Hairchair Boss: Recent Episodes
Angelina Campos
Angelina Campos, creator of Hairchair Boss, spent 25+ years as a booth renter hairstylist and now shares her strategies, tips and insights with other hairstylists so they can create a successful and thriving business and an extraordinary life. Discover how to live a life of happiness and abundance doing what you love and have the time, freedom and income to do what your heart desires. Those 25+ years she’d been behind the chair as a stylist, color educator and make-up artist and she knows how to create a long-term career as a hairstylist. Being able to travel the world, own a home, spend lots of a quality time with friends and family and making a positive difference is her definition of success and she strives to help hairstylists live theirs. A Hairchair Boss wants a great life and is ready to make it happen. You’ll learn about marketing, networking, communication and relationship building strategies that will help you attract new clients, retain the great ones and get consistent referrals. You’ll learn to create happiness and abundance from the inside out and how to BE the smart, confident, creative, successful entrepreneur you know is waiting to emerge. Angelina will host a mix of interviews, QA and solo shows that you’ll want to be a part of. Hit subscribe and get ready to transform your life.
🎧 Welcome back to the HairChair Boss Podcast
Have you ever looked at your schedule and felt overwhelmed, rushed, or completely out of alignment and wondered why it feels so hard to get ahead?
In this eye-opening episode, Angelina reveals the truth most hairstylists never hear:
✨ Your schedule isn’t a time problem… it’s an identity problem.
Your calendar reflects your confidence, your boundaries, your habits, your energy, and the version of YOU showing up behind the chair. And if your weeks feel chaotic, inconsistent, or draining, your schedule is trying to tell you something loudly.
In this powerful conversation, you’ll learn how to “read” the messages hidden in your booking patterns so you can shift from overwhelmed stylist to grounded, intentional HairChair Boss.
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
• The 5 hidden messages your schedule is sending you
• Why overworking is often a sign of over-giving, not lack of time
• What an empty schedule really reveals about visibility and confidence
• Why being fully booked can still feel exhausting and how to fix it
• How misalignment in your services, clients, or routines drains your creativity
• Why feeling “stuck” is a sign you’re meant for more, not that you’re failing
• The identity shifts needed to create a schedule that supports your best work
💡 Key Takeaway:
You don’t have a scheduling problem.
You have a listening opportunity.
When you shift who you’re being behind the chair, your schedule your energy, your income, your entire business shifts with you.
🎓 Ready to reclaim your schedule and rebuild your business from the inside out?
Join Angelina’s free HairChair Boss Masterclass and learn the mindset + strategy you’ve been missing to create a profitable, joy-filled business without burnout:
👉 https://www.hairchairboss.com
Follow @hairchairboss for more mindset shifts, confidence coaching, and business strategies for independent stylists.
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🎧 Welcome back to the HairChair Boss Podcast
Have you ever hesitated to call yourself a specialist, expert, or master stylist — afraid it might sound arrogant or that someone might judge you for it?
In this empowering episode, Angelina dives into the real talk behind professional titles in the beauty industry — why claiming your expertise isn’t arrogance, it’s earned confidence.
You’ll discover how to back up your title with integrity, how to market your mastery with authenticity, and how to stop apologizing for being great at what you do.
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why owning your specialty builds client trust and sets you apart
The difference between misrepresenting and identifying your expertise
How to claim your confidence without apology or arrogance
Why judgment keeps you stuck — and curiosity moves you forward
The mindset shift that helps you attract clients who truly value your work
💡 Key Takeaway:
Confidence isn’t arrogance — it’s clarity. When you back your skills with mastery, not apology, you step fully into your power behind the chair.
🎓 Ready to own your expertise and elevate your business?
Join Angelina’s free HairChair Boss Masterclass and learn how to build a confident, profitable, and purpose-driven business:
👉 https://www.hairchairboss.com/masterclass
Follow @hairchairboss for more mindset shifts, business strategies, and real talk about life behind the chair.
HairChairBoss #HairstylistMindset #IndependentStylist #BehindTheChair #BeautyBoss #SalonSuccess #ConfidenceNotArrogance #StylistBusinessTips #HairBusinessGrowth
🎧 Welcome back to the HairChair Boss Podcast
Are you working hard behind the chair, posting on social media, trying everything to grow but still not seeing the money, consistency, or peace of mind you expected?
In this powerful anchor episode, Angelina shares her proven 7 Step Formula for building a profitable, joy filled business as an independent stylist. It’s the same framework she teaches inside the HairChair Boss Masterclass — and it’s the roadmap that helped her go from struggling to stay booked to running a thriving six figure business with freedom and loyal clients she loves.
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The 7 steps to building a consistent, profitable chair rental business
- How to get noticed for what makes you unique (and stop being the best kept secret)
- The power of creating raving fan clients who keep your chair full
- Why networking like a CEO expands your reach and referrals
- How systems and mindset shifts create freedom, not burnout
- The importance of diversifying your income beyond the chair
- How to build financial clarity and confidence as a true business owner
💡 Key Takeaway:
Your business grows at the speed of your mindset, and freedom comes when you run your business like a boss, not just a stylist.
🎓 Want to learn how to apply these 7 steps to your own business?
Join Angelina’s free HairChair Boss Masterclass and start building a business that gives you peace, profit, and purpose:
👉 https://www.hairchairboss.com/masterclass
Follow @hairchairboss for more mindset shifts, business strategies, and real talk about life behind the chair.
HairChairBoss #HairstylistMindset #BehindTheChair #IndependentStylist #SalonSuccess #MoneyMindset #BeautyBoss #StylistBusinessTips #HairBusinessGrowth
🎧 Welcome back to the HairChair Boss Podcast
Today’s episode is a deeply personal one, and one that every hairstylist will face at some point in their career.
When a client passes away, it’s more than losing an appointment on your calendar. It’s losing someone who’s become part of your life, someone who’s laughed, cried, and shared milestones in your chair.
In this heartfelt episode, Angelina opens up about processing grief, honoring clients who’ve passed, and finding gratitude in the beautiful connections we build behind the chair.
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
How to navigate the emotions that come with losing a client
Meaningful ways to honor their memory
Why the relationships you build as a stylist are sacred and lasting
How to take care of your heart while continuing to care for others
💡 Key Takeaway:
Your clients may no longer sit in your chair, but they’ll always have a seat in your heart.
💬 Listen now to feel seen, supported, and reminded of the powerful role you play in your clients’ lives, both in business and beyond.
🎓 Ready to build a business that feels meaningful inside and out?
Join my free masterclass and learn how to grow your confidence and your business from within:
👉 https://hairchairboss.com/masterclass
Follow @hairchairboss for more inspiration and real conversations about life and business behind the chair.
HairChairBoss #HairstylistMindset #SalonLife #BehindTheChair #StylistSupport #GriefAndHealing #HairstylistCommunity #MindsetForStylists #GrowYourSalonBusiness
🎧 Welcome back to the Hair Chair Boss Podcast!
Have you ever been told, “You’ve trained your clients well” and it didn’t feel like a compliment?
In this episode, Angelina shares how that one comment changed the way she viewed client relationships and what it really means to build loyalty and respect behind the chair.
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
The difference between training and teaching your clients
How your self respect sets the tone for how clients treat you
Why consistency, kindness, and integrity create lasting loyalty
The one powerful mindset shift that transforms your client experience
💡 Key Takeaway:
You don’t train clients, you teach them by example. The way you treat yourself is the standard you set for how others treat you.
💬 Listen now to discover how to:
✔ Build genuine, respectful client relationships
✔ Attract clients who value your time and talent
✔ Protect your peace and energy while growing your business
🎓 Ready to elevate your mindset and your chair side leadership?
Join my free masterclass and learn how to confidently grow your business from the inside out:
👉 https://www.hairchairboss.com
Follow @hairchairboss on Instagram and Facebook for more business and mindset tips for hairstylists.
HairChairBoss #StylistMindset #HairstylistSuccess #SalonBusiness #BehindTheChair #ClientRelationships #MindsetForStylists #GrowYourSalonBusiness
Welcome back to the Hair Chair Boss Podcast!
Have you ever looked back and thought, “If only I had done that thing when I first thought about it, my business would be so much further along by now”?
You’re not alone, and in this episode, Angelina gets real about three powerful ideas she didn’t take action on during her years behind the chair… and how doing them could have brought her more clients, income, and freedom faster.
✨ In this episode, Angelina shares:
The 3 strategies she wishes she had implemented sooner
How each one can help you grow your clientele, credibility, and income
Simple, practical ways to take action now without overwhelm
Why it’s your mindset (not time or money) that’s really holding you back
💡 Key Takeaway:
Your great ideas aren’t just ideas, they’re opportunities. The longer you wait, the more time and growth you lose. Start small, take one step, and watch your business momentum build.
