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Ask The Color Expert — 258 episodes

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Risk, Reinvention & Relationships with Janie Tongue

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When a Client Leaves You: Robin Cherkin on Confidence, Experience & Trusting Yourself Podcast Description

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How Do You Take Time Off Without Losing Your Clients? | Featuring Leisha Thompson of The Traveling Hair Stylist

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The Exit Strategy Every Hairstylist Needs: How Jack Mahoney Successfully Sold His Book of Business

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Authenticity, Education & Building a Salon Life That Actually Works with Lauren Herzog

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Beauty at the Beach: Why In-Person Education Still Matters in 2026

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The Truth About Hair Color: Science, Gray Coverage & Smarter Formulation with Dennis Gebhart

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Scalp, Science & Smarter Color: What Every Stylist Should Know with Erica Billingsley

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ChatGPT Isn’t Your Business Coach (But This Might Be)

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It’s Never Too Late to Start Over: From Healthcare Executive to Beauty School at 51

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From Shark Bite to Full‑Life Living: Resilience, Gratitude & Redefining Fear

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Humor, Authenticity & Simplifying Hair Education with Morgan Thomas

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Why I’m Not Washing My Hair Anymore (Sort Of)

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Glaze Smarter, Not Harder: Why Recipes Can Backfire — and What to Do Instead

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Gratitude Behind the Chair: A Holiday Season Reset for Stylists

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Embracing Tech Behind the Chair: How Stylists Can Step Into Smarter Business Habits

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Beyond the Swatch: Why Hot Roots Happen & How to Prevent Them

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Building an Eco‑Conscious Beauty Business from the Inside Out: Guest Jacquelyn Rodriguez

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Closing a Legacy, Opening a New Chapter: 36 Years Behind the Chair

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Beyond the Chair: What They’ll Remember Isn’t Your 12-Hour Days

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Creative Balance: The Four Archetypes with Vivienne Mackinder

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The 7‑Year Edge: When the Itch Becomes a Gift

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From Stylist to Salon Owner: My Right Hand to Creating Her Own Brand With Donna Ryan

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Communicating Through the Chaos: How Salon Owners Can Grow Culture & Clarity

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Still Doing Cap Highlights? Why It’s Time to Rethink Your Color Routine

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Gracefully Gray: Embracing Dimensional Color & Low-Maintenance Beauty

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20 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner: Real Talk Every Stylist Needs to Hear

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Simplify Your Color Line, Maximize Your Profit!

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Wake Up and Smell Your Bullshit!

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Top 5 Things Costing You Money Behind the Chair

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HAIR HACKS: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

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The Secret to Standout Color: Customization, Dimension & Breaking the 6N Cycle

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In-Person is Back! Tracey Napotnik on Building the Pennsylvania Beauty Show

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Formulas: To Share or Not to Share?

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Michael Cole Shares His Journey on Navigating Grief

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Wake up Professional Hairstylists Something is Very Wrong Here!

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Christmas Coffee with Gary Call

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Take Your Salon Revenue to the Next Level with StudioYou Education

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The Secret to my Salon's Success is hiring My Salon Concierge

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Human Design for the Hairstylist with Alice Wilcox

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Hair Color is Now 400.00!!!!! WHAT?!

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EDUCATOR EXCELLENCE WITH BLAKE REED EVANS: TIPS FROM A GLOBAL REDKEN PRO ARTIST

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A Yelp like Rating System for Clients?

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Empower & Earn: Lacey Gebo on Training Your Assistant & Income Growth

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Stand Out as a Colorist | Color Analysis Tool

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Grey Blending — an Untapped Market for Hairstylists

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Internet Trolls -- OH MY!

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My Solo Adventure to France and The Lessons Learned

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Taking Care of YOU and Getting Uncomfortable

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How To Get Yo Money Mane with Gary Gereau

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Educating Tomorrow's Stylists: Rachel McMillan's Role as Salon Owner and Educator

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Premiere Orlando Show Recap

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Silencing Your Inner Critic with Special Guest Kelly Abanda

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A Brand New Stylist Salon Equipment Registry WTF!

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Journey of a Mentor: The Story of Bobbi DeBerard, Salon Owner & National Educator

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Formulating Glazes with Beauty Executive Jessica Constantino

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Vidal Sassoon Foundation & Mastery of Haircutting with Mike Valera

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Hair Balls, Crazy Ubers and Horses, Oh My!

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Hairstylists, Learn How to Protect your Energy Behind the Chair | Renee Lennox

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My Two Cents on Some Controversial Topics in Social Forums for Hairstylists

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Understanding the Structure of Hair: IUVENI with Camie Parsons

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The Art of Coloring Curly Hair with Stacey Presscot

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The Importance of a Hair and Scalp Detox with Stacey Prescott

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Talking All Things Color with Ian McCabe, The Formulation Rock Star!

