In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Carl Hinder, a sales strategy coach in the salon industry.

They discuss the gap between salons and coaching and share the importance of finding grants and funding for salons. Sarah also touches on the difference between apprentices and staff, and how each can benefit a salon in their own way. Carl also gives some insight into how to scale your salon quickly.

In this episode you will learn:

• The gap between salons and coaching
• The importance of finding grants and funding
• What is the difference between apprentices and staff
• Why so many salons are giving away their business for free
• How to scale your salon quickly

For more information about apprenticeships, and to connect with Sarah, head to: https://linktr.ee/tnbhairbeautyhealthtraining

To learn more about what Carl does, head to: https://salon-help.co.uk/

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship.

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the importance of employing people to grow your business.

Sarah highlights the benefits of hiring and training apprentices as a strategic way to build a solid team of skilled and motivated employees. She stresses the importance of having a clear training plan in place and being prepared to teach others to teach. Sarah also provides insights into taking on new students, including the financial implications and how to replace profits. She emphasises the value of learning from mistakes and being supportive with apprentices. Sarah also discusses the importance of creating a culture of success within your business, and how this can motivate your team and create a positive working environment.

In this episode you will learn:

• The importance of employing people to grow your business
• How to take on a new apprentice
• Why you should learn from mistakes
• The importance of having a culture of success

For more information about apprenticeships, and to connect with Sarah, head to: https://linktr.ee/tnbhairbeautyhealthtraining

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship.

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses various aspects of business growth and marketing strategies.

Sarah explains the importance of positioning yourself properly in the market. She also highlights the power of social media in promoting a business and engaging potential clients, sharing some tips on how to get people involved on Instagram.

Sarah emphasises the importance of setting up a Google page for a business and how it can help to boost online visibility. Furthermore, she shares some effective sales strategies and details the importance of sending value-rich emails to keep clients engaged and informed. Finally, she provides some insights on how to bring in new clients and make a bigger profit. 

In this episode you will learn: 

• How to find your unique value proposition
• How to position yourself in the market using social media
• How to bring in new clients

For more information about apprenticeships, and to connect with Sarah, head to: https://linktr.ee/tnbhairbeautyhealthtraining

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship.

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Emma Jarvis about the importance of apprenticeships in the beauty industry.

Emma shares her expertise on the structure of apprenticeships, placing a strong emphasis on teaching and assessing qualifications, and the value of these programs in developing leadership skills. They also discuss the income apprentices bring into the salon and the cost of training a beauty apprentice.

Emma shares her thoughts on why there is a need for finishing school in the industry and its role in preparing apprentices for success. Through this conversation, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the benefits of apprenticeships and why they should be considered as a path for young professionals looking to enter the beauty industry.

In this episode you will learn:

• How to structure your apprenticeships
• Why you should have strong emphasis on teaching and assessing qualifications
• What the value of apprenticeships is in terms of developing leadership skills
• What is the cost of training an apprentice

For more information about apprenticeships, and to connect with Sarah, head to: https://linktr.ee/tnbhairbeautyhealthtraining

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship. 

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Susan Stocker about the importance of building a network in business. 

They discuss common mistakes made by business owners when starting out and the challenges people face when trying to start a business. Sarah explains the benefits of apprenticeship schemes and the significance of having a business plan in place. Susan highlights the role of a growth mindset and the steps to take to scale your business. 

In this episode you will learn:

• How building a network can help you start and grow a successful business
• What mistakes business owners make when starting out
• Why a solid business plan is necessary in running a successful business
• How an apprenticeship scheme can be a valuable tool for business owners
• What to do to achieve long-term business success

For more information about apprenticeships, and to connect with Sarah, head to: https://linktr.ee/tnbhairbeautyhealthtraining

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship.

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the fear of losing your business and how to overcome it. 

Sarah highlights the importance of leveraging your time in order to achieve success in your business. She talks about the importance of knowing what you truly want out of your business, and making sure that your actions align with that goal. 

Sarah explains the importance of having systems in place for success, and how to develop those systems. It is important to identify your goals, develop a plan and build a team that is able to act on your plans. 

In this episode you will learn:

• How to deal with the fear of losing your business
• What to do to effectively leverage your time
• The importance of having systems in place for success
• The right way to build teams.

For more information about apprenticeships, and to connect with Sarah, head to: https://linktr.ee/tnbhairbeautyhealthtraining

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship. 

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses frequently asked questions about hiring older apprentices. 

An older apprentice is anyone over the age of 19. Frequently asked questions are based around how much they must be paid by law as well as their overall availability to work depending on their current life commitments, such as living expenses and caregiving.

Sarah explains the many ways you can fund your apprenticeship and ways that you’ll make more money from apprentices if you know how to get them qualified faster.

In this episode you will learn:

• What the minimum wage for an apprentice is 
• What are the benefits of having an apprentice
• Why you’ll make more money out of your apprentices
• The cost of an older apprentice

For more information about apprenticeships, and to connect with Sarah, head to: https://linktr.ee/tnbhairbeautyhealthtraining

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship.

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses what qualifications you need to get involved in delivering funded training, and specifically apprenticeship training. 

Sarah explains how it has become more difficult to get involved in funded training, and highlights the importance of having the three key skills: teaching, assessing, and coaching. 

If you are training apprentices, knowing how to effectively communicate is important as different people learn in different ways and have varying levels of ability to understand. It is also important that you are highly skilled in what you are teaching so that you are able to answer any questions your pupils may have.

In this episode you will learn:

• What qualifications are needed to get involved in apprenticeship training
• Why is it important to have skills in teaching, assessing, and coaching when delivering apprenticeship training
• How does effective communication play a role in training an apprentice
• Why having a high level of skill is important when delivering apprenticeship training
• How to be successful in delivering apprenticeship training

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship.

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses how to retain a good apprentice.

Sarah shares some valuable tips for ensuring that your apprentices are happy and motivated to stay with your company. One key point she emphasises is the importance of having a clear and accurate job description. This will help your apprentices understand exactly what is expected of them and what the job entails.

Another tip Sarah shares is to take your time when recruiting apprentices. Make sure you find the right fit rather than rushing into a hiring decision and hiring someone who isn't a good fit for the role or your company. She also suggests using a traineeship model, which combines on-the-job training with structured off-the-job training for people aged 16-24.

In this episode you will learn:

• How to ensure that your apprentices are happy and motivated 
• The importance of having a clear and accurate job description for your apprentices
• Why you should take your time when recruiting apprentices 
• How the traineeship model works 
• What “off-the-job training” looks like

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship. 

In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel talks to Danny Wicks.

They discuss common mistakes made by business owners and the  importance of hiring the right people. Danny gives tips for maintaining a positive attitude and avoiding getting caught in chaos. 

Sarah shares her own journey of personal and professional growth, including how her business and mindset coach helped her live a balanced life. Danny also speaks about his career and provides valuable insights with practical advice for business owners at all stages of their journey.

In this episode you will learn:

• Danny’s career and what got him into property
• Why you need to be constantly learning as a business owner 
• The mistakes most business owners make in their journey
• How to hire the right people
• What you can do to upgrade your mindset

The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step by step process of how to employ an apprentice in your salon. This podcast will highlight all the traits of creating a successful apprenticeship.