The Hairdresser Strong Show

49:52

Building Beyond the Platform: Community,...

The Hairdresser Strong Show ·

2026/10/05

In this episode, Yene Damtew and Jamal Edmonds talk about what it really takes to build a platform with substance, from showing up professionally and maintaining authentic relationships to collaborating with brands, uplifting other educators, creating opportunities for local talent, and using influence to build community instead of keeping the spotlight only on themselves.They also share the origin and purpose behind Coil Confidential, an immersive textured-hair education event happening October 19

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45:43

From Corporate Beauty to Product Founder: Building a...

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2026/09/29

In this episode, Nathan Puksta, Founder & CEO of Filament Sciences, shares how he went from corporate beauty at L’Oréal to becoming a licensed beauty professional, entrepreneur, and product founder building a science-backed haircare brand.Nathan talks about what it really takes to build a product line: understanding the market, solving a real problem, building relationships before you need them, working with chemists and manufacturers, developing a product from scratch, and knowing when an idea

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34:36

[Special Event Promo] Science Over Trends: Building...

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2026/09/26

Are trends helping or hurting curls? In this episode of the Hairdresser Strong Show, we spoke with Stacey Prescott, curl scientist, educator, master cosmetologist, salon owner, author, and creator of CURLtelligence™, about science Over trends.Stacey breaks down why curl care cannot only be based on trends, product claims, or one-size-fits-all advice. Her work focuses on understanding how natural curls actually behave, then using that knowledge to create better results, stronger consultations, and

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54:55

The Voice of a Hairdresser: Branding, Curating a...

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2026/09/15

In this episode, Ricky Hodge, celebrity hairstylist, educator, content creator, and 19-year industry veteran, shares his perspective on what it really means to stand out as a hairdresser.Ricky talks about stepping out of the box, building a personal brand, curating the right clientele, raising prices with confidence, and understanding that the haircut is only one part of the client experience. He also opens up about starting later in the industry, dealing with salon toxicity, becoming an educator,

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53:19

From Hairdresser to Tech Founder: Building Wellness,...

The Hairdresser Strong Show ·

2026/08/31

In this episode, Elizabeth Faye, shares how she went from finding her way into the beauty industry as a teenager to building community, education, and wellness platforms for beauty professionals.Elizabeth talks about the experiences that shaped her career, from working behind the chair and owning a salon to building Hair Love retreats, serving schools and salons through The Vitality Project, and developing wellness technology for the industry.For beauty pros, educators, salon owners, and

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50:35

How to Step Away From Behind the Chair and Run Your...

The Hairdresser Strong Show ·

2026/08/17

In this episode, Demetrios Bafitis, stylist, barber, and multi-location salon owner of Bella Bethesda and Jordan Thomas Salon & Spa, shares how he went from working seven days a week behind the chair to running his salons remotely while spending much of his time in Greece.Demetrios talks about what it really takes to step away from behind the chair and work on the business, not just in it: building a leadership team, creating systems, letting go of control, offering flexibility and benefits,

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47:21

Building Grooming Lounge and Sustaining a Men’s...

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2026/08/03

In this episode, Mike Gilman, CEO & Founder of Grooming Lounge, shares the story behind building one of the early men’s grooming destinations and sustaining the brand for more than two decades. Mike talks about growing up around the beauty industry, spotting an opportunity in men’s grooming before it became mainstream, launching an e-commerce site from his basement, and eventually opening a physical Grooming Lounge location at a time when landlords still questioned whether men would pay for

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44:27

From 1 Salon to 9: Filipe Santos on Growth,...

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2026/07/27

In this episode, Filipe Santos (@chop_safil), CEO of Chop Enterprises, shares how he went from tattoo artist and union carpenter to building a multi-location salon company with nine salons across New York, New Jersey, and Miami.Filipe breaks down the growth, leadership, and execution behind scaling from one salon to nine, including how he built leaders, created systems, recruited talent, used marketing, acquired salons, negotiated owner financing, and developed a shared services platform to support

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01:03:21

Booked Isn't Enough: Understanding the Numbers Behind...

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2026/07/23

You can be booked, busy, and making money, and still not understand what is actually happening inside your business.In this episode, Chrystal Graves, Founder & CEO of LiQUiD, shares how her career took her from apprentice to salon owner, from scaling multiple salon concepts to selling her salon, and now into building an AI-powered business tool for beauty professionals. She breaks down why understanding your numbers, systems, pricing, expenses, and take-home pay matters, and why beauty pros need

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32:17

Build a Team That Stays | Eva DuPont | Director of...

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2026/07/13

You can care deeply about your team and still be missing the structure that helps them stay.That is the part a lot of salon/shop owners feel, but do not always know how to fix.In this episode, Eva DuPont, Director of Business Development at Infiniti HR, breaks down why building a team that stays is not just about hiring good people, it is about creating clarity around expectations, compensation, benefits, HR, payroll, compliance, and growth. She explains how small gaps in structure can turn into

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34:51

Stop Posting & Hoping | Zach Zinober | Social Media...

