The Hair Game

Hairstylist & Business Educator @hairbyhunty discusses the results of a survey he conducted with 500 women who visit hair salons. The survey covered topics such as online booking, pre-booking appointments, and pricing models... lots of surprising results! Listen in to hear what everyday clients think about your business practices. This Week's Topics: • Description of the survey   • Preferences reg...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Hairstylist & Business Educator @hairbyhunty discusses the results of a survey he conducted with 500 women who visit hair salons. The survey covered topics such as online booking, pre-booking appointments, and pricing models... lots of surprising results...

Krista Bartik aka @colorbykriss has been featured on Beauty Launchpad's Top 30 under 30 and 3-time finalist of the BTC Oneshot hair awards. We discuss her journey in the hair industry, her passion for education, and her upcoming independent venture. We also talk about photography tips, hacks for double booking, and the advantage of being young & willing to make mistakes. This Week's Topics:   • Ho...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Krista Bartik aka @colorbykriss has been featured on Beauty Launchpad's Top 30 under 30 and 3-time finalist of the BTC Oneshot hair awards. We discuss her journey in the hair industry, her passion for education, and her upcoming independent venture. We a...

Donovan has put together his favorite highlights from throughout 2023! Take a look back at important topics we covered, as well as some of the best pearls of wisdom our guests dropped on us. Thanks for being a Hair Gamer and cheers to a successful new year! Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'T...

Your host Eric Taylor gives a look back at the year and the holiday season. A huge thanks to all of our Hair Gamers that continue to listen each week! We hope your year has been successful - and here's to even more success in the new year!    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Po...

We continue our conversation this week with @conorjmd - what does his neurodiverse education platform do that others don't? We also discuss his approach to social media and why it is vital that protect your mental health.  This Week's Topics:   • Hair Education and Managing Time   • Neurodiversity in Education   • Instagram vs TikTok   • Dealing with Weighty Conversations as a Hairdresser   • Prot...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. We continue our conversation this week with @conorjmd - what does his neurodiverse education platform do that others don't? We also discuss his approach to social media and why it is vital that protect your mental health.  This Week's Topics:   • Hair Ed...

Patricia Nikole, creator of HI Contrast Hair Painting and the first Schwarzkopf USA Artistic Ambassador, joins us again to share how she has evolved her social media and education platforms over the past few years. We also discuss how she continues to use her iPhone 6! for shooting her content and her strategies for getting great finished looks of her clients. This Week's Topics: • Being Schwarzko...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Patricia Nikole, creator of HI Contrast Hair Painting and the first Schwarzkopf USA Artistic Ambassador, joins us again to share how she has evolved her social media and education platforms over the past few years. We also discuss how she continues to us...

Hairstylist and educator Conor Doyle @conorjmd has spent a lot of time in different areas of Europe and shares his thoughts on how life in the salon is different there. We discuss the image of the hairdresser, training and licensing requirements, and the challenge of pricing. We had an amazing convo and will be back in a couple weeks with Conor for part 2! This Week's Topics:   • Growing up when h...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Hairstylist and educator Conor Doyle @conorjmd has spent a lot of time in different areas of Europe and shares his thoughts on how life in the salon is different there. We discuss the image of the hairdresser, training and licensing requirements, and the...

Curl Specialist, educator, and industry activist @keyaartistically has spent the past few years working with the largest brands in our industry to educate them on diversity & inclusion. She shares the challenges she faces when trying to change the narrative in salons as well as corporate offices. We also discuss online product sales and why she recently left her salon after 10 years.     This Week...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Curl Specialist, educator, and industry activist @keyaartistically has spent the past few years working with the largest brands in our industry to educate them on diversity & inclusion. She shares the challenges she faces when trying to change the narrat...

Stylist and Sam Villa Hair Arteam member @rogermolinahair gives us the wonderful glimpse into his creative process as well as the challenges he faces during it. He shares his strategy on dealing with problems and how to reframe a negative situation. This Week's Topics : • Reframing something negative or distracting • Starting your day with a short prep session • Playing in a band that broke up and...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Stylist and Sam Villa Hair Arteam member @rogermolinahair gives us the wonderful glimpse into his creative process as well as the challenges he faces during it. He shares his strategy on dealing with problems and how to reframe a negative situation. This...

Educator and Balayage Specialist @dvcolour grew up watching her mother do hair and saw the passion she had for it. That passion was the same for Diana and she constantly focused on leveling up her technique and knowledge. We discuss how taking classes can not only elevate your work but also your income. This Week's Topics:  • Getting her passion for hair from watching her mother; losing her in hig...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Educator and Balayage Specialist @dvcolour grew up watching her mother do hair and saw the passion she had for it. That passion was the same for Diana and she constantly focused on leveling up her technique and knowledge. We discuss how taking classes ca...

Are you actively trying to build your dream book or just hoping it will happen?  Early in her career, Independent Educator and member of the BTC team @manely.summer focused on shaping her clientele and services she offered. She now is able to choose the clients she wants and only do the services she likes!  We discuss a wealth of topics with Summer including clientele, blonding, and tips for takin...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Are you actively trying to build your dream book or just hoping it will happen?  Early in her career, Independent Educator and member of the BTC team @manely.summer focused on shaping her clientele and services she offered. She now is able to choose the...

We continue our conversation with @barber.josh.o.p this week and discuss the important barriers to break down with your client, as well as the balancing act of giving them the haircut they want vs. the haircut they will look best with. This Week's Topics: • How to determine the suitability of a haircut   • The important barriers to break down with your client   • What he would change about the ind...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. We continue our conversation with @barber.josh.o.p this week and discuss the important barriers to break down with your client, as well as the balancing act of giving them the haircut they want vs. the haircut they will look best with. This Week's Topics...

Educator and Self Design Coach @barber.josh.o.p gives us a wealth of advice and strategy to help you be more fulfilled in your hairdressing career. We discuss the importance of finding purpose, as well as analyzing your relationship with our industry.... is it a healthy one? This Week's Topics: • Finding comfort and purpose in hair • Making sure you are fulfilled and love what you do • His process...

These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Educator and Self Design Coach @barber.josh.o.p gives us a wealth of advice and strategy to help you be more fulfilled in your hairdressing career. We discuss the importance of finding purpose, as well as analyzing your relationship with our industry.......

Salon owner & extensions specialist @sarahmgdoeshair spent years struggling as a hairdresser, but never gave up because of how much she enjoyed it. It was when she discovered extensions that her career truly took off.  We discuss her shift in focus to extensions and how she became a specialist. Would she recommend the way she went about learning extensions? Listen and find out! This week's topics:...