🎧 Listen now to discover:
How a simple monthly newsletter can boost loyalty and rebooking
Why your own website is essential for building your brand
How workshops can increase visibility, income, and client trust
The mindset shift that will get you out of your own way
🎓 Want more strategies to grow your business like the boss you are?
Join my free masterclass and learn how to take confident, profitable action behind the chair:
👉 https://www.hairchairboss.com
Follow Angelina on Instagram @hairchairboss and Facebook @hairchairboss for more mindset and business tips for hairstylists.
HairChairBoss #StylistMindset #HairstylistSuccess #BehindTheChair #SalonBusiness #MindsetForStylists #GrowYourSalonBusiness
Welcome back to the HairChairBoss Podcast!
Have you ever dealt with a client meltdown, a bridezilla moment, or someone shocked by your pricing? Believe it or not—I’ve never experienced any of that in 32 years behind the chair. And it’s not because I got lucky. It’s because I mastered one simple but powerful step most hairstylists rush through (or skip altogether): the initial client consultation.
This first conversation with a client sets the tone for your entire relationship. Done right, it builds trust, prevents misunderstandings, and keeps you from taking home stress at the end of your day.
✨ In this episode, Angelina breaks down:
Why consultations are the key to avoiding drama and misunderstandings
How to confidently set pricing expectations (without feeling awkward)
The policies every stylist should communicate upfront
What questions to ask so you know if a client is the right fit for you
How consultations build stronger, long-term client relationships
💡 Key Takeaway:
Your consultation isn’t just about hair—it’s about trust, communication, and professionalism. When you set expectations from day one, you’ll create drama-free client relationships, protect your business, and feel more confident behind the chair.
🎧 Listen now to discover:
The exact steps I used to avoid bridezillas and client meltdowns for over three decades
How to talk about pricing and policies with ease
Why clear communication is your best business strategy
🎓 Want more support in building your business like the boss you are? Join my free masterclass where I’ll share how to set boundaries, create clear communication, and run your chair like a true entrepreneur:
👉 https://www.hairchairboss.com/
Follow Angelina on Instagram @hairchairboss and Facebook @hairchairboss for more mindset and business strategies.
HairChairBoss #StylistMindset #HairstylistSuccess #ClientConsultation #BehindTheChair
Welcome back to the HairChairBoss Podcast!
If you’ve ever felt stressed, overwhelmed, or like you’re just going through the motions behind the chair, this episode is for you. Angelina opens up about her own 30+ years in the salon and shares the simple yet powerful practice that transformed her business, her mindset, and even her daily life: gratitude.
Far from being just a “feel-good” trend, gratitude has the power to rewire your brain, reduce stress, strengthen client connections, and help you show up as the stylist and business owner you want to be.
✨ In this episode, Angelina breaks down:
How gratitude literally changes your brain chemistry and shifts your mood
Why it’s a natural stress reliever (hello, better sleep + less anxiety!)
The surprising way it strengthens client relationships and builds loyalty
How gratitude boosts resilience so you can bounce back from tough days
Why practicing it daily can make your business stronger and more profitable
💡 Key Takeaway:
Gratitude isn’t just about feeling good — it’s a business strategy, a mindset shift, and a tool that helps you create the aligned, joy-filled life you truly want.
🎧 Listen now to discover:
A simple practice you can start today to boost your energy and mindset
How gratitude can turn around even the hardest salon days
The ripple effect it creates in your business, your relationships, and your life
🎓 Want more clarity on where you are in your hairstylist journey? Take the free HairChairBoss Quiz and find out what phase you’re in — plus the exact steps to grow your business with confidence:
👉 hairchairboss.com/quiz
Follow Angelina on Instagram @hairchairboss and Facebook @hairchairboss for more mindset and business strategies.
HairChairBoss #StylistMindset #HairstylistSuccess #GratitudePractice #BehindTheChair
Welcome back to the HairChairBoss Podcast!
In this episode, Angelina dives into the truth every self-employed hairstylist needs to hear: doing great hair isn’t enough to fill your book — visibility is.
You can be the most talented stylist in your salon, but if not enough people know you exist, your schedule will always have gaps. Angelina shares why visibility is just as important as technical skill, the mindset blocks that keep stylists hidden, and the simple shifts that will help you confidently put yourself out there.
✨ Angelina reveals why being “the best” won’t automatically make you booked, the top 3 mindset obstacles around visibility, and how to reframe them so you can grow with courage and consistency.
💡 Key Takeaway:
Your skills are valuable, but they don’t guarantee a full book. Visibility is service — it’s how your dream clients find you.
🎧 Listen now to:
Bust through the myth that “great hair” alone brings clients
Learn why social media isn’t enough (and what works better)
Recognize 3 mindset blocks keeping you invisible: fear of judgment, imposter syndrome, and comfort zone thinking
Discover practical strategies to get visible in your community and build a loyal clientele faster
🎓 Want to know exactly what stage you’re in as a self-employed hairstylist? Take the free quiz and get clear next steps to grow your business with confidence: https://www.hairchairboss.com/quiz
👉 Connect with Angelina on Instagram @hairchairboss and Facebook @hairchairboss
HairChairBoss #StylistSuccess #HairBusinessGrowth #VisibilityForStylists
Welcome back to the HairChairBoss Podcast!
In this episode, Angelina breaks down the four natural phases every self-employed hairstylist goes through — and why knowing which phase you’re in is the key to moving forward with clarity and confidence.
When Angelina first started as a chair renter, she didn’t even see herself as a business owner. That mindset held her back until she realized that being behind the chair isn’t just about doing hair — it’s about running a real business. Over her 30+ years of experience, she’s identified the exact patterns stylists move through and the challenges that come with each stage.
✨ Angelina reveals the 4 phases of growth, how to spot which one you’re in, and the specific next steps that will move your business forward without burnout or second-guessing.
💡 Key Takeaway:
You don’t have to do all the things at once. When you know what phase you’re in, you’ll know what to focus on — and what to stop worrying about.
🎧 Listen now to:
Discover the 4 phases of the hairstylist journey
Recognize the signs of overwhelm, burnout, or golden handcuffs
Learn 3 simple action items that can shift your business today
Stop comparing yourself to others and start focusing on your own path
🎓 Ready to find out where you are in your business? Take the free 2-minute quiz to discover your phase and get 3 clear action steps to grow with confidence. https://www.hairchairboss.com/quiz
👉 Connect with Angelina on Instagram @hairchairboss and Facebook @hairchairboss
HairChairBoss #StylistSuccess #HairstylistJourney #HairBusinessGrowth
Welcome back to the HairChairBoss Podcast!
In this episode, Angelina dives into one of the hardest lessons she learned the hard way: caring for clients without setting boundaries.
When she first started, Angelina thought saying “yes” to every request — early mornings, late nights, days off — would make her more accommodating and attract more clients. But over time, this flexibility turned into mismanaging her schedule, costing her time, money, and energy.
✨ Angelina shares her personal story, the real cost of over-accommodating, and her proven strategies for creating boundaries that support both your clients and your well-being.
💡 Key Takeaway:
Caring without boundaries isn’t sustainable. Setting clear limits isn’t selfish — it’s essential for protecting your business, your time, and your sanity.
🎧 Listen now to discover how to balance genuine client care with boundaries that help you build a thriving, sustainable business behind the chair.
🎓 Want in on the next HairChair Boss Masterclass? Join the waitlist now at www.hairchairboss.com/waitlist
💇♀️ Ready to level up your business as a chair renter hairstylist? Take the free 2-minute quiz to find out what stage you’re at and get specific action steps you can take to level up.
👉 Connect with me on Instagram @hairchairboss and Facebook @hairchairboss
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Welcome back to the HairChairBoss Podcast!
In Episode 49, Angelina dives into a decision that so many hairstylists wrestle with: should you move from booth rental to a salon suite?
If you’ve been stuck in “Should I stay or should I go?” mode, this episode will help you uncover the real reasons you might be hesitating — and they probably have less to do with logistics and more to do with what’s happening in your mindset.
✨ Angelina shares her life coach perspective, proven strategies, and personal insights to help you get out of overthinking mode and into decisive action — so you can create a career and work environment that truly fits you.
💡 Key Takeaway:
Big decisions don’t have to feel overwhelming. When you quiet the noise, trust yourself, and take one intentional step at a time, the path forward becomes clearer — and easier.
🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward building a more confident, empowered, and joy-filled business behind the chair.
🎓 Want in on the next Hairchair Boss Masterclass? Join the waitlist now.
💇♀️ Ready to level up your business as a chair renter hairstylist? Take the free 2-minute quiz to find out what stage you’re at and get specific action steps you can take to level up.
👉 Connect with me on Instagram @hairchairboss and Facebook @hairchairboss
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It’s amazing how a shift in perspective can give you the clarity and courage you’ve been waiting for. A lot of independent hairstylists stay stuck in salon environments that drain them — mentally, emotionally, and even financially — because of fear, guilt, or comfort zone traps.
When you're not thriving in your salon space, it’s often a sign that something is out of alignment — and staying stuck only delays your growth.
