Ever wonder how a simple haircut can transform a child’s world? ✂️💫

This isn’t just any podcast—it’s a heartfelt collaboration between @hairdustry and @beautylaunchpad, celebrating stylists who go beyond the chair. 

Meet Vernon Jackson, the visionary behind The Gifted Event, offering free, sensory-friendly haircuts to neurodivergent children. His mission? To create safe spaces where every child feels seen, valued, and confident. 

Vernon’s impactful work has garnered attention from @goodmorningamerica, @todayshow, @cbsnews, and @foxnews. But beyond the headlines, it’s the smiles of the children and the gratitude of their families that truly tell the story.

In this episode, co-hosted by Gabby Bach @gabbymarieedits, Associate Managing Editor @beautylaunchpad, we delve into Vernon’s journey, the challenges he’s overcome, and the lives he’s touched.

If you’ve ever doubted the power of your profession to make a difference, this conversation will reignite your passion and purpose.

🎧 Tune in to Season 8, Episode 26 of Your Day Off Podcast: Vernon Jackson - Gifted Alliance. 

Available now on your @spotify app @spotifypodcasts.

#Hairdustry #BeautyLaunchpad #YourDayOffPodcast #TheGiftedEvent 

What if walking away from social media made your career stronger? 🤯⠀Vinnie Morey proves that purpose beats performance. In this episode, he unpacks the hard truth: likes don’t equal legacy.⠀And—he’s got the track record to prove it. But he’s not here to impress, he’s here to impact.⠀You’ll hear:🔥 Why he ditched social for real-life impact💔 The IVF journey that reshaped his priorities💡 How he stays booked + respected with zero online presence⠀And, it’s not preachy—it’s real.⠀This isn’t about being above the hustle. It’s about redefining it.⠀Because when your “why” is clear, the noise fades.⠀You’ll walk away asking yourself:👊 Am I showing up for attention—or intention?👊 Do I need the algorithm to prove I’m good?👊 What matters most… when it’s all quiet?⠀This is the kind of episode that sticks.⠀🎧 Full episode on your @spotify App @spotifypodcasts⠀#Hairdustry #BeautyLaunchpad #LiveFromABS #VinnieMorey #SalonLeadership

🎙️Why your mess-ups mean you're getting better

Ever catch yourself redoing something 21 times just to get it “right”?
You’re not alone—and it might be exactly what helps you grow.

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In this episode, barber + creative director Sofie Pok (@staygold31) gets real about the art of repetition, perfectionism, and embracing “flops” as a tool for leveling up.

And with Co-Host Gabby Bach @gabbymarieedits (Associate Managing Editor @beautylaunchpad), they go deep on the behind-the-scenes grind—from stage performances to video production—and the very human voice inside that says “you’re not enough.”

But here’s the twist: that voice? It’s wrong.
And embracing the imperfections might be your most powerful move yet.

✨ What you’ll walk away with:

• How to trust your process when your voice shakes and tech fails

• Why elite artists and content creators repeat until the magic happens

• What it really means to “stay gold” when you’re navigating identity + burnout

• The healing power of sharing personal history (Sofie’s Cambodia story will stick with you)

This one is about reclaiming your story, owning your process, and giving yourself permission to not be perfect—and STILL move forward.

🎧 Hit play when you’re feeling like a flop.
You’ll walk away feeling fired up and seen.

#HairCommunity #CreativeJourney #PodcastLife #StayGold31 #BeautyLaunchpad

Why changing one life can change yours too?

Ever wonder what it feels like to hand someone their first real shot at freedom?

This isn't just another feel-good story.
It’s a raw, honest convo with @TabathaCoffey, live from @americasbeautyshow, about her work with @HairAidcharity—a nonprofit teaching haircutting to people in deep poverty, including those rescued from trafficking.

Tabatha shares how a simple skill like a haircut becomes someone’s survival plan.
Imagine handing someone a pair of scissors… and them realizing they don’t have to sell their body anymore.
They can cut hair.
Feed themselves.
Reclaim their life.

It’s not just a volunteer trip—it’s a gut-check.
A heart-expander.
A full reset on what really matters.

And yes, it’ll mess with you (in the best way).
But that’s why you need to hear it.

You’ll learn how HairAid:

• Teaches people a usable skill in 5 days
• Operates in Cambodia, Philippines, Guatemala & more
• Turns trauma into transformation
• Changes the volunteers as much as it helps the students

This ep is for stylists with heart, people who want to give better, and anyone needing proof that their craft still has meaning.

