Craig Michaud
Salon Professional Podcast by Evolve Salon Systems
If you are in the professional salon industry this is for YOU! Trending topics, motivation, business savvy and so much more.
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Craig Michaud
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Nov 10, 2025
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Episodes
2021 Advice from leaders in the beauty industry 25.01.2021 32:04
We have assembled so many amazing industry peeps to share their very best advice with all of you for 2021! We hope you enjoy and please leave us a review if you loved this episode. Here is the link to your FREE Reels Class: https://flourishmarketingacademy.thinkific.com/courses/how-to-use-instagram-reels
Gain Peace of Mind in knowing that your business is covered legally with Cory Sterling of Conscious Counsel 18.01.2021 50:23
As a heart-leading entrepreneur and an all-star service provider, you'll want to cover all of your bases so you can focus your energy on what you do best. Cory Sterling shares the importance of your limited liability waiver, salon agreements and all about non-competes. To schedule a call with Conscious Counsel: holler@consciouscounsel.ca For Your Free Checklist: https://consciouscounsel.page...
Meet Platform Artist & Solve Haircare Creative Director Shelly Devlin 11.01.2021 24:31
Shelly Devlin has enjoyed a storied career in the professional beauty industry from stylist to salon owner to major platform artist! Evolve is now lucky to have her as our Creative Director and she has cooked up some incredible classes for you. Hear about her journey, great inspiration and the classes you will not want to miss this 2021!
2021 Checklist & Guide to Your Comeback Story with Tyler Gadwah 04.01.2021 43:10
We know that 2020 was anything but "normal", and with challenges comes our chance to comeback bigger, better and stronger. This 2021 kickoff episode shares the action steps you as stylists and salon owners need to take NOW so our businesses can survive and thrive. Follow Tyler on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tylerevolving/ Follow Evolve on IG: https://www.instagram.com/evolvesalonsyst...
A salon owners journey from passion to profit! 16.11.2020 28:11
Salon owner, Kelly Almeida is sharing her journey of being a 24 year old stylist with a dream of opening her own business, to almost closing her doors, to a hugely successful salon and an incredible leader. She is sharing her journey and great actionable advice for salon owners or anyone thinking of starting their own business. Follow Salon Ell on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s...
Help, Hope and Guidance that all Salon Professionals Need Right Now! 13.11.2020 57:26
Here are the resources discussed in this episode. Set Up Your Online Store: https://www.saloninteractive.com/evolve/ Knowledge Base for Salon Interactive: https://saloninteractive.force.com/s/ Salon Proactive Checklist: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1guo66euv9UZIR7ZHEmEqLMg6YYFVSbEz/view
Big Industry News and Tips to Increase Your Service Revenue RIGHT NOW! 09.11.2020 39:22
Join Cezanne Hair Vice President Lori Frank-Bretwisch as she shares big changes happening in the beauty industry and how to capture more service dollars with the guests in your chair! Cezanne Website: https://www.cezannehair.com/ Email lisab@evolvesalonsystems.com to get in touch with our specialists!
How to Market to the Clean Beauty Consumer with Marci Brown 12.10.2020 36:11
Salon Pro's we are missing a big opportunity marketing to the "conscience consumer". Did you know that GenZ's oldest are now 24 and the oldest millenials are now in their 40's? That is a lot of spending power we can capture in our salons. Marci Brown is sharing her vast marketing expertise and defining all the "green" words and what they really mean. Follow Marci Brown on Instagr...
Make More Money in 2020-Touch-Free Retail 14.09.2020 38:02
The 3 Step Process to E Commerce success with Steve Reiss. Sell Retail in Your Sleep: https://www.saloninteractive.com/evolve/
Craig Michaud's State of the Beauty Industry + Actionable Tips for Success Right Now 07.09.2020 41:28
Craig Michaud is sharing the current state of the industry and best practices for RIGHT NOW! We cover everything from where we are, how to be a great leader in trying times, more clients in the door, digital marketing and promotional ideas.
Technology 2020-How to grow retail sales with Ecommerce 31.08.2020 45:07
Let's face it, people like to online shop and you are not winning with direct sales brands or brands partnered with Amazon. Salon Interactive and Evolve want the salon industry and the beauty professional to prosper and thrive with online products sales. Learn more about Salon Interactive: https://www.saloninteractive.com/evolve Connect with Steve Reiss: sreiss@saloninteractive...
