050 - Katie Hill’s Story: Overcoming Setbacks and Bringing Beauty to Assisted Living

Have a topic request or someone you think we should have on the pod?! Send us a text and let us know!In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, host Lisa Huff chats with Katie Hill, a hairstylist from South Carolina whose heartfelt work in an assisted living facility recently went viral. Katie shares her journey through the beauty industry, the challenges she faced trying to buy her first salon, and how unexpected setbacks led her to a new and fulfilling path.Katie opens up about her experiences working in an assisted living facility, where she brings joy and connection to residents through weekly hair care visits. From her early start in special effects makeup to her viral assisted living hair care videos, Katie's story is one of resilience, community, and finding beauty in unexpected places. She also shares how her work with the elderly has changed her perspective on life, relationships, and her career in the beauty industry.Key Takeaways:Katie’s path to hairstyling started with special effects makeup and led her to unique opportunities like working with Gerber.She faced significant setbacks when trying to buy a salon, ultimately losing the space and her plans after preparing for over three years.After her plans fell apart, Katie found a new home at Hive Salon, where she felt aligned with her team and workFollow Katie on Instagram: @creations.by.k80This summer I'm hosting the Summer Specialization Series: three live virtual panels on the specialties that are really taking off in the industry right now.June 29 — Hair Loss, Extensions, and Enhancements July 27 — Curly Hair August 31 — Scalp Health and Head SpasGrab your spot here: https://stylistsoultribe.mykajabi.com/2026-summer-seriesConnect with Lisa HuffInstagramFacebookYouTube