When you listen to the Hairchair Boss Episode 48, you'll learn the clear signs it’s time to move on — and how to do it with confidence, purpose, and power. Don’t miss this one!
🎓 Want in on the next Hairchair Boss Masterclass? Join the waitlist now
💇♀️ Ready to level up your business as a chair renter hairstylist? Take the free 2-minute quiz to find out what stage you’re at and specific action steps you can take to level up.
👉 Connect with me on Instagram @hairchairboss and Facebook @hairchairboss
Welcome back to the Hairchair Boss Podcast!
In Episode 47, Angelina tackles one of the most talked-about topics in the salon world: double booking — is it a smart way to boost profits or a fast track to burnout?
If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I start double booking?” or “Am I doing it right?” — this episode is packed with real talk and practical advice to help you make the best choice for your business and your sanity.
💬 In this episode, we cover:
The biggest myth about double booking (and why it might be holding you back)
How to know if it’s a good fit for you and your clients
Tips to double book without feeling scattered or stressed
Why client experience is EVERYTHING (and how to protect it)
The secret to setting up your space, schedule, and mindset for success
How to communicate expectations without awkward convos
The role of boundaries and your late policy in making double booking work
✨ Angelina shares her personal experience (the good and the messy!), lessons from other stylists, and actionable tips to help you decide if double booking can help you reach your income goals without sacrificing client care.
💡 Key Takeaway:
Double booking can be profitable and peaceful — if you do it right. It’s not for everyone, but if you’re ready to work smarter, not harder, this episode will show you how.
🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward building a more profitable, efficient, and joyful business behind the chair.
More info at www.hairchairboss.com
Welcome back to the Hairchair Boss Podcast!
In Episode 46, Angelina dives into one of the biggest challenges solo hairstylists face: how to stop winging it and finally step into your power as the CEO of your chair.
If you’ve ever looked at your schedule or bank account and thought, “Why am I working so hard, but not seeing the results?” — this episode is your wake-up call.
💬 In this episode, we cover:
Why “winging it” is not a business plan (and what to do instead)
5 key ways to step into your HairChair Boss mindset
The difference between working in your business vs. on your business
How structure can give you more freedom, not less
Why knowing your numbers builds confidence — not confusion
How to create a simple “money date” to track income and grow profit
Tips to overcome disorganization and finally feel in control
✨ Angelina shares real talk, personal stories, and bite-size steps that will help you go from overwhelmed and underpaid to confident, organized, and profitable — without losing your creativity.
💡 Key Takeaway:
Structure = freedom. You don’t have to do it all at once, but you do need to stop winging it. Step into your power as the CEO of your business — one small shift at a time.
Welcome back to the Hairchair Boss Podcast! In this powerful follow-up to Episode 44, Angelina dives deeper into the hidden and physical symptoms of burnout that so many hairstylists overlook — until it's too late.
If you've been feeling off, unusually tired, or constantly running on fumes, this episode is for you.
💬 In this episode, we cover:
- Why burnout isn’t just being tired
- 5 physical burnout indicators hairstylists commonly ignore
- The emotional and physical toll of being a behind-the-chair boss
- How lack of boundaries and skipping lunch can be serious red flags
- Real talk about sleep, digestion, tech neck, and more
- Simple adjustments you can start making right now
- How to check in with yourself (and actually listen)
- Why it’s not selfish to put yourself first — it's survival
✨ Angelina shares personal experiences, relatable stories, and simple but powerful strategies to help you protect your well-being — and your business — from the sneaky spiral of burnout.
💡 Key Takeaway:
Burnout isn't failure — it's feedback. Learn how to recognize the signs, replenish your energy, and reclaim your health, happiness, and hustle behind the chair.
Welcome back to the Hairchair Boss Podcast!
In this deeply personal and powerful episode, I open up about something many stylists silently struggle with: burnout.
I didn’t know I was burned out when I was in it. All I knew was that I wasn’t happy anymore—not in the salon, not at home, not even with myself. Sound familiar?
If you’ve ever found yourself:
Exhausted and unmotivated to go to the salon
Snapping at clients or feeling drained just thinking about your next appointment
Dreaming constantly of a new career
Wondering if you're just “done” with the industry…
...you may not need a new path—you might just need a new perspective.
🎧 In this episode, I share:
The 5 key burnout indicators every hairstylist should know
Why burnout can feel like you’ve “lost your mojo”
How it silently affects your confidence, creativity, and client relationships
Three practical, life-changing tips to recover from burnout and protect your passion
The mindset shift that helped me rediscover my joy and stay in this industry for another 15+ years
✨ Whether you're feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or simply questioning your next step, this episode is here to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered.
👉 If you’re ready to build a career behind the chair from the inside out, check out the Hair Chair Boss programs linked below!
Are you a commission-based stylist thinking about going rental? 💭 Wondering if it’s the right move for you?
In this episode, Angelina Campos—life and business coach and former stylist—shares the five most important questions to ask yourself before transitioning from employee to self-employed boss behind the chair.
💡 You'll learn:
- If being self-employed fits your personality and lifestyle
- What it really means to run your own business
- Why mindset and letting go of control are non-negotiables
- The key to sustainable growth (and less burnout!)
- Real talk about what it takes to thrive as your own boss
Whether you’re dreaming of freedom, more income, or creating a business that works for you, this episode will help you get clarity and confidence to take the next step.
🔥 Plus, Angelina shares insights from her own journey—and how you can get the support you need through the Hairchair Boss Masterclass.
👉 Ready to become your own boss?
Listen now and start stepping into your power behind the chair.
🎧 Tune in + Tag a stylist friend who needs this!
✨ Learn more about the Hairchair Boss Masterclass
Hairstylists tend to be on the giving end, not on the receiving side. If you’re in the service industry, giving so much of your time, creativity and energy to make your client feel good and look good, you are the “giving” type of person.
Knowing how to receive takes practice. In this episode, I give you tools on how you can be more on the receiving end so that you are open to receiving great clients and open to receiving great money, without feeling guilt or whatever else may pop up in your mind. In reality, that just the act of receiving and being comfortable with receiving is going to help you get out of your own way. More at www.Hairchairboss.com
It’s amazing how an “aha” moment of relevation can be a life changer. A lot of hairstylists who are independent chair and booth renters struggle with pricing, which underneath is often an issue of self-worth and confidence.
When you are not being a confident hair stylist from the inside out, you start to doubt your value and your worth, this shows up in your pricing.
When you listen to the Hairchair Boss episode 41, you will soon discover the difference between being fair, being confident and being a stylist who had an amazing self worth. Stay tuned!
More info at www.hairchairboss.com
This topic comes from a question I received in the Hairchair Boss Facebook group. This stylist’s challenge and question is wanting to know how to protect their energy against downer clients, catty stylists and micro-managing salon owners.
I like this question because it’s something that a lot of hairstylists face in one way or another. This is a real issue that I know you have either faced or may encounter in the future and I want to be able to give you some tools that will help you navigate any of these situations.
And as a business and life coach to booth renter hairstylists, I hear about these challenges from my students and as a long time booth renter myself, I totally understand these situations because I’ve been in your shoes and I’ve had to deal with every single one these challenges myself.
Being that Hairchair Boss is all about the inside out approach, I’ll be sharing some insights that you probably haven't thought about before. These insights are going to help transform the way you approach your business, your clients, your co-renters, salon owners and life overall.
Because when you’re faced with downer clients, catty stylists and micro-managing salon owners, all of these skills are going to come in quite handy and make your life and business a lot easier and far more enjoyable. And you’ll feel empowered as a result!
More on the episode at www.Hairchairboss.com/podcast
Sometimes we just need proof and evidence that we are stronger and more powerful than we think we are.
If you're like me and so many hair stylists around the world, you have found yourself in an uncomfortable situation, whether it's a haircut that isn't quite coming out the way you or the client would like, or a color job that is taking an unexpected turn in a direction you don't want to go! Or maybe you’re engaging in a new client consultation and in the midst of it you realize that you and the client is just not a good fit and you don't know how to get out of the situation. These are all situations that could start a downward spiral if we let it.
It not only happens in the salon, it happens in other situations because life happens all around us. A phrase that has stuck with me for years is, the way you do one thing is the way you do everything. And this holds true for the positive things you do and the negative things you do.
Disempowering thoughts and words you often say or think to yourself and they will get in the way of you being the kick-butt problem solving, resourceful, capable and confident person you truly are. That's why it's so important to catch yourself as soon as possible.
One way to do that is to remind yourself daily. A great practice and habit to create is every morning you look in the mirror and declare all the wonderful characteristics about yourself. But here’s the catch, just saying it is not enough. You must imagine yourself BEING that person and DOING the action and HAVING the outcome you desire.
The more you step into being the person you need to be, you will spend far less time and energy in that disempowering place and you'll soon be able to respond with positive self-talk and inner guidance that will catapult you to the outcome you desire! I’m glad you’re here and I hope information from the episode helps you in a future stressful situation. Stay tuned!
