Hairblazers

Is financial fear holding your business back? Let's reframe: it's money, not math! Erin Kuhn is President and Partner for Qnity and Qnity for Schools, the market leader for financial literacy, and she's here to share how boosting financial literacy in yourself and your employees leads to improved financial outcomes. Find Erin hosting the MoneyO2 podcast, and on Instagram at @moneyo2pod...

Dive into the lucrative world of bridal styling with Ian Hearth, including how he charges for bridal services and how to hire for a great salon culture. Find more of Ian at @hairbyianhearth and @stormhairgroup

We know that hairstylists can make an incredible living - and now we have large-scale data to back it up! Join us in this conversation with Tom Kuhn on busting stereotypes, building financial literacy, and how Qnity’s Pro Beauty Compensation Study marries opportunity and community. Find Tom at @qnityinc on all platforms and tom.kuhn@qnityinc.com

The social media landscape is ever-evolving, and you might wonder what is the best platform to showcase your business in 2023. Tatum Neill, Aveda's North American Artistic Director for Social Media and founder of Elevate Hair, shares the simple, actionable ways you can get in front of people in your local community who can walk through your door. Find Tatum at @tatumneill and @elevatehair

Retail can make or break a salon's profitability - this episode we're talking boosting your average ticket and empowering your guests with product with Rachel Kilgour from Birch Accessories. Find Rachel at @hairbyrachelk_ on Instagram or connect at birchaccessories.ca

Does your business feel like it's not moving forward, no matter how much effort you put in? This week we're joined by Jodi Ohama, leadership coach and Hairblazers favourite to discuss why it might be time to bring on a salon coach! You can connect with Jodi at qnityinc.com and jodi@jodiohama.com.

Do you focus on profit above all else, or on people? In business, you can have it all - learn why a people AND profit model is best for your bottom line in the long-term.

There's a lot that goes into a stylist' wage - commission is impacted by product costs, service price, number of guests and more. Here's why you should focus on overall compensation to get a real picture of your earnings, and what businesses should highlight to attract top talent.

There's a lot that goes into a stylist' wage - commission is impacted by product costs, service price, number of guests and more. Here's why you should focus on overall compensation to get a real picture of your earnings, and what businesses should highlight to attract top talent.

This one small shift can set the tone for your team, and revolutionize how people feel in your business. Studies show that people’s primary decision-making factor is emotion - so create that emotional connection with your guests and reap the financial reward.

Location, location, location is a big factor in a business' success! From choosing between A, B and C locations to deciding to renovate or move into a new space, let's discuss the pros and cons of each and how to find an option that aligns with your brand and your budget.

We're exploring a hot topic in the last few years: gender-neutral haircut pricing! From salon owners that have made the change you'll learn why you should go for it, how to communicate so your guests understand, and the positive outcomes for your bottom line.

Learn how to get your team started and stay motivated with social media, and how the power of content can propel your business to the next level.

Meet the people behind Hairblazers, and learn how the power of 5 minutes can help your business grow.