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2026/07/06

We spoke with Zach Zinober, Social Media Advisor at Crystal Hook Media, about what it really means to stop posting and hoping and start building a social media system that supports your brand.This Live turned into a full social media Q&A covering posting frequency, motivating staff to post, TikTok, rebuilding a brand, algorithm changes, reusing content, planning ahead, and making social media feel less overwhelming.🎧Quick Note: There are a couple of brief moments where the audio quality drops

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34:20

Mindfulness for Busy Beauty Pros | Wafaya Abdallah |...

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2026/06/29

🌿As beauty pros, we spend our days listening, creating, problem-solving, holding space, managing energy, and helping other people feel better. But without tools to regulate our own nervous system, it is easy to carry everyone else’s stress home with us.In this episode, Wafaya Abdallah, Owner of Oasis Curl Salon, mindful meditation teacher, and certified life coach, shares how mindfulness can help busy beauty pros regulate stress, stay present with clients, and protect their own energy behind the

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27:08

Turn Time into Growth | Mireya Villarreal | Founder,...

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2026/06/22

You can be busy all day and still feel like nothing is really growing. That is the part a lot of beauty pros feel, but do not always know how to name.In this episode, Mireya Villarreal, Founder of From Chair to Boss™ and Pink Pewter, breaks down why time management is not just about being organized, it is about understanding what your time is worth and using it to grow. She shares how restructuring her own business after a major setback changed the way she viewed every minute, and how beauty pros

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35:17

Building Your Investment Plan as a Beauty Pro |...

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2026/06/15

You do not need to be rich to start investing. But you do need a plan.In this episode, Nicole Carson, CFP®, MBA and founder of 2nd Story Wealth Planners, breaks down how beauty professionals can start building an investment plan around real-life factors like debt, uneven income, taxes, retirement goals, and fear of the market. She explains why investing is not only for wealthy people and how consistency, time, and a clear plan can help beauty pros build long-term financial security.🚨🎤 Nicole

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28:57

Retention, Loyalty, and the Client Experience |...

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2026/06/08

In this episode, Jozlyn Miller, Manager of Education and Industry Expert at Boulevard, breaks down why retention may be one of the most profitable growth strategies beauty professionals are underusing.She shares how improving the client experience, rebooking conversations, service add-ons, memberships, and client education can help salons and spas increase revenue from existing clients.🚨🎤 Jozlyn will be taking the stage at the 4th annual Beauty Business Brunch on July 19th in Washington, DC, where

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26:36

Missed Messages, Missed Money: How Communication Gaps...

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2026/06/01

In this episode, Shana Murphy, Founder of Style Smart VA, breaks down one of the easiest ways beauty professionals lose money without realizing it: missed or unmanaged client communication.She explains how auditing your DMs, texts, emails, forms, and follow-ups can help you capture more inquiries, book more clients, increase repeat visits, and stop letting revenue slip through the cracks.🚨🎤Shawna will be leading the VIP session at the 4th annual Beauty Business Brunch on July 19th in Washington,

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37:33

Systems & Scaling Locations | Jannay McIver | Owner,...

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2026/05/25

In this episode, Jannay McIver, Owner of Asili Hair Care Center, breaks down what salon owners need to have in place before scaling to multiple locations. From documenting every part of the client experience to knowing your numbers, trusting your team, and building systems that work without everything living in your head, this conversation is a practical look at what it really takes to grow a salon business.🚨🎤Jannay will be joining the Owner’s Panel at our upcoming Conference, Beauty Business

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42:06

Why Cosmetology Schools Are at Risk and What the...

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2026/05/18

In this episode, Charles Riser Jr., Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Paul Mitchell Temple Academies in Annapolis and Frederick, breaks down the federal rule changes that could affect cosmetology schools, student funding, and access to beauty education.He explains why the wage metrics being used are flawed, how the data fails to reflect the real earning power of licensed professionals, and why the industry needs to get louder, more informed, and more involved.📣🚨Submit your comment by Wed. May 20 -

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41:56

Salon Team Building: Recruitment, Leadership, and...

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2026/05/11

In this episode, Ash Fortis, owner of XO Hair Lab and Director of Education at Sharkfin Shears, breaks down what it actually takes to build and retain a strong salon team. From recruitment and assistant training to leadership, communication, boundaries, and retention, Ash shares how structure, support, and clear expectations create a salon culture where people can grow and stay.🚨🎤Ash will be joining the Owner’s Panel at our upcoming Conference, Beauty Business Brunch 2026 in DC, where we’ll go

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46:26

Heart-Led Leadership & Hard Decisions: Culture,...

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2026/05/04

In this episode, Ash Fortis, owner of XO Hair Lab and Director of Education at Sharkfin Shears, shares how health challenges, financial pressure, sweat equity, and major business setbacks shaped the leader she became.From navigating a team walkout during COVID to rebuilding stronger, Ash breaks down the hard side of heart-led leadership: protecting the culture, making difficult decisions, and creating a salon team that can actually last.🚨🎤Ash will be joining the Owner’s Panel at our upcoming

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