Beauty Cast Network founder Penny Burns joins Gordon to discuss the foundations of creating great and sustainable careers in beauty, barbering and esthetics- big ideas that can positively impact professionals regardless of where they are in their careers. This week, we review our list of critical categories of non-technical practices - all essential to creating success and then dig into the power of effective communication skills.

*Note: this episode was published originally as #58

The OG Coach himself, @michaelcole_summit joins us to talk about the importance and power of "willingness" in being coached -and the fundamental steps required of us all to get the most out of coachable moments in our careers (and lives). With coaching on the rise in the pro beauty industry, this is a profoundly important conversation that is sure to inform. Powerful insights ahead!

*Note: this episode was published originally as #53

Meghan Blanchette, Sport Clips Area Coach and Artistic Team Member, returns to share her thoughts on the big idea of perseverance -and the role it continues to play in building her career-- as well as in overcoming a personal history of drug and alcohol addiction. Now sober and a role model among her professional peers, Meghan authentically shares her story with us -- a genuine inspiration to all who listen in. Part 2 of 2.

Longtime industry professional Melanie Knapp is the Director of Education for FS Cut & Color (Fantastic Sams). Melanie shares her best advice on creating a long, sustainable, and satisfying career - regardless of your chosen path. We also dig into her journey in becoming an educator and some of the unique responsibilities one assumes in leading others to learn.

*Note: this episode was published originally as #39

Meghan Blanchette, Sport Clips Area Coach and Artistic Team Member, joins us to share her thoughts on the big idea of perseverance -and the role it continues to play in building her career-- AND in overcoming a personal history of drug and alcohol addiction. Now 10 years sober and a role model among her professional peers, Meghan authentically shares her story with us -- a genuine inspiration to all who listen in. Part 1 of 2.

With over 1.5 million followers to her name, Patricia Nikole, creator of the "painted hair" technique, is one of the industry's favorite educators. The newly named Schwarzkopf Professional ambassador joins Gordon to share just some of her insights into creating a sustainable and satisfying career. We also dig into her latest passion project, The Paint Room Online Education platform, an innovative destination for anyone looking for an amazing online learning experience.

*Note: this episode was published originally as #18

Jenn Lyles is an award-winning professional marketer in the pro beauty space who has built her career in part by leveraging the power of personal branding. The Executive Director of the Beauty School Directory, Jenn's personal brand is all about sharing her wealth of knowledge with others. Listen in for insights, best practices and inspiration into a topic that has proven game-changing for more professionals than we can count.

*Note: this episode was published originally as #14

Change is a constant in both our lives and careers. Too often, however, lessons to be learned are missed as we work our way through the 'moments' at hand. Career and business thought leader and renowned coach, Nina Kovner shares her views on how to view change proactively in order to best move your career and life forward as both continue to unfold in front of us every day.

*Note: this episode was published originally as #54

Elizabeth Faye(@heyelizabethfaye) is founder of the all-new Vitality Project --and "an expert in business strategy, a trauma-informed life coach, breath-work facilitator, podcast host, author & the founder of multiple heart-led brands”. The Vitality Project’s goal is to create ‘a well-being revolution’ for the pro beauty industry; we discuss this along with Elizabeth’s best advice for creating long, sustainable, and successful careers in beauty, barbering, or esthetics.

Award-winning artist & educator Chrystofer Benson on the importance of creativity - regardless of your career aspirations. With over 100 awards/titles to his name, Chrystofer began his creative journey in beauty school when he first stepped into the hair competitions space. From there, he developed a passion for creating that has taken him literally around the globe. Listen in for Chrystofer's best advice on creating a long-lasting, successful career.

*Note: this episode was published originally as #44