In this episode, we dive into the world of Jennifer Janisch, the powerhouse behind Curly Girls Obsessions, Adored Salon, and Adored Signature hand-tied hair extensions. Jennifer shares her journey, from navigating the challenges of the hair industry to launching her coaching program, The Success Collective.

Jennifer discusses the importance of communication in the hair industry, emphasizing how strong communication skills can lead to endless growth potential for stylists. She shares her own experiences, from overcoming the fear of upselling to learning the art of color correction, and how these lessons have shaped her career.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into the benefits of working in a commission-based salon, the power of observation, and the significance of building a strong personal brand. Jennifer's passion for the industry shines through as she encourages stylists to embrace the art of communication and seize every opportunity to connect with clients.

Whether you're a seasoned stylist or just starting out, this episode is a must-listen, as Jennifer shares her wisdom and expertise to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of the hair industry.

00:00:01-00:05:43 - Jennifer introduces herself and discusses her busy life, including running Adored Salon, Adored Signature hair extensions, and launching a new coaching program called The Success Collective. She talks about the recent Beauty Gives Back event she attended and the excitement of connecting with the hair industry community.

00:05:59-00:12:40 - Jennifer emphasizes the importance of communication in the hair industry. She explains how strong communication skills can lead to success, from face-to-face interactions to social media marketing. She encourages stylists to engage with clients during consultations and not hide behind the mirror.

00:12:43-00:13:08 - Jennifer recommends highlighting as a go-to service to suggest to clients, as it can enhance everyone's hair.

00:13:13-00:27:27 - Jennifer shares her own experience as a young stylist, being pushed out of the house by her mother to start her career. She discusses the importance of learning from experienced stylists in a commission-based salon, and the valuable lessons she learned, such as properly cleaning up men's haircuts and the challenges of lightening extremely dark hair.

00:27:57-00:29:15 - Jennifer recounts a story of trying to lighten her friend's jet-black curly hair to a platinum blonde, and the struggles she faced in the process.

00:29:17-00:40:04 - Jennifer continues the story, describing the multiple attempts to lighten her friend's hair and the importance of understanding the color wheel and using the right toners to achieve the desired result. She emphasizes the valuable learning experience this provided.

00:40:14-00:41:18 - Jennifer wraps up by discussing the upcoming launch of her coaching program, The Success Collective, and encourages listeners to reach out for more information or to schedule a 15-minute call with her.