Mastering Beauty from Beauty Cast Network

Meghan Blanchette, Sport Clips Area Coach and Artistic Team Member, returns to share her thoughts on the big idea of perseverance -and the role it continues to play in building her career-- as well as in overcoming a personal history of drug and alcohol addiction. Now sober and a role model among her professional peers, Meghan authentically shares her story with us -- a genuine inspiration to all...

Longtime industry professional Melanie Knapp is the Director of Education for FS Cut & Color (Fantastic Sams). Melanie shares her best advice on creating a long, sustainable, and satisfying career - regardless of your chosen path. We also dig into her journey in becoming an educator and some of the unique responsibilities one assumes in leading others to learn. *Note: this episode was publishe...

Meghan Blanchette, Sport Clips Area Coach and Artistic Team Member, joins us to share her thoughts on the big idea of perseverance -and the role it continues to play in building her career-- AND in overcoming a personal history of drug and alcohol addiction. Now 10 years sober and a role model among her professional peers, Meghan authentically shares her story with us -- a genuine inspiration to a...

With over 1.5 million followers to her name, Patricia Nikole, creator of the "painted hair" technique, is one of the industry's favorite educators. The newly named Schwarzkopf Professional ambassador joins Gordon to share just some of her insights into creating a sustainable and satisfying career. We also dig into her latest passion project, The Paint Room Online Education platform, an...

Jenn Lyles is an award-winning professional marketer in the pro beauty space who has built her career in part by leveraging the power of personal branding. The Executive Director of the Beauty School Directory, Jenn's personal brand is all about sharing her wealth of knowledge with others. Listen in for insights, best practices and inspiration into a topic that has proven game-changing for mor...

Change is a constant in both our lives and careers. Too often, however, lessons to be learned are missed as we work our way through the 'moments' at hand. Career and business thought leader and renowned coach, Nina Kovner shares her views on how to view change proactively in order to best move your career and life forward as both continue to unfold in front of us every day. *Note: this epi...

Elizabeth Faye(@heyelizabethfaye) is founder of the all-new Vitality Project --and "an expert in business strategy, a trauma-informed life coach, breath-work facilitator, podcast host, author & the founder of multiple heart-led brands”. The Vitality Project’s goal is to create ‘a well-being revolution’ for the pro beauty industry; we discuss this along with Elizabeth’s best advice for crea...

Award-winning artist & educator Chrystofer Benson on the importance of creativity - regardless of your career aspirations. With over 100 awards/titles to his name, Chrystofer began his creative journey in beauty school when he first stepped into the hair competitions space. From there, he developed a passion for creating that has taken him literally around the globe. Listen in for Chrystofer&#...

Winn Claybaugh is the charismatic and iconic dean of Paul Mitchell School. Winn is also an educator, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker. A passionate advocate for positivity and professionalism Winn's decades of influence transcends beauty, inspiring all to "Be NICE(Or Else!)". Tune in for invaluable insights. This is a GREAT episode on the power of simply being nice! *Note: t...

Longtime industry professional Melanie Knapp is the Director of Education for FS Cut & Color (Fantastic Sams). Melanie shares her best advice on creating a long, sustainable, and satisfying career - regardless of your chosen path. We also dig into her journey in becoming an educator and some of the unique responsibilities one assumes in leading others to learn. *Note: this episode was publishe...

Long-time professional and founder of Beauty Cast Penny Burns joins Gordon to discuss the importance of patience and how to think about your pro career as a journey. Penny shares her best advice in getting the right first job, how to think about salon ownership and/or the business side of independence - and the importance of learning how to follow before you lead. *Note: this episode was published...

Sam Villa, @samvillahair, is one of the industry's most iconic, award-winning, and influential educators and artists. He is a mentor to many and has been a role model to tens if not hundreds of thousands of professionals around the globe. Sam shares his considerable insights into the power of connections, and the importance of communication (or soft) skills - in every part of your career. We a...

Antony Whitaker, @growyoursalonbusiness, is one of the world's most respected beauty business coaches. He's a thought leader in all things business who began his career as a working hairdresser. He went on to become an award-winning salon owner before achieving the status of renowned author, educator, and business coach. Today we talk about the importance of learning business fundamentals...

Beauty Cast Network founder Penny Burns joins Gordon to discuss the foundations of creating great and sustainable careers in beauty, barbering, and esthetics- big ideas that can positively impact professionals regardless of where they are in their careers. This week we discuss the importance of financial literacy -- relative to both our personal and professional lives as an absolute foundation for...

One of the secrets to creating a long-lasting, sustainable, and satisfying career is the ability to 'reinvent' from time to time. With over 3 decades as a licensed professional, @alfredo_lewis has successfully morphed from departmentalized colorist to educator to Global VP of Education for a leading brand to influencer/brand ambassador (with over 1.5 million followers across Instagram and...

Beauty Cast Network founder Penny Burns joins Gordon to discuss the foundations of creating great and sustainable careers in beauty, barbering and esthetics- big ideas that can positively impact professionals regardless of where they are in their careers. This week, we review our list of critical categories of non-technical practices - all essential to creating success and then dig into the power...

One of the most widely recognized and respected business educators, coaches, and keynote speakers, Gino Stampora has undoubtedly helped to transform the careers and lives of many thousands of professionals worldwide. In this episode, Gino shares his best advice across a variety of topics - including the importance of understanding our industry's history within the context of today.

Lydia Sarfati, founder and president of skincare company Repechage, is one of the most successful women in the spa and salon industry. The recipient of numerous industry awards and an enthusiastic mentor, Lydia wrote the book "Success at Your Fingertips" in response to the many requests for advice she receives as she travels the world. Listen in for some of Lydia's best advice - part 3...

Understanding and providing great service is foundational to building sustainable success in today's spas, salons, and shops. Lydia Sarfati, founder and president of skincare company Repechage, wrote the book "Success at Your Fingertips" in response to the many requests for advice she receives from professionals across the globe. One of the most successful women in the spa and salon in...

Lydia Sarfati, founder and president of skincare company Repechage, is one of the most successful women in the spa and salon industry! The recipient of numerous industry awards and an enthusiastic mentor, Lydia wrote the book "Success at Your Fingertips" in response to the many requests for advice she receives from professionals as she travels the world. Listen in for some of Lydia's b...

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is the last in our 7-part series focused on the all-important Client Journey. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share a recap of our in-depth series on how to up your marketing game with clients -without increasing your spending. Thanks to Schedulicity for supporting Beauty Cast Network's mission of inspiring sustainable career succe...

Pivot Point and Wahl Academies Principal Ken Washburn joins us to talk about the value of competitions in helping future professionals and working pros alike to build skills, confidence, and teamwork. We also dig into the upcoming Sport Clips Battle of the Hair Student Competition, a photographic competition that is a perfect opportunity for soon-to-be new professionals to test their competitive s...

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 5 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important Client Journey - from prospect to 1st-time and repeat clients excited to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share insights - this time into the opportunities around client checkout and rebooking, as a part of the overall journey. Stay tuned for more Mas...

@JerilynnStephens is an author, speaker, 10 time Emmy nominated hairdresser and ovarian cancer survivor with a passion for her profession and paying it forward to others. Her book "The Five F Words for Manifesting Your Life" breaks down the theory of manifestation into a simple-to-use, real-world practice. We discuss each of the 5 steps as well as best advice for living your best career.

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 4 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey'-from prospect to 1st-time and repeat clients excited to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share insights into each of the client touch points to consider to maximize the results of our efforts in building sustainable success. S...