Trendy with Kim Allison

Trendy with Kim Allison: is kicking off strong! In our very first episode, I'm chatting with the incredibly talented Emma Nichols, a young stylist specializing in lived-in color and hair extensions. 🌟Emma shares her hair journey, insights on mentorship, and her favorite coloring techniques for achieving that effortlessly stunning look. Whether you're a new stylist or a hair enthusiast, you'll love this candid conversation packed with tips, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes scoops.Plus, don't miss our fun 60-second rapid-fire Q&A at the end! 💇‍♀️👉 Hit subscribe to follow along for more stylist interviews, hair hacks, cutting techniques, and creative color inspo! 00:00 Intro000:14 Why I chose Emma1:43-Emma’s hair journey 14:36 - Lived-In Color Explained16:37 - Hair Extension Trend18:38 - Inspiration/Education25:46 - New Clients/Consultation/Pricing31:55 - Favorite Color Lines32:39 -Mix Brands or No-No?34:54 - Lived-in color/extensions challenges40:00 - How Does it take?40:53 - Favorite Technique43:56 - How Long Do You Tone?46:24 - Social Media & Building50:40 - Emma’s Mentors55:01 - Work-Life Balance58:12- Future Plans1:03 - Wrap Up and 60 Sec Fun Q&A!1:06 - Emm’s Contact Info#TrendyWithKimAllison #trendywithkimallison #haireducation #hairstylist

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In this powerful episode of Trendy with Kim Allison, Katie Brenner shares her journey through emancipation at 16, building a six-figure business behind the chair, quitting corporate with her husband during COVID, and landing her first influencer deal. She opens up about balancing life as a mom, an artist, and a leader in the hair industry.We also dive into:The truth about becoming a brand ambassadorHow she manages social media without a teamReal talk on burnout, boundaries, and beauty schoolThe tools that changed her extension game🎙️ Trendy with Kim Allison – Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio & more📱 Follow Katie: @ktbhair🌐 Learn more at: kimallison.net00:00 – Welcome + Katie’s Intro02:00 – Emancipated at 16: Her story begins05:30 – From horses to hair: How she found the industry08:00 – Getting pregnant, graduating, and grinding11:45 – Starting beauty school + early career path16:00 – Assisting Charlie Price & rising fast18:45 – COVID, motherhood & making a hard choice21:30 – The leap: Telling her husband to quit corporate23:15 – Landing her first influencer deal26:00 – Becoming a content creator + social media advice30:45 – Joining Rusk + building to global artistic director34:00 – Unicorn Uprising & branded merch for stylists38:00 – Her thoughts on the industry’s future41:15 – Advice for new stylists (and how she stayed booked)45:00 – Rapid Fire Game: 60 Second Blowout49:30 – Where to find Katie online#HairProLife #HairIndustryTalks #WomenInBeauty #StylistStories #TrendyWithKimAllison

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This week on Trendy with Kim Allison, I’m joined by Tampa salon owner and stylist Kym “Tweet” Jones, and let me tell you, her story is so real and so inspiring. From shampooing the hair right of a bleach client’s head by accident 😂 (and still getting tipped 💸) to building a peaceful, spa-like salon during COVID, Tweet’s journey is full of hustle, heart, and hard-earned wisdom.

We talk about:

✔️ Her unconventional start in hair

✔️ Building a salon during the pandemic

✔️ Mentoring while staying hands-on behind the chair

✔️ The truth about extensions and client care

✔️ Creating a full experience, not just a hairstyle

This one feels like you’re hanging out with your homegirl who just gets it. So, if you’ve ever dreamed of opening your own salon or need a reminder that your journey is valid, this one’s for you. 💛

📍 Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro + How Tweet ended up on the show

02:43 – Where the nickname “Tweet” came from

04:45 – From aspiring PI to shampoo girl to stylist0

9:12 – Her first $20 tip and falling in love with hair

14:30 – COVID shutdown and starting a salon from her apartment1

9:05 – Becoming a salon owner (even though she didn’t want to)

