The Curly Girl's Obsessions

Throughout the episode, Jennifer discusses her discovery of AI tools, such as the Freedom Engine, which have become invaluable in her business management. She explains how leveraging technology can streamline processes while still necessitating ongoing management and engagement. Listeners will learn about her approach to developing multiple offers and content streams within her hair extension educ...

In this episode of The Curly Girl's Obsessions podcast, hairstylist Jennifer Johnson shares a speech she delivered at Beauty Riot Voices, an event in Chicago for beauty professionals. The event, organized by a hairstylist from Detroit and her client, aimed to help people in the beauty industry become more professional and grow their businesses, and it included a finance speaker on business gro...

What does it take to turn fear into strength, shift from a scarcity mindset to abundance, and build a business that feels like the kind of place you’ve always wanted to work? In this episode, Jennifer takes us behind the chair and into her world, sharing lessons from 35 years in the hairstyling industry and nearly 13 years as a salon owner, a journey filled with growth, unexpected challenges, and...

In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Johnson Janisch, owner of Adored Salon and Adored Signature Hair, for a fascinating deep dive into why hair extensions became the game-changing business opportunity of her career. What started as a personal need for extra income while raising four children turned into a discovery that would reshape her entire approach to the beauty business - and Jennifer...

Welcome back to the show! Today's episode is a truly special one. I'm sitting down with the one and only Ouidad - the "Queen of Curls" herself - a woman whose name has become synonymous with curly hair care, but who is so much more than a brand on a shelf. In this conversation, Ouidad shares her remarkable life story: her family's journey from Beirut, Lebanon to New York in t...

In this powerful episode of "Curly Girls Obsessions," host Jennifer Johnson takes listeners on a deeply personal journey that highlights the detrimental effects of ego in both professional and personal arenas. Reflecting on a traumatic experience where her 17-year-old daughter suffered a compound fracture during a flag football game, Jennifer sheds light on how one surgeon's inflated...

In this episode of The Curly Girls Obsessions podcast, host Jennifer interviews Mia, a stylist who recently completed training programs at Adored Hair Extensions and Salon. The conversation centers on Mia's educational journey through two specialized courses: the Adored Signature Install Methods class (a 3-day intensive program covering hair extension installation techniques) completed in Marc...

In this episode of The Curly Girl’s Obsessions, Jennifer sits down with Suri, a fellow hair extension professional, for an honest conversation about private label hair, ethical sourcing, and what extension stylists should know before choosing a hair company. Jennifer and Suri share their real-world experiences working with hair extensions and discuss why the hair behind the brand matters just as m...

In this raw, unfiltered episode, Jennifer is coming at you straight from her bathroom - no makeup, no glam, just real talk from a 34-year veteran hairstylist who has seen it all. This week, she's breaking down the viral TikTok phenomenon known as "Permgate," the now-infamous saga of an aspiring artist who claims she saved up $200 for a perm, only to have her hair melt off her head. B...

Jennifer Janisch, founder of The Curly Girl's Obsessions, discusses the pricing structure and value proposition of her hand-tied hair extension education programs in the context of a challenging economy. Rather than discounting her services like many educators in the hair industry, Jennifer has increased her prices and added significant value through included materials, mentorship opportunitie...

In this episode of The Curly Girl's Obsessions, Jennifer, a seasoned hairstylist with 36 years in the industry - 20 of them dedicated to extensions and curly hair - gives listeners an unfiltered, passionate masterclass on hair extensions. She introduces Adored Signature, a premium hand-tied extension line she created out of frustration with the industry's quality and business practices. Je...

In this week’s episode of The Curly Girl’s Obsessions, host Jennifer takes us on an unexpected but deeply personal journey - sparked by a three-hour Greek mythology film, "The Odyssey," that she watched with her husband Brad. What began as a battle against sleep after a long workday turned into a powerful reflection on life, faith, and the quiet courage it takes to keep moving forward. J...

Welcome back to The Curly Girl’s Obsessions Podcast! This week, we’re sitting down with Jennifer Janisch - owner of Adored Salon in Chicago and your curly hair authority - to unpack a game-changing marketing breakthrough. After years of relying on Google, Facebook, and Instagram, Jennifer discovered that TikTok isn’t just for dance trends; it’s a goldmine for service-based businesses. In just six...

