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Grow My Salon Business Podcast

Antony Whitaker

I know that being in business isn’t always easy. Along with the many highs and ‘a ha’ moments it can sometimes be soul destroying, frustrating and a very lonely place to be. Being a business owner is one of life’s greatest educations and it gives you two clear choices, either you continually learn, adapt and grow, or you resist change, stagnate and perish. We live in ever changing and sometimes challenging times, so being informed and constantly inspired is more important than ever. Join Antony

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241 How to Thrive Through All Phases of the Salon...

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2024/04/23

The entrepreneurial journey is an ever-evolving process and every stage brings with it unique challenges and opportunities. The creative aspects of the salon industry are often what attract people to it, but if you’re going to make a success of yourself in a creative industry, it’s every bit as important to focus on the financial side too. Today’s guest is Sean Hanna, a London-based hairdresser and multi-salon owner, property owner, business consultant, and entrepreneur in the real sense

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What are the 3 Biggest Challenges that Many Salon...

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2024/04/16

As a salon owner you will have many responsibilities, but they can all be summarised by saying that; “You are the person that is ultimately responsible for the success of your business".And that takes more than just being good at doing hair, having a great location, and a column of your own clients… Obviously, those things are important, and they will help you get ‘out of the gate’ so to speak, but in reality - they are just the beginning. In my experience, the 3 biggest challenges, that

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239 A Global Salon Perspective with Richard Ashforth

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2024/04/09

Success as a hairdresser comes in many forms. For some it's purely creative, for others it’s all about building a clientele, succeeding as an educator, or building a business.To have success in multiple areas isn't easy, which is why in many cases, when you see a successful business, it's often because there is a partnership between someone with a business focus and another partner with a creative focus. When you get the balance right, you can create something very special.My guest today is

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37:59

238 Building a Sellable Salon Business with Zach Dogar

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2024/04/02

Why is it that 80% of businesses that go to market never get an offer, meaning those business owners have to close the doors on all their hard work and walk away. If you’re a salon owner, the day will come when you are going to relinquish control of your business. This episode focuses on how you can increase your chances of being able to sell your business when that day comes rather than being forced to shut it down.My guest is Zach Dogar, a business broker and exit strategy specialist in

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59:26

237 How Technology Can Transform Your Salon Business...

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2024/03/26

One of the biggest changes to take place in the hair and beauty industry during the course of my career has been the uptake of tech, especially in relation to the business side of running a salon. Today’s guest is Jo Burgess, a former hairdresser and the co-founder of Shortcuts Salon Management Software. Since the early ‘90s, Jo and her team have been at the forefront of developing tech-based solutions for the salon industry. In today’s episode, we will discuss: ● The impact that the

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235 Finding and Keeping Your Best-Fit Clients with...

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2024/03/12

As a salon owner, one of the biggest challenges affecting a salon's growth is that first-time clients are simply not returning, with numerous studies showing that after their first visit, 65% of clients are not going back to that same salon a second time. My guest on today’s episode is Kati Whitledge, who has developed a piece of “matchmaking” marketing software, Mya, that not only assists salon owners in attracting new clients but matches them with the stylist who is most likely to connect with

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234 The 7 Roles of Salon Management with Antony Whitaker

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2024/03/05

“He or she who makes no mistakes usually doesn’t make anything.” Business, just like life, is never going to go entirely to plan. So, be prepared to make mistakes! One of the biggest (if not the biggest) mistakes that salon owners make is underestimating what it takes to manage a business. If this sounds like you, don’t worry; we’re here to help. In this episode, I take you through an overview of the 7 core areas of salon management that underpin what it takes to build a stand-out salon

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233 Salon Industry Evolution with Mario Verrilli

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2024/02/27

My guest on today’s episode is Mario Verrilli, owner of the Onaré Salon in Mississauga, Ontario, and author of a book titled, ‘The Fall of the Hair Salon and What to Do About It: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Future of the Beauty Salon Industry.’ The salon industry is under constant reinvention, and Mario has many years of first-hand experience with the changes that are taking place. This has led him to learn the invaluable skill of “getting comfortable with being uncomfortable.” In today’s

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232 Building a Thriving Salon: Insights from Martha...

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2024/02/20

Owning a salon business will always come with a multitude of challenges, and when you’re in the midst of a struggle, it’s easy to focus on the negatives, which can very quickly lead you to overwhelm and burn out. However, if you can change your mindset and start to see the positive side of things, you’re far more likely to overcome whatever hurdles you face. My guest on today’s episode is Martha Lynn Kale, a salon owner who has grown her business from a 1000 square foot space with 5 chairs and

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231 If your “Why” is Big Enough you’ll Find a Way...

