05. The Assistant’s Perspective: How to Build the Culture New Stylists Crave with Malia Killey

She might be new to the salon floor, but she’s already bringing insight, intention, and a whole lot of heart.In this episode, Malia shares what it’s really like entering the industry as a second-gen stylist — from finding her salon home to learning how to advocate for herself, navigate team dynamics, and build a career that actually lasts.She opens up about what she needed most when she joined the team, what good leadership looks like to her, and what seasoned stylists should know about supporting the next generation.Whether you’re mentoring new talent or just starting out yourself, this one is full of gold.✦ What makes a salon feel like home to a new assistant✦ Why culture and communication matter more than ever✦ The truth about what Gen Z stylists actually wantLet's Connect:✦ Click ⁠here⁠ to follow Angela on Instagram✦ Click ⁠here⁠ to learn more about the show