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Cutting Through The Noise

Cutting Through The Noise

Join Australian business women, Stephanie Mason, and Hayley Mears as they explore the new business landscape in a post-pandemic world. They will take a deep dive into the disruption and changes across digital marketing, the supply chain, the influence of culture in business and the latest news in tech. https://cuttingthroughthenoisepodcast.au/en-aud

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Episode Twenty Three: Alannah Read and Lani Masuku

Cutting Through The Noise ·

2023/11/10

Meet Lani and Alannah and hear about the journey of texture inclusivity and how Ella and Jade salons are getting new staff knocking on their door and more clients by being a fully inclusive salon that can do all hair types.Our first guest is Lani Masuku, founder of professional Afro-texture brand Organic SUKU, who understands that the future of haircare is texture inclusivity. She's passionate about supporting salon owners & stylists with the skillset and confidence to open their doors to the

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Episode Twenty Two: Rob Aubin and Hayden Brooks

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2023/11/02

Unwritten is the brainchild of two Aussie business dudes with one bloody great idea - an idea that would empower a growing legion of unsung heroes, embrace the exiled, muscle up the underdogs… champion the Indies!Rob Aubin has worked in the hairdressing industry for more than 20 years, in software with Shortcuts Software and professional haircare in his family’s business distributing Matrix, La Biosthetique and Great Lengths, while simultaneously leading the education charge with Pivot Point.Hayden

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Episode Twenty One: Selina Tomasich

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2023/10/06

The Hair Aid story began in 2010 when founder and CEO, Selina Tomasich, was holidaying in the Philippines when she met two nuns living in Manila.Starting up a conversation with Sister Kate, a fellow Australian, and Sister Claudia from Canada, Selina heard about the Sisters' work with children abandoned on the streets of Manila whose parents were too poor to feed them.Hayley chats to Selina to unpack her story and identify how our industry can best support Selina and Hair Aid to create a positive

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Episode Twenty: Stephanie Mason & Hayley Mears

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2023/09/12

Stephanie and Hayley connect to look at why now is a time for INNOVATION. There have been so many big innovations in the industry over the last 20 years, from the introduction of ghd’s to the market, to OLAPLEX and now to AI as a consultation tool.The current industry shifts are still fluid with an urgent need for business owners to really look at the agility of their company structure and be flexible as they think about future plans. @stephaniemason@haylsmears@cuttingthroughthenoise.podcastWe want

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Episode Nineteen: Paul Frasca

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2023/08/18

In this episode of Cutting Through The Noise, Hayley Mears talks to Sustainable Salons Co-Founder and Owner Paul Frasca about how his journey in the world of hairdressing lead him to become a sustainability warrior.Paul and Hayley talk about what the future looks like across industry changes and pivots and how sustainability will play a huge part in that. Paul’s philosophies and approaches to business are always governed by his values for People, Planet and Profit. To connect with Paul or

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Episode Eighteen: Linda Woodhead

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2023/08/08

In this new episode of CuttingThrough The Noise, Stephanie Mason was joined again by Linda Woodhead, the visionary founder of Mocha Group. Yes, she’s back!!! Indeed, one episode is not enough to discuss our industry's best practices! Linda shares valuable insights into the benefits of entering awards, and how these accolades can propel their businesses, careers, and personal growth to new heights.https://www.instagram.com/linda_mochagroup/https://www.instagram.com/mochahairaustralia/

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Episode Seventeen: Linda Woodhead

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2023/08/08

In episode 17, Stephanie Mason is joined by Linda Woodhead, the CEO and founder of Mocha Publishing. Linda Woodhead revolutionised the hair and beauty industry with trade magazines, educational events, and prestigious awards. Her initiatives like HOT SHOTS and Beauty Squad empower young talents, while her ceremonies celebrate excellence, leaving an indelible mark on the industry's future.https://www.instagram.com/linda_mochagroup/https://www.instagram.com/mochahairaustralia/

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Episode Sixteen: Jose Bryce Smith

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2023/07/21

In episode sixteen, Hayley Mears goes deep into the space of wellness and self-care with O&M Founder & CEO Jose Bryce Smith. This episode is all about how we carve out healthy habits in our life to set ourselves up for success.Jose explains her philosophies on developing clean haircare products and the core values of her brand that have also become the pillars of her healthy daily routines.This is a great episode for anyone who wants to learn more about the ethos of self-care working hand in

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Episode Fifteen: Clive Allwright

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2023/07/20

This episode hosted by Hayley Mears explores the story of addiction with Clive Allwright. Clive has had an incredible hairdressing career from starting his apprenticeship at the original flagship TONI&GUY salon in Mayfair London, to bringing the mega-brand to Australia under the leadership of Dennis Langford. Clive's career exploded phenomenally throughout the 90s and the 00s and he relocated to Los Angeles as the Global Creative Director of KMS. Clive discusses his battles with addiction during