More at www.hairchairboss.com/podcast
Attention hairstylists! Know the pros of salon booth rental and how to succeed renting your chair.
You are in charge of EVERYTHING.
Being in charge of everything means that only you can be held accountable and responsible for the outcome of your business. That being said, freedom in just about every area of your chair renter business is the golden ticket for so many hairstylists and it’s the #1 reason hair stylists, make-up artists, barbers and estheticians choose the independent route.
- You have total freedom and flexibility as a booth renter hairstylist.
- You have the freedom to set your prices and keep more of what you earn.
- You choose client attraction marketing strategies that actually get clients in your chair.
- You choose the clients you want to keep in your chair and how you serve them.
- When you move salons, your clients move with you.
- You have total freedom over the kind of business you want to create that will support the kind of life you want to live.
Is salon booth rental right for you?
As you can see, salon booth rental allows you to have tremendous freedom and flexibility in your business and in your life. And that’s the bottom line to remember, it’s a business. As is with any business that desires to be successful and profitable, it will require you to be a lot more than your craft and it’s not enough to just be a hairstylist behind the chair. If putting on your entrepreneur hat sounds exciting to you and you are more motivated than ever to make it happen, you’re definitely going to want to take a peek at Hairchair Boss Bootcamp so that you have the opportunity to get the guidance you need to set yourself up for booth rental success.
There are a number of reasons a hairstylist might consider going from being a commission-based salon employee to becoming an independent hair stylist or barber and choosing to booth rent, also known as renting a salon chair.
The vision you may have of total freedom is intriguing and it’s most likely the number one reason for wanting to be a booth renter in the hair industry. But that freedom does come with a price. And before you venture out on your own with a business as an independent stylist, there’s a lot of intention, commitment and dedication that you’ll want to be stepping into before you take the exciting leap.
If you are currently booth renting or aspiring to and you don’t become the kind of entrepreneur you need to be in order to build your salon clientele plus know how to sustain it for the life of your business, your vision will remain a distant fantasy.
And there’s nothing good or bad, right or wrong in terms of your decision to booth rent or not, it’s a matter of being confident with your decision, whatever it is. As with any career move you make, determining whether or not the new direction is a good fit for you, and vice versa, is one of the most important factors to consider.
As is with everything in life, there are pros and cons on both sides. Even for salon owners and managers, there are pros and cons to owning or managing a booth rental salon. This post is written for you as the current booth renter hairstylist or the aspiring one.
I share my personal experience with being a commission hairstylist, admittedly for a relatively short time, and my decision to take the salon booth/chair rental route that lasted nearly 30 years. I hope you find value in this episode. Stay tuned!
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So many chair, booth and suite renter hairstylists are constantly facing the dilemma of what to charge for their services. I read a post in one of the hairstylists forums and it really got me thinking about this topic and the challenge of setting prices.
There’s pros and cons to being independent and ultimately, it’s up to you to be responsible for the income you want to be making and this is why knowing how to price your services is extremely important! Your take home pay and what you want your income to provide for you and your family is dependent on you and the business you create and maintain.
In this episode, you’re going to discover what self-worth means to you and how to use this knowledge and insight to catapult you to creating prices that you are confident in and attracting clients who are willing, and happy, to pay you what you're worth. Listen in!
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For this special edition, in honor of Earth Month, pick a nice spot under your favorite tree... or lay on a plush piece of grass...or take a walk outdoors and listen to this episode.
Mother Earth, Pachamama, or whatever you call this wonderful planet of ours, is counting on us to make a difference. If you’ve been wondering if you’re doing enough to be environmentally responsible then you are going to appreciate the conversation I have with Mark Budihas from Green Circle Salons. Plus, you’re going to feel pretty proud of our industry and how, once again, we are showing up as leaders in the world!
Because, if you’re like me and SO MANY other conscientious hairstylists, you are feeling conflicted and slightly contradictory about what we do in our industry. And you want to feel better about doing what you love without causing harm to others in your community and across the planet.
I don’t have to tell you that the beauty industry has always been a leader in innovation, creativity and fashion. Now we are at the forefront of a movement that is being led by Green Circle Salons and it’s refreshing to see that currently over 4000 salons are on board and making a difference, while thriving and being incredibly profitable at the same time.
In this special edition, we’re unpacking education, business strategies, profit building and solutions to the hundreds of thousands of pounds of plastic and other waste that the beauty industry creates.
I trust that you are going to feel inspired, excited and motivated to be part of this movement just like I am!
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I’ve seen something in our industry that I’ve never seen before and I think it’s a good thing. Many hairstylists have realized that they've been working their tush off way too much, not making enough money, not valuing their time and expertise, putting up with way too much BS from clients, co-workers or salon owners, and are ready to make some significant changes. I’m so glad that you’re realizing that YOU get to make changes.
Some hairstylists are considering getting out of the hair industry altogether. If you find yourself in any of the situations, or having thoughts about making a significant change, you’ll want to hear this episode because I have been in your shoes. Should I raise my prices? Should I move salons? Should I get out of the industry? Should I speak up? I’ve felt your anguish and I’ve survived it all! And you will too!
Stay tuned for some very candid, truthful and vulnerable insights I’ll be sharing with you in the hopes that my worn shoes will help you as you stand at that fork in the road trying to make the best decision you possibly can for YOU.
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Indecision is one of the most frustrating places to be am I right? Sometimes I
would say outloud to myself, “Just make a decision already!”
What I’ve come to realize is that for most people, myself included, is that indecision is not the
inability to say “yes” or “no.” It’s more about wanting to make the “right” decision, one that you
feel confident about. The fear of making the “wrong” decision is what seems to be the biggest
obstacle. This dilemma leads to overthinking, which can cause unnecessary stress and then a
whole can of worms opens up! Not pretty.
But here’s the thing, you can quickly make a decision when you know how to bypass the habit
of overthinking. Overthinking can become a negative habit because it robs you of your courage.
There’s a simple phrase that I ask myself EVERY TIME I find myself at the decision fork in the road and 99.99% of the time my decision takes seconds to make. Plus, I feel complete
confidence because I have total clarity when I make my final decision.
Here’s the simple three word phrase that I use: CHOOSE YOUR REGRETS.
Yep, that’s it. And when you try that out a few times you’re most likely going to feel a sense of
clarity, confidence and freedom to live your life by your own design. That’s what being a
Hairchair Boss is all about
If you find yourself at this indecisive fork in the road, you’re going to find this episode extremely helpful. As you listen to this episode, you’ll feel empowered to choose the experiences you want to be a part of and the memories you want to look back on with a smile on your face and happiness in your heart! I reference a past episode (Episode 31), when talking about not living from circumstance. This is a good episode to reference when feeling like things just aren't going right. Learn more at www.hairchairboss.com/podcast
In my experience, whether it's my own personal experience or as a life and business coach to others, is that too many people, women especially, are afraid of being judged, criticized or talked about negatively. And they don’t want to come across as conceited, arrogant or boastful.
I am going to make a bold statement and say that 99% of you listening are not the conceited arrogant or boastful type or else you wouldn’t be attracted to my messages. Therefore, it's time to clear up some of those limiting beliefs you have about being proud and sharing your accomplishments.
Here’s the reason why: There are so many great benefits to your overall well-being when you acknowledge and celebrate yourself for who you are and what you have accomplished. And no matter what size that accomplishment is, it could be something small and still be very significant and worthy of recognition and celebration.
It’s time that you stop holding back when you want to step forward and shine your light and share that you just did something or achieved something that you’re proud of. Right now, in this moment, you can decide that you are going to be 100% okay with patting yourself on the back with a big ole smile on your face and gratitude in your heart for being the amazing person you are.
If you're like a lot of people, when you strive to create work-life balance, you may go about it trying to spread or share yourself equally between the many responsibilities you have like work, family, pets, social life and exercise.
Then there’s the miscellaneous, yet important and necessary things that need to get done in life.
If you're honest with yourself, exercise and self care don’t usually get into the balancing act at all. Because it's challenging enough trying to balance work and family and tend to the daily grind.
But there are huge negative consequences that you end up with like stress, overwhelm and frustration and it's because you just don't know how to manage it all.
The big downfall is that instead of getting closer to having balance in your life, you end up spreading yourself thinner and thinner, feeling like you have less and less control over your life.
In this episode, I'm going to bust the balance myth and instead, give you some realistic tips that will help you take better care of your business, the important people in your life, your fur babies and most importantly, yourself!
If you are ready to get off of the overwhelmed track of too much to do and not enough time you are going to have a sigh of relief after listening to today’s episode so stay tuned.
Happy Valentines’ Day! Love truly does make the world a better place. If you’re like most people, when you think about love, you think about loving others. Loving others is a good way to spend your energy, but before you have the energy to love others, it’s important to spend that energy on loving yourself!
