word. with Gordon Miller

A quick take on the never-ending conversation about what many within the industry perceive as the negative image of professionals (in the mind of the larger public); as well as what Gordon views as the misunderstood state of the labor market for salons. To be more specific, he asks the question: do we have a shortage of professionals - or clients? For more, please visit www.socialbeautymakers.com and sign up for our free weekly e-newsletter (as well as for early access to future podcast episodes).

Here to talk about pushing past the 'shackles' that hold most of us back in career and life, @DavidThurstonOfficial is known as an innovator. From Butterfly Lofts and Butterfly Circus (changing how many think about both suites and education) to becoming co-founder and now former CEO of Pulp Riot, David has been at the forefront of change for some time. His newest passion, @DangerJonesCreative, will launch its new color line on 4/1/2023 - in over 1200 stores with Cosmo Prof, Armstrong McCall & Modern Beauty! Next up: The Danger Jones Clothing line! Stay tuned for updates.

Salon owner, educator, brand advocate (SalonCentric & Authentic Beauty Concepts), & renowned curl specialist Evan Joseph @evanjosephcurls shares his perspective on the power of "niches" -and becoming an expert at your craft in a post-pandemic world. Evan has had a unique journey to prominence in the industry and shares some of the big ideas that helped him find his way to success.

Note: the title is a play off a podcast titled “F**K Retail” that left me angst-filled. I'm pausing my Future View series to rant on the larger idea of 'fake beauty news' - something that feels like a mirror image of disinformation in the larger world (that most on all sides of politics agree exists). A rebuttal of anti in-salon retail arguments is my primary focus - as most of those arguments are based on reasons that don't align with the larger reality. Although it is estimated that just 20% generate 80% of the $3+ billion in annual retail sales thru salons, there is clearly an opportunity to win for those who are up for learning the business side of salon retail. Tune in for more.

In this episode, Part 2 of a talk that began with Mindset, @TabathaCoffey digs into the meaning and importance of Mindfulness as a follow-up and a bit of a contrast to Part 1. One of the most iconic names in all of pro beauty, Tabatha is a self-described "Truth Teller, Dream Chaser, And Coach For Women Just Like You". For more about Tabatha, follow her on IG or visit www.tabathcoffey.com

Welcome to the 3rd in a 5-part series on the ongoing evolution of specific segments of the pro salon industry. In past episodes, I've talked about Media and Online Learning - and today will talk about the pro salon events space. In each episode, I share findings around the specific category coming out of my many pandemic-time talks with a large and diverse number of professionals. In parts 4 and 5, I will be talking about Distribution and Brands respectively - from the point of view of pro feedback. For more, please visit www.socialbeautymakers.com and sign up for our free weekly e-newsletter (as well as for early access to future podcast episodes).

Paula Peralta is a leading coach, educator, independent professional, curly hair specialist, & Paul Mitchell Artistic Director. Throughout the pandemic, we heard a lot of talk about diversifying career interests & income - and Paula is the personification of both. The secret to much of her success? Along with her passion for learning and 'doing the work', Paula is passionate about the big idea of manifestation(defined as 'using our thoughts, feelings, and beliefs to bring something to our physical reality'). Listen in for a fast-paced conversation digging into this big idea.

Welcome to part 2 of my 5-part series of talks on the ongoing evolution of specific segments of the pro salon industry. Over the course of 5 weeks, I'll offer observations around Media, Events, Distribution, Brands- and, in this episode, Online Learning. 

I share my observations on the current state of digital education - and ask what i hope are thought-provoking questions related to the future of the category. For more, please visit www.socialbeautymakers.com and sign up for our free weekly e-newsletter (as well as for early access to future podcast episodes).

A renowned coach, marketer, and thought leader in social and digital media, Nina Kovner, Passion Squared CEO, gives us a 15-minute master class on the fundamentals related to 'brand' and 'branding' -two words too often used interchangeably... in error. 

Today perhaps more than ever before, the essence of who we are and we show up (as businesses, professionals, or as humans) matters to those we connect with day-to-day. And just as education matters in your craft, so does it matter in raising the bar on your marketing game. Listen in for more. 

Following so many great responses to our 2023 predictions for salons and pros(and the many requests to dig deeper), this is the 1st in a 5 part series of solo talks on specific segments of the pro salon industry: Education, Events, Distribution, Brands, and Media. In this episode, I share some critical history (for context) related to what some would call the radical evolution of the beauty media space in the face of changing technology - plus projections related to where we might be headed. For more, please visit www.socialbeautymakers.com and sign up for our weekly e-newsletter (as well as for early access to the podcast!).