The Hair Game

The Hair Game

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The Hair Game episodes

  • HIGHLIGHTS • Are You Taking Care of Your Longtime Clients? w/ Akela Douglass

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

    Salon owner, Wella Curl Craft Pro Arist & educator @akelashair changed her direction from corporate career path to the hair business. We discuss marketing, working with diverse hair types, and the importance of client relationships. We also talk about her experience in education and curriculum development.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Transition from Corporate College to Hair Business

    • Beauty School and First Salon Job

    • Development of Curl Curriculum and Wella Partnership

    • Return to Sacramento and Opening Got Roots Color Bar

    • Akela's Education and Academy

    • Non-Technical Education and Marketing

    • Taking Care of Longtime Clients

    • Difficult Conversations with Clients

    • Navigating Political Conversations in the Salon

    • Changing the Lack of Curly Hair Education

    • Hair Horror Stories

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    12 min
  • Ep. 343 • Does Your Client Need to Be Canceled? w/ Stephanie Lawrence

    Stylist, salon owner, and educator @hair_princess_steph joins us and discusses the growth of her salon and the unique aspects of the hair industry in New Hampshire. We also talk about the changing client behavior trends, particularly in the post-COVID era, and shares client misbehaviors and how she dealt with them.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Salon Growth and Expansion

    • The Hair Industry in New Hampshire

    • Client Behavior Trends

    • Customer Service Horror Story

    • Setting and Enforcing Boundaries

    • Dealing with Client Misbehaviors

    • Navigating Political Conversations in the Salon

    • Her re-engaging with Instagram

    • Creating Community Spaces

    • The Importance of Kindness and Harmony

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    54 min
  • HIGHLIGHTS • Does Your Client Need to Be Canceled? w/ Stephanie Lawrence

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

    Stylist, salon owner, and educator @hair_princess_steph joins us and discusses the growth of her salon and the unique aspects of the hair industry in New Hampshire. We also talk about the changing client behavior trends, particularly in the post-COVID era, and shares client misbehaviors and how she dealt with them.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Salon Growth and Expansion

    • The Hair Industry in New Hampshire

    • Client Behavior Trends

    • Customer Service Horror Story

    • Setting and Enforcing Boundaries

    • Dealing with Client Misbehaviors

    • Navigating Political Conversations in the Salon

    • Her re-engaging with Instagram

    • Creating Community Spaces

    • The Importance of Kindness and Harmony

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    12 min
  • Ep. 342 • The 3 Most Important Aspects of Running Your Business w/ Ambrosia Carey

    Hairstylist Educator and Salon Owner @ambrosiacarey found hairdressing to be the perfect blend of people skills and artistry. We talk about the importance of being patient and taking your time in the industry, as well as important marketing and pricing topics to help your business be successful.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Finding hair as a client; perfect mix of marketing and artistry

    • Challenges of running a salon

    • Successful stylist academy: what is important for a business

    • Important Marketing topics

    • Pricing

    • Shutdown of TikTok?

    • Her Hair Horror Story

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    1 hr 15 min
  • HIGHLIGHTS • The 3 Most Important Aspects of Running Your Business w/ Ambrosia Carey

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

    Hairstylist Educator and Salon Owner @ambrosiacarey found hairdressing to be the perfect blend of people skills and artistry. We talk about the importance of being patient and taking your time in the industry, as well as important marketing and pricing topics to help your business be successful.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Finding hair as a client; perfect mix of marketing and artistry

    • Challenges of running a salon

    • Successful stylist academy: what is important for a business

    • Important Marketing topics

    • Pricing

    • Shutdown of TikTok?

    • Her Hair Horror Story

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    17 min
  • HIGHLIGHTS • Becoming The Seven Figure Boss w/ Adrienne Velazquez

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

    Adrienne Velazquez, also known as @TheSevenFigureBoss, shares her journey from being a hairstylist to becoming a business coach. She discusses the challenges she faced in rebranding her business after changing cities and the impact of social media on her success. Adrienne emphasizes the importance of belief and support from others in achieving her goals. Through her story, Adrienne inspires others to pursue their dreams and create positive change in their lives.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Move to San Antonio and building new clientele

    • Utilizing FB and IG to build her brand and business

    • Finding Brazilian Blowout and joining their edu team

    • Becoming the seven figure boss during covid

    • What is holding most people back from success

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    13 min
  • Ep. 341 • Becoming The Seven Figure Boss w/ Adrienne Velazquez

    Adrienne Velazquez, also known as @TheSevenFigureBoss, shares her journey from being a hairstylist to becoming a business coach. She discusses the challenges she faced in rebranding her business after changing cities and the impact of social media on her success. Adrienne emphasizes the importance of belief and support from others in achieving her goals. Through her story, Adrienne inspires others to pursue their dreams and create positive change in their lives.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Move to San Antonio and building new clientele

    • Utilizing FB and IG to build her brand and business

    • Finding Brazilian Blowout and joining their edu team

    • Becoming the seven figure boss during covid

    • What is holding most people back from success

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    58 min
  • Ep. 340 • Keeping Your Slice of The Retail Pie w/ Randy Cotten

    President of @saloninteractive Randy Cotten joins us to discuss the topic of retail sales. With Amazon making it easier than ever for clients to purchase on their own, what are the best ways for you to sell retail? We chat about the challenges and offer solutions for you to compete.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Overview of Salon Interactive's Products and Services

    • Commission Structure for Hairdressers

    • Options Available to Hairdressers

    • Product Selection and Distribution

    • Challenges in the Beauty Industry

    • Product Diversion and Scams

    • Product Sales Trends

    • Price Increases and Product Information

    • Hair Product Diversion

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    42 min
  • HIGHLIGHTS • Keeping Your Slice of The Retail Pie w/ Randy Cotten

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

    President of @saloninteractive Randy Cotten joins us to discuss the topic of retail sales. With Amazon making it easier than ever for clients to purchase on their own, what are the best ways for you to sell retail? We chat about the challenges and offer solutions for you to compete.

    This Week's Topics:

    • Overview of Salon Interactive's Products and Services

    • Commission Structure for Hairdressers

    • Options Available to Hairdressers

    • Product Selection and Distribution

    • Challenges in the Beauty Industry

    • Product Diversion and Scams

    • Product Sales Trends

    • Price Increases and Product Information

    • Hair Product Diversion

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    12 min
  • Ep. 339 • How to Keep Your Social Media Flame Burning w/ Matt Beck

    We are back this week with Matt Beck of @freesaloneducation to go deep on his strategies regarding what social platforms he chooses to spend his time & energy. We also get into the topic of balancing your passions with financial responsibilites, as well as your work and personal life.

    This Week's Topics:

    • His success repurposing content on FB

    • What social platforms he puts effort into

    • His setup and how he creates his videos

    • Finding his sense of community again

    • Passion vs. Not liking what you do

    • Future of his content creation

    • Hair horror story

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    58 min

About The Hair Game

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The Hair Game is a series brought to you by Salon Republic and hosted by founder Eric Taylor, who, after 25 yrs in the hair game, has seen a lot of s#!@ go down. We go deep with the beauty industry's…

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