You think holding on tight will keep them loyal, but fear makes salon owners do wild things. In this episode of The Shift, I’m talking about the subtle ways fear-based leadership shows up in our salons, and why it backfires every time. From micromanaging to emotional manipulation, I’m sharing how to lead from trust, not panic, and the systems that actually make people want to stay.

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Before the branding, before the bookings, before the big team, there was a kitchen sink, a carport, and a whole lot of hustle. In this episode, I’m taking you back to the three wild months I ran a full blown salon out of my then boyfriend’s apartment. From juggling laundry schedules to dodging a non compete clause, this is the gritty, scrappy chapter of my story you’ve never heard. Proof that building something great doesn’t always start with a lease and a logo.

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Stylists are burning out. Their bodies are giving out. And too many salon owners have no plan for what happens next. In this episode I am giving you the wake up call I got the hard way and what I changed because of it.

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You can build a loyal team, run a thriving salon, and still completely miss the mark when it comes to your apprentices. In this episode of The Shift, I’m sharing what went wrong with our apprenticeship program, why it took years to fix, and the hard lessons I had to learn along the way. If you’ve ever felt like you’re pouring everything in and still not getting it right, this one’s for you.

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You can have five-star reviews, loyal clients, and a thriving team—and still get slammed in a private Facebook group. In this episode of The Shift, I’m sharing exactly what happened when I stumbled across a brutal thread about my salon, how I handled it, what I learned, and why I still believe corrections and complaints can actually grow your business. If you’ve ever had that stomach-drop moment reading feedback, this one’s for you.

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Imposter syndrome doesn’t mean you’re not good enough. It just means you’re growing. In this episode of The Shift, I’m breaking down exactly how I’ve experienced imposter syndrome at different stages of my career, from building my clientele to leading my team and now stepping into coaching and speaking. I’ll share how I worked through it, why confidence only comes from action, and why feeling like a fraud is actually a sign you’re on the right track. If imposter syndrome has ever made you second-guess yourself, this episode is for you.

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Having nonstop energy might seem like a superpower, but it comes with its own challenges. In this episode of The Shift, I’m sharing what it’s really like to have a brain that never slows down, how it impacts my life and business, and the tools I use to keep myself balanced. From hyperfixation to burnout, and the self-care strategies that actually work, this episode is a deep dive into the reality of high energy and how to manage it. If you’ve ever felt like your mind is running at 100 miles an hour, this one’s for you.

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Leaving a salon is one thing—coming back is another. In this episode of The Shift, I sit down with my ex-employee who left after five years, only to return nearly two years later. We dive into why she left, what she learned from working in other salons, and why she ultimately decided to come back. Plus, I share why I said yes to rehiring her and what this experience taught me about leadership, loyalty, and salon culture. If you’ve ever had a stylist leave—or wondered if they’d ever return—this episode is for you.

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Thinking like a stylist won’t grow your business, thinking like a CEO will. In this episode of The Shift, I’m breaking down the five key habits that successful salon owners use to lead, scale, and build a business that thrives. Learn what a salon CEO really does, how to shift from stylist to leader, and the daily habits that will set you up for long-term success. If you’re ready to take your salon seriously and step into your CEO role, this episode is for you.

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If you say you hate numbers, I don’t believe you. You don’t hate them, you just don’t understand them. And that’s exactly why so many salon owners avoid them. But ignoring your numbers means running your business blind. In this episode of The Shift, I’m sharing how I went from avoiding my numbers to making them my biggest business advantage. We’ll break down tracking, forecasting, and planning so you can grow, hire, and scale with confidence. If the financial side of your salon feels overwhelming, this episode will change the way you see your numbers forever.

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