Show Notes Today’s guest is someone very special to me. He has been on Headcases before, and his episode is one of our highest-ranked ever. He’s my teacher, my mentor, and a true friend. He played a major role in shaping who I am today as a leader, a speaker, and an educator. He has […]

Show Notes They are more than just hairdressers–they are two true icons of the industry. They’ve owned prestigious bi-coastal salons. They’ve built careers as celebrity stylists and TV personalities in their own right. They are major beauty brand spokespeople, and they’ve created their own luxury retail lines.  But what really sets them apart is where

Show Notes Welcome to another episode of Headcases! Today’s guest used a word that really stuck with me: flourish. Not just to survive… not even just to succeed… but to truly flourish–both financially and artistically. With over 30 years coaching to the spa and salon industry, he brings deep expertise in marketing, communication, and business operations. He

Show Notes Today’s guest is a top-ranked podcaster, a sought-after keynote speaker, and the creator of The Vibe Method. He came from humble beginnings and rose to become a nationally celebrated entrepreneur with one enduring message: people matter most. His guests on The Vibe Podcast have included Grammy winners, Super Bowl champions, innovators, CEOs, and everyday legends, and

Show Notes Welcome to Headcases! Today we demystify technology in our industry. We’ll look at what can genuinely support your business, and what can actually hurt it if you’re not careful. Our guest is the Executive Director of Industry Relations and Insights at Pivot Point International, where he connects the dots between data, education, and innovation

2:49 Understanding the Will Skill Model 4:12 Training Contributors 7:43 Challenging High Performers 11:49 Addressing Potential Detractors 19:59 Managing Low Performers Hey, friends, in this episode of head cases, we’re taking a side bar to dig into the big ideas and questions that have come up recently with our guests. We’re calling these little detours

I had such a great talk with my guest this week. She is a powerhouse influencer with a mission to elevate and amplify the real life impact of artists, salon owners, and educators on all of us.  She hosts her podcast, coaching, and personal development retreats under the Hair Love University umbrella. I can’t wait to share

Show Notes Welcome to another episode of Head Cases! This week’s guest is a little different from the norm, and his story is one you’ll never forget. Before I introduce him, let me share a quick story. Back when I used to sail, we had this tradition after races, we’d hand out two awards at

Show Notes Welcome to Head Cases! Today’s guest took an incredible path into the beauty industry, after a five-year stint in the Army, she set her sights on becoming a creative force in hair. She’s the former Creative Director for Pureology, a global educator and brand ambassador for BaBylissPRO, and she’s brought her artistry to the

Show Notes Today’s guest is a seasoned salon owner who recently celebrated a diamond milestone—25 years in the business. He now serves as the Director of Business and Leadership Development for the Salon 124 Group out of Atlanta, Georgia—an impressive company with over 200 team members, a cosmetology school, and more than $11 million in