No Stylist Left Behind

ARE YOU READY for this one? Assistants! What an integral part of your salon business. But when do you hire them? How do you know it's the right time? And what do you look for if you are a stylist interested in becoming an assistant? Where do you start and what do you look for in a salon? This is a much needed conversation and we get right down to business. Join us.  Sponsored by Oligo Profess...

You are in for a big, big treat today. Our special guest Season, is the guru when it comes to teaching people how to build a business.....ONLINE. And, when it comes to making more money by using digital marketing and the right product of course. You will learn everything from creating digital education/courses to using your social platforms to build your business. If you are feeling stuck when it...

We are back this week with one of our favorite people, miss Monae. She was a guest on our podcast last year and really walked us though creating more diversity in the industry TODAY...she is back and she is sharing MORE insight and is also sharing her new project, The Texture Style Awards. This competition celebrates the diversity and beauty of all 4 textures of hair and the artists who have maste...

Have you ever sat down to think about what success means to you? Success means something different for everyone. But in order to reach your "success" you have to be very clear on what that looks like for you first. In this episode we share our own thoughts on what success really looks like. And we dive into Zig Ziglar's blog on defining success. Let me tell you... some of the things he talks about...

Jenny is a force. She has created a million dollar brand, has written 3 books, has kicked ass with content in IG, is a wife and a mom, and truly one of the sweetest people ever. During today's episode Jenny shares her walk through the industry and how hard it was for her to create and move forward with her million dollar hair care brand after being told NO by investors. Her story is quite remarkab...

This week's episode is a banger. Quick in length at only 20 minutes, yet so impactful. How you show up on IG is incredibly important in the way you build your business and with the type of clients you are looking for. Plus we talk a little bit about the pressure of posting and what that looks like for us and for you as hairstylists. We also share 3 tips to help you boost your IG engagement. And so...

Have you ever done something you didn't feel quite right about? Maybe it was taking a job that you felt you HAD to take because you felt it was what you were SUPPOSED to do? So many of us live in the space of doing things to please other people. From day to day decisions to making life changing career decisions, the struggle is real. But, once the dust settles and you have time to take a step back...

Do you dream of sharing more video content on IG/Fb but have no idea where to start? Or maybe you want to get started but feel overwhelmed or even nervous about talking in front of the camera? We got you covered. Barry went from feeling uneasy on camera to creating amazing video content that elevated his brand in ways he could never imagine. And guess what? He is sharing ALL of his tips and tricks...

This week we have a very special guest for you. Robert Cromeans joins us today and shares a bit about his magical journey of 35 years in the industry. He really dives deep into how to rebuild your business. How to continue to grow and create a long lasting career in this industry. How he is making shifts in his salon business since the 3rd shut down in California. And overall tips and advice to th...

Empathy and Sympathy. Two words that mean so much, especially during the past year and as we continue to move forward. What is the difference between the two? Why and how are these two words important in our industry? How can understanding empathy and sympathy help you in the rebuilding phase, both in your business and in personal growth. Join us as we walk you through all of it.  Sponsored b...

This week's episode is all about perseverance. Genevieve has been in the industry for almost 30 years and is part of the creative team for Oligo Professionnel. Opening her first salon in her early 20's. You will learn very quickly about her no nonsense attitude, drive, vision, and the why behind it all...Her family. Join us as she takes us on a journey from early ownership, becoming a mom,  a...

2021 has kicked off and so many of you are really taking this time to revamp, reinvent, and revisit the way to build your business. Times have changed. The way your clients do business with you has changed, and their expectations have changed too. The goal of building a thriving business hasn't changed at all, but you will have to switch up your approach a bit.  Not to worry!  J and I sh...

We are back with a NEW SEASON... and of course a new episode. We are hitting this one so hard and coming into the new year with a BANG ! If you are ready to take control of this year and really dive into the depths of your business... THIS IS YOUR PODCAST EPISODE. We have on second time guest Kelly Cardenas, and he is holding nothing back. We asked all the hard questions about rebuilding, hiring t...

