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PODCAST

Salon Rising

Samara Scott-Hunter & Jen Veivers

Introducing Salon Rising: The Podcast - your personal business BFF in the world of hair and beauty! Hosted by the incredible duo, Samara Scott-Hunter and Jen Veivers. This podcast brings real-talk and heart-to-heart conversations. It"s your go-to space for navigating the wild journey of being a woman, a mother, and a business owner. And how to blend those all together. Join Samara and Jen as they spill the tea on their own business escapades. Share the highs, lows, and everything between. It"s like

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55:29

How her Salon Thrived in the Hardest Year of Her Life...

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2025/08/17

What happens when life throws you the unimaginable and you’re still responsible for a business and a team?In this raw and deeply moving episode, Samara sits down with Brodie, owner of Smooth Hair in Alstonville, who opens up about the most challenging year of her life.What began as a five week family holiday turned into a nine month stay in Perth after her 2 year old daughter was diagnosed with leukemia. From that moment, Brodie was thrust into balancing motherhood, cancer, and running a salon from

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13:54

Mini Moment #4 — Scaling With Purpose: How Delegation...

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2025/08/10

In this powerful Mini Moment, Nicki from Salon Purpose returns to talk about the early lessons that helped her grow from a solo operator into the leader of a 19 staff salon.If you're still doing everything yourself, from stock to scheduling to xero, this one’s for you. Nicki shares how she finally got out of her own way, why hiring a bookkeeper was her first move, and how letting go of perfection created space for business growth and personal freedom.💡 What You’ll LearnHow to delegate with

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01:06:40

Monique McMahon on Efficiency, Profitability and...

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2025/08/03

This week in the Inner Sanctum, we welcome back the incredible Monique McMahon, owner of Que Colour and global ambassador for Christophe Robin. In this heartfelt and honest episode, Monique shares how small shifts in efficiency have transformed her business. Why profitability doesn’t always mean having more staff. And the personal changes that are fuelling her success.From cutting out coffee and alcohol to scaling her team with intention, Monique reveals the behind the scenes strategies that are

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17:20

Mini Moment #3 - Making the First Hire: What Every...

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2025/07/27

Thinking about hiring your first team member...but feeling the fear? You’re not alone.In this honest and practical Mini Moment, Samara and Jen break down the real emotions and strategy behind that first hire.From burnout and back to back days on the floor, to making space for growth, they share the personal and financial checkpoints every salon owner should consider. The girls discuss their own hiring journey. From deciding whether they could afford it, to crafting the right SEEK ad, navigating

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01:02:24

Building a Salon That Changes Lives (Not Just Hair):...

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2025/07/20

What if your salon could be known for more than just great hair? In this heart filled episode, we sit down with Nicki from Salon Purpose. A salon owner who built her entire business model around kindness, integrity and impact.From starting in a 15 square metre backyard salon to leading a 19 staff team and raising over $100,000 through her “With Love” campaign, Nicki shares how purpose has shaped every decision she's made. And why that purpose is her biggest accountability.She opens up about the

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21:04

Mini Moment #2: Why Working ON Your Business Matters...

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2025/07/13

Ever feel guilty for stepping away from the salon floor to work on your business? You’re not alone.In this Mini Moment, Jen is joined by Sherri to unpack why taking time off the tools isn’t just okay, it’s essential. They share real talk about charging your worth, tracking every dollar, staying inspired, and avoiding the burnout spiral so many salon owners fall into.🎧 Listen now to learn:Why working smarter beats working harder every timeThe hidden costs draining your profits (and how to fix

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01:14:07

How One Salon Owner Walked Away From “Success” to...

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2025/07/06

Ever felt trapped by the very business you built? In this powerful episode, Ashlin from The Elk Collective shares why she walked away from her 10 staff salon to build a thriving home based business aligned with her life and purpose.She opens up about the burnout of running a big team, the pressure to look “successful,” and how coming back to her why transformed her work, family life, and finances. If you’ve ever wondered if there’s another way to do business, this conversation will give you

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21:25

Mini Moment #1: You Don’t Have to Do It Alone - The...

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2025/06/30

Going solo doesn’t mean going it alone.In this Mini Moment, Jen is joined by Sherri from Timely to unpack what really happens behind the scenes of solo businesses. From the emotional weight of doing it all, to the turning point most business owners hit at 18 months, they explore the silent struggles and simple shifts that can make solo life feel less… solo.💬 Inside:Why “solo” doesn’t mean unsupported (and what to call it instead)The cheer squad exercise that changes everythingWhat no one tells you

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01:13:04

The Burnout, the Backlash, and the Breakthrough: The...

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2025/06/22

Ever felt knocked flat by burnout, public criticism, or self doubt? In this raw and honest chat, Kelly Christie, aka The Skin Queen and also owner of The Facial Bar on the Gold Coast, joins Samara and Jen to share the unfiltered truth behind building two successful businesses. From the realities of online hate to the behind the scenes lessons of leadership, resilience, and growth. This episode is packed with wisdom for every beauty business owner.💬 Inside:The hardest lessons of leadership, staff

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42:35

Real Talk on Mum Guilt, Money Mistakes & Making It...

