Ever juggled clients, kids, and business—and felt like you were barely holding it together?

In this honest and heart filled episode, Samara and Jen dive deep into the real talk so many women in business crave. From the early solo days to salon ownership, they unpack the guilt, the financial faceplants, and the little wins that make it all worth it.

💬 Inside:

• The truth about mum guilt (and why it never fully goes away)
• What they wish they’d done differently with money
• Why burnout nearly broke them—and how they came back stronger
• The mindset shifts that helped them grow as leaders and women
• If you've ever thought “is it just me?”—this one’s for you.

🎧 Hit play to feel seen, heard, and supported. You’re not alone.

What we cover:

00:00 Introduction and Authenticity

00:09 Burnout and Purpose

00:44 Reflecting on Life Choices

00:59 Podcast Promotion

01:38 Casual Catch-Up

02:13 Business Insights and Advice

16:22 Motherhood and Business

21:17 Balancing Family and Outsourcing

22:05 Dealing with Mom Guilt

24:46 Setting Boundaries for Work-Life Balance

26:04 Leadership and Team Management

32:40 Financial Lessons and Wins

35:38 Reflecting on Personal and Professional Growth

39:43 Biggest Cheerleaders and Final Thoughts

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 Ready to Join Samara LIVE and Transform Your Business?

This August, join Samara LIVE inside Solo Rise Online and Rising Finances Online.

If you’ve been craving more connection, more accountability, and real time coaching with Samara, this is your chance. You’ll tackle the challenges holding you back so you can step into clarity, confidence, and a business that truly supports your life.

➡ Starts August 27th.

Click below to Join Now 👇

LIVE Programs

Timely

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

What’s it really like to run a salon with your best friend?

In this episode, we sit down with Tiff & Phoebe—co-owners of Blond Therapy. A values led salon in a small Queensland town, to unpack the real behind the scenes of co-owning a salon.

From splitting roles without resentment, to managing finances and raising families on different timelines (four kids vs. no kids), they share the honest highs and hard-earned lessons of building a brand together. Without burning out or blowing up their friendship.

💬 We talk about:

• Why aligned values matter more than business plans
• How they divide responsibilities (without the drama)
• What they won’t compromise on as they grow Blond Therapy
• Navigating different life stages and expectations as partners

Whether you’re dreaming of opening a salon with your bestie, or already deep in the trenches, this episode is full of insights, connection, and real talk on salon partnerships that work.

🎧 Listen now to hear the truth behind Blond Therapy’s success.

💌 Subscribe if this podcast has ever made you feel seen, supported, or slightly less alone.

00:00 Episode Summary

02:16 Introducing the Tiff & Phoebe

03:39 The Journey to Co-Ownership

09:22 Creating a Unique Salon Experience

24:42 Balancing Personal and Professional Lives

32:25 Navigating Financial and Operational Challenges

38:08 Rising Overheads and Business Longevity

38:44 The Taxation Challenge

39:09 Finding the Right Accountant

39:42 The Reality of Running a Salon

40:28 Hiring Staff: Challenges and Successes

42:07 Training and Integrating New Staff

45:21 Building a Supportive Work Environment

50:44 Choosing the Right Product Partner

1:03:29 The Importance of Community and Support

1:09:13 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

💛 Ready to Join Samara LIVE and Transform Your Business?

This August, join Samara LIVE inside Solo Rise Online and Rising Finances Online.

If you’ve been craving more connection, more accountability, and real time coaching with Samara, this is your chance. You’ll tackle the challenges holding you back so you can step into clarity, confidence, and a business that truly supports your life.

➡ Starts August 27th.

Click below to Join Now 👇

LIVE Programs

Timely

What if the anxiety you feel isn’t just in your mind, but stored in your body?

In this episode, we go deep with Sherri from Connected Being Co as she shares how nervous system healing and breathwork can help you regulate your stress. Process trauma, and show up in your life with more calm, clarity, and connection.

We talk about everything from breathwork myths and burnout recovery to ex-prisoner rehabilitation and parenting in the age of emotional awareness. Whether you’re a business owner, a parent, or just someone who finds themselves overwhelmed and exhausted, this one’s for you.

💥 Big lessons?

• Why your anxiety might actually be fear in disguise
• How breathwork creates “safe stress” that makes you more resilient
• The real link between childhood trauma and autoimmune disease
• How checking in with your breath can change your day (and your life)

This episode isn’t just about wellness, it’s a wake up call. You’ll walk away with practical ways to tap into your breath, rewire your stress response, and start healing what’s beneath the surface.

