Brazen and Bold: Real, Raw, and Radically Honest Conversations for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Leaders

This week, Heather sits down with Chris from Self-Made Sales — a powerhouse business coach who helps entrepreneurs realize their true worth, charge what they deserve, and sell their services with confidence. Chris dives into the surprising secret behind high-ticket success: self-love. He shares why leaning fully into your emotions (yep, even the messy ones like anger) is the key to showing up at 1...

What do you get when you mix marketing brains, salon grit, and a family-run hustle? You get Brynne Travis—Co-Founder of My Salon Concierge and your new favorite automation expert. In this high-energy episode, Heather and Brynne get real about what it takes to actually grow your salon in 2025. Brynne shares how she and her brother Jack turned their own salon experience into a lead-gen machine for s...

Stepping into Ownership: Real Talk with Jennifer In this episode, Jennifer gets real about what it's actually like taking over a salon. From balancing leadership with life to investing in herself through coaching (and even ChatGPT!), she shares the game-changing lessons she's learned. Her #1 tip? Treat your salon like a business. Know your numbers, document what works, and hire with purpose. It's...

Get ready for a wild (and inspiring!) ride on this episode of Brazen & Bold as Heather chats with the one and only Mitch Eubanks—salon owner, leader, and yes… former professional dancer! 💃✂ Before picking up a pair of shears, Mitch was dancing on stages across the country. But his biggest performance came after taking ownership of a salon in Florida—only to experience a full-blown walkout. 😱 Ins...

New episode: Heather sits down with Ross Loveland, founder of True Profit Salons and salon owner, who opens up about his lowest lows and how he rose above them. They dive into Profit First — a simple but powerful cash management system that helps salon owners set aside consistent profit, reduce stress, and make smarter decisions. Ross explains why Profit First is a game changer for salons: financi...

In this inspiring episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with the incredible Tammie Axworthy — salon owner, Goldwell National Artist, and Fashion Week stylist from Canada. Tammie shares her powerful philosophy: Don't be afraid to try something new. Whether you're a stylist, a business owner, or simply someone looking to step into your next big chapter, Tammie's advice rings true: say yes. You...

Ready to stop feeling awkward on camera and finally show up like the star you are? In this episode of Brazen and Bold, Heather sits down with on-camera coach (and her good friend!) Chris Sulimay, creator of the Elevated On-Camera Intensive, is happening September 6 & 7 in sunny Sarasota, Florida! They spill the secrets to finding your authentic voice, breaking through the fear of being seen, and c...

In this Brazen & Bold episode, Heather chats with the unstoppable Kati Whitledge — salon owner, psychology enthusiast, and the brilliant mind behind MYA. Frustrated by the beauty industry's sky-high marketing costs and low client retention rates, Kati set out to flip the script. Enter MYA: the game-changing platform helping salons turn website clicks into loyal clients, capture key data, and super...

In this episode, Heather sits down with the one and only Tim Howard — hairstylist, salon owner, and tech startup CIO of Vish, the revolutionary color management system shaking up the beauty industry. From behind the chair to behind the boardroom table, Tim shares the wild ride of building a tech company for salons, including the moment he realized his solution helped one salon erase *over \$1 mill...

In this episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with the powerhouse behind Salon 27, Amber Pope—a salon owner, educator, and industry force who's rewriting the rules of leadership. Amber opens up about how leading with compassion and staying fully present in the salon has allowed her to expand her influence beyond her own four walls. From working with top brands to contributing to game-changin...

In this episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with Bobbi, the powerhouse owner of Allure Salon, to talk about what it really takes to lead through change. Bobbi shares her journey of taking over an existing salon, the challenges she faced bringing in a new culture, and how she overcame resistance with confidence and clarity. From asking the hard questions most leaders avoid to creating team...

Get ready for a high-energy, no-fluff conversation with Michael Cole—Certified Financial Analyst, and powerhouse barbershop owner. 💥 In this episode of Brazen & Bold, Michael drops gold on what salons MUST prioritize to seriously increase revenue (hint: it's not just about booking more clients). He also gets real about why every salon—big or small—needs an exit strategy yesterday. Whether you're...

In this powerful episode, Heather sits down with Kip Dodson—a salon owner, marketing firm founder, and yes, a trained engineer—to unpack how data, systems, and heart can transform your salon business. Kip gets real about stylist turnover: why it happens, why it's inevitable, and most importantly—how to respond like a leader. He shares proven strategies to support your team so they want to stay wit...

In this electrifying episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with the brilliant Cole Thompson—Founder of Elevation H, former Creative Director at Sassoon Academy, and Hanzo Artist—to talk all things education, elevation, and empowerment in the salon industry. Cole, originally from the UK and now based in Las Vegas, shares his powerful journey from London salons to global stages. With his broth...

In this high-energy episode of Brazen and Bold, Heather chats with salon owner and total powerhouse Carrie Barchanowicz, who recently took full ownership of Shear Talent—and didn't just survive, she thrived. 💥 Carrie gets real about the behind-the-scenes glow-up: streamlining operations, finding her leadership voice, and transforming her vision into action. She spills the tea on the tools and min...

A brand-new episode of Brazen & Bold just dropped—and if you've ever hit a ceiling in your business or felt stuck in hustle mode, this one's for you. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with transformational coach Brigette Sobus to talk about the real reason many leaders stay stuck—and it's not a lack of strategy. Brigette shares how tools like NLP, timeline therapy, and hypnosis help uncove...

In this powerful episode, Heather teams up with Chris Sulimay, a content and messaging strategist who went from crafting salon stories to guiding high-level leaders and entrepreneurs in building content that actually works. 💡 Chris drops a clear game plan for creating purposeful, platform-specific content that aligns with your goals and speaks directly to your audience. 🔥 What you'll learn: Why...

Ready to trade chaos for clarity—and finally build a business that works for you? In this refreshingly honest and empowering episode, business coach Nicole Roufs shares how sustainable success isn't just about hustle—it's about strategy, calm, and trusting your rhythm. Nicole helps women entrepreneurs get focused, step into their power, and lead their business with intention (not just reaction).  ...

Lead with EQ: Emotional Intelligence: Your Ultimate Leadership Hack Think leadership is all logic, strategy, and spreadsheets? Think again. In this episode, we're joined by the brilliant Jay Williams, who's here to drop some truth bombs on why emotional intelligence (EQ) is just as critical—if not more—than IQ when it comes to leading like a boss. Jay makes the case that leadership isn't about bei...

What do thriving salons, motivated teams, and million-dollar revenue all have in common? According to beauty biz coach Justin Gold—it's the magical combo of culture and process. 💥 In this high-energy episode, Justin spills the tea on what it really takes to build a business that runs like a dream and feels like home. Spoiler alert: it's not about being a micromanager or a pushover—it's about stri...

Think keeping your team happy is all about bigger paychecks? Think again. In this episode, we sit down with the powerhouse behind Nikki Le Consultancy—Nikki Le herself—to dish out the real tea on what actually keeps top talent loyal, high-performing, and in it for the long haul. We're talking about the kind of leadership that makes people want to show up and give their best. Nikki breaks down the...

What if I told you that scaling your business isn't about doing more—it's about doing less (yep, I said it). It might sound too good to be true, but trust me—working smarter is the ultimate business flex. Hey hey, friends! Welcome to Brazen and Bold—the podcast where we cut the fluff, spill the truth, and dive into the wild, messy, and exhilarating world of entrepreneurship. Whether you're a salon...