Gina Bianca Podcast

Join Nick and I for a candid conversation about what it takes to be an entrepreneur in the hair industry. Nick Arrojo With thirty-plus years as a hairdresser, Nick has become a modern icon of the industry. His signature razor-cutting technique is recognized and practiced worldwide. It is part of a modern and creative, precision-based hairdressing method pioneered by Nick, and designed to create fa...

This was the first time speaking with Monae Everett and it was an honor to learn all about her! We discussed her story, the Texture Style Awards and how to honor and celebrate all hair textures! Monaé Everett is a celebrity hair stylist, author, and public speaker with over 18 years of experience. Her work can be seen in media ranging from Harper's BAZAAR to Yahoo! and ESSENCE to Hair's How. She h...

Stylists Building Empires Today I sit down with one of my good friends Alyssa Mongelluzzo, a 22 year old stylist, salon owner, educator and beauty influencer who I can relate to on so many levels. We talk about the crazy way we met and her amazing story! We discuss how she downsized her salon after wanting it forever and how she was looking for happiness in all of the wrong places, her mentors (in...

What's up everyone! I can't tell you how many times I have spoken to stylists who have been getting paid illegally at work. Many salon owners don't even know they're doing it but some do and are taking advantage of the stylists who don't know any better. Please share this episode.

Hi everyone! I hope you enjoy this incredible class about starting and legitimizing your business. This class is extremely informative but very easy and engaging! I hope that if you're looking to open a salon, booth rent or simply understand financials and business, that you enjoy this incredible resource! The full video is in Mastermind but I hope you enjoy the audio here on the podcast! Some thi...

Robert Cromeans has always been the mentor I have looked up to through beauty school. Every day on my 45 minute drive to and from beauty school, I would listen to his CD set. It was in those moments my dreams and desires of opening a salon were cultivated. Robert has been guiding my career for over a decade and it was a dream come true to interview him here on this show. I am very excited to share...

Join me and Jennie Strebe @confessionsofahairstylist for a chat about pricing, raising prices and so much more!   I have more support for you if you need it!   Sign up for the LIVE Stream class Pricing for Stylists 101 on March 1st 2021 NOW: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pricing-for-stylists-101-w-gina-bianca-virtual-event-tickets-141826339399   I will update this later with the purc...

Today I sat down with Greta Wagner, CT based hair artist and educator, specializing in "lived in" low maintenance color. We talk about how to build your dream clientele, why clients truly come to us and how to deal with the rejection and trauma of being let go from a salon. We talk about Greta's journey of going through multiple salons, to get where she is and why her clientele followed. We talk a...

New content coming to the podcast! Stylist Building Empires: Interviewing some incredible artists and talking about all of the tough things that the industry doesn't talk about! The Mentors who Made Me: Speaking with the people who helped shape my destiny and who gave me the courage to be who I am! Support the podcast by joining Mastermind! If you have been enjoying the Podcast PLEASE support this...

What's up everyone? Today I will be telling you a story about an amazing guest I had a few weeks back that totally inspired me! Life is not happening to us, it's happening for us! I was a bit stressed out with her during her color correction service but I had to set some boundaries and in this episode, I share with you what boundaries we should be setting plus what to expect and bring up during co...

Join me as I answer questions you all have asked me about health, wellness and weightloss!

Today I discuss how I lost a ton of weight simply by executing on things many of us know. It would be very difficult for me to do these things without putting myself first as mentioned in episode #31! If you'd like to try Bloom Yoga's online programs please visit www.bloomyogafitnessonline.com and use my code HairDoctor to receive 10 days free and to save $10 off your first month!

Join us for part 2! Be sure to start this series with episode #31. The one thing that can change everything to hear my authentic story about health and weight loss. In this series I share with you my lifelong struggles with food, eating disorders, bullying and  so much more. I will share with you how I transformed my attitude and lost almost 100 lbs.

This week's episode is very raw and vulnerable for me to share. I discuss with you how food has always been an issue and addiction for me ever since childhood. In this episode I begin by giving you a look into my past and a lot of context about my issues with food. We will pick up next week and discuss how I really packed on close to 80 more pounds with one of the biggest mistakes that lead to not...

Today I share vulnerably with you a little bit about myself and then discuss with you one thing that will change absolutely everything for you when it comes to living your dreams and living an amazing life. I hope you enjoy this episode!

Today I share with you the pros and cons of the two main salon business models: booth rental and employee based (commission/team based). At the end of the day, it really comes down to independence!

Today I answer a ton of questions from my DMS and then go into some things to consider before opening a hair salon. We talk about your lease, taxes, employees, boundaries, turnover and so much more. You won't want to miss this episode!

Today we recap my posts on IG this week including my most recent price breakdown. Price breakdowns are always controversial because many people do not believe hairstylists are in the same bracket as lawyers and accountants. I argue that the professional service business does include hairdressers due to the nature of our work. I wonder if you'll agree with me! I also discuss gratuities and wonder w...

Today I discuss how to leave your current salon with integrity and how salon owners can prepare for these changes in business. Learn what is sneaky, what is honorable and what to do when the other party gets salty. I also talk about perfectionism, salon ownership, marketing and much more. Thank you for listening.

This week we sit down with boss babe @larisadoll

Learn how to get featured by brands, social tips and how to be a resourceful badass in business with Cynthia Baker CEO and Founder of Saga Haus!

Today we discuss following your dreams like my friend Hannah did when she dropped her life and joined a band.

Today I chat with Alison Valsamis about how to cope with anxiety, life lessons and so much more. A must listen for sure.

Today I discuss business, art and passion with my tattoo artist Mike Surprise.

Today we talk about the beauty industry, at home color kits and more with Mary Rector Gable @behindthechair_com + @marybehindthechair