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Emily Pinegar, Owner of Salon M + Suites On Educating the Next Generation of Stylist through Apprenticeship

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Sophia Hyde | Life Coach, Speaker and Author of the book "Unleash your Favorite Self."

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Salon Owner, Author, & Coach Stacy Monroe shares her Journey in the Beauty Industry

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Understanding Autism in the World of Hairstyling | Tara Abramowicz, Redken's Global Artist

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New Year New You! Do More in 2024!

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5 Tips to Thrive during Holiday Chaos for Hair Stylists

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Is Customer Service a Necessity or a Specialty?

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Are You Going The Extra Mile For Clients But Feeling Taken For Granted?

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Building Diverse Platforms for Hair and Beauty Professionals | Janie Tongue & Jonty Olivier

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Meet a Few Members of the Hair Color Secrets Insiders Sharing Their Results

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I Am Happy When...

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Inspiration: What Hair Stylists Can Learn From Sororities

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The Path to Unapologetic Brilliance with Tracy Ftacek

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Maria Fontana | Hairstylist Reinvention and Exit Strategy

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Expectation vs Reality | Is your work as strong as your brand?

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Are you playing the BLAME GAME? Success behind the chair is an INSIDE JOB!

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Be Yourself, Because Everyone Else is Taken

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If I Could Turn Back Time These Are Things I Would Do Differently

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Stacey Prescott: The Art of a Natural Curl!

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Jessica Ramsey: Solo Travel and Taking Risks

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Health for Hairdressers: Put Yourself First!

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Do you know what's in your tube?

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Top 10 Most Common Mistakes in Hair Color

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My Top 25 Tips for a Killer Color Consultation

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Nina Kovner: Branding and The Power of The Pivot!

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John Di Julius: Salon Owner of 30 yrs, Author and Business Consultant on How to Become a Billionaire

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Jessee Skittrall is changing our industry one state at a time and needs our help to create true impact!

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Fired up and Frustrated!

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A Letter from a Frustrated Client Looking For a Quality Colorist

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Texture Matters!

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50 Shades of Grey

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How AI is Being Used in the Beauty Industry with Gordon Miller

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Curly Haircut and Styling Tips with Curl Expert Keesha George

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Pricing For Profit The Solution To Emotional Pricing with Alicia Soulier Founder of Salon Scale

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"David's Bridal" and the Importance of The Guest Experience

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Jack Howard shares his passion for color education

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Aura Mae Owner of Azarra Salon and Wine Shares her Passion for Hair Color and Education

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Jason Everett Co Founder of High Performance Salon Academy

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Are you losing out on money by making up random prices?

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Collaboration over Competition - Clever, No Cost Marketing Ideas

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My 2 Cents on Gratuities

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Chris Sulimay on Letting Go to Make Room for the New

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Lisa Bodnar my very first employee shares her journey into salon ownership

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Aimee Migirova owner of Emma Justine Salon in Louisville Kentucky specializes in extensions and blonding services

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Lisa Wenger a Hair Loss Specialist sheds light on Covid hair loss and more

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The Journey to a 6-Figure Stylist with Robin Cherkin

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My Hairstylist... Johnny!

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Lindsay entirely changed the way she performs her color services as an Insider

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Corrective Color Remix - 3 Myths About Hair Color Holding You Back

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Leaping with NO Net with Alejandra Crisafulli

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How Luxe Color Lounge raised over $3,000 for charity by hosting a FUN, in-salon event and how your salon can too

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Mary and Phillip Wilson creators of the Wilson Collective and the Wilson Method of cutting

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Kelly Abanda shares how to Design your Detour and live your best life

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An invitation to join me in sunny Florida for a life changing 2 day retreat for hairstylists Beauty at the Beach

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Sylvia Perez joins me and shares her journey from commission salon owner to to solo suite salon owner

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Mickey Alan Kravitz a musician, song writer, voice over actor and band manager creates a hair product of his own

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Award winning hair stylist and educator Vivienne Mackinder shares the habits for success behind the chair...

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Liz Benke owner of the successful Elizabeth Benke and Associates salon shares her unique exit strategy from salon ownership and what her next steps are...

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Lisa Gilbride Shares her Transformation as a Hair Color Secrets Insider and Now a Fearless Formulator

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Is it time for a change?

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The Importance of Determining the Natural Level

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Theresa Miulli, CEO of The Intentional Classroom and the Cosmetology Exam Review, and I chat about the cultural shift needed in Cosmetology Schools

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Parker Cornelius, Co-Founder of Merchant of Beauty, brings us Rob Forgione, Founder of Infuse My. colour, all the way from Australia to have a very colorful conversation.