23:40 – Challenges of hiring and managing new stylists

28:15 – Creating a peaceful salon vibe + client experience

33:55 – Handling price increases with grace

39:45 – The business side of hair nobody teaches

44:00 – Her honest advice for new salon owners

49:35 – The story of her biggest early-career mistake

55:10 – Real talk on extensions + what most clients don’t know

1:01:35 – How Tweet balances personal and salon life

1:06:20 – Fun facts, ATVs, and catching crabs 🦀

1:09:45 – Rapid Fire: 60-Second Blowout 💨

1:13:20 – Where to find Tweet online📲

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Award-winning hairdresser and educator Ashlee Norman is shaking up the industry! In this episode, we dive into her mission to teach stylists the right way and challenge the influence of social media 'educators.' Ashlee shares her passion for education, her impressive career journey, and how she’s built a thriving business that supports her entire family. Don’t miss this candid conversation with one of the industry's most respected voices!

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In this episode of Trendy with Kim Allison, I chat with the incredibly talented Cindy Earl Covic—extension expert, educator-at-heart, and 15x BTC One Shot Award nominee. Cindy opens up about her global journey from South Africa to North America, how she carved her unique path in the hair industry, and the fear she’s still learning to conquer.We talk Great Lengths, Airtouch technique, extension maintenance, social media struggles, and what really goes on behind the chair. Cindy shares her honest thoughts on specializing vs. staying versatile, the pressure to niche down, and why staying true to yourself will always win.Whether you're a new stylist or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with tips, real talk, and a whole lot of inspiration.👉 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe OR leave a review on the pod. New interviews drop every Sunday!Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:45 - Cindy’s global journey into hair6:15 - Social media growth and authenticity14:00 - BTC nominations + creative process20:10 - Airtouch & gray coverage tips28:30 - Extensions: what works and what doesn’t37:45 - Fear, self-doubt, and future goals47:30 - The 60-Second Blowout (Rapid Fire Fun)50:00 - Final thoughts & silly selfie moment 😜🔗 Connect With Us:📲 Follow Cindy Earl CovicInstagram: @cindyearlcovic🌐 Follow Kim AllisonWebsite: www.kimallison.netInstagram: @trendywithkimallisonTikTok: @trendywithkimallisonYouTube: Trendy with Kim Allison  @Trendy_Kimallison ​

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Jenna Caldwell is not your average hair colorist. She’s a 4th-generation cosmetologist, international educator, and the creator of The Colorist’s Blueprint—a power-packed program changing the game for stylists around the world. In this episode of Trendy with Kim Allison, Jenna breaks down the science behind permanent color (like, actual molecules!), what hair really says about your health, and why gray blending for men is a money-making opportunity nobody should sleep on.

We talk about:
💡 Why rinsing color too soon is sabotaging your results
🧪 The wild science behind foams like Minoxidil turning bleach neon yellow
🎯 How to create educational content that hooks AND converts
📈 Jenna’s Instagram glow-up after getting rid of fake followers
🧠 Why her blueprint includes deep dives into thyroid function, timing drills, and business hacks for stylists
🎓 Why she calls it your “bachelor’s in cosmetology”

Whether you're a seasoned stylist or fresh outta beauty school, Jenna delivers hard truths, real advice, and some hilarious moments (hello, Big Brother auditions). This one’s a MUST-WATCH.

📚 Ready to level up?
Learn more about The Colorist’s Blueprint → [insert link here]

👇 DROP A COMMENT
What’s one thing you wish you learned in beauty school but didn’t?

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You are NOT ready for this knowledge drop! 💥 In this 2-part interview, I sit down with Jenna Caldwell—master stylist, 4th generation cosmetologist, and founder of The Colorist Blueprint—to talk about how understanding the science of hair color can completely change your results behind the chair.In Part 1, we dive into:Jenna’s powerful hair journey (and her family’s legacy in the industry)How ADHD and biochemistry shaped her approach to colorThe myth of blonding and breakageWhy the hairline behaves differently than the rest of the headHow hormones, thyroid issues, and even sweat affect color resultsWhether you're a seasoned stylist or just starting out, Jenna breaks it down in a way that finally makes sense. 🔬✂️ She’s funny, honest, and seriously brilliant—and she doesn’t leave a single crumb on the plate.💡 Grab a pen—this episode is packed with insights you’ll want to write down.👉🏽 Follow Jenna: Instagram @jennamcaldwell 👉🏽 Join my beauty pro fam: https://linktr.ee/hairgeniusacademy🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and hit that bell so you don’t miss Part 2 next week—where we go deeper into career growth, pricing, and Jenna’s wild success on social media.🎙️ Trendy with Kim Allison – Real stories. Real stylists. Real talk.