🎧 Full episode now playing
Season 8, Episode 23 – Tabatha Coffey – HairAid

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#HairAid #TabathaCoffey #YourDayOffPodcast #HairWithHeart #HairdressingForChange #BeautyThatHeals #HumanFirst #HairForHope #StylistLife #GiveBack #HairMission #SalonHumanity #ABSChicago #HairStory #YourDayOff #SocialImpactThroughStyle #ListenNow

🎙️Why This Is the Most Unexpected Hair Artist Story You'll Hear This Year

What do horse hair tattoos, Chicago hustle, and 26 years of barber wisdom have in common? 🐎💈🔥

They’re all part of @los_cut_it’s wild ride in this week’s episode of Your Day Off Podcast — a Hairdustry x @beautylaunchpad collab that’s all about celebrating the stylist 🖤

And listen — if you’ve ever felt stuck behind the chair or wondered if your art really matters, this one's your sign.

Los breaks down how he turned a childhood frustration into a global platform, why barbering isn’t just about fades, and what it really takes to stay creative when the industry moves fast.

And yeah, he cut a horse. Not a metaphor. 😳A $100K show horse, btw.

But here’s the kicker — he’s not flexing, he’s teaching.

And Co-Host @gabbymarieedits (Assoc. Managing Editor @beautylaunchpad) helps unpack it all with curiosity and heart.

So if you're tired of gatekeeping, ready to level up your vibe, and want the real talk on artistry and community…

🎧 Listen to Season 8, Ep 21 now – @spotify @spotifypodcasts and all podcast apps.

Why this stylist’s story is the hustle blueprint you didn’t know you needed

What if your childhood obsession could turn into a six-figure business? 💇‍♀️💵
And what if it also helped other women feel beautiful again?

This is the Hairdustry x Beauty Launchpad pod collab you didn’t know you needed.
We’re celebrating stylists who break the mold—starting with @jennifer_johnson_janisch 🙌

And, this isn’t your average hair chat.
But, a deep dive into how early grit + game-changing mindset created a curly hair extension empire.
Therefore, if you’ve ever doubted your lane in the beauty world—this one’s your sign.

From French braids at age 4 ➡️ to salon ownership + sourcing ethical Indian hair ➡️ to making hand-tied extensions truly inclusive…
This episode is proof that “just a hairdresser” can mean boss, mentor, and innovator.

Co-Host: Gabby Bach @gabbymarieedits
Associate Managing Editor @beautylaunchpad
🎧 Complete podcast video in your @spotify app @spotifypodcasts
🎙️ Your Day Off Podcast | Season 8 Ep 20

✂️ Why hand-tied extensions are changing lives
🏆 How hustle + heart = real career growth
🧠 What every stylist should know about hair ethics

👇 Tag a stylist who needs to hear this.

#Hairdustry #BeautyLaunchpad #YourDayOffPodcast #HairExtensions #CurlyHairMagic #StylistLife #SalonOwner #WomenInBusiness #HandTiedExtensions #HairGoals #BehindTheChair #BeautyBusiness #EthicalHair #HairTalk #HustleAndHeart #PodcastClip #BeautyPodcast #HairInspo #ChicagoStylist #HairdustryPodcast #BLPCollab

Why “letting go” is the answer you’ve been missing?

Ever felt like your thoughts are too loud to meditate? 🧠
Like you're failing because you can’t sit still or “clear your mind”?
Yeah… same.

But what if meditation wasn’t about doing it “right”—but just doing it in a way that feels good?

@lightwatkins breaks down the real reason you’re struggling with being present—and how to actually start feeling better, more grounded, and less reactive.

🎙️ This convo (co-hosted by @ninatulio of Make That Money Podcast) is all about:
• doing less and getting more out of it
• stopping the pressure to "fix" your mind
• finding peace in tiny habits
• why starting with 1 minute a day is enough
• AND the travel mindset that changes everything 🧳

💡 Light says you’re always on 2 trips:
— the one you plan
— and the one life actually gives you
The moment your plans shift? That’s when the real journey begins.
Presence is your ticket to handling the detours.

💬 You’ll walk away feeling lighter.

🎧 Season 8 Ep 19 — Light Watkins
A collaboration between @hairdustry and @ninatulio
Your Day Off Podcast x Make That Money Podcast

#meditationpractice #innerpeace #entrepreneurwisdom #mindfulnessmatters #lightwatkins #mentalclarity #spiritualgrowth #ninatulio #yourdayoffpodcast #makethatmoneypodcast #hairdustry #presenceoverperfection #trusttheprocess #startsmallfeelbig #emotionalfitness #travelwisdom #letgoandgrow

🎙️ Why this “hair show” is actually a transformation?

