Welcome to this week's episode of "Curly Girls Obsessions." I'm your host, Jennifer Janisch, owner of Adored Salon and Adored Signature hand-tied hair extensions. In today's episode, we're diving into a delightful conversation with Louise from Australia, where we explore a range of topics, from the quirks of American and Australian politics to the intricacies of curly hair care and the unique challenges faced by salon owners. Louise shares her journey of moving from the UK to Australia with her family, her experience managing a salon, and the learning curve that comes with navigating the financial side of the hair industry. Together, we discuss the importance of understanding client needs, especially when it comes to curly hair and extensions, and how the industry is evolving. So sit back, relax, and join us as we unravel the curly girl secrets and share our passions for hair and business in this light-hearted, yet insightful conversation. Enjoy!

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Timestamped Overview of the Podcast

**00:00:03 - 00:01:35**

- Introduction by Jennifer Janisch, owner of Adored Salon and Adored Signature hand-tied hair extensions.

- Overview of the podcast theme focusing on curly hair and related topics.

- Jennifer introduces her guest Louise from Australia, setting the stage for a light-hearted conversation.

**00:01:35 - 00:02:19**

- Louise shares her background, having moved from England to Australia with her family for lifestyle reasons.

- Discusses the positives of living in Perth versus the UK.

**00:02:20 - 00:03:45**

- Inquiry about Louise's salon ownership journey in Australia.

- Louise explains her prior experience managing a salon in the UK and her partnership in a new salon.

**00:03:45 - 00:06:26**

- Discussion about the challenges of salon ownership and financial aspects.

- Jennifer highlights the common struggles salon owners face regarding profitability and business management.

**00:06:29 - 00:07:26**

- Louise talks about balancing the creative and emotional aspects of salon ownership with financial management.

**00:07:27 - 00:09:14**

- Jennifer shares her experience running a salon for 11 years and the importance of understanding financial health for salon owners.

**00:09:15 - 00:12:06**

- Jennifer discusses the impact of recent American elections on consumer spending habits, noting a change after the election.

**00:12:06 - 00:12:55**

- Louise adds her perspective about American politics and its global relevance.

**00:12:55 - 00:14:58**

- Discussion on social media's "cancel culture" and its effects on public figures and salon conversations.

**00:14:58 - 00:17:11**

- Louise shares experiences of political conversations among clients in her salon, reflecting the diversity of opinions and its challenges.

**00:17:11 - 00:18:21**

- Jennifer compares political environments in America to those in Australia and the UK.

**00:18:24 - 00:19:06**

- Transition back to the topic of curly hair and its perceived value in the industry.

**00:19:06 - 00:21:36**

- Discussion about the popularity of curly hair education, highlighting the demand for courses by experts like Rima.

**00:21:36 - 00:22:30**

- Louise shares her passion for working with curls and the differences in hair care across Australia.

**00:22:30 - 00:26:39**

- Jennifer discusses the disconnect in the hair extension market, especially for textured hair, and her experience with curly extensions.

**00:26:39 - 00:27:59**

- Louise comments on the uniqueness of Indian hair and the challenges it poses for stylists.

**00:27:59 - 00:28:04**

- Jennifer explains the importance of proper care for curly hair extensions.

**00:28:04 - 00:33:44**

- Jennifer outlines her experience transitioning from K-tips to hand-tied extensions, emphasizing the need for texture-matching in extensions.

**00:33:46 - 00:36:33**

- Overview of Jennifer's extension education classes, including foundational and advanced techniques for curly installs.

**00:36:33 - 00:37:22**

- Louise shares her limited experience with extensions and the focus on curly hair.

**00:37:22 - 00:40:31**

- Discussion on the market saturation of hair extensions and contrasts between straight and curly hair extensions.

**00:40:31 - 00:42:54**

- Jennifer and Louise debate the uniqueness of curly hair extensions and the importance of specialization in the market.

**00:42:55 - 00:43:00**

- Louise reflects on the challenges of moving to a new country and losing long-term clients.

**00:43:00 - 00:47:34**

- Final thoughts on blending extensions and a deeper connection with client needs in curly hair services.

- Jennifer concludes with her social media handles and invites listeners to connect.