Self-love is something you get to define for yourself and you get to tailor what it looks, sounds and feels like for you.
Because it’s personal, it’s going to be different for you than it is for me. It’s going to be different for you than it will be for your bestie, or your significant other. This realization could be the game changer when it comes to creating a self-love action plan that feels perfect for YOU!
I know the stresses you are dealing with, stress of the salon, clients, family and life in general, so I knew this topic would be valuable. I share insights that will inspire and motivate you to love yourself like it’s nobody’s business and to keep that loving feeling going strong every single day. You’re going to want to listen to this episode more than once!
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Did you know that something as simple as what you're thinking right now is either going to keep you from making more money in your business, or it's going to help you bring in more money. There is so much power in your thoughts and in the words that you speak out loud.
The solution is quite simple and there's good news and bad news to the way you go about it. There's always two sides to a coin right?
I'll start with the bad news because it can only get better from there. When you think about and talk about things or situations that DON’T serve you, they have a tendency to keep you where you don't want to be. That's where your focus and attention are.
The good news is that when you think about and talk about things or situations that DO serve you, you can be propelled there because you are where your focus and attention is.
In this episode, I talk about the importance of letting go. Every hairdresser that I know did not have a money making 2020.
We can commiserate on how bad of a year it was, but that's not going to serve us at all. When you focus and put your attention on what you can and will DO differently, you will have a fruitful 2021, and you'll be on the positive side of that coin. You’ll want to hear this episode!
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Today’s episode is such a treat because it gives us all an opportunity to be a part of something that will really make a difference, not only in our industry but for the planet.
If you're like me and thousands of beauty professionals you’re feeling torn about making people beautiful, but in that process, making the planet ugly. I often feel frustrated, guilty and sometimes overwhelmed with how much waste and pollution the beauty industry creates, and I’ve felt at a loss on what to do about it.
Then, I met Ben Hudgins of Novak Hair Studios. He has an 80+ chair salon and has figured out how to help his stylists create success for themselves, while making a big difference in the world we live in. His vision is to create an ethical brand and business model that would serve as a foundation for other beauty industry professionals who are committed to saving the earth.
The call that you're going to listen to was just supposed to be a meet and greet and set up for the actual podcast interview, but we instantly hit it off and our conversation was full of passion, excitement, encouragement and tons of tips. In the middle of it, I decided to make it the actual episode!
Ben shares some really great tips and resources on how to be more of a green salon. Even if you’re renting your space, you can make a difference! We also talked a lot about how to create a better chair renter business, so that you are more successful behind the chair and beyond. You’ll learn what it takes to make more money, increase your confidence, keep your sanity and much more!
I’m sure you’re going to enjoy this spontaneous interview, so stay tuned!
Hairchair Boss is all about guiding, mentoring, coaching you on being the boss of your chair, the boss of you, the boss of your business.
What I’ve come to realize (and you have probably realized this too) is that being successful in life is not just about being your own boss. In fact, there’s so much more to consider if you truly want to live your definition of success.
Creating long-lasting sustainable success is going to require you to take a bigger picture look at your life as a whole. It’s putting on your visionary hat and knowing the right steps to take now that will lead you to where you want to be in all areas of your life.
This is what I love to help you with! As you’ve noticed as you listen to my podcast episodes, my topics are not the typical marketing, social media and business building strategies.
I teach those in my courses because they’re essential. However, I’m more interested in first helping you be the kind of person who can look beyond your chair and see the bigger picture of everything you want to have and then step into being the person you need to be so that you get the outcome you desire.
When you know how to be the kind of person who is so much more than just a hairstylist, you’re going to know how to create success in all areas of your life because if you’re like me and hundreds of thousands of happy thriving entrepreneurs, you want success in all areas of your life too right?
In this episode, I’m going to invite you to be a part of an exciting journey where you get to help shape how I can best help you! So please stay tuned.
If you like the episode, I’d appreciate it if you’d leave a 5-star review. It helps me reach more motivated stylists like you! Thanks for listening.
I always felt that my perfectionism was like a badge of honor. That it was a good thing that I would not settle for anything less than my idea of perfection, because why in the heck would I want to do sub-par anything right?
If you’re nodding your head in agreement, I have news for you. Perfectionism doesn’t exist.
In fact, if you’re anything like me, you’ll soon find out that it’s the thing that will get in your way more than anything. There’s something underlying your perfectionism and it might come as a surprise to you as it did me.
Today’s episode is a totally impromptu episode because I was facing that fork in the road about something that I had to either go wit, in its imperfect way, or get stuck.
It inspired me to jump on my cell phone and hit record because I know that this one insight you’re going to hear about is the one thing that could free you from perfectionism and you’ll be ready to toss that badge out the window for good!
If you like the episode, I’d appreciate it if you’d leave a 5-star review. It helps me reach more motivated stylists like you! Thanks for listening.
There’s so much good stuff happening around you all the time.
I know it’s sometimes difficult to see, hear or feel the good things, especially when you have life stuff happening that doesn’t feel good, it doesn’t sound good and it doesn’t look good.
When you’re in a state where you can’t see, hear or feel the good in your life, you can end up in a bad mood or even worse, end up in a downward spiral that is so difficult to get out of.
I know this because I was once someone who would get into that downward spiral and I know how hard it is to stop that downward momentum. Then, I had one of those “aha” moments that shifted my perspective and I haven’t had that kind of downward spiral in years!
You might be wondering how the practice of gratitude will boost your business. When you know how to shift your energy, your focus and attention on what you're grateful for, you’ll feel more positive emotions so you’ll exude them, you’ll be able to deal with the struggles and adversity, and research shows that you’ll be healthier too.
When you’re being a more positive, resourceful and healthier person, you’ll be able to grow your business a lot easier. Plus, you’ll be more attractive to prospective clients because in general, people love to be around positive people.
In this episode, I’ll share two things that I do every single day that have also helped so many others shift from negativity to positivity, even in those moments where it seems nearly impossible to find the silver lining. Right now, in this moment, I’m grateful that you’re here, please stay tuned.
As you read the title of this episode you’re probably saying, “What?! Of course I need social media to get clients!!” I’m not saying don’t do social media. It’s good for some things. In fact, it’s great for a particular marketing strategy. But I’ll get to that in a bit.
However, if you’re like a ton of other hairstylists, you’re posting your tush off and still not getting enough new clients in your chair. I know this because I’ve been told this by way too many hairstylists. There are much better, more effective, efficient and profitable ways to get those great new clients through your salon door and into your chair.
It’s not rocket science, it’s not hard, yet so many stylists are not doing any of it. Which is why you're still struggling to have a full book. So if you’re ready for a breath of fresh air, stay tuned!
It happens to every single hairstylist, whether they admit it or not.
It sure has happened to me, more than once or twice, and given all the conversations I see happening in the different forums you and I belong to, it happens more times than we’d like but it’s inevitable.
What am I talking about? Messing up a clients hair!
Ugh! Right?
It’s such an icky feeling when you realize you messed up. Whether it’s the cut or the colour, or whatever service you gave, it’s not quite right.
And you start to sweat, you wonder if they noticed that their hair is messed up, you wonder if anyone else has noticed.
You’re trying to keep your composure but inside your saying Oh shiznit, what the heck am I going to do now?
And panic starts to set in.
If you’re like nearly every stylist out there, you’ve had some mess ups, and guess what, you lived!
In todays episode I’m going to share some of my memorable mess ups and how I recovered and not only recover but improved as a hairstylist and colourist.
And you can have a good laugh at my blunders so that you know you’re not alone and you’ll have some great takeaways on what you can do to recover, move on and be a better hairstylist as a result.
So stay tuned!
Captive Communication is an art and skill and some people are naturally good at it, or so it seems, because they’re able to turn on or turn up their charm. They also know how to be captivating and fascinating to their audience, their listener, their customers and clients.
For some of us, it takes a little bit of work. As with any skill, you can develop it and like art, you can create it to be a genuine and an authentic reflection of you.
In the salon setting, the ability to engage in captive communication is essential and something that I’ve found to be the “make or break,” in terms of a client coming back to you or not. When you know how to build rapport and are capable of keeping them engaged and captivated during their service and afterwards, they’ll feel different, in a good way. They’re going to remember how they felt more than what they got. And that is far more important than you may realize.
My 31 years behind the chair has shown me over and over again that a client is likely to return to your chair if they have a good rapport with you from the start. Of course, you have to do good hair! But being the “best” cutter or colourist isn’t the absolute criteria. I think you already know that, but did you know that being good at the art of communication will get you more clients than your hair artistry?
In today’s episode, I’ll be giving you exactly what to say so that you can start exercising your captive communication muscle. As you’re building your clientele, you’re going to want to know how to get more and more returning clients who look forward to being in your chair.
By now you’re probably wondering, what is captive communication? Listen to find out!