In this deeply personal episode of The Curly Girl's Obsessions, Jennifer gets real about the toll that running a business - and holding space for your team - can take on your body and soul. After three beloved stylists left her salon in quick succession, Jennifer found herself grappling with more than just a staffing shortage. She developed persistent shoulder and neck pain that wouldn’t go aw...

Jennifer Janisch, founder of Adored Salon and Adored Signature Hand Tied Hair Extensions, shares an in-depth exploration of her business growth strategies and social media marketing tactics developed over 13 years of entrepreneurship. Broadcasting from her bathroom - her personal decompression space - Jennifer reveals how she has evolved from relying solely on word-of-mouth and local networking to...

In this solo episode, Jennifer from The Curly Girl's Obsessions discusses her journey of overcoming the "cringe" feeling associated with putting herself out there as a professional and entrepreneur. After reflecting on recent episodes featuring her children, team, and speaking engagements at hair schools, Jennifer pivots to the core message: success requires pushing through uncomfort...

In this heartfelt episode of The Curly Girl's Obsessions, host Jennifer interviews her daughter Karina about her transformative journey at Adored Salon, where she started working at the tender age of 12. From her humble beginnings as a shampoo girl to her current role as a social media manager and future recruiter, Karina opens up about the profound impact of her experiences in a family busine...

In this touching episode of Curly Girls Obsessions, host Jennifer sits down with Alyssa, a beloved team member at Adored Salon, as she embarks on a transformative journey to Arizona after nearly six years of working together. This heartfelt conversation dives deep into Alyssa's professional path, starting from her early days at the salon to her decision to relocate and pursue her dreams in Scottsd...

In this engaging podcast episode from "Curly Girls Obsessions," Jennifer, a seasoned stylist and salon owner, shares invaluable insights with 18 students from COD Hair School. The session revolves around the business side of hairstyling, emphasizing that while the potential for high income in the industry is often discussed, the actual steps to achieve that success are not as widely cove...

In this transformative team meeting, Jennifer Johnson from Curly Girls Obsessions leads her salon team (Alyssa, Mia, and Jackie) through an intensive workshop titled "Becoming Your Future Self." The session, condensed from an 8-hour conference, focuses on identifying limiting beliefs, assessing current professional capabilities, setting strategic goals, and creating actionable roadmaps f...

In this inspiring episode, Jennifer—the owner of Adored Salon and creator of the Adored Signature Hand-Tied Hair Extensions—sits down with Mia, the salon’s newest team member, who joined the team in January. Together, they share Mia’s journey from beauty school graduate to trained hair extension specialist, giving listeners an inside look at the dedication, persistence, and passion it took to brea...

In this episode of "Curly Girls Obsessions," Jennifer sits down with curly hair specialist Caitlin from Arkansas to discuss her journey through the world of curly hair and extensions. With nearly a decade of experience, Caitlin shares her passion for helping clients embrace their natural curls and the challenges she faced along the way. From her personal struggles in finding a stylist wh...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Curly Girls Obsessions podcast! I’m your host, Jennifer, the proud owner of Adored Salon and creator of Adored Signature Hand Tied Hair. In this episode, I’m excited to have my kids join me for an enlightening conversation about their experiences growing up and working in the salon. My daughter London shares her journey from being an eager young helper at just...

In a world where beauty and self-expression are paramount, hairstylists are continuously seeking ways to enhance their skills and offerings. One area that has garnered immense attention in recent years is hair extensions, especially among curl specialists. In a recent episode of the Curly Girls Obsessions podcast, host Jennifer sat down with Amanda, a curl specialist and salon owner from Vermont,...

In this episode of Curly Girls Obsessions, Jennifer takes you on a captivating journey through her 35 years in the hair industry, sharing invaluable lessons garnered from a rich tapestry of experiences. From her early days as a self-taught French braiding enthusiast to becoming the proud owner of Adored Salon, Jennifer's passion for hairstyling shines through. She candidly discusses the challe...