The Hair Game

Natural hair expert & educator @thesavvytouch shares her experience of moving to a new area multiple times and the process of rebuilding her clientele and adjusting her pricings. We also discuss the significance of establishing credibility with current & prospective clients, client expectations vs. reality, and understanding curly hair products. This Week's Topics:   • Cultural Perceptions of Curl...

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. Natural hair expert & educator @thesavvytouch shares her experience of moving to a new area multiple times and the process of rebuilding her clientele and adjusting her pricings. We also discuss the significance of establishing credibility with current &...

Curly hair expert, educator, and salon owner @evanjosephcurls realized the power of curly hair early and it's ability to affect people's lives. We discuss the often misunderstood role of frizz, the psychological aspects of embracing one's natural curls, and the unique challenges faced by curl stylists.  This Week's Topics: • Evan Joseph's Journey into Hairdressing • The Evolution of Curl Expertise...

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. Curly hair expert, educator, and salon owner @evanjosephcurls realized the power of curly hair early and it's ability to affect people's lives. We discuss the often misunderstood role of frizz, the psychological aspects of embracing one's natural curls,...

We have a candid conversation with @anthonythebarber916 covering anxiety, self-worth struggles, and the challenges of entrepreneurship. He discusses the imposter syndrome he faced, the chaos of running multiple businesses, and the realities of launching a product line.  This Week's Topics: • Navigating Personal and Professional Identity • The Role of Humor in the Barbering Industry • Mental Health...

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 have a candid conversation with @anthonythebarber916 covering anxiety, self-worth struggles, and the challenges of entrepreneurship. He discusses the imposter syndrome he faced, the chaos of running multiple businesses, and the realities of launching...

Color Specialist and salon owner @hairbyduhsavannah has spent the last 18 years in the hair industry leveling up her skills, knowledge.... and her prices.  Savannah shares her strategies for pricing as well as increases, and how a good consultation can go a long way towards avoiding issues and establish client trust. This Week's Topics: •  Building a Clientele and Professional Growth •  Navigating...

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. Color Specialist and salon owner @hairbyduhsavannah has spent the last 18 years in the hair industry leveling up her skills, knowledge.... and her prices.  Savannah shares her strategies for pricing as well as increases, and how a good consultation can g...

Bridal Styling Educator and Life Coach @lalasupdos shares her journey from growing up in communist Romania to becoming a successful hairdresser and life coach in the United States. She shares her recent health challenges, including a diagnosis of arthritis and Raynaud's, which led her to reevaluate her career in the hair industry. She discusses her transition to online education and the launch of...

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. Bridal Styling Educator and Life Coach @lalasupdos shares her journey from growing up in communist Romania to becoming a successful hairdresser and life coach in the United States. She shares her recent health challenges, including a diagnosis of arthrit...

After her first creative color client, @hannahdisconnected was told by her fellow stylists that vivids were a fad and she wouldn't make a living doing creative color for very long.  Over a decade later, Hannah is a 2024 BTC One Shot winner and part of the Danger Jones Creative Crew. We discuss her techniques & strategies for color application, as well her process for consultations with clients wan...

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. After her first creative color client, @hannahdisconnected was told by her fellow stylists that vivids were a fad and she wouldn't make a living doing creative color for very long.  Over a decade later, Hannah is a 2024 BTC One Shot winner and part of th...

Hairstylist Instagram expert @jamiedanahairstylist recently shared what she would do differently if she started over. We discuss the 3 easy things you can do to improve the client experience in finding you and your business.  This Week's Topics: • The Evolution of Jamie Dana's Career • Follower Experience and Profile Optimization • Building Trust Through Authenticity • Crafting an Engaging Bio • T...

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 Instagram expert @jamiedanahairstylist recently shared what she would do differently if she started over. We discuss the 3 easy things you can do to improve the client experience in finding you and your business.  This Week's Topics: •   The...

Hairstylist & Salon Owner @hairbydomd began losing her hair in her 20s and has since focused on specializing in alternative hair services. Dominique shares her journey from working in commission-based salons to running her own studio suite, highlighting the challenges and rewards of financial independence. She also discusses her personal experience with hair loss due to PCOS and the emotional impa...

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 & Salon Owner @hairbydomd began losing her hair in her 20s and has since focused on specializing in alternative hair services. Dominique shares her journey from working in commission-based salons to running her own studio suite, highlighting...

@alfredo_lewis is back with us to share how he navigated the corporate world with Matrix and L'Oreal during the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss the current state of hair education and the challenges of navigating the online negativity and bullying that comes with social media stardom. This Week's Topics: • Journey with Matrix and L'Oreal • Navigating Corporate Challenges • The Impact of COVID on Edu...

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. @alfredo_lewis is back with us to share how he navigated the corporate world with Matrix and L'Oreal during the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss the current state of hair education and the challenges of navigating the online negativity and bullying that com...

Global Ambassador and Hair Influencer @Alfredo_Lewis joins The Hair Game and delves into his rise in the industry. He shares his personal story of overcoming tragedy & addiction, the realities of social media fame, and the importance of community in rebuilding his career. This Week's Topics: • Navigating Public Scrutiny and Personal Growth • Overcoming Addiction: A Personal Story • Building a Care...

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. Global Ambassador and Hair Influencer @Alfredo_Lewis joins The Hair Game and delves into his rise in the industry. He shares his personal story of overcoming tragedy & addiction, the realities of social media fame, and the importance of community in rebu...

Successful indie stylist @thecolourchemist shares her journey from aspiring sign language interpreter to successful hairdresser and social media influencer. She shares the challenges she faced in cosmetology school as well as working in a commission salon, and how she transitioned to working independently in a salon suite.    Kourtnee also shares her strategy on TikTok and how she generates second...

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.   Successful indie stylist @thecolourchemist shares her journey from aspiring sign language interpreter to successful hairdresser and social media influencer. She shares the challenges she faced in cosmetology school as well as working in a commission sa...

We put together some of our best clips from 2024! Listen in to find some great advice from an episode you missed, or hear it again as a helpful reminder to jump start your biz in 2025.   Episode Guide:   Ep. 329 • What Clients Want: A Survey of 500 Women w/ Hunter Donia Ep. 356 • How I Went From Addict to Achiever w/ Erica Six Ep. 372 • The Keys to Understanding Textured Hair w/ Dominique LyVar Ep...

Donovan tracked down partygoers willing to share their craziest client stories! Have any of these ever happened to you? Thanks to the following peeps for sharing their story: Amber Holbrook @ambiestyles Jennifer Judy @haircolorboss Roxanne Crisp @theroxannecrisp Joy Williams @joywilliamsbeauty Lilian Interiano @lilyglossofficial Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to...

Art & Cultural Historian @elizabethlblock joins us to discuss the rise of the hair industry in America.  Her book, 'Beyond Vanity: The History and Power of Hairdressing shares the diverse history of women's hair in the 19th & 20th century. We delve into the examples of hair care and beauty practices back then, as well as explore the evolution of hair products, the rise of beauty salons, and the my...