Life has seasons and sometimes morning routines just don’t fit. If you’re a new mom or in a messy season, give yourself grace. Your time will come.

In this episode, I share my current playbook, my three morning non-negotiables, and the simple hacks that keep me grounded as a salon owner, mom, and business coach. It’s not about a “perfect routine” — it’s about consistency, rituals that fit your season, and giving yourself permission to keep it simple.

What You’ll Learn

✨ Why consistency always beats intensity
✨ My 3 non-negotiables for a “win” every morning
✨ A peek at my weekday routine + productivity hacks
✨ How to build rituals around your season of life

Links & Resources

• Daily Devotional-  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1424552869?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzlaceygeb-20&creativeASIN=1424552869&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.3HX9TWMWKLOJT&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin 
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Final Thought

Your routine doesn’t have to look like mine but it should feel like yours. Anchor your day, protect your peace, and give yourself grace when it’s messy.

If you’re still scrubbing toilets, restocking color, or running your salon’s Instagram… this episode is your wake-up call. ✨

Most salon owners hold onto tasks way too long, thinking they’re saving money or staying in control. The truth? That mindset keeps you stuck, burnt out, and blocks your growth.

In this episode, I’m sharing the five specific tasks I’ve learned to delegate, who should take them over, and why it’s non-negotiable if you want to build a succesful salon and a confident team.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why delegation is a growth strategy (and not a luxury).

• The 5 tasks you should never touch again as a salon owner—and who should handle them instead.

• How delegation creates freedom, structure, and empowered leaders inside your business.

• The ripple effect delegation has on your salon culture and your life outside the chair.

💡 Quote to remember: “When you delegate the small things, you free yourself to lead the big things.”

👉🏼 Quick announcement: Our Culture Community is officially open for enrollment—but not for long! Doors close Tuesday, September 2nd at 11:59pm. Culture is for past AU students and Online Assistant Course students come together to take the next step in building confident teams and strong salon cultures that last. Inside, you’ll find:

• Monthly Q&A’s

• Bi-monthly Hot Seat sessions

• Monthly Assistant Classes (where we actually train your assistants!)

• Ongoing leadership coaching, accountability, and community

Check your email for the link to join before doors close!

🎧 Press play to discover the 5 tasks you must let go of to finally step into your role as a true salon leader. And after you listen, DM me on Instagram @lacey_gebo and share your delegation win—I’d love to celebrate with you!

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Sometimes leadership comes with tough choices, and yes, that includes hitting “mute” or “unfollow” on social media when a team member leaves your salon. In this episode, I’m getting real about why protecting your energy isn’t pettiness- it’s self-care, boundaries, and emotional maturity.

If you’ve ever felt that gut-punch when someone moves on from your team, this episode gives you permission to do what’s best for YOU while continuing to grow as a leader.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why I mute or unfollow former team members: Protecting your energy isn’t about bitterness it’s about healing and growth.

• How to handle the emotions: It’s okay to hurt, but still do what’s best for your mental and emotional health.

• Boundaries as self-respect: Social media doesn’t need to control your peace.

• The truth about social media vs. real life: Seeing every move someone makes doesn’t mean it serves you.

• Permission to take intentional space: This isn’t permanent- do what’s right for you without explanations.

This isn’t about pettiness- it’s about presence, purpose, and peace. Your role as a leader is to stay grounded. Sometimes that means stepping back and putting yourself first. Mute the noise, protect your peace, and never apologize for doing what keeps your heart steady and your eyes forward.

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We’re switching gears this week, friends… because sometimes you just need a good laugh (and maybe a leadership reminder snuck in at the end).

In this episode, I’m spilling the tea on the most outrageous, did-that-really-just-happen wardrobe disasters from behind the chair, mine, my team’s, and even my students’. We’re talking:

• The Great Sticky Boob Slip of 2018 – when your “support system” abandons you mid-appointment and suction cups itself to the salon mat in front of your guest.

• Ripped & Exposed – the day a pair of pants decided to give up on life in the middle of a service.

• The Bebe Breakdown – a jumpsuit, no underwear, and a full crack-to-collarbone rip (plus a heroic husband with a needle and thread).

You will laugh. You will cringe. You will never look at your backup outfit stash the same way again.

But don’t worry this isn’t all chaos. I’m also sharing:
✅ What to do in the moment when a team member has a wardrobe malfunction.
✅ Why your dress code policy matters for your brand.
✅ A ready-to-use script for having those sometimes awkward dress code conversations.

Because yes, you can laugh until you cry and still lead like a pro.

💡 Key Takeaway: What you permit, you promote. Your team’s wardrobe matters for your culture and your brand—so keep it classy (or at least keep it covered).

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Are you constantly signing up for courses, masterminds, or memberships… but nothing is actually changing in your business?

In this episode, I’m calling out the Serial Signer-Uppers, the stylists and salon owners who are stuck in a never-ending season of “yes.” You know the drill: you sign up for the thing, download the workbook, watch a few trainings… and then it collects digital dust. 😵‍💫

Here is the truth: education without implementation is just a cute distraction.

You’re buying the planner but not planning.
You’re getting the guide but not taking action.
You’re showing up for every class but still feeling stuck.