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$69.00 in product for one grey coverage client? WTF!

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Renee Lennox corporate girl turned Holistic Health Practitioner shares how we can take charge of our health as hairstylists

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Stop Breaking Up With Clients

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Sustainable Salon Practices with Jacquelyn Rodriguez Founder of the Clean Beauty Biz Method

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Brandi Taylor Beauty Business Coach - Empowering Beauty Bosses to Effectively Market their Business for Growth

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How to save THOUSANDS on hair color costs with VISH

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Hair Color Confidence

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Dean Forbes Salon Optimization Coach returns to the podcast to discuss true salon profitability

136

Lori Fudens Redken Educator, Salon Owner and creator of the Hair Stylist Accelerator Program

137

Jennifer Hernon returns to finish our chat about grey hair tips

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Jennifer Hernon shares her experience with stepping out from behind the chair for the first time

139

Bobbi DeBerard Founder of Revolutionary Hair Academy and Jack Winn Senior Educator

140

Neil Ducoff founder of Strategies Business Coaching for salons and spas and author shares his thoughts on no compromise leadership

141

Francesca Rivetti a salon owner, winner of NAHA award, a hair innovator, rebellious disciplinarian and creator of Hair CHI

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Taylor Jameson salon owner, academy owner and expert educator shares her passion for mentorship.

143

Janet Lombardi - 50 yrs as a hair stylist and still going strong!

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Bob Phillip is a Salon Business Partner at Salon Centric we chat about the importance of proper pricing

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Jessee Skittrall Beauty Industry Disruptor returns to the podcast to chat about all things color

146

Aldona Stefanczyk a hairstylist and Matrix educator facing your fears and going for it

147

Athina Kurlansik a colorist at the Grove Salon Orlando and I chat about photography tips and the importance of continued education

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Stacey Juratovac a multifaceted stylist is a suite owner, massage therapist and nail tech passionate about advanced education

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Kristi Ogren a California salon owner carries on her family's salon business

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Vivienne MacKinder award winning hairstylist and educator on true learning through a strong mentorship

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Natalie Varrasso author of Love Your Hair is embracing women transitioning to grey through next level consultations

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'WTF' - "my client's hair is breaking off like crazy..."

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Maria Fontana Best Selling author, educator and leading business and salon consultant chatting about setting ego aside and finding your happy place.

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Gina Stansfield on taking the leap to owning a solo suite

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Gary Call Head Coach at Kin North America and lifelong hairstylist

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John Palmieri - Lifetime Hairdresser, Business & Leadership Coach for Salon Owners

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David Kinigson author of the Haircutters Handbook, independent educator and editorial hair dresser

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Tomas Delamilera a passionate educator and mentor for hair cutting

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Zan Ray and Tom Collins on Igniting the Power, passion and strength of couples in Business

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Lorrie Villano: Redken Educator and behind the chair stylist shares her passion for educating all things Redken

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Are you going glazey crazy?

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Tracy Ftacek: salon owner and beauty disruptor embracing technology

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Jessee Skittrall is a disruptor in our beauty industry changing how we do beauty school for the better!

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Danielle LeoGrande a New Jersey colorist and I chatting about lived in color and working with family

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Lindsey Olson Redken Ambassador and Editorial Stylist shares her passion for all hair textures

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Danielle DiGiovanni owner of Sl8 Hair Lounge celebrates 5 years and a lot of lessons as a salon owner

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Rae DeGideo on specializing in curly hair and an organic approach to beauty

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Samantha Blues on Learning the Chemistry of Color while having fun

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Chatting with Ian McCabe on all things color!

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James Atkinson on Leaving a Legacy of Education for Hairstylists

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Fill those empty spaces in your appointment book while you sleep with Patrick from REACH

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Finding your inspiration through taking time away with Donna Roggio

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The ultimate salon recruiting platform: Canvas Me - Jen and Matt Martinell

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Are you using Instagram properly for new client growth?

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Avoiding Adjustments as a Colorist

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James Alba Co Founder of the Movement of Sustainable Salons

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Beth Minardi my hair color mentor and High Priestess of Haircolor have a chat

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Maura Manzo the benefits of Yoga and Breath Work for the busy stylist

179

Clint Pulver author of "I love it here: How great leaders create organizations people never want to leave."

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Trisha Stewart of Barbarella Salon on being a better leader

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Katrina Kelly Salon Owner, Educator, member of Joico European Design Team shares her passion for all things color and teaching left handed stylists

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Rowena Yeager Owner of Studio Wish and Leadershift Coach on our ever changing industry

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It's time to become an Expert Colorist!

