Shop Talk by Elevated Stylist

In this highly anticipated season finale of Shop Talk, we've rolled out the gold carpet and are diving deep into the treasure chest of wisdom our guests have shared throughout the season!  Prepare to be mind-blown as we stitch together the most impactful "Real T" moments, those mic-drop tips, tricks, and takeaways that have resonated with us and our listeners. From industry secrets t...

In this highly anticipated season finale of Shop Talk, we've rolled out the gold carpet and are diving deep into the treasure chest of wisdom our guests have shared throughout the season! Prepare to be mind-blown as we stitch together the most impactful "Real T" moments, those mic-drop tips, tricks, and takeaways that have resonated with us and our listeners. From industry secrets to...

In this calming episode, we're joined by breathwork coach Jody Kezar, who will guide us on a transformative journey to find inner balance and deep relaxation. Breathwork, an ancient practice rooted in mindful breathing techniques, has been known to reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and elevate one's sense of well-being. Jody brings a unique blend of traditional methods combined with c...

In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the transformative power of positive self-talk and the profound impact it can have on our well-being and overall life journey. 🧠 Jody explores practical exercises and mindfulness techniques to reframe negative thought patterns and cultivate a kinder, more compassionate dialogue with oneself. As we journey through this episode, discover how you can...

In today's episode, we dive deep into the modern challenges of online comparisons and the pursuit of genuine self-worth. Jody begins by unraveling the intricacies of living in a digital age where curated feeds often overshadow authentic realities. But what toll is this taking on our mental health? Jody discusses some revealing realities on the ties between social media and emotional well-being...

Jody shares with us her new venture in wellness and breathwork. Jody, after retiring from a 20-year career doing hair knew that her new mission was now to make people feel as good on the inside as she made people feel on the outside. She shares what breathwork is, and why its so important to keep our nervous system calm and balanced. She also goes over the different autonomic nervous systems and h...

In this episode, we chat with a real-life unicorn! Brittney Carmichael is the founder of Shine School, a self-love course that has helped thousands of women awaken their authentic selves and reclaim their power, creator of the Shine From the Inside Oracle, and co-founder of The Elevated Life Membership Club. Named Top 20 Soul Coaches of 2022, Brit is a trailblazing lightworker, psychic medium, awa...

Hunter Donia, a previous guest on the show. Hunter just finished doing a survey across the U.S. with 500 women who visit hair salons, exploring their thoughts on the innovative ways hairstylists are doing business today. The results were pretty eye-opening! Hunter shares these findings in this weeks episode. He believes it’ll help the industry understand what’s new and exciting, and what clients a...

If you're a humanitarian, and love a feel-good story, then this is the episode for you! Alannah Zilkowsky is a hairstylist, salon owner, and website designer specifically for hair salons and stylists. She's a dog mom, plant lover, and world traveler. For the past three years, she has been traveling to the Philippines to volunteer with Hair Aid, an Australian charity that teaches women basi...

In today’s episode, Jody interviews Sonia where they're cutting through to the core of haircutting, exploring the multiple layers of excellence that lie within. We’ll also be confronting the fears and doubts that come with mastering the craft, and shedding light on the nuances that can elevate your technique to an art form. We cover topics like: Push Through Fears & Doubts Overcoming the i...

Welcome to another episode, and today we're diving deep into the heart of what many salon owners face but seldom discuss. Ever felt that overwhelming sensation of being lost, even in a space you've known and loved for years? The world of beauty is ever-evolving, and while trends come and go, we are forced to always keep up, especially as a salon owner, can weigh heavily on our spirits. It&...

Welcome, in this episode we dive deep into the intricacies of beauty and business. Sonia interviews Jody and we're taking a vibrant journey into the world of hair colouring, uncovering both the artistry and the entrepreneurship behind the chair. Whether you're a stylist, salon owner, or just curious about what goes into the perfect shade, this episode is sure to enlighten you. We cover top...