Here’s the truth no one wants to say out loud:
Over-consuming education is keeping you overwhelmed and under-performing.
You don’t need more strategies. You need structure. You don’t need more info. You need to finish what you started.

In this episode, we’ll dive into:

• Why emotional buying leads to educational burnout 💸

• The danger of always living in a “season of yes”

• How a season of no can skyrocket your business growth

If you’ve ever said, “I’m such a serial signer-upper” this one’s for you. We’re talking tough love, powerful mindset shifts, and a big ol’ permission slip to slow down and implement.

Your next breakthrough isn’t in the next course.
It’s in finally applying what you already have.
Let’s talk about it.

Take our quiz to see if you are ready to bring on an assistant here 👉🏼 https://form.typeform.com/to/XXRydVkd

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Being a salon owner means stepping into leadership—even when it’s hard. In this episode, I’m getting real and sharing the 3 toughest conversations I’ve ever had with team members… and what I learned from each one.

💥 A loyal stylist who spiraled into addiction and chaos
💬 A team member I didn’t speak my truth to—and wish I had
💔 Ending a business partnership that changed everything

If you’ve ever avoided a hard convo or felt unsure how to handle tough team dynamics—this episode is for you. You’re not alone. These are the moments that grow us.

Hit play and let’s talk real leadership. 💛

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If you’ve ever thought, “I want help… but I’m scared,” this episode is for you.

Hiring an assistant is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make behind the chair — and the fear that comes with it is real. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 3 most common fears I hear from stylist & salon owners (and have felt myself), and how to shift them so you can lead and grow with confidence.

1. “What if I pour into them and they leave?”
   How to build a system that’s repeatable — so you’re never starting from scratch.

2. “I don’t know if I can afford it.”
   Why assistants aren’t an expense — they’re the key to scaling.

3. “What if my clients don’t like it?”
   Why confidence is contagious and how to bring your clients along.

If you’re ready to stop doing it all alone, The Assistant University gives you the full roadmap to hire, train, and grow with a Co-Stylist — without burning out or winging it.

Doors close TOMORROW, July 22nd!
👉🏼 https://lg-education.mykajabi.com/au

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

Let’s do it together. 💛

If you don’t feel confident in your assistant program… your assistant can feel that too.

In this episode, Lacey is breaking down the subtle signs that your training program might not be as strong as you think — and what to do about it. Whether you’re constantly second-guessing yourself or saying, “I’m going to do it differently next time,” this one is for you.

Inside this episode:
✨ Why “winging it” is no longer an option in today’s salon industry
✨ The truth about how your confidence (or lack of it) shapes your team’s experience
✨ What makes a program legitimate — and what makes it crumble
✨ The exact mindset + structure that leads to trust, clarity, and growth
✨ How to stop overthinking and start leading with certainty

If your assistant program lives in your head, or you’re making it up as you go — it’s time to change that.
You deserve a program you’re damn proud of.
And your team deserves to learn from a leader who’s clear, confident, and in control.

🚨 Last chance to catch my free Co-Stylist Confidence Workshop this week!
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📣 The doors to The Assistant University are officially OPEN!

Get the systems, structure, and support you need — and learn how to create a program that actually works.

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If you’ve been running on fumes, wondering if you’re the problem… this episode is for you.

In today’s raw and honest conversation, Lacey unpacks the real reason so many salon owners are burning out — and it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. It’s because you’re doing it alone.

Inside this episode:
💥 The sneaky signs of burnout too many salon owners ignore
💥 Why hiring help isn’t a luxury — it’s your lifeline to sustainability
💥 The mindset shift from “I can’t afford help” to “I can’t afford NOT to”
💥 A reminder: Needing support doesn’t make you weak — it makes you wise

You don’t have to keep drowning in your own success. There is a better way.

✨ If this episode hits home, don’t miss my free Co-Stylist Confidence Workshop — I’ll walk you through exactly how to fix this. You’ll learn how to train real support behind the chair without burning out or breaking the bank.

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If you're a salon owner thinking about hiring your first assistant—or you're already in the thick of it—this episode is for you. I’m diving deep into the truth behind what it really takes to bring someone onto your team… and it’s probably not what you’ve been told.

We’re talking about why most salon owners wait way too long to hire, the uncomfortable (but necessary) mindset shifts, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with leadership. Spoiler alert: it’s never going to feel “perfect,” and yes, it’s going to challenge you more than anything else in your career. But the growth on the other side? Unmatched.

In this episode, I share:

• Why waiting for the “perfect time” to hire will hold you back

• The truth about bringing on your first assistant (hint: it starts selfishly, but that changes fast)

• What no one tells you about the hard days, the heartbreak, and the leadership lessons

• Why people leaving your salon isn’t a reflection of your worth or your leadership

• The reminder every salon owner needs: people will come and go—and that’s okay

Whether you’re hiring for the first time or navigating the emotions of growing a team, this episode is packed with real talk and encouragement to help you keep going.

Links & Resources:

• Ready to train your assistant with structure and confidence? Learn more about The Assistant University Here 👉🏼 https://lg-education.mykajabi.com/AUpresale

• Wondering if you're ready to hire an assistant? Take our quick quiz to find out where you stand and get personalized insights on your next steps! ⤵️

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