The Modern Hairstylist ™ Podcast
Teaching you how to grow your beauty business as a hairstylist or salon owner without the overwhelm by implementing modern strategies so you can reclaim time, freedom and energy from working behind the chair.
Episodes
153 episodes
Spoiler: The Top 3 Favorite Strategies of PVP (LIMITED TIME EPISODE)
In this special episode, Hunter Donia takes us behind the scenes of his signature program, PreVisit Pathway (PVP), which has helped over a thousand hairstylists streamline and automate their beauty businesses. With doors to the program re...
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19:52
How To Respond To New/Existing Clients Faster So You Don't Lose Them
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist podcast! Today, we’re diving into a topic that can make or break your client relationships—response time. In a world where instant communication is expected, being slow to respond to new or existing client...
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Season 1
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Episode 150
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12:52
The #1 Distraction In The Industry That's Preventing You From Getting New Clients Right Now
Are you spending too much time perfecting your client experience but still struggling to get new clients? In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, we talk through the biggest distraction in our industry that’s holding you back from gr...
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Season 1
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Episode 149
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13:44
What to Do When You Can't Fit in New Clients (No Hiring Needed)
If you're finding yourself in the challenging position of being so booked that you can't fit in new clients, this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast is a must-listen for you. While it may seem like a great problem to have, being unable t...
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Season 1
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Episode 148
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17:28
Top 3 Strategies To Get Your Clients To Come Back - All About Retention (Part 2)
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast! If you’ve ever wondered how to keep your clients coming back, this episode is for you. We’re diving into high-level strategies that can immediately boost your client retention and keep your busine...
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Season 1
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Episode 147
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17:04
Why Your Clients Leave You - All About Retention (Part 1)
In this week's episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most crucial aspects of running a successful salon business: client retention. This episode offers an inside look of how to unpack why clients may be leaving...
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Season 1
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Episode 146
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31:48
Dealing with Burnout and the Fear & Guilt of Raising Prices
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast! In this episode, we dive into a private one-on-one coaching session where we tackle two pressing challenges hairstylists face today: dealing with burnout and overcoming the fear and guilt associat...
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Season 1
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Episode 145
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35:14
How to Deal with a “Toxic” Work Environment or Unwanted Behavior from an Employee / Co-Worker
In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, I'm joined again by Rob from the Hairdresser Strong Show and Katie Schoenrock, owner of Boss Lady Salon, to tackle a tough but important topic: dealing with colleagues or work-environments that...
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Season 1
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Episode 144
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15:11
Boundaries For Independent Stylists vs. Salon Stylists
Hey there, friends! In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, I'm joined by Rob from the Hairdresser Strong Show and Katie Schoenrock, owner of Boss Lady Salon. We're tackling the important issue of how to set boundaries in you...
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Season 1
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Episode 143
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37:31
Prioritizing New Ideas, Projects and Pushing Through Burnout with Lisa Huff
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast! This week, we're focusing on a crucial topic for independent hairstylists: managing new ideas, juggling projects, and handling burnout. I'm joined once again by the insightful Lisa Huff, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 142
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30:01
Why I Hate WooWoo - An Honest & Open Minded Conversation with Lisa Huff
In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, I had an eye-opening chat with the incredible Lisa Huff. We dove into a topic that's been buzzing around our industry: the concept of "woo-woo." Now, if you're wondering what that even means, y...
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Season 1
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Episode 141
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54:53
SEO Crash Course: How to Rank Higher In Search Results & Be Found By Your Ideal Clients
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast. If you're a hairstylist or salon owner tired of the constant hustle of marketing yourself to attract new clients, this episode is perfect for you. Today, we're diving into Search Engine Optimizati...
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Season 1
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Episode 140
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24:39
The 3 Types of People-Pleasing Hairstylists and Boundary-Setting Tips for Each
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into a topic many independent hairstylists face: people-pleasing. We’re breaking down the three types of people-pleasing hairstylists and sharing practical bo...
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Season 1
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Episode 139
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26:54
Debunking Myths and Misconceptions about Texture and Curly Hair with Martina Nicholas
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of curly hair with the incredible Martina Nicholas, a texture expert and educator who is revolutionizing the industry. Martina shares her personal jour...
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Season 1
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Episode 138
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34:47
What's Working On Social Right Now: Stop Posting For Engagement And Start Posting To Make Money
In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, I delve into the current trends in social media marketing for hairstylists, urging you to shift your focus from mere engagement to strategies that drive real financial results. I passionately a...
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Season 1
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Episode 137
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29:07
Hiring a Virtual Assistant, Social Media Manager, etc.: How do you know when you're ready and what to consider
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist podcast! In this episode, we'll explore how to determine if you're ready to hire a virtual assistant, social media manager, or any other support for your business. Last week, we focused on hiring personal ...
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Season 1
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Episode 136
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31:08
Hiring a Personal Salon Assistant: How do you know you're ready and what to expect
Hey there, friend! Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast. Today, we're diving into a crucial question: "How do I know when I’m ready to hire a personal salon assistant?" Drawing from my own experiences and lessons learned, I'm here to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 135
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24:36
Next-Level Consultation Strategies For Difficult Clients & Setting Clear Expectations
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast! In this episode, we are speaking about strategies for those tricky clients and setting clear expectations. As hairstylists, we pride ourselves on our communication skills, but sometimes the data t...
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Season 1
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Episode 134
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24:42
How To Make Marketing A Whole Lot Easier For You
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast. If marketing your beauty business feels like an overwhelming, time-consuming beast, this episode is your lifesaver. Today, I’m sharing my no-BS strategies to make your marketing efforts simpler an...
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Season 1
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Episode 133
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18:56
How To Conquer Imposter Syndrome with Mattea Hunter
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast! Today I am so excited to chat with Mattea Hunter about a topic that touches many of us in the beauty industry—imposter syndrome. Mattea is a seasoned beauty pro with nearly 20 years under her belt...
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Season 1
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Episode 132
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27:48
5 Biggest Pricing Mistakes Hairstylists Make
If you've been struggling with setting the perfect prices for your beauty business, this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast is perfect for you. I share some tips on pricing strategies to ensure you're not just making ends meet, but thriv...
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Season 1
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Episode 131
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19:47
My Rant About Salon Policies & Last Minute Cancellations On The Hairstylist Rising Podcast
Welcome to a very special episode of the Modern Hairstylist Podcast. Today, I'm excited to share a conversation originally hosted by Jodie Brown on "The Hairstylist Rising Podcast," where we dove deep into a topic that touches every salo...
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Season 1
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Episode 130
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49:38
The Pep Talk You Probably Need Right Now
Welcome back to another invigorating episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast. Today, I want to dive deep into a problem plaguing many in our community—the overwhelming sensation of burnout. It's become a silent pandemic, touching lives across...
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Season 1
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Episode 129
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17:59
4 Pillars of a Scalable Business Behind The Chair
Welcome back to the Modern Hairstylist Podcast, my friend! In this eye-opening episode, we delve deep into the essence of creating a scalable business model that not only enhances your profitability but also ensures a memorable customer experie...
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Season 1
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Episode 128
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22:43
2024 Client Experience Trends You Should Pay Attention To
Welcome back to The Modern Hairstylist Podcast. Today, I'm spilling the tea on transforming your salon's client experience into something legendary. Imagine a world where your clients are so in love with your service that they become your...
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Season 1
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Episode 127
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26:02