What if the most powerful thing about a hair event... had nothing to do with hair?

And everything to do with you.

Presley Poe & Friends isn’t just a show.
It’s a whole frequency shift 🔥
A space where stylists stop surviving and start belonging.

You’ll feel seen.
You’ll laugh till you cry.
And you’ll leave better—for real.

Presley and co-host Katie May (@ktmayhair) talk real talk about how this show became a movement.
We’re talking BBQ, breakdowns, breakthroughs—and why authenticity is the highest frequency in the room.

✨ If you’ve ever wanted more from the industry—more connection, more meaning, more money—this is where it starts.

🎟️ Tickets are almost gone. If you're ready to invest in yourself—not just your skills—Presley Poe & Friends is waiting for you.

🎧 Full episode now on @spotify @spotifypodcasts
Your Day Off Podcast – Season 8, Ep 19

@presleypoe
@presleypoeandfriends
@hairdustryhost
Presleypoeandfriends.com

#PresleyPoe #HairEducator #SalonOwner #HairCommunity #BeautyPro #HairShow #HairStylistEducation #PresleyPoeAndFriends #AuthenticityOverEverything #HairLove #BehindTheChair #StylistSupport #StylistLife #HairIndustry #HairEvent #BeautyBusiness

Why going green in beauty is easier (and cheaper) than you thinkCan your salon actually help save the planet? 💇‍♀️🌍You might be surprised how easy — and affordable — it really is.This episode of Your Day Off is a special Hairdustry x Beauty Launchpad collab 🎉We’re here to celebrate stylists who are doing things differently — and making the industry better.Co-hosted by Gabby Bach @gabbymarieedits, Associate Managing Editor @beautylaunchpad,we sit down with @greenbeautycommunityfoundation Hannah Craik, who went from stylist to sustainability leader.And, her story? It’s inspiring — but also super actionable.You’ll learn: ✨ What everyday salon waste can actually be recycled💡 How going green can save you money (yup, LED lights + eco heads = wins)🤯 Why maintenance = less waste and fewer tool replacements🙌 Small changes that build a conscious culture in your space🌿 How to join the movement with free tools, guides, and webinarsHannah keeps it real — no fluff, no preachiness. Just smart ideas for stylists who care.Whether you're salon suite solo or running a 25-person team, you’ll find something that clicks.So if you've ever asked yourself, "Can I do more without doing too much?" — this one’s for you.Spoiler: You totally can.🎧 Complete Podcast Video on @spotify App @spotifypodcasts🎙️ Season 8 Episode 17: Hannah Craik – Green Beauty Community#Hairdustry #GreenBeauty #SustainableSalon #SalonLife #EcoFriendlyBeauty #SalonTips #BeautyLaunchpad #BehindTheChair #SalonOwner #SustainableLiving #HairdresserLife #ConsciousBeauty #HairstylistSupport #BeautyIndustry #HairEducation #BLPCollab #GreenCommunity 💚

Why building beauty businesses starts with purpose?

What if your next big move wasn’t behind the chair, but beyond it? 💭
You’re creative—what if that could be your business model too?

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This is the Hairdustry x Beauty Launchpad collab 🎙
We celebrate stylists who create more than hair.
This week: a deep convo with @msdana4hair, founder of Pin Me Up Chicago + serial beauty entrepreneur.
Co-Host: Gabby Bach @gabbymarieedits Associate Managing Editor @beautylaunchpad

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She’s built 7 salons, launched a bridal agency, opened a venue, AND dropped a business workbook 📓
But Dana’s real flex?
Making space for freelancers to thrive without losing their art
She talks money, mindset + managing chaos—without fluff

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👀 You’ll hear:
• How to scale a bridal biz without burnout
• What freelancers really need to feel safe and seen
• Why beauty pros must think beyond the gram
• The $ game no one teaches stylists
• When to pivot + when to hold the vision

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🎧 Complete episode on your @spotify App @spotifypodcasts
Season 8 episode 16 – Your Day Off Podcast

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If you’ve ever felt stuck between passion + profit,
this one gives you permission to do it different.

#YourDayOffPodcast #BeautyLaunchpad #Hairdustry #DanaFountain #HairBusiness #BridalStylist #FreelancerLife #BeautyBoss #HairEntrepreneur #SalonOwner #CreativeBusiness #BeautyPreneur #BehindTheChair #BeautyEducator #MindsetForStylists #HairIndustryTips #BeautyBlueprint #PinMeUpChicago #WomenInBusiness #BLP #ChicagoHair #HairPodcast #StylistLife 💇‍♀️💡💬