Salon Owners Collective

In 2026, there are 7 Queen moves that will separate the booked-out, profitable, in-demand Salons… from the ones drowning, still trying to keep up using strategies from 2020 😬. 2026 is the turning point - and we want you to win big. In this episode, Larissa and Joel unpack the 7 Queen Moves that future-ready Salon CEOs are making right now - because the beauty industry is shifting fast. We’re talk...

What if 2026 is the year your Salon joins the top 1% and crosses $1 million (or more) in revenue? In this podcast episode, Larissa Macleman reveals exactly what our top-performing Salon CEOs are doing differently heading into 2026, and how you can steal their strategies so this year feels calmer, more profitable, and way more intentional. 3 Reasons to Listen: How to create a salon experience clien...

2025 delivered some of the most defining lessons for Salon Owners. You’ll hear the real talk that shifted owners from overwhelmed to empowered, from reactive to proactive, and from busy to intentional. Because something interesting happened this year. Across hundreds of salons, we kept seeing the same pattern play out… Some CEOs grew fast, confidently, almost effortlessly. Others stayed stuck - ev...

You give your team everything. You squeeze in one more client. You answer messages at night. You are the first to sacrifice your own time and the last one to stop thinking about the business. But your salon doesn’t just need your effort - it needs your energy. In this week’s episode, Joel unpacks why being the most exhausted, most available, most "plugged in" person in the room - is exactly what i...

The salon industry is splitting in two. And the gap will only get bigger in 2026. On one side, you have Salon Owners stuck in the weeds, exhausted, overthinking every move, hoping “next year” will be different.  On the other side, you have Salon CEOs who are quietly installing systems, building strong teams, and creating real freedom and profit. And it all comes down to just 3 core truths that alm...

Our industry has changed more in the last five years than anyone expected - and 2026 is shaping up to be the year that separates the exhausted salon owner from the empowered Salon CEO. In this episode, Larissa breaks down the three pillars every salon must strengthen if you want to grow profitably, lead with confidence and build a team who can truly perform. You’ll hear what’s been happening in th...

A truly irreplaceable salon manager doesn’t just “run the floor.” They amplify you. They protect your energy. They drive results, steer culture, and keep the salon moving forward - even when you’re nowhere in sight. If you're ready for a manager who actually frees you from the daily grind- Joel will show you exactly what to look for, what to develop, and what must change . 3 Reasons to Listen: You...

Ever wondered what a L’Oréal executive would do if she opened a salon from scratch?  Alishia Smart reveals the real journey of becoming a Salon CEO after 25 years at L’Oréal - the mistakes, the rebuild, and the systems that saved her! 3 reasons to listen Learn how she grew rebooking from 60% to 85% with only one 5 minute strategy Unlock the secret to building a team that thrives without you there...

From teenage mum. To leading L’Oréal New Zealand. To Salon CEO 🔥  Imagine running a $200 million beauty brand. Huge team. Tight targets. Constant pressure to grow. Now imagine taking everything you learned from that world - and applying it to your salon. That’s exactly what Salon Owner Alishia Smart did. Inside this powerful episode, Alishia shares how she turned judgement into fuel, mastered the...

Every salon owner hits a point where growth stalls - not because you’re doing something wrong, but because you’ve simply outgrown your current stage of leadership . So… where are you on the Salon Leadership Ladder? Are you the Operator, the Manager, the Leader, or the CEO? Inside this episode, you’ll discover: 3 reasons to listen  What these 4 stages of the Leadership Ladder mean - and which one y...

What if your manager could lead your salon so smoothly… it felt like magic?   Our Lead Salon Mastery Coach GG reveals how to unlock “Manager Magic”- the perfect blend of clarity, structure, and confidence that empowers your manager to truly lead.   You’ll learn how to delegate the right way, communicate like a CEO, and create a leadership system that frees you from daily chaos - while yo...

You don’t get a dream team by accident. You build it by giving clear direction with clarity, holding high standards, and hiring with the right mindset..   In this episode, Joel reveals the 3 rules that transform an average team into a badass, high-performing salon culture.   3 reasons to listen Learn how to define your salon’s culture clearly, so everyone knows the standard   How to...