🎧 Listen now for a warm, wise, and wildly honest conversation about nervous system health, self awareness, and taking responsibility for how you move through the world.

💌 Don’t forget to subscribe if this podcast has helped you feel seen, soothed, or a little more whole.

00:00 Episode Summary

03:22 Understanding the Nervous System

03:58 Impact of Childhood Trauma

05:44 Breathwork as a Healing Tool

06:50 Daily Breathwork Practices

10:05 Safe Stress and Nervous System Regulation

13:46 Breathwork Techniques and Applications

20:30 Breathwork for Sleep and Relaxation

32:42 Working with Ex-Prisoners

36:10 Building Trust Through Breath Work

37:05 Meditation and Future Self Visualization

37:46 Challenges After Prison

38:16 Dedication and Support Among Men

40:33 The Role of Women in Men's Healing

52:52 Understanding and Managing Anxiety

59:23 The Science and Practice of Breath Work

1:06:30 Final Thoughts on Breath Work and Healing

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 Ready to Join Samara LIVE and Transform Your Business?

This August, join Samara LIVE inside Solo Rise Online and Rising Finances Online.

If you’ve been craving more connection, more accountability, and real time coaching with Samara, this is your chance. You’ll tackle the challenges holding you back so you can step into clarity, confidence, and a business that truly supports your life.

➡ Starts August 27th.

Click below to Join Now 👇

LIVE Programs

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

Timely

What does it really mean to command a room, without being the loudest in it?

In this magnetic episode, we sit down with Tiana Baxter, a powerhouse in business and personal transformation, to explore the kind of leadership that begins behind the scenes.

From corporate boardrooms to building multiple million dollar businesses, Tiana opens up about reinventing herself, integrating faith, and learning how to lead from deep integrity, even when the spotlight fades.

We talk body language, energy, influence, and the truth about what makes someone truly magnetic. And we go into marriage shifts, motherhood, losing and finding your voice again, and why silence can sometimes be your most powerful strategy.

💥 Big lessons?

• Influence starts with how you lead yourself

• Why your identity must match your next level

• How to spot when you’re burnt out, or just overwhelmed

• What quiet power really looks like in relationships and business

Whether you're in hustle mode or quietly rebuilding, Tiana’s story will shift how you think about leadership, self worth, and what it takes to rise with purpose.

🎧 Listen now for a grounding, insight packed, and fiercely honest episode that will change how you show up.

💌 Don’t forget to subscribe if this podcast has ever made you laugh, cry, think, or helped you feel more powerful in your own skin.

00:00 Episode Summary

01:41 Introduction to the Podcast

02:52 Meet Tiana Baxter

04:23 Tiana's Journey and Insights

05:35 The Evolution of Leadership

08:05 Navigating Business Growth and Challenges

13:31 The Role of Integrity in Leadership

14:42 Balancing Personal and Professional Growth

29:32 Expanding Capacity and Self Care

32:19 The Hustle and Overwhelm

33:16 Balancing Passion and Burnout

36:41 Rebranding and Finding Purpose

40:39 Navigating Personal and Professional Growth

47:18 Leadership and Self-Responsibility

53:04 Faith and Personal Evolution

1:02:03 Foundations of Personal Development

1:02:22 Principles of Marriage

1:02:57 The Role of Women in Relationships

1:07:15 Influence and Support Networks

1:09:45 Leadership and Integrity

1:14:49 Letting Go and Finding Peace

1:22:41 Identity and Vision

1:25:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 Ready to Join Samara LIVE and Transform Your Business?

This August, join Samara LIVE inside Solo Rise Online and Rising Finances Online.

If you’ve been craving more connection, more accountability, and real time coaching with Samara, this is your chance. You’ll tackle the challenges holding you back so you can step into clarity, confidence, and a business that truly supports your life.

➡ Starts August 27th.

Click below to Join Now 👇

LIVE Programs

Timely

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

What happens when the worst has already happened?

In this powerful follow-up, Ashe Hornsby returns to the Inner Sanctum to deliver the raw, unfiltered truth about what it really takes to survive the unthinkable—and come back stronger.

From losing her partner, her business, and almost herself, Ashe shares how she navigated grief, burnout, legal battles, and letting go of the fight. We talk rebuilding from a literal fire, running a business in a shed during Covid, opening (and closing) a café, and learning when it’s time to surrender instead of push.

💥 Big lessons?

• The difference between surviving and actually living
• Why boundaries matter more when everything is burning
• How slowing down became Ashe’s greatest power move

Whether you're in the thick of it or climbing your way back, Ashe’s story will remind you that resilience isn’t always loud—it’s choosing to keep going, even when no one sees it.

