23 Years in Beauty: What Jill Kaye Learned About Passion, People & Success | Salon Owner

What does it really take to build a lasting career in an industry driven by trends, people, and constant change? In this episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Jennifer Loehding sits down with Jill Kaye, salon owner and master hairstylist, to talk about what 23 years in the beauty industry has taught her about passion, people, and redefining success. But this conversation goes far beyond hair. Jill shares how mastering your craft, building genuine relationships, and staying committed to growth are what truly create longevity in business. She opens up about the shifts in the salon industry since 2020, the challenges of leadership, and why success today looks very different than it once did. From work ethic and resilience to vulnerability and personal fulfillment, this episode is a powerful reminder that success isn’t just about what you build—it’s about how you feel while building it. Chapters00:00 Instant Gratification Reality00:24 Podcast Welcome Intro02:07 Sponsor Message02:47 Starter Girlz Community Plug03:32 Meet Jill Kaye04:47 How Jill Started07:59 Creativity And Connection13:18 Energy And Showmanship15:36 Salon Industry Shift22:29 Who Stays Or Burns Out26:12 Switch Gears Fast26:32 Talk To People27:16 Earn It First28:41 Skin In The Game29:07 Vulnerability Builds Leaders33:00 Success Is Happiness35:44 Peace Over Checklists37:27 Advice To Younger Self38:40 Stop Feeding Worry39:55 Fun Rapid Fire40:44 Red Lip Confidence41:47 Dream Podcast And Rescue43:44 Trends And Total Freedom44:55 Where To Find Jill45:48 Final Takeaway And Goodbye Connect with Jill Kayehttps://thecolorcovehairsalon.com Connect with Starter Girlzhttps://startergirlz.comTake the 2-Minute Success Block Quiz to discover what may be holding you back. Want to Be a Guest on Starter Girlz Podcast?https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17044863446695017c1879d7b