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Salon Business Education | Salon Owner Education | Salon Business Coach | Salon Industry Podcast

If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated by recurring challenges in leading teams or training creatives, this conversation is for you. Join me as I sit down with Paula Henson; a seasoned hairstylist, former salon owner, and founder of The Salon Library-to explore how embracing reality, not resistance, can transform your leadership and business.

Paula brings over two decades of industry wisdom to the table, sharing candid insights on:

• ​Redefining expectations around employee retention and building adaptable systems.
• ​Streamlining training with practical, scalable strategies (hint: start with one page).
• ​Recognizing how self-awareness shapes team culture—and why humility is your secret weapon.
• ​Navigating industry shifts without losing sight of what truly matters: people.

Whether you’re a salon owner, stylist, or leader in any creative field, Paula’s stories will leave you nodding, laughing, and rethinking how you approach growth.

This isn’t just about solving problems; it’s about building resilience, trust, and a business that thrives with change, not against it.

Tune in for a refreshing blend of honesty, humor, and actionable steps to lead with clarity and confidence. You’ll walk away inspired to quit being surprised—and start being prepared.

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Salon Business Education | Salon Owner Education | Salon Business Coach | Salon Industry Podcast

When a dress code debate in my salon turned into a communication disaster, I learned hard lessons I wish I’d known sooner. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how missed Slack messages, excluded voices, and rushed decisions nearly tanked our team’s trust—and how we fixed it.

You’ll get my no-BS take on why “over-communicating” saves relationships, how to balance collaboration with leadership, and the tiny oversight that left a new hire feeling blindsided (ouch). Spoiler: It’s not about rules—it’s about building a culture where clarity and respect trump chaos.

If you’re tired of mixed messages or want your team to actually align with your vision, hit play. Dress code drama optional.

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Salon Business Education | Salon Owner Education | Salon Business Coach | Salon Industry Podcast

Ever feel like your market’s too small, your prices are too low, or you’re just…stuck?

I just returned from an eye-opening event in Ohio where hairstylists and salon owners—some charging just $60 per haircut are thriving in ways you wouldn’t believe.

In this episode, I’m breaking down numbers, mindset shifts, and community secrets that prove success isn’t about where you are, it’s about how you work.

I’ll share five game-changing takeaways from real pros who’ve cracked the code, including why the people in your corner might be your biggest asset (or your silent saboteur).

Spoiler: This isn’t another “hustle harder” lecture. It’s about working smarter, pricing fearlessly, and surrounding yourself with the right tribe. If you’re ready to ditch excuses and fall back in love with your business, hit play.

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Salon Business Education | Salon Owner Education | Salon Business Coach | Salon Industry Podcast

Have you ever sat in a room full of peers… and still felt utterly alone?

Salon ownership and entrepreneurship can be isolating—even when you’re surrounded by others. In this raw, no-fluff episode, I talk about the loneliness that CEOs and salon owners rarely admit to:

- Why mastermind groups and paid coaching programs often leave you empty

- The truth about "20% profitability" myths and hidden costs

- How to find authentic connections (without writing a check)

- Real-life stories—like the salon owner from rural Illinois who became my lifeline—and how you can build your own tribe.

If you’ve ever thought, “No one gets it,” this episode is your reminder: You’re not alone. Discover actionable steps to replace loneliness with community—and reignite your purpose.

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Salon Business Education | Salon Owner Education | Salon Business Coach | Salon Industry Podcast

What if the secret to boosting client loyalty isn’t just about selling harder—but connecting deeper?

I went on a mission to uncover why even the most loyal clients were saying “no.” What I found? A game-changing truth about significance—and how it reshapes every conversation we have behind the chair.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

• - The one mindset shift that transformed my team’s approach to consultations (and why it’s not about products).

• - How to spot the hidden reasons clients hesitate—even when they need your help.

• - Lessons from Tony Robbins that turned our “no’s” into opportunities for deeper trust.

• This isn’t a quick fix. It’s a roadmap to building relationships where clients feel seen, not sold to. If you’re ready to rewrite your salon’s playbook, hit play—and let’s rethink “better” together.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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Salon Owners: Stop Leading from Fear
Haley Frentz (owner of Riot Salon & Spa and 15-year industry vet) drops TRUTHS about:

• Why your team isn’t responsible for your business shortcomings

• The #1 lie destroying stylist-salon owner relationships

• How to handle turnover

• Building success on YOUR terms (not Instagram's)

  
  

  
  

  
  

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We all have them, none of us want them, but they are VITAL to moving forward.

How can you see these differently and make more people happy, WITHOUT abandoning what you know is important in your business.

You can have a great team and still get in little ruts here and there. This perspective and these steps will help!

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Thank you for helping us spread this message. This doesn’t happen without you!

Please share this episode with someone you know. If you share this on social media, be sure to tag @therealbeautyindustry, so we can reshare your story. If you have an ideas, questions or great guests you would like me to interview, please email Ashley@fuserepublic.com. You will be acknowledged in our content.

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Salon Business Education | Salon Owner Education | Salon Business Coach | Salon Industry Podcast