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EPISODE · Apr 15, 2025 · 18 MIN

291 Why Do Some Stylists Earn So Much More Than Others?

from Grow My Salon Business Podcast · host Antony Whitaker

One of the things that I constantly see in industry Facebook groups is how badly employees are paid, whether we’re talking about apprentices, assistants or stylists… And that isn’t country specific, it’s a general trend of people feeling they’re hard done by to the point of being exploited… But what I literally never see are comments about “How bad the productivity levels of the average hairdresser are.” And obviously that's part of the problem, because what you earn is always going to be a reflection of what you produce.  Join me as I share 15 key traits that set high-earning stylists apart and discover how you can transform your income without thinking you have to go self-employed or change salons. If you're ready to stop blaming and start earning, this episode is your roadmap to financial success in the salon industry.  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Download the Guide: 15 Points for Financial Success as an employed stylist. IN THIS EPISODE: [00:55] Commitment to a positive outlook despite industry challenges[01:20] Observations about compensation complaints in industry Facebook groups[02:07] The connection between productivity and earnings in salons[02:56] Addressing the stylist's mindset about money and compensation[03:39] The reality of salon economics and owner struggles[05:11] Introducing the concept: "You don't get what you want, you get who you are"[06:01] Questions for stylists to assess their own productivity[07:04] Celebrating successful stylists in the industry[07:49] Introduction to "The Half Million Dollar Club" stylists[08:46] Discussion of stylists earning $200-250K annually behind the chair[10:15] Addressing the blame mentality and shifting to personal responsibility[10:51] Introduction to the 15 traits of financially successful stylists[15:47] Practical examples of what successful stylists do consistently  Want MORE to help you GROW? 📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/  RATINGS + REVIEWS 🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!  They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.👉 Here's what you do:- On your phone,Click here  (Read steps below first)- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'- Tap on the empty purple stars and rate 5 stars- Click on ‘Write a Review’ I love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Thank you for your support! 🙏Until next time! Antony 👉 FOLLOW US!Instagram | Facebook | Website

One of the things that I constantly see in industry Facebook groups is how badly employees are paid, whether we’re talking about apprentices, assistants or stylists… And that isn’t country specific, it’s a general trend of people feeling they’re hard done by to the point of being exploited… But what I literally never see are comments about “How bad the productivity levels of the average hairdresser are.” And obviously that's part of the problem, because what you earn is always going to be a reflection of what you produce.  Join me as I share 15 key traits that set high-earning stylists apart and discover how you can transform your income without thinking you have to go self-employed or change salons. If you're ready to stop blaming and start earning, this episode is your roadmap to financial success in the salon industry.  RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Download the Guide: 15 Points for Financial Success as an employed stylist. IN THIS EPISODE: [00:55] Commitment to a positive outlook despite industry challenges[01:20] Observations about compensation complaints in industry Facebook groups[02:07] The connection between productivity and earnings in salons[02:56] Addressing the stylist's mindset about money and compensation[03:39] The reality of salon economics and owner struggles[05:11] Introducing the concept: "You don't get what you want, you get who you are"[06:01] Questions for stylists to assess their own productivity[07:04] Celebrating successful stylists in the industry[07:49] Introduction to "The Half Million Dollar Club" stylists[08:46] Discussion of stylists earning $200-250K annually behind the chair[10:15] Addressing the blame mentality and shifting to personal responsibility[10:51] Introduction to the 15 traits of financially successful stylists[15:47] Practical examples of what successful stylists do consistently  Want MORE to help you GROW? 📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/  RATINGS + REVIEWS 🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!  They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.👉 Here's what you do:- On your phone,Click here  (Read steps below first)- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'- Tap on the empty purple stars and rate 5 stars- Click on ‘Write a Review’ I love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Thank you for your support! 🙏Until next time! Antony 👉 FOLLOW US!Instagram | Facebook | Website

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