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Episode Fourteen: Richard Kavanagh

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2023/06/02

In episode 14 of Cutting Through the Noise, Hayley Mears chats with legendary editorial stylist Richard Kavanagh about how he is disrupting the tech world through the incredible consultation tool called The Hair App. Richard explains how the Hair App works to support stylists on the floor to increase all salon-based KPI's and ultimately deliver the best possible client experience. Richard discusses the inception of the product and how the overwhelming response from clients has taken this product to

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Episode Thirteen: Katy Reeve & Remington Meyer

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2023/05/24

Cutting Through the Noise, Episode 13 Katy Reeve & Remington Meyer – the power of being an independent hairdresser. In episode 13, Hayley Mears chats to Katy Reeve and Remington Meyer about their journey from salon employees to independent stylists. With the shift to so many flexible, rent-a-chair offerings available to stylists and colourists, this conversation go deep into the way technology and new apps are designed to support everything an emerging indie stylists needs to run a streamlined

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Episode Twelve: Stephanie, Nadine & Hayley

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2023/05/08

In episode 12, the three hosts Nadine, Hayley & Stephanie share their thoughts and observations on the current industry climate. There are lots of changes afoot, including the introduction of AI, and the global economic environment that has been impacting suppliers and distributors. The new look salon industry where adaptability and structure shifts are here to stay. There's lots of great content here. If you have noticed a dip in revenue, turnover, rebookings or any change in sales performance

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Episode Eleven: Larissa Macleman

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2023/05/04

In this episode, Hayley Mears chats to Larissa Maclemon from Salon Owners Collective on her view of the industry as a salon growth expert. They go deep into the current economic market and how the role of salon ownership has changed and shifted into something new. Larrisa offers her news on the future of the industry along with her vision for tech and future digitisation in the salon space. You can find more about Larissa and Salon Owners Collective here:Website -

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Episode Ten: Cameron Pine & Chris Hunter

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2023/03/22

Chris Hunter | Owner & Business DirectorChris knew from a young age that he would work in a creative field, but growing up in country Victoria meant that opportunities were limited. This all changed at age 18 with a move to Melbourne and an apprenticeship with one of Melbourne's premier salons.But as time went by Chris knew he wanted more and moved from Melbourne to Sydney to chase the dream of being an editorial hairstylist. Honing his craft at Swanky Eastern Suburbs Salon, Chris lent his

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Episode Nine: Kym Krey

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2023/03/20

Truly a manager’s mentor, Kym knows the mindset, skills and strategies required to help managers get the best performance from their teams. She sees the common roadblocks frontline managers face in influencing their staff’s behavior and performance and has helped thousands of business owners, managers and franchisees learn what it takes to truly engage their people, turbo-charge their results, and build cultures of excellence.In this episode, Kym shares her own journey from a regional stylist who

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Episode Eight: Joanne Cowan

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2023/03/05

Jo’s career has spanned far and wide across the hairdressing industry. Starting as a hairdresser, Jo progressed into a state education role with Redken and then progressed to National Education Manager, moving from Melbourne to Sydney. Her career with Redken progressed to the National Sales Manager role. Post Redken, her career took a different direction managing a NSW wholesaler hairdressing business then joined Wella Australia as the General Manager of the Kadus Cosmetics brand. With the purchase

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Episode Seven: Adam Reed

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2023/02/26

After learning traditional finger waves and sets in his grandmother’s kitchen, Adam went on to win a coveted place on the hair industry’s F.A.M.E. Team in 1999, enjoyed a 13 year tenure at Charles Worthington – eight of those as Creative Director – and a 2 year stint in New York establishing the Worthington brand. All this set Adam Reed in good stead for launching a new salon brand Percy & Reed, before going it alone in 2020 with Adam Reed London - a curated hair and lifestyle space, before

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Episode Six: Barry Stephens

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2023/02/19

https://fellowshiphair.com/linked in: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/barry-stephens-957818aInstagram: @barrystephens_What is your current role in the industry?I started my business career working for one of the largest equipment rentalcompanies in the world. My life involved constant travel between the UK and USA,presenting to investors in the city and heading up the Mergers and Acquisitionsteam, I learnt a lot of valuable life lessons and business skills during this period. In2002 l decided to take the

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Episode Five: Rita Marcon

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2023/01/02

https://www.instagram.com/rita.marcon6/Kao Salon General Manager - Aust. and NZ@goldwellaus @kmshairau @goldwellnzhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-marcon-071802a8

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Episode Four: Pauline McCabe

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2022/12/19

https://rockpaperscissorsfreo.com.au/https://rockpaperscissorsfreo.com.au/collections/educationpauline_mccabehairrockpaperscissorsfreohttps://shor.by/rockpaperscissors

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