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Ben Mollin ~ hairstylist, public speaking coach, home school Dad he does it all

185

Brandie Bracy ~ Helping Hairstylists attract new clients and conquer technology overwhelm

186

Diann Wingert Hairstylists and ADHD as a Super Power

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Piper DeYoung - Brand Mentor and Graphic Designer for Hairstylists

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Dr. Lew the Psy-Cosmetologist: The Importance of Communication and Perspective

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Mireya Villareal from Pink Pewter- sharing her passion for the financial side of our beauty biz

190

Johnny Stellato Salon Professional Empowerment Coach Shares Some Inspiration GEMS

191

Nikki Le- Fighting for Financial Literacy in the Beauty Business (one bite size piece at a time!)

192

Dean Forbes - IMPACT Coach Shares How to Get Out of Your Own Way, and Earn Six-Figures Behind Your Chair

193

Chiala Marvici: Global Color Artist and creator of the Hand Pressed Color Technique

194

Jennifer Jade Alvarez: Salon Owner, Podcast Host and Beauty Biz Coach on the power of mentorship and training the next generation of stylists

195

Kirsten Downes: Beauty School at age 50 and a $1000.00 day in her first year!

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Breaking Down Your Walls with Oscar Valencia Jr

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Forever a Student with Joe Santy

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Do You Know Your Numbers? with The Beauty Business Coach - Donna Roggio

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Dawn Bradley: Over-Giving + Expectations

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Misti Walker: Ask and You Will Receive

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Jay Williams: How to Leave Your Mark

202

Kay Binnersley: Haircolor Educator from England

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Lindsey Means: Understanding Human Design

204

Carmen Torres from Jessicurl: Curly Hair Tips & Tricks

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Celebrity Wig Master Daniel Koye: Secrets to Hair in Film and Broadway

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Dennis Gebhart: Chemistry behind Hair Color

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Redken Educator Jessica Constantino: Formulating Glazes

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Creator of VISH shares how to save thousands on your hair color costs!

209

Ronit Enos: Profitability Coach Shares her 8 Month Roadtrip

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High Performance Coach Andrew Finkelstein: Importance of Balance and Systems

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Miki Wright: Inspiration, Education, and Healing

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Gillian Tudor: Keys to Working with Curly Hair

213

Thomas McWilliams: Rusk Director of Education

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Taylor Redmond: Host of Hairfacts Podcast

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Top 3 Myths about Hair Color that are holding you back!

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Kim Wojnowich: Life is better with a BOLD Coach!

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Alice Wilcox: Soul Aligned Beauty

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WTF episode with London Curtis of Salon Scholar

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Chrystal Graves: Create Your Dream Business Without The Traditional Beauty School Road Map

220

Bart Rosenstein: Journey From Apprentice to Salon Owner

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Hairdustry Podcast Co-Host Corey Gray: An Emotional Journey

222

Salon Business Coach Nina Tulio: Creating Structure for Profit

223

Hairdustry Podcast Co-Host Tony Stuart: Answering Instead of Asking

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5x NAHA Winner Ruth Roche: Fearless Risks and When to Pivot

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Life Coach Alejandra Crisafulli: Leap Without a Net

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Wella Educator Laila Pettersen : Creating the Perfect Pastel Rose Gold

227

Being an Effective Leader with Tina Black

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Do you really know how hair color works? My chat with Matrix educator Julie Kleine

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Award Winning Australian Color Expert Kristina Russell shares her top tips for creating gorgeous reds

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Challenges of turning 50 behind the chair! Experience vs. Ageism

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Overcoming Anxiety as a Stylist with David Groupe

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The Power of a Strong Mentor with Budd Reigner

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Double Process blonding with Ireland Color Expert Justyna from Sizzor Trix

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Transitioning from managing a beauty supply store to owning a salon with Julia Shifflett

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Brynne Travis Shares Her Solution For Hair Color Inventory Management

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Hot Roots

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My Interview With the Inventor of the Largest Tint Brush On the Market

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Part two - Jennifer Hernon Diving Deeper into Grey Coverage

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Part 1 - Jennifer Hernon Diving Deeper into Grey Coverage

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WTF Wednesday

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My stressful search for someone to retouch my hair color!

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Is your salon really clean?

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Journey of Master Colorist Rick Wellman

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Interview With Angela Hall

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Real talk with the creators of the Highbrow Hippie Atelier

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WTF Wednesday

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Transitioning from Salon Owner to Partnership

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Consultation

249

Do You Have a Salon Exit strategy?

250

Interview With My Six Figure Protege Colorist Alishia

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Lets Talk About Reds!

252

Choosing a Specialty as a Hairstylist

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The Power of Yelp and Social Media

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Solving Hair Color Challenges

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My Favorite Things

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The Magic of Demi Color

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Customer Service is Key!

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Low-Cost Marketing For New Clients