How often do you hear yourself say things like:
When I have more time I’ll…
When I have more money I’ll…
I can’t do this or that because of this person, that situation, the economy, that obstacle…
It’s easy to fall victim to circumstance and get in our own way. We all do it from time to time and the key is to catch yourself before you stall for too long and stop taking action.
If you’re like most people, you’re not even aware that you’re living by circumstance because it can be stealth like. So many people give into it that it seems totally acceptable to say, “Oh well, it just wasn’t the right time” or “it wasn’t meant to be.”
Perhaps in some situations that might be true.
But please don’t be so quick to give in to that way of thinking because most often it’s simply that you haven’t stepped into being who you need to be and THAT is the underlying truth to why you are not getting your desired outcome.
The good news is that you can totally shift your way of thinking and instead of giving in to
circumstance you can choose to be a person who is a problem solver, resourceful and resilient. When you do, you’ll discover that most everything in life is do-able. Because I know what it takes to be in this industry, I know that you’re so much smarter than you give yourself credit for.
In today’s episode you’re going to find out how to identify when you’re living from your circumstances and how to shift to being the person you need to be, so that you get more of what you want in life. Stay tuned...
Clients come and go. With most of them you are happy to have them in your chair and you wish they’d stay forever! And some do, and some don’t.
You have some clients you wish would go to someone else, and they might, but then sometimes they either come back or want to come back.
This is where a lot of hairstylists feel trapped and stuck with a client they don’t want in their chair. And I don’t have to tell you that is an uneasy energy sucking situation to be in.
I know this is a common dilemma because a lot of hairstylists have asked for advice on what to do and how to navigate this tough, potentially sticky situation of letting a client go.
If you’ve ever asked yourself “how do I let go of a client that I just don’t want to have anymore?” (for whatever reason), OR if you’ve felt totally drained by a client (even if they’re a nice person) and you wish they’d move on to someone else, then this episode is one that you’re going to want to give your full attention to.
And no, this is not bashing your client, it’s more about YOU taking control before you even get to the point you want out of the hair-relationship! So stay tuned...
019: A lot of times values get mixed up with morals, ethics and principles. Because of this misconception, many people give them a rating, like good or bad, or right or wrong, better or worse.
From my perspective, my interpretation and the way that I teach my courses on values is that values are part of your personal blueprint and they’re based on what’s important to you at a given time in your life.
Your values typically don’t change from one season to the next, or even year to year. They’re with you for a while until something significant occurs in your life and they either move and up down what I call the “values scale,” or go away completely, making room for new ones.
You might be saying, I thought values are morals, so what are they and how are they different?
In a moment I’ll give you examples of some values, so that you can start to identify yours.
First, I want to mention that there are several reasons you’re going to want to identify your personal values.
One good reason is that when you know what your values are it will be easier for you to be happier.
When you’re in alignment with your values, life is going pretty good, you’re in the flow, life is easier, and things come together for you.
When you’re feeling out of sorts, out of balance and just not quite right, it’s most often because you’re out of alignment with your values.
Your values become your guide, your personal inner compass that will help you get on, and stay on the path of who you want to be, and what you want to create in your business and your life.
But don’t take my word for it, stay tuned to today’s episode and you’ll start to discover how your values can shape your existence and your outcome.
It’s a normal part of life to experience occasional anxiety, it’s part of being human... welcome to “life school”.
But when you experience anxiety that is persistent, feels uncontrollable, excessive and overwhelming, it can be disabling. I know this because I am one of the nearly 20% of American’s who experience some level, and type, of anxiety.
If you’re like me, when anxiety hits it’s not only incredibly stressful, it’s incredibly frustrating.
And my journey from debilitating anxiety to where I am today has been eye opening and healing. I have far less experiences and “episodes” of panic attacks and it’s been a long time since I’ve been paralyzed for hours on end.
Which is why I wanted to do this episode; if there’s even just a little bit in my conversation with Dr. Melba Stetz that helps just one person, we will have made a difference.
According to ADAA, “anxiety disorders are real, serious medical conditions - just as real and serious as physical disorders such as heart disease or diabetes”.
And this episode is by no means a replacement for medical consultation, diagnosis or treatment. It’s simply a conversation I’m having with my practitioner who has been helping me understand my anxiety as well as sharing some suggestions and insights that might be of some help to others.
I had a couple of take-aways from today’s episode, the biggest one being this: I can change the way I interpret anxiety and call it worry instead.
Because when I use the word anxiety it feels like something outside of me, some trigger beyond my control and that feels disempowering.
However, the word “worry” is something that is happening within me. I am worried about this or that. Hmmm, I can manage my worry. I can manage my worried thoughts and shift them. This feels so much more do-able!
If you’re like me, you’ll have take-away’s too.
And thank you to the listeners who wrote in and asked questions that helped to guide today’s conversation.
Here’s a sneak peak at some of the discussion:
“I seem to have a lot of physical effects, particularly my back. What can be done to keep our bodies feeling better when dealing with stress and anxiety?”
“What are some effective strategies to come down from high anxiety at the end of the work day? Is there a way to neutralize it even if it's just a little bit?”
These questions, plus a few others, guided this conversation.
So if you experience a form of anxiety, I hope today’s episode will give you some sigh of relief, even to know that you’re not alone and that there are some simple, effective and pro-active things you can think about doing for yourself.
So stay tuned...
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If you’re like nearly every hairstylist in business, the #1 goal is to be fully booked. No gaps, no waiting for walk-ins, no wondering what your bank account is going to look like.
Consistent and reliable income is something we all strive to have.
And as much as we all would like it to be, new clients just aren’t going to magically show up and sit in your chair, it takes something to get them there.
Sure walk-ins happen. But if you’re like most booth rental salons, or a salon suite owner, those walk-ins are few and far between. Certainly not enough to fill your book as quickly as you’d like.
Being a self-employed stylist, a successful one, requires you to implement marketing and business building strategies to consistently attract new clients and sustainably grow your business (and your bank account).
Because if you don’t, you’ll most likely be stuck in a lower income bracket than you really want to be in. And that would suck especially because you’re so good at what you do and could be making so much more money.
But for some reason, building a clientele takes some hairstylists WAY TOO LONG!
But here’s the thing...getting new clients doesn’t have to be a hard thing to accomplish. In fact, getting new clients is one of the easiest things you can do
One of the best, and fastest, ways to get new clients is to (drum roll please) simply ASK your current clients for a referral!
It really is that simple.
I know, you’re probably saying something like “I DO ask them for referrals and I’m still not getting any”.
OR…”I’m not comfortable asking my clients for referrals”.
And here’s what I know for sure: when you start asking your current clients for referrals you’ll start to feel more and more comfortable and it will become easier and easier to do.
In today’s episode I’ll be sharing tips and strategies you can use right away and you’ll soon realize how much your increasing your confidence and comfort level while asking for referrals.
You’re also going to find yourself having a nice full clientele and those empty gaps in your schedule are going to be a thing of the past.
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This episode is Part 2 of The Hairstylist’s Self-Care Checklist, so if you missed part one, go back to episode 14 after you listen to today’s continuation.
As I mentioned in part one, you’re in the service industry and oftentimes, as with most service providers, you’re not so good at taking care of yourself right?
And if you’re like most of my listeners who are booth renters, you can’t just clock in and clock out because you have a lot of business stuff to take care of and that definitely cuts into the time you could be taking care of yourself.
And if you’re like so many busy people, you actually don’t even stop to think about taking care of yourself until the shiznit has hit the fan and you’re in some kind of pain, stress, overwhelm and fill in the blank right?
My husband is an airline pilot and my mind thinks in metaphors so I’ll use this example that you’ve heard a dozen times.
Put on your own oxygen mask before trying to help others with theirs. Even if that other person is your child or the person you love the most in this world.
And you know why that is, but I’ll remind you anyway...
When you’re stressed, overwhelmed, irritable, and all those ways you don’t want to be, you can’t be who you want to be for your family, clients, friends, heck even strangers will get on your nerves!
I always say that success, prosperity and abundance are created from the inside out, this is the foundation of Hairchair Boss. So when you think about it, self care is at the heart of your business, think of self care as the foundation for your life. It’s that important.
Because if you are not taking care of yourself first, you being the foundation and heart of your business, how can you expect to have consistent and reliable success, prosperity and abundance in your life?
And I wonder if you have fully considered what your life is going to be like if you continue to put yourself on the back burner.
Because the issue isn’t that you don’t have time, it’s that you’re not making time to make YOU a priority.
And you know what, you’re so worth taking care of and it’s time to do something about it.
So stay tuned.
Here in the US we have had protests across the country that have also sparked protests in cities around the world.
What’s going on in our country is something that many people like you have never experienced and I’m sad to say that this isn’t the first time that I’ve witnessed this kind of response to injustice towards Black people.
But I’m going to keep today's discussion on what we’re currently facing because this time I feel it’s different. Finally.
I feel that here in the US we’ve hit our point of no return. Meaning no returning to the way it used to be. Because we as a nation, as people living in this country, are at a critical point at which the accumulation of injustices towards Black people has become significant enough to cause a larger, more important change.
