us to invest in learning and working on our businesses , whether through a business coach or following experienced professionals who share valuable insights.

From self-care, performance-based pay, pricing, labor shortages, social media, and business coaching, Leah covers heaps in todays HTCI podcast. Hit play!

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