Get ready for the realest conversation with our friend, barbershop owner, and Global Educator for Andis, DC. From leadership, to navigating through the pandemic as a barbershop owner, from staying current and diving into education and trends in this industry, DC is always keepin it 100. Joining us from his barbershop in Compton, CA, DC shares his truth, and that comes along with the highs and lows of being an owner/barber and educator over the past few years. This is a must tune in episode. 

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A few months back we asked our listeners to submit their questions, and you definitely sent us some good ones. Today we are giving advice on starting out in the industry. How to build your book while being an assistant. Tips on staying confident as a hairstylist. Growing yourself and your biz during these times. And how to navigate your biz before and after maternity leave. We also touch on IG Vs Reality. Thank you so much for your questions and your support. 

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Our amazing guest Sherri is a commission salon owner of 6 years and her salon Belle Sirene is based in La Jolla,  CA. In this episode she shares the systems that keep her business thriving. How not being stuck in an "old school" mentality has allowed her business to grow. And she really stresses the importance of mentorship and coaching her team. Sherri has such great a grounded approach to leadership. This is such great episode for anyone in the commission space, those looking to get into owning a commission salon, and stylists working in a commission salon. 

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Simple! Easy! Efficient! Convenient! All great words right? And not just for your clients, but for you as you are running your business. If you are being bogged down with answering DM's late night, feel overwhelmed when it comes to scheduling and booking client appointments. It's time to gain control in your business and bring in back up. That is automation! One of our fav people, Hunter is going to break it down in ways that will blow your mind. From answering Dm's to scheduling new client appointments, and so much more he's got your covered. It's time to free up some time in your life and in your business. 

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We have a special episode and a special guest for you this week. Coffee anyone? This week our guest Terri shares her experience coming right out of school and going right into salon ownership. She has since owned three salons and is now the Director of Education and Creative Development for Oligo. Is it the best option to go into owning a salon right out of school? Or is it great to assist first? Terri also shares how she balanced being an owner and being a new mom. Plus we do talk about about coffee .. the drink and how it is always compared to hair color. So grab some coffee and tune in. Sponsored by Oligo Professionnel

Ohhhh weee. Do we have a treat for you today. We are comin in hot with our FIRST episode of 2022 and our guest is sharing all the goods. Michelle Cook is a licensed CPA that specifically works with beauty industry professionals.  In this episode she breaks down the difference between and LLC and a Sole Prop. What an S corp is and if it's right for your business. How much to set aside fo taxes each month, and the biggest book keeping mistakes she has seen over the years and how to fix it. Plus so much more. You DO NOT want to miss this episode.

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Emotional intelligence. A topic that has come up a lot lately. If you listened to our last episode with Jay Williams we touched on it. What does emotional intelligent mean? How does it affect you behind the chair? How does it affect your relationship with clients? Our special guest Pepper is a former stylist of 25 years. She is an organizational psychologist. And She is currently in the process of getting her doctorate. This episode will really have your wheels turning and hopefully have you open up to a whole new thought process. Tune in.

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When is comes down to it.... systems are set in place for a reason right? Do you have strong systems in place in your biz? What happens when Linda is constantly late 25 minutes for her appointment and you are left frustrated? Or what about when Jenny no shows you? Is it because of the lack of systems? Is it Linda or Jenny's fault? Or is it because of lack of follow though on your part? There are so many moving parts to this and we are going to break it all down for you so you are set up for success as we cruise into this holiday season. 

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