And a transformation is required if we want to be a nation that thrives because we truly can’t be a thriving nation if only a portion of us is afforded that opportunity. It’s time to live up to the terms “land of the free” and “home of the brave”.
And speaking of being brave, it takes bravery to be willing to be vulnerable, humble, and admit ignorance which means that I lack the knowledge and information that I need to be part of the bigger and deeper conversations that I want to participate in.
So if you’ve had questions about…
- What the term “White Privilege” means.
- Why saying All Lives Matter and Blue Lives Matter can be a cause for argument.
- How to deal with a client who’s in your chair who starts talking politics. (And we all remember what we’re told in cosmetology school right? Not to talk about religion or politics in the salon.)
- What to do when you have someone in your chair who is making racist remarks, being disruptive, rude and inconsiderate of others.
Stay tuned because I've asked these tough question and will be sharing the answers with you.
Links mentioned:
https://hairchairboss.com/011-booth-rental-etiquette/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesovereignstylist/
You’re in the service industry which means that you are in the business of taking care of others, making sure their needs are met, doing your best to make their experience a good one. And as a hairstylist, 99.9% of the time you are a sounding board, an advice giver, a shoulder to cry on and the keeper of secrets.
And if you’re like most hairstylists, you’re ok with this, in fact, you thrive on being part of their support system, it’s like a badge of honor to be all this for your clients.
And what you do does in fact make a difference!
Your clients are making the time for their self-care which has a ripple effect in their lives and in the big picture of things, it helps to make the world a better place. Not just better looking, but better overall!
The problem that often arises is that you’re putting so much energy into caring for others that you’re not taking care of yourself. And if you have a family, a significant other, pets, or another side hustle, you’re most likely not taking any time for yourself right?
I always say that success, prosperity and abundance are created from the inside out, this is the foundation of Hairchair Boss. So when you think about it, self care is at the heart of your business.
Because if you are not taking care of yourself first, you being the foundation and heart of your business, how can you expect to have consistent and reliable success, prosperity and abundance in your life?
Self-care is something that a lot of hairstylists don’t think about for themselves even though it’s at the core of what you provide for others. And it’s time to recognize that not only do you deserve to have self-care in your life, it’s essential that you do.
And in today’s episode, I’ll be sharing my Hairstylist’s Self-Care Checklist with you AND giving you the link you need to get the pdf action sheet so that you have this checklist at your fingertips.
Stay tuned because it’s time to make yourself a priority.
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If you’re like other hairstylists and entrepreneurs in general, you started your business or got in this industry for the love of it. Maybe you felt it would be a good career where you can be creative and avoid the typical 9-5.
And as much as you just want to do your thing and focus on building your clientele, doing something fun and making money - there are rules, regulations, guidelines and laws that can be a total buzzkill. They truly take the fun out of everything right?
Who would have thought that you would have to know so much outside of doing hair, but the reality is that when you don’t know the laws and regulations of the hair industry you can end up with a big mess on your hands that can turn into a costly and stressful situation.
Today I’m interviewing LeeAnn Miley, who is a booth rental salon owner and founder of The Sovereign Stylist. LeeAnn is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to cosmetology laws, rules, regulations and guidelines and she has made it her mission to empower, inform and educate hairstylists.
You will soon hear LeeAnn’s great story that was the impetus to forming The Sovereign Stylist which is in the works of becoming a non-profit organization full of valuable resources for hairstylists.
One hot topic in our industry that can be confusing and cloudy is Classification. And if you’re wondering what classification means, you’ll absolutely want to listen in because you’re going to learn a lot!
And if you’re questioning whether or not you are being classified correctly, whether by your own design, your employer or salon owner, you’re going to find that by the end of today’s episode you’re going to have more clarity and peace of mind.
Plus LeeAnn shares some action steps you can take to ensure that you’re not creating a costly situation for you as a booth renter or as a salon owner.
So stay tuned and be ready to take lots of notes!
SS-8 https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fss8.pdf
1099-Misc. https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1099msc.pdf
The Sovereign Stylist Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/boothrentstylistforum/?ref=share
The Sovereign Stylist Business FB page
www.facebook.com/thesovereignstylist
The Sovereign Stylist website
www.thesovereignstylist.org
We might be seeing the light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel, I hope so anyway.
There are a few states that are allowing salon doors to open up and if you’re like most hairstylists around the world, you have very mixed feelings and emotions about this.
In fact, you’ve had mixed feelings and emotions pretty much from the start and you have been through a roller coaster of ups and downs for the past two months... at least.
For weeks now there has been a divide between stylists on a few different topics.
For instance, those who feel that sending colour kits is a good idea, some who feel it isn’t. Some who feel they should help their clients figure out box colour, some who don’t.
And now that some states are allowing salon and barber shops to open, some stylists feel it’s too soon and don’t feel it’s safe just yet, and some who are ready, willing and able to get back behind the chair.
And here’s the thing, wherever you stand, no matter what side of the fence you’re on, your feelings are totally valid, 100%. And you know why? Because they are YOUR feelings.
What I mean when I say your feelings are valid is that they are justified based on your current thoughts, interpretations and perceptions.
And if you’re like most everyone on the planet, you don’t want to be told that you shouldn’t feel a certain way right?
Especially when you’re in the heat of the moment with your feelings and emotions, the last thing you want to be told is that you shouldn’t feel that way.
And to make matters worse, they now want to tell you how you should feel!
Oh boy, stand back when that happens right? And at this point, you are not in a mindset to hear anyone out and you will either react (and most likely not in the best way) or tune them out.
I’m spot on right?
By now you might be asking yourself why, or how is this relevant to me stepping back behind the chair?
Because it might be the right time to let go of a lot of those feelings and emotions you’ve been experiencing for the last two months because they simply may not be serving you any longer and they could very well be keeping you from stepping back into the salon being the best version of you.
And in today’s episode, I’ll be giving you some insight on why it’s a good idea to release some of those feelings and emotions that have been with you, and the easy way to make it happen.
Spoiler alert, this topic is not a business skill, it’s a life skill.
Stay tuned...
Being a booth renter has a lot of advantages and the bottom line is that most of the hairstylists who chose to booth rent are typically after one major thing: Freedom.
Freedom to be your own boss, to control your schedule, take the clients you want to have in your chair, set your prices, choose your product lines and ultimately the freedom to create the income you want.
Most booth renters are in shared spaces and when you are in a shared space of course you all want to get along great because it’s best for everyone from you the stylists, to your assistants and clients.
When there’s no drama, no competitiveness, and no cattiness, the energy and environment is so much better to be in. And when you help to create a supportive, cohesive environment everyone thrives.
I’ve seen first-hand the difference that it makes when stylists either work together to create a space that everyone loves to be in and when they don’t.
In fact, the salons that had stylists who were not cohesively honoring or engaging in some sort of booth rental etiquette, had super high turnover rates with their renters and their clients. And although everyone in your shop is rental, it is still in your best interest, in everyone’s best interest to be a team player.
And what if I told you that when you are a team player and have booth renter etiquette you could make more money?
Here’s a peek into The Hairchair Boss Booth Renter Etiquette Guide:
1- BE a good neighbor
2- Help your clients be good neighbors
3- Contribute to creating a positive salon image
4- Be a good host
5- Be a team player
In today’s episode, I’ll be talking about these spoken and unspoken booth rental etiquette tips that will help you step into being a better team player, a sought-out stylist and a darn pleasure to work alongside.
Don’t you just love a good before and after story? They are so inspiring.
Before and after weight loss, the person doesn't even look the same and the smile on their face makes you want to give them a great big hug. Before and after makeovers and how their features just pop and you can see their aura brighten up. Before and after financial wreckage...crumbled marriage...home remodel...from living on the streets to a job and a home and a family (that one ALWAYS makes me cry!).
Before and after scenarios are uplifting, inspiring and encouraging because they help make you feel like if they can do it, I can do it too.
Right now, we are still in the midst of the coronavirus and if you’re like most hairstylists across the nation and in most countries around the world, you have not been able to work in the salon.
You’re going on a couple of months of forced down time and there is a lot of financial stress you’re facing, and the unknowns and chaos are making it difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I get that and I hear you.
And at the same time, I would be doing you a great disservice if I didn’t interject and help you see yourself from another perspective.
And this outside perspective is that there ARE opportunities to find the silver lining and I believe it is in the form of your own before and after.
After talking with a heck of a lot of hairstylists, I see a few patterns developing and I’m hearing a lot of comments and conversations around aha moments, realizations and doses of boldness, excitement and courage.
And it made me realize that now is a great time to re-evaluate the way you have been showing up for yourself, your clients, your family, friends, and in life overall.
In today's episode I’m going to talk about your inspiring, uplifting and courageous before and after that awaits you.
All you have to do is be open, willing and ready to create your own version.