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In this episode of Trendy with Kim Allison, I chat with the powerhouse herself, Laura Gunter, an award-winning master stylist, educator for Matrix, educator and brand marketing for Ulta Beauty, and textured hair specialist who works behind the chair every single day. What doesn’t she do? Laura has worked with some of the top names in hair, graced editorial shoots, and traveled the world educating beauty professionals with her next-level knowledge and passion. Her journey in hair is truly unique. I was especially impressed by her thoughtful take on diversity and how, as a Caucasian stylist, she’s fully immersed herself in Black hair culture with deep respect and intention. Laura keeps it real, raw, and deeply motivating.Laura Gunter on Embracing Black Hair Culture as a White Stylist in Atlanta"🔹 How she built a name in editorial and textured hair🔹 What it’s like educating globally for Matrix and Ulta Beauty🔹 Why she still works behind the chair (and loves it)🔹 Her advice for up-and-coming stylistsThis is one you don’t want to miss if you're serious about elevating your craft and hearing straight from a stylist who’s done it all—and continues to push boundaries every day.🎧 Now streaming on YouTube + Podcast platforms!👇 Watch, comment, and subscribe to keep up with the most inspiring voices in the beauty industry.#TrendyWithKimAllison #LauraGunter #TexturedHairSpecialist #UltaBeauty #MatrixEducator #EditorialStylist #BehindTheChair #HairIndustryIcons #BeautyTalk #HairEducation #WomenInHair

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If you don’t know your numbers, you don’t know your business—period. 💰✂️ Join me on Trendy with Kim Allison as I sit down with salon business coach, motivational speaker, and educator Nina Tulio. With 27 years in the beauty industry, Nina has helped salon owners and stylists worldwide build profitable businesses while staying true to their passion.

In this episode, we dive into:
✅ Why understanding your numbers is key to salon success 📊
✅ How to track profit & loss like a pro 💡
✅ The biggest financial mistakes stylists make—and how to avoid them 🚨
✅ Nina’s journey from hairstylist to business coach ✂️

Whether you’re a new stylist or a seasoned salon owner, this episode is packed with valuable insights you can’t afford to miss!

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If you don’t know your numbers, you don’t know your business—period. 💰✂️ Join me on Trendy with Kim Allison as I sit down with salon business coach, motivational speaker, and educator Nina Tulio. With 27 years in the beauty industry, Nina has helped salon owners and stylists worldwide build profitable businesses while staying true to their passion.In this episode, we dive into:✅ Why understanding your numbers is key to salon success 📊✅ How to track profit & loss like a pro 💡✅ The biggest financial mistakes stylists make—and how to avoid them 🚨✅ Nina’s journey from hairstylist to business coach ✂️Whether you’re a new stylist or a seasoned salon owner, this episode is packed with valuable insights you can’t afford to miss!🎧 Subscribe for more beauty industry game-changers!📲 Follow me on IG & TikTok: @trendywithkimalisonListen wherever you get your podcast: @trendywithkimallison#TrendyWithKimAllison #NinaTulio #SalonSuccess #KnowYourNumbers #BeautyBusiness #SalonOwners #HairIndustry

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How do you go from working behind the chair to landing major brand deals? Meet Natalie Salcedo, a top hairstylist from Massachusetts, BTC Team member, and Moroccan Oil brand ambassador! In this episode, she shares:

✅ How she built her career and caught the attention of top brands
✅ The secrets to standing out in the hair industry
✅ Advice for new and seasoned stylists looking to level up
✅ Behind-the-scenes of working with brands like Moroccan Oil

Her playful personality + expert hair knowledge = an episode you can’t miss! If you’re a stylist or beauty pro looking for inspiration, this is for you.

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