🎧 Listen now for a brutally honest, heartbreakingly funny, and deeply inspiring look behind the scenes of rebuilding.

💌 Don’t forget to subscribe if this podcast has ever made you laugh, cry, think—or feel a little less alone.

Timestamps

00:00 Episode Summary

02:44 Reintroducing Ashe and Reflecting on Part One

04:03 The Impact of Covid on Business Operations

05:35 Rebuilding Amidst Challenges

06:08 The Importance of Insurance and Financial Preparedness

09:17 Leadership and Team Management During Crises

12:33 The Struggles of Small Business Owners

18:58 The Value of Transparency and Communication

27:44 Appreciating Discounts and Fair Work Regulations

33:47 Struggles During COVID-19

34:41 Mom's Battle with Cancer

38:35 Opening a Restaurant Amidst Chaos

45:51 Lessons from a Failed Venture

57:14 Reflecting on Business and Life

Mentioned in this episode:

Timely

💛 Ready to Join Samara LIVE and Transform Your Business?

This August, join Samara LIVE inside Solo Rise Online and Rising Finances Online.

If you’ve been craving more connection, more accountability, and real time coaching with Samara, this is your chance. You’ll tackle the challenges holding you back so you can step into clarity, confidence, and a business that truly supports your life.

➡ Starts August 27th.

Click below to Join Now 👇

LIVE Programs

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

In this highlight, Samara and Jen chat with Sherri, who leads ANZ partnerships for Timely.

They talk about why many solo businesses shut down within 18 months…and how you can stop that from happening to you. They share easy tips to help your business stay strong and explain what it really costs to work for yourself…beyond just time and money.

They also talk about how hard it can be to do everything on your own. If you wait until you’re burnt out, it might be too late. But small changes in the way you plan and run your business can make a big difference over time.

You’ll also hear real talk about what success really looks like, and why it’s okay to build a business that works for you, not just what others expect.

If you own a salon, are working on your own or thinking about it, this episode will help you build a business that lasts. One step at a time.

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:42 The Importance of Software in Business

01:39 Understanding Business Metrics

02:23 Challenges of Solo Business Ownership

06:31 The Role of Business Coaching

09:00 Daily Routines and Personal Reflections

11:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Inspired? Listen to the full episode here:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-business-lessons-youll-wish-you-learned-with/id1675792257?i=1000682799780

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2kHschWM6C7UZbw4JcfMMg?si=0XmcJOPGSR2t584yMQhE4A

YouTube: https://youtu.be/tAMgHJCsQ_8?feature=shared

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

💛 Ready to Join Samara LIVE and Transform Your Business?

This August, join Samara LIVE inside Solo Rise Online and Rising Finances Online.

If you’ve been craving more connection, more accountability, and real time coaching with Samara, this is your chance. You’ll tackle the challenges holding you back so you can step into clarity, confidence, and a business that truly supports your life.

➡ Starts August 27th.

Click below to Join Now 👇

LIVE Programs

On this episode we dive into the power of connection, community, and finding your people in the hair industry.

Aimee, owner of Bhava Salon and creator of Mane Union, shares her journey of moving interstate, the unexpected loneliness that followed, and how she turned that experience into something bigger. Mane Union was born from a desire to create a space where hairstylists and salon owners could truly connect, collaborate, and feel seen.

If you've ever felt like you're doing it all alone, this episode is a must-listen. Whether you're craving real conversations, industry support, or just a group of like-minded people who get it, this is your sign to find (or create) your own community.

00:00 Episode Summary

04:35.9 Introducing Amy from Mane Union

06:03.9 Amy's Journey: Moving and Starting Fresh

08:16.9 Challenges and Triumphs in Salon Management

08:39.9 The Impact of COVID-19 on Business

17:21.9 Transitioning Ownership and New Beginnings

25:33.9 The Emotional Toll of Staff Turnover

35:14.6 Navigating Personal Relationships in the Salon Industry

36:10.6 Handling Client Communication During Transitions

39:56.6 Challenges of Freelancers and Business Models

42:25.6 The Birth of Mane Union

43:06.6 Creating Safe Spaces for Connection

46:23.6 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

52:29.6 The Importance of Small, Intimate Gatherings

56:38.6 Vision and Future of Mane Union

58:44.6 The Role of Social Media in Building Connections

01:04:27.6 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

Mentioned in this episode:

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Trigger warning: This episode discusses pregnancy loss.