We are so excited about this episode. we had the pleasure of chatting with Jamie Dana who since 2016, has taught tens of thousands of hairstylists how to grow and scale their businesses. Through her online programs, Instagram, YouTube channel, and speaking engagements all over the world, Jamie loves helping stylists see their full potential not only as a hairstylist, but also as a business owner....

In this weeks episode we chat with, Jason Casovan founder and co creator of Dite, a brand new online platform for all beauty industry professionals. Whether you are looking for work, looking to find stylists, education and events or utilize a professionals only marketplace - Dite is a perfect platform for you. In this episode we covered so many things like: how the platform can came to be and why...

In this episode we had the pleasure of chatting with John Mosley! He is the Founder and CEO of his company and brand, "The Popular Nobody Brand" which includes Team Popular Nobody, PN Productions, The PN Affiliate and Mentorship Program and The Nobody Way Foundation. In addition to managing his company, John also serves as one of the newest Artistic Director for John Paul Mitchell System...

Scott founded Salon S.O.S. in 2017 to bring his 20+ years of beauty industry experience, plus impressive marketing prowess, together to create incredible digital marketing tools and resources specifically designed for the salon and spa industry. Scott is dedicated to adding value to the beauty industry and infuses his passion and energy into solutions that help independent stylists, salon owners,...

In this episode we chat with Lindsay Mayuga a.k.a @ lindsaymakeswaves . Lindsay's vision and mission is helping women become independent and free to make waves in their own lives and in the world that creates equality. She is the host of the She Makes Waves Podcast and creator of the digital course She Nets Worth. Lindsay began her career making waves as a hairstylist and now plays in her love...

In this episode we chat with Julie Klein a.k.a @ colorswithchemistry she is the owner and educator at Colours With Chemistry, a non-branded education company focusing on helping stylists become confident and empowered in understanding their hair colour and hair colour chemistry no matter what colour line the stylist chooses to uses. We really loved chatting with her and talking colour. In this epi...

In this episode we chat with Sarai Speer a.k.a @ theplatinumgiraffe . She was one of our retreat educators last year and we are so delighted to have this hour to catch up with her and chat about a topic we all struggle with, BALANCE! This hustle culture we live in isn't just a symptom of a modern society, its become a cumulation of many generations of hustling.  In this episode we talk about:...

In this episode we are chatting with Stephanie Russle Jacobs. a.k.a @psycologicallysafesteph. Stephanie is a hairstylist turned psychological safety coach. This seemingly random career change unveiled itself naturally as her path in life led her to have to recover from low self-esteem, burn-out and a mental illness diagnosis. Having experienced psychologically unsafe and toxic relationships at hom...

In this second part of a two part series Sonia shares some powerful elements to empower you to take your consultations and career to a whole knew level. She shares perspectives, views and tools on how this can change the way your clients interact and respect you and your craft. You don’t want to miss this one.  To gain access to our FREE Consultation PDF thats tried, tested and true. Please email...

In this episode, Sonia shares with you 3 juicy and powerful tips to help you elevate your consultations. These points aren't the normal approach to consultations. She’s challenging you to step up, level up and show up in a different way that will help shape and shift your career to new heights. Make sure you stay tuned for part 2! How to Connect with Elevated Stylist: Apply to be on the podcas...

In this episode, co-founder Sonia shares with you some real, simple yet tangible tools in self care that will help you elevate your performance. She’s been an advocate of radical self care since her bout with burnout in 2017 and has been on a mission to bring this to the hair industry with Jody since 2019 with the inception of Elevated Stylist Retreat.  Self care is something that looks different...

In this episode Sonia speaks with Ashley walker also known as, @becomingceremony  on Instagram. She is  helping beauty biz pros 2x their revenue and heal their clients without the hustle through holistic services that sell. We are so excited to be sharing this episode and conversation with you as away to introduce a new way of doing the hair biz. We chat openly about: A new business model that is...

In this bonus meditation episode, co-founder Sonia will be guiding you through a short 6 minute meditation to help you with your trust and intuition.