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2025/06/08

Ever juggled clients, kids, and cash flow—and felt like you were barely holding it together?In this honest and heart filled episode, Samara and Jen dive deep into the real talk so many women in business crave. From the early solo days to salon ownership, they unpack the guilt, the financial faceplants, and the little wins that make it all worth it.💬 Inside:The truth about mum guilt (and why it never fully goes away)What they wish they’d done differently with moneyWhy burnout nearly broke them—and

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01:08:20

Co-Owning a Salon: How Tiff & Phoebe Built Blond...

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2025/05/26

What’s it really like to run a salon with your best friend?In this episode, we sit down with Tiff & Phoebe—co-owners of Blond Therapy. A values led salon in a small Queensland town, to unpack the real behind the scenes of co-owning a salon.From splitting roles without resentment, to managing finances and raising families on different timelines (four kids vs. no kids), they share the honest highs and hard-earned lessons of building a brand together. Without burning out or blowing up their

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01:10:04

The Breath Behind the Burnout: Healing Your Nervous...

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2025/05/11

What if the anxiety you feel isn’t just in your mind, but stored in your body?In this episode, we go deep with Sherri from Connected Being Co as she shares how nervous system healing and breathwork can help you regulate your stress. Process trauma, and show up in your life with more calm, clarity, and connection.We talk about everything from breathwork myths and burnout recovery to ex-prisoner rehabilitation and parenting in the age of emotional awareness. Whether you’re a business owner, a parent,

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01:30:33

How to Lead with Power, Purpose and Integrity – with...

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2025/04/28

What does it really mean to command a room, without being the loudest in it?In this magnetic episode, we sit down with Tiana Baxter, a powerhouse in business and personal transformation, to explore the kind of leadership that begins behind the scenes.From corporate boardrooms to building multiple million dollar businesses, Tiana opens up about reinventing herself, integrating faith, and learning how to lead from deep integrity, even when the spotlight fades.We talk body language, energy, influence,

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01:03:33

Ashe Hornsby Returns: The Brutal Truth About Burnout,...

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2025/04/14

What happens when the worst has already happened?In this powerful follow-up, Ashe Hornsby returns to the Inner Sanctum to deliver the raw, unfiltered truth about what it really takes to survive the unthinkable—and come back stronger.From losing her partner, her business, and almost herself, Ashe shares how she navigated grief, burnout, legal battles, and letting go of the fight. We talk rebuilding from a literal fire, running a business in a shed during Covid, opening (and closing) a café, and

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12:37

Highlight 9: Why Most Solo Businesses Fail Within 18...

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2025/04/07

In this highlight, Samara and Jen chat with Sherri, who leads ANZ partnerships for Timely.They talk about why many solo businesses shut down within 18 months…and how you can stop that from happening to you. They share easy tips to help your business stay strong and explain what it really costs to work for yourself…beyond just time and money.They also talk about how hard it can be to do everything on your own. If you wait until you’re burnt out, it might be too late. But small changes in the way you

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01:06:37

Lonely but Not Alone: Creating a Safe Space for Salon...

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2025/03/31

On this episode we dive into the power of connection, community, and finding your people in the hair industry.Amiee, owner of Bhava Salon and creator of Mane Union, shares her journey of moving interstate, the unexpected loneliness that followed, and how she turned that experience into something bigger. Mane Union was born from a desire to create a space where hairstylists and salon owners could truly connect, collaborate, and feel seen.If you've ever felt like you're doing it all alone, this

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76:52

Balancing Business and Pregnancy with Ash from Social...

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2025/03/17

Trigger warning: This episode discusses pregnancy loss.This week, Samara was flying solo in the Inner Sanctum (thanks to Jen getting stuck with a client—#SalonLife) for a deeply personal and powerful chat with Ash Bailey, also known as @socialcoachash.Together, they dive into the raw reality of navigating pregnancy, running a business, and processing loss. Ash opens up about her journey through a second pregnancy, the emotional weight of miscarriage, and the challenges of balancing it all while

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66:37

Turning Tragedy into Tenacity: Ashe Hornsby’s Story...

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2025/03/03

In this episode, we chat with the incredible Ashe Hornsby. She has faced unimaginable loss and emerged stronger. After losing her husband, the face of their successful stonemasonry business, Ashe had to deal with her own grief and support her young family. At the same time, she managed the challenges of a male-dominated industry.Ash talks about resilience and why having the right safeguards, like insurance, matters. She explains how seeking inspiration outside your field can change the game. She

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55:12

Ditch the Vision Board: A Fresh Take on Goal-Setting

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2025/02/17

In this episode in the inner sanctum, we’re keeping it real about the New Year—no fluffy resolutions, just practical ways to set goals and actually follow through. We dive into navigating multiple roles, business shifts, and making lifestyle changes that feel good (hello, dopamine hacks!). Plus, we’re shaking up traditional goal-setting by swapping vision boards for something way more fun—Bingo cards. From managing energy post-holiday chaos to setting goals that actually stick, this conversation is

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46:14

How one hairdresser turned a salon struggle into a...

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2025/02/03

In this episode of Salon Rising The Podcast, we chat with the incredible Sarah Lancaster—salon owner (Cole & Co Hair), mum of three, and the brains behind The Relief Hairdresser. Sarah’s built something pretty special, growing her business from a home setup to a full salon while creating a much-needed service that helps salons find reliable, temporary stylists when they need them most. We talk about the juggle (because it’s real), the importance of solid policies, and how she’s handled ev...

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