How to plan for your NOW and retirement with Sean Love 24.08.2020 20:29
2020 has been one crazy year and we want you to be prepared for anything! Sean Love is married to a fabulous salon owner and stylist and he knows the struggles that are faced with insurance and retirement planning. Take a listen to this expert advice. Contact Sean: 978 496 6960 cell Sean.love@cabotrisk.com linkedin.com/in/loveyourinsurancenow
Are you ready to Level Up? 13.07.2020 30:10
Join our own, Kristen Young, as she shares the benefits of our proven level system. If you are a salon owner that needs to give your team direction, or a stylist that wants to achieve your financial goals, take a listen! Follow Kristen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenyoung.evolve/ Email for more info: socialmedia@evolvesalonsystems.com
The Most Important Episode You Need to Hear RIGHT NOW! 06.07.2020 48:41
Join Tyler Gadwah as he shares 3 Proven Pricing Models that work with our 2020 Consumer. It's all about them and YOU running a profitable business! Follow Tyler: https://www.instagram.com/tylerevolving/ Email to be connected with a consultant: socialmedia@evolvesalonsystems.com Link to How to Get Comfortable with Your Pricing Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-be-comfortab...
12 Ways to Improve the Client Experience 19.06.2020 1:04:36
We are joined by the fabulous Chrissy Pike who wears many hats in the Professional Beauty Industry. She is a Hairstylist, Educator, Platform Artist and Evolve Color Specialist. She is sharing how to improve the client experience when everything has changed. We can no longer give hugs, or specialty drinks upon arrival and the experience is different. This episode shares grea...
How to have a spectacular Virtual Consultation with your clients 12.06.2020 27:07
Today's guest, Kate Bowser aka @thechicingredientgeek on Instagram shares her best tips on: Creating a Virtual Consultation Form Key Questions to Ask Tools to use to Create & Conduct the Virtual Consultations Key benefits for now and the future Link to Create Forms: https://docs.google.com/forms/
How a quick request from his wife has kept our business afloat during the pandemic crisis 03.06.2020 6:06
FRANK FM Radio Interview featuring Craig Michaud and this is 5 minutes you don't want to miss for a little inspiration!
Building Financial Security in the Beauty Industry Right Now 29.05.2020 35:04
This episode is filled with tons of great advice on how to be financially secure in uncertain times. We explore everything from how to recoup service dollars when we can't be at full capacity, how to get retail thriving even more and great formulas to see if your pricing is correct. Resources: Learn More about setting up an online boutique: https://www.saloninteractive.com/evolve/ Fol...
How to be comfortable with your pricing model and so much more with Tyler G! 12.05.2020 51:03
Tyler is sharing so much, including how to be comfortable with your pricing model and great ways to have these conversations with your guests! Here is the formula we discussed in the podcast: service/time = $ per minute Example Haircut price is $85 and takes 45 minutes, divide 85/45 =$1.88=your price per minute To determine your hourly worth take the $ per minute and multiply by 60 exa...
What it's like to reopen your salon during Covid-19 06.05.2020 32:30
Disclaimer: Evolve Salon Systems will not be entering into any conversations regarding when salons should reopen. We know this is a hard time for everyone and we all need to do what we think is best. Join Jessie Carter as she shares what it's like to be reopened in our current state. She is sharing her best leadership practices as well as how to handle everything from PPE, new gu...
Thinking of becoming an educator? Already and educator? 24.04.2020 35:11
Jessie Carter joins us from Georgia sharing her journey to becoming an educator, how to get booked and set up your classes for success! Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jleighhair/ Follow Evolve Salon Systems: https://www.instagram.com/evolvesalonsystems/
5 Quick Ways to Greenify Your Salon with Ashley & Deanna of Verde Boutique Salon 20.04.2020 10:31
5 Quick Tips to make your salon more eco-friendly with our friends from Verde. Be sure to follow them for any advice and/or inspiration~ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/verdeboutiquesalon/ Green Circle Salon Info: https://greencirclesalons.com/ Follow Green Circle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greencirclesalons/
What actions steps do salon owners and stylists need to take NOW! 15.04.2020 1:01:57
We are answering all of your questions and provide action steps to take right now! Everything from sanitation, booking to mindset and the PPP Loan!
Scheduling and Sanitations practices for when you reopen 07.04.2020 43:27
We are updating you on the PPP Loan and answering a lot of FAQ's. Thank you all for listening and check out our social channels for updated virtual education classes! Stay safe and healthy!
UPDATE to the PPP Loan 02.04.2020 21:05
Quick update to the SBA PPP Loan!
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