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2024/02/13

“Find your why because it will get you through anything.” The majority of our listeners are salon owners, and many of you are also parents, both of which come with a whole host of challenges and rewards. My guest today is salon owner and father CJ Morello, and for him and his wife, the work-life balance struggles have been exacerbated by the fact that their two young children are profoundly autistic. As you will hear today, the journey hasn’t been an easy one, but his inner strength, combined with

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230 Surviving a Staff Walkout with Antony Whitaker

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2024/02/06

“There is always a lesson if you look for it!” Today’s episode was inspired by an email from a salon owner who is currently in the middle of dealing with the loss of 50% of his business after his ex-manager and a stylist left to open their own salon. In this episode, I drive home the fact that in the world of business, people are bound to come and go, and there will be no shortage of obstacles. However, with every challenge comes an opportunity to learn and grow. Tune in today to hear about

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229 Annie Humphreys: The Mother of Modern Hair Colour.

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2024/01/30

In this episode, my guest is Annie Humphreys, a true icon in the world of hairdressing and an important part of the success of the Vidal Sassoon salons and schools. Annie is quite simply the colourist who paved the way for those who followed into the world of modern hair colour. Join us as Annie takes a trip down memory lane and shares her experiences in the ever-evolving salon industry from the 1950s to the 21st century. Although this interview was recorded in 2015, the lessons that Annie

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54:14

228 Celebrating Angus Mitchell: Life, Love, and...

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2024/01/23

2024 started off on a very sad note for the hairdressing world with the passing of Angus Mitchell. Angus was the son of the late Paul Mitchell, who was the co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems. As someone who had the privilege of having a close working relationship with the company, I was fortunate enough to ‘on occasion’ have spent a little time with Angus, and he was always full of life, love, and genuine kindness. This week's podcast is a re-release of episode 46, which I originally

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227 Profit: Understanding it and Making More of it in...

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2024/01/16

In today’s episode, we’re going to focus on one of the most misunderstood concepts among salon industry professionals: the ‘P’ word (i.e. PROFIT). Reliable data in the salon industry is often hard to come by. But, what is usually agreed on is that when it comes to profit margins, the average salon has a net profit margin of somewhere between 0-8%. The good news is that with a little bit of education and thoughtful strategising, that is something we can change! So, if you’re unsure what exactly

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226 Make 2024 the Year of Results, Not Resolutions!

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2024/01/09

What would your “best year ever” look like? As a salon owner, perhaps it would involve attracting more new clients, an increase in revenue, increasing the profit margin, or even opening another salon. Setting these kinds of resolutions is important, but it’s the easy part. Turning them into reality is where the real challenge lies. Tune into today’s episode to hear what it’s going to take to achieve your biggest goals, and let’s make 2024 the year of results! For full show notes, links and

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225 The “Heart to Hand” Philosophy of Salon Education...

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2024/01/03

“Information given without emotion is very rarely remembered.” So much has changed in the two years since Gianni Scumaci was last on the podcast, including the incredible growth his digital education platform has experienced, his new academy space outside of Rome, and the development of an exciting new app that is sure to enhance the salon experience for owners, hairdressers, and clients everywhere! In today’s podcast, we will discuss: - Gianni’s “heart to hand” philosophy - How

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224 Trends Currently Shaping the Salon Industry with...

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2023/12/26

For our last episode of 2023, we’re joined by a guest who always brings a unique, highly informed perspective on the hair and beauty industry. There is nobody more fitting to share an overview of the business trends that have come to the forefront over the past year and what the future may hold. Gordon Miller is the CEO and President of Beauty Cast Network, a platform that connects young people with potential employers, and the host of two podcasts, Mastering Beauty and Social Beauty Makers. In

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223 Wrapping up 2023 with the Gift of Kindness with...

Grow My Salon Business Podcast ·

2023/12/19

The end of the year is a time for reflection, gratitude, appreciation, and most of all, kindness. The single most important gift you can give yourself and others is the gift of kindness. As we begin to wrap up 2023, we want to wish you all a joyful festive season; one in which you have the opportunity to celebrate your wins, forgive yourself for your mistakes (we’ve all made them, don’t worry!), and make a positive difference in the lives of those around you, whether it’s the clients in your

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58:16

222 The Changing World of Online Hairdressing...

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2023/12/12

The last few years have seen a change in how hairdressers and salon owners access and present education. Online learning platforms have become a well established option to complement live education and have the dual benefit of providing quality learning opportunities for people across the globe and expanding the skill sets of hairdressers themselves. Over the past few months, I’ve interviewed several industry educators who have embraced the online space and today I’m going to be speaking with

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221 House of Sassoon: Reinventing a Heritage Brand...

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2023/12/05

The Sassoon brand will be celebrating its 70th birthday next year, and it is as relevant as ever before. Like many businesses, the last couple of years forced the Sassoon leadership team to reevaluate the way forward because if a business is to stay relevant, it mustn't be afraid to reinvent. The result is House of Sassoon, a concept that combines different salon models, hair education, ambassador programs, and more under one roof in arguably the coolest part of London. On this week’s

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