This week, Samara was flying solo in the Inner Sanctum (thanks to Jen getting stuck with a client—#SalonLife) for a deeply personal and powerful chat with Ash Bailey, also known as @socialcoachash.

Together, they dive into the raw reality of navigating pregnancy, running a business, and processing loss. Ash opens up about her journey through a second pregnancy, the emotional weight of miscarriage, and the challenges of balancing it all while showing up online. They also get real about setting boundaries, protecting your mental health, and using social media in a way that feels right for you.

This episode is a must-listen for business owners who’ve ever had to keep going when life throws its hardest moments at them—and for anyone who values honesty, resilience, and the power of community. 

If you or someone you know needs support, resources are available through Miscarriage Australia and Pink Elephants.

00:00 Trigger Warning

01:25 Special Guest Introduction: Ash from Social Coach Ash

02:33 Ash's Pregnancy Announcement

02:55 Navigating Pregnancy and Business

03:33 Experiencing Pregnancy Loss

05:20 Coping Mechanisms and Support Systems

08:30 Balancing Business and Personal Life

32:19 Future Plans and Advice for Business Owners

44:05 Navigating Parenthood: The Ups and Downs

45:36 Balancing Business and Motherhood

49:05 The Challenges of Travel and Work

53:52 The Importance of Boundaries

55:33 Effective Social Media Strategies

01:08:40 The Emotional Journey of Pregnancy After Loss

01:14:31 Final Thoughts and Support

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons, helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Click the link below and use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer 👇

Timely

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

In this episode, we chat with the incredible Ashe Hornsby. She has faced unimaginable loss and emerged stronger. After losing her husband, the face of their successful stonemasonry business, Ashe had to deal with her own grief and support her young family. At the same time, she managed the challenges of a male-dominated industry.

Ash talks about resilience and why having the right safeguards, like insurance, matters. She explains how seeking inspiration outside your field can change the game. She shares valuable lessons on patience, strategic thinking, and pushing through tough times.

This is a candid conversation about overcoming obstacles, making bold business choices, and trusting yourself in life’s hardest moments. If you need a reminder that you can rise above anything, this episode is for you.

00:00 Introduction to Ashe's Story

02:04 Podcast Milestone and Today's Theme

03:19 Introducing Ashe Hornsby

05:40 Ashe's Journey

12:25 Financial Management Tips

18:44 Silicosis Crisis in the Industry

22:25 Personal Tragedy and Resilience

25:59 The Importance of Having a Will

29:46 Rebuilding and Moving Forward

33:33 Personal Life and New Beginnings

34:50 The Telly Rats and Childhood Memories

35:31 Coping with Loss and Grief

41:08 Navigating Business Challenges

42:59 The Factory Fire Incident

46:58 Insurance Woes and Lessons Learned

1:00:53 Reflections and Moving Forward 

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

In this episode in the inner sanctum, we’re keeping it real about the New Year—no fluffy resolutions, just practical ways to set goals and actually follow through. 

We dive into navigating multiple roles, business shifts, and making lifestyle changes that feel good (hello, dopamine hacks!). Plus, we’re shaking up traditional goal-setting by swapping vision boards for something way more fun—Bingo cards. 

From managing energy post-holiday chaos to setting goals that actually stick, this conversation is all about making the new year work for you. Expect laughs, honesty, and a refreshing take on growth without the pressure.

Timestamps

00:00 Episode Summary

01:58 Podcast Introduction and Swearing Resolutions

02:48 Holiday Experiences and Restfulness

04:21 Decluttering and Switching Off

05:01 Managing Responsibilities and Control

07:59 Accountability and ADHD in Business

12:53 Vision Bingo and New Year Goals

17:05 75-Day Habit Challenge

19:39 Financial Tracking and Budgeting

28:47 Spending Restrictions and Regrets

29:56 Grocery Shopping Challenges

32:11 Team Goals and Learning Aspirations

35:16 Social Media Detox

36:56 Personal and Business Goals

42:29 Health and Wellness Commitments

50:34 Reflecting on the Year Ahead

54:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Mentioned in this episode:

Take Control of Your Salon Finances with Rising Finances Online

Running a salon with a team is exciting, but the money side can feel overwhelming. Tax, wages, cash flow, and pricing often leave owners stressed and second guessing.

That’s why we created Rising Finances Online, the step by step program that takes the guesswork out of salon finances.

Inside RFO, you’ll discover how to find your bottom dollar, price with confidence, stay on top of tax, and build lasting profit into your business. Practical, simple, and made for the real world of salon ownership.

Click below to Join Today 👇

Rising Finances Online

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons — helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer. Click the link below to join 👇

Timely