Are you ready to channel your inner entrepreneur? I know you have been through it this year and you have been pushed in ways you never have before. But guess what? You are strong.  You are talented. And more so, you are resilient. In this episode, J and I share 3 ways you can rebuild your business and awaken that entrepreneur inside you. Get ready. We are comin in hot.  Sponsored by Olig...

Have you been thinking about making a change in your life or your career but are feeling nervous about it? Maybe you get that pit in your stomach and would love a bit of direction. While sharing her journey in the industry, Tammy talks about how she served in many facets in this business as well as making a really tough decision when it came to making changes in her life and career. Her no nonsens...

Today is a special day. We had the pleasure of chatting with Ryan Weeden, the CEO and founder of Masters Of Balayage. This was one of the most honest and down home conversations we've had on our podcast. Ryan discusses how he went from losing everything and sleeping on his brother's dining room floor to building a multi 7-figure empire. Ryan learned what it takes to create a well respected brand a...

No one wants to talk about it.... BUT, we do.  J and I dive in and talk about about the topic most people run from. Debt, saving, spending, and budgeting.... MONEY. 2020 has been a year of struggle and hardship for so many in our industry. We wanted to shed some light on getting out of debt and some ways to start to plan for your financial future, slowly but surely. We also share our own struggle...

Today Nina and J have a really special guest.  Dawn is a speaker, teacher, hair stylist, and mentor. On today’s episode Dawn talks about the reality of anxiety. From her personal journey. What it takes to overcome fear throughout your life and for your business. And what she think stylist are doing wrong right now behind the chair. Nina and J get deep about the 1 piece of advice she would giv...

 This week NSLB is switching it up! Nina is interviewing J. What you will get out of today is that credibility is built over time and through experience. Learn the ins and outs of how J got to where he is now. With tips and tricks on how to adapt and evolve within your career and ways to build your own credibility in this industry.  NSLB Podcast wants to thank Oligo Professionnel for bei...

Nina and J are pumped up to have the one and only Mary Cromeans! Mary is an international educator for Paul Mitchell and hairdresser in San Diego at A Robert Cromeans Salon. Today they will talk about Mary’s story on how she became a hair stylist and platform artist! She shares tips on what it means to be a well rounded stylist, how to create exceptional guest experience during our new lifestyle b...

Today Nina and J will be discussing the many ways you could be losing current and potential clients. But, not to worry. You know they are going to drop some knowledge and share their TOP 4 tips on how to create the perfect flow in your business and how to keep the client retention high. Sneak peak: 1. The Prep 2. The Intro 3. The Performance 4. The Dismount. Join us. The NSLB Podcast is sponsored...

Today is a day we’ve been waiting for. We have the one and only Justin Anderson. Celebrity stylist, 18 years in the industry, reality TV star, and someone who lives his life out loud authentically, and unapologetically.  In this episode Justin shares his story of what inspired him to get into the beauty industry. Plus how he built his business grassroots style.  He also gets personal, an...

The NSLB podcast is talking Money today! With this special episode come along with J as he interviews Nina on why it’s important to embrace your numbers in your business, healthy habits wrapped around money to add into your daily life, and tips on what to focus on first! Nina also shares her personal journey with money. The ups, the downs, and everything between. And I mean, it gets real.  Th...

Today is an epic day because Nina and J have the one and only Pati Plymire @queenofthesouth512. Join us as Pati shares her walk in the industry, and how she has became the baddest braider on the gram and in real life.  She’s been in the industry for 6+ years and is dual licensed. This podcast is one of the deepest podcast Nina and J have had thus far. Pati also shares the truth about how she...

We are excited to welcome Kelly Cardenas to the NSLB podcast! With 28 years of experience and credibility. Kelly brings so much wisdom and knowledge to our industry.  In this episode you will learn more about how he got started, to now becoming an author, international coach, salon owner, and recently being featured in Forbes magazine. Kelly’s mission is to utilize the gifts God has given me...