Thinking about hiring your first team member...but feeling the fear? You’re not alone.

In this honest and practical Mini Moment, Samara and Jen break down the real emotions and strategy behind that first hire.

From burnout and back to back days on the floor, to making space for growth, they share the personal and financial checkpoints every salon owner should consider. The girls discuss their own hiring journey. From deciding whether they could afford it, to crafting the right SEEK ad, navigating friend networks, and trusting their gut in interviews.

If you’re exhausted, overbooked, or dreaming of building something bigger, this mini moment gives you the insight (and encouragement) to take your next brave step.

🎧 Listen now to learn:

• How to know when you’re really ready to hire
• What your first staff member should bring to the table
• Smart ways to test fit without committing fast
• How to write job ads that attract the right people
• Why the vibe matters more than the resume

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

00:11 The Journey to Hiring

01:24 Financial Considerations Before Hiring

01:58 First Hire Experience

03:26 Handling Quiet Weeks

08:13 The Hiring Process

10:12 Navigating Confidentiality

13:54 Trial Periods

16:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

✨You weren’t meant to run your salon and lead your team alone.

Rising Finances Online gives salon owners with a team the tools, strategies, and confidence to master their finances and lead with clarity.

✨ Sign up today and start leading with confidence -RFO

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