Mini Moment #8: Choosing the Right Colour Brand with Monique McMahon

Choosing a colour brand isn’t just about tubes of tint, it’s one of the biggest financial and cultural decisions you’ll make as a salon owner. In this mini moment, Jen sits down with the incredible Monique McMahon, salon owner and Wella Colour Ambassador, to unpack how to make the right choice for your business and your team.Monique shares why opportunities should be at the top of your list, how to negotiate with brands, and what she looks for to ensure her team thrives in and out of the salon.💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why your colour brand choice is about more than costThe opportunities top brands can offer your team (education, Fashion Week, editorial, social media)The two non negotiable questions to ask when choosing a brandHow to align your salon values with the right partnerWhy “don’t ask, don’t get” is the motto for negotiating with colour companiesIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the sea of colour brands, this chat will give you clarity, confidence, and the courage to ask for what you and your team really need.Timestamps00:00 Introducing Monique McMahon00:33 Choosing the Right Colour Brand01:45 Opportunities with Colour Brands03:09 The Importance of Asking for Opportunities07:45 Monique's Role and Experience09:40 Tips for Salon OwnersMentioned in this episode:https://www.salonrising.com💛 A Limited Time Offer From Our Amazing Sponsor, Timely 💛➡ Timely is the easy to use booking and payments system that puts salon owners in control of the whole client experience from the first booking to final payment.➡ Salon Rising listeners get a 14 day free trial plus 50% off their first 3 months.➡ And until August 1st, when you activate with Payments, you'll also get a free Touchscreen terminal, worth $349 + GST.Use the code SALONRISING at checkout or click the link below to get started. Once you're set up, your Timely contact will take care of the rest. 👇Timely💖 Celebrating Our Podcast Partner – Christophe Robin, proudly distributed by McM ImportsWe’ve partnered with Christophe Robin and MCM Imports to bring you something beautiful:➡ Experience the Christophe Robin Discovery Box — curated by pro ambassador Monique McMahon.➡ Inside, you’ll find her handpicked favourites — the hero products she swears by in the salon.It’s your invitation to explore the range and discover why Christophe Robin has become a quiet obsession among stylists who know their craft.Click the link below to request your FREE Christophe Robin Discovery Box, exclusively through McM Imports. 👇MCM