If your team “just don’t care” anymore… You need to try this before it’s too late. Larissa and Joel get real about extreme ownership and the leadership shift that reignites a flat team.    We’ll show you how to stack simple systems so motivation stops being the bottleneck, and why a relentless season might be the move that changes everything. Real salon owner stories, clear steps, and the min...

Freedom. Balance. Profit. That’s what you dreamed of when you started your salon… not 60-hour weeks and constant chaos. If your salon can’t function without you, it’s not because you’re doing something wrong- it’s because you’re missing the leadership support your business needs.   In this episode, Larissa dives into why hiring and training a Salon manager isn’t just about delegation- it’s ab...

When Salon Owner Ben Oxlade took over his family salon, he inherited more than just a business - he inherited the overwhelm, the burnout, and the belief that working harder behind the chair was the only way to survive.   Fast forward 18 months, and Ben has completely rewritten that story. He has nearly doubled his salon’s revenue without doubling his team, built managers who he can trust, and...

Are you paying for a salon manager but still doing their jobs & tasks, yourself? Most salon owners- even the best ones- make the same mistakes when choosing or hiring and leading managers. These mistakes quietly drain sanity, profit, weaken culture, and keep you stuck in the weeds. In this episode, Larissa and Joel unpack the costly mistakes salon owners make with managers and show you exactly...

Is the energy in your salon dragging everyone down? Motivation is low, the vibes are flat, and before you know it- one person’s average, uninspired, “meh” attitude will spread through the whole team. If left unchecked, that kind of energy will slowly sabotage your culture, your results, and yep… your profits. That’s why Joel’s sharing his 10 Culture Commandments- a simple, powerful framework to re...

Are you stuck babysitting your team instead of leading your salon with confidence?   If you’re tired of walking into your salon and instantly sensing the drama, chasing staff to do the things they should already know, or carrying the weight of accountability on your shoulders - this episode is for you.    It’s time to step out of referee mode and into CEO leadership.   3 Reasons Why...

Is your most creative ideas locked away? In this episode, we uncover the one ingredient most Salon Owners are missing: CEO white space. You’ll discover: Why your brain needs rest to make smarter CEO decisions How CEO white space accelerates growth (and why burnout slows it down) The surprising way your team actually benefits when you step away (without ‘cats away - mice will play’) If you’re ready...

Could your team secretly be dysfunctional without you even realising it?   In this episode, Joel unpacks the 5 key signs that reveal whether your salon team is cohesive, competitive, communal, or toxic. Discover how dysfunction quietly creeps into culture, how to measure it, and most importantly -  how to shift your salon into high trust, accountability, and performance.   Because your t...

Are you or your team the reason your salon isn’t growing?   In this episode of the Salon Owners Collective Podcast, Larissa unpacks the 3 biggest roadblocks that stop salons from scaling- and the one powerful strategy that can help you break free and unlock unstoppable growth.   If you’ve ever felt resentful being stuck on the floor, worried about your top stylist planning their exit, or...

Sick days. Gossip. Disengagement. They’re not the root problem - they’re a symptom of a bigger leadership gap.   In this episode, Larissa Macleman and Coach Joel Bouzaid break down why your team might be quietly side-eyeing you, what they’re waiting for you to do, and how to reset your culture without endless “hard” conversations. We’ll cover how to spot the real cause of draining team behavi...

If your salon team leans on you for everything, you’re not leading- you’re bottlenecking.   B reaks down the 4 stages of salon growth and introduces a radical shift: trading in “doing” for communicating the future .   Learn the 12 Communication Pillars every salon CEO must master to build a high-performing, self-led team and unlock scalable success.   You’ll walk away with a new fra...

What do you do when your Salon team goes from 30 to 60 overnight? I sat down with celebrity stylist and salon owner George Gonzalez, as he shares his journey through massive growth, team mergers, and fearless leadership.   We talk about:      - What he learned behind the scenes with Oprah Winfrey      - How he navigated the unknown while scaling      - The leadership approach that helped him...

Should I sell my salon… or step up and scale? It’s one of the hardest decisions a salon owner can face. Larissa Macleman is joined by Coach Joel Bouziad to discuss the widening gap in the salon industry- between those thriving: growing, hiring, and opening second locations… and those quietly closing their doors. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just unsure of your next move- this episode i...