Join the Insiders Club and get instant access to the free PDF Action Sheet where you can start creating your Before and After story! Go to https://hairchairboss.com/podcast and fill out your name and email and you'll be in the club!
Because of the Coronavirus, it’s likely that your salon is closed up and your income has halted for the time being.
And the reality is that you still have expenses and bills to pay and your thoughts are consumed with what you don’t have or the money you’re not making right now instead of being mindful of what you do have.
And that’s totally understandable. It’s very difficult to think about what you do have when it feels like so much of what you have, or had, is diminishing and disappearing before your very eyes.
But now is a really good time to put your attention on the abundance you do have so that you continue to attract abundance in your life.
Having an abundance mindset will serve you well because when you put your attention on what you do have, your attitude greatly improves, your optimism level substantially increases and your overall outlook on your business and your life as a whole will catapult you to even more abundance.
In today’s Hairchair Boss episode, I’ll share two mindsets that are going around, scarcity and abundance, and you’ll have an opportunity to identify which one you’re currently in and explore areas of abundance in your life so that you can put yourself in a mindset that will serve you now and in the months and years to come.
Don’t take my word for it, listen in, keep an open mind, and consider what you can attract when you’re open to it.
During this time where we're faced with the current Corona Virus, a lot of hairstylists around the world are asking questions and expressing concerns such as...
my clients are cancelling what do I do? Should I cancel clients... how will I pay my rent... take care of my family... what kind of risk am I putting myself and my family in... what am I going to do if I get infected... and so many more questions that don’t have great answers.
And I get it, as a chair renter you have so many financial and business responsibilities and this is all overwhelming and stressful. All of a sudden you’re being required to juggle so many things at once and the loss of income is big and it’s real.
Today I’d like to share a perspective with you that I know may be difficult to find in times like this. And the reason I want to share this is because shifting your perspective in a few areas might prove to be a very healthy thing to do right now because shifting your perspective may be the thing that gets you through a crisis like the one you’re facing today.
And once you know how to make these shifts, you will be equipped to handle any unsettling and challenging situation you may face in the future, no matter what it is.
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007: How To Attract The Clients You Want To Have In Your Chair
Imagine this: you have a booth rental business, or aspiring to go rental, and you have a full clientele and they are people you love to have in your chair, you look forward to seeing them every few weeks, you enjoy the conversations you’re having, you truly like spending time with them because it doesn’t feel like a job, it feels like you’re hanging out with friends, and at the end of your busy day you’re tired but you don’t feel drained, in fact you reflect on your day and grateful for the clients you have, because, as Marie Kondo would say, they spark joy!
The plan is to have these clients in your chair for years to come because when you can create great relationships with your clients they will become raving fans and loyal customers.
If you’re not there yet, don’t worry, you can get there and because you’re here listening today, you’re going to be well equipped to get there faster and easier.
I first want to bring your attention to the mistake I see many hairstylists make when it comes to attracting, building and maintaining your clientele.
The mistake is taking anyone who will sit in your chair. At just about any cost.
You’re often told that you need to sit around and wait for walk-ins and take anyone who will come in. You’re also told that even if a client is difficult or challenging, that you just gotta deal with them because it’s money in your pocket. So if you want to build, you just have to suck it up buttercup, get thicker skin and do your best.
I’m here to tell you that’s terrible advice. And if you’re telling yourself this is what you have to do in order to build your clientele, you can stop giving yourself terrible advice too.
In today's Hairchair Boss episode, I’ll be sharing five key areas you want to be super clear about so that you attract, build and retain clients that you’re going to love having in your chair every time.
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The foundation of Hairchair Boss is to help you, the booth rental hairstylist, create a successful and thriving business and an abundant life by taking an inside out approach.
An inside out approach means not living from circumstance. It means not relying on your outer world to get what you want, like relying on your social media, your networking or your clients.
An inside out approach means starting from who you are from the inside, because who you are BEING at your core is going to determine what you do or don’t do, and eventually what you have, or don’t have.
Think about it this way, what are you trying to have right now? Is it to have more clients, to have more popularity and social media following, to have more money, to have more organization, to have more confidence or more efficiency in your services?
If you don’t have the things you hoped or thought you’d have by now, or if you’ve hit your goals and have new ones to reach and not sure how to get there, you are most likely going about it backwards. It’s not your fault, because there aren’t many people talking about this model and way of thinking.
And this way of thinking that I invite you to consider is the Be Do Have model.
The premise of this way of thinking is that you first have to BE it before you can Have it.
It’s not a fake it til you make it model, the "BE. DO. HAVE." approach is a lot more effective than that.
And when you take this approach and live this BE. DO. HAVE. way of thinking you will begin to change the way you show up in your business and in your life overall, because you’ll start showing up in a way that empowers you, that helps set you up to have everything you want.
In today’s episode, I’ll be uncovering the backwards thinking that so many hairstylists (and most people in general)have...and today you’re going to be ahead of the curve.
If you haven't already done so...
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In this episode, I answer a question that someone in the Hairchair Boss Facebook group asked, which is: “How do I enforce my cancellation policy?”
This is a great question because it’s never easy to have that discussion with your guest who is habitually late, cancels at the last minute, or no shows on you.
Even though it's totally on them, if you're like most hair stylists you hate having that conversation, so more often than not, you let them slide again (and again) because you like them or because you feel like you need the business.
And there is an underlying fear that they will get mad at you, so you don’t enforce it and you tell them it’s ok when you know it’s not. And I know you just wish you would never be put in that situation. But unfortunately, it is your reality and if you don’t know how to create and enforce your cancellation policy, you’re going to end up with way more last minute empty spaces in your book than you can afford.
You may not be aware of it but the reason why you'll avoid this conversation is because it feels confrontational and most people don't like confrontation.
It doesn't look confrontational on the outside but it feels like it on the inside, and this feeling is insidious in the way it robs you of your power and in today's episode we're going to take an inside-out approach to your cancellation policy so that you confidently take your power back.
Listen in now…
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If you’re like most hairstylists who go rental, you’re stepping into your desire to be your own boss, you want to have the freedom to control your schedule because you want to be in charge of your life, and you love the fact that you have the potential to make really good money.
But the truth is, a lot of chair and booth renter hairstylists don’t end up having the freedom and making the money they thought they would and so many stylists end up getting a side hustle just to make ends meet.
But being a hairstylist doesn’t have to be a struggle. It’s a matter of knowing what to do that will help you create the profitable and fun business you set out to have.
I created a list of the top 10 powerful tips for chair renter success because I was a chair renter for over 25 years and I wish someone had given me this advice years ago.
Get ready for Part Two of the 10 Powerful Tips For Chair Renter Success and get a perspective on being a Hairchair Boss that you most likely haven't had yet.
If you haven't already done so...
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This episode is Part One of 10 Powerful Chair Renter Success.
As a booth / chair renter hairstylist, you ventured out to rental because you want to be your own boss and have all the great benefits that come with it.
But, it's quite a bit harder than you thought it was going to be right?!
Being a hairstylist and renting your chair requires that you are more than being good at what you do. In this episode you'll quickly discover where you could make some small shifts in the way you're showing up that will have big impact on your hair business...
If you haven't already done so...
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A lot of hairstylists make the big mistake of not setting goals for the year and so all year long you end up working harder not smarter.
Whether your goal is to attract great clients, have better bookkeeping, find referral partners, create a happier salon vibe, or take a much needed vacation, a goal getting plan will keep you on track and success will come to you a lot faster.
If you don't want to be like so many hairstylists who go year after year staying in the same place...not evolving, not growing, not creating the income they want and realizing their dreams then you are going to love this episode.
Truth be told, it’s not hard at all to set goals and achieve them. And when you discover the three biggest goal setting mistakes AND learn how to BE a GOAL GETTING MACHINE you’re going to look back and pat yourself on the back for finally making things happen!
Another month will pass you by in the blink of an eye and so get ready to take action!
Plus, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to stay on track.
In this episode you're going to get some tried and true goal getting tips so that you can stop making life hard and start stepping into being a true Hairchair Boss and creating the outcome you want.
There is a Goal Getting Action Sheet you can grab over at:
http://hairchairboss.com/action2
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There is a big misconception too many hairstylists believe and it's that creating success and building a full clientele is going to come from social media and getting better at your artistry and waiting for walk-ins and referrals to stroll in the door and sit in your chair.
And success, the sustainable kind, isn't going to come from you being a superstar behind the chair.
Real, sustainable and life-long success is going to come from YOU being confident, savvy, courageous and successful from the inside out.
In this very first episode of Hairchair Boss, you're going to get a glimpse as to who Angelina is, why she started this podcast as well as Hairchair Boss Bootcamp, and what she boldly shares about what it really takes to thrive in this wonderful world of hair.
If you haven't already done so...
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- https://www.facebook.com/groups/hairchairboss/
And subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Stitcher because you don't want to miss any future Hairchair Boss episodes!
- https://hairchairboss.com/stitcher
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