The Messy Hairstylist

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! We all have an idea of what perfection paralysis means right?  Seems pretty straightforward.  What if we told you that this "syndrome" was actually affecting your life in ways you may not have considered?  Listen along as we discuss how to identify,  get uncomfortable and overcome perfection paralysis.  BONUS: Listen until the...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Do you find yourself at the end of every year telling yourself, "this is the year I am taking goal setting seriously!"? If so, Kelsey and Abby want to help you slow it down and avoid making the goal setting mistakes that they have made in years past. This year, start your goal setting off on the right foot by learning the do&a...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! When you first dream of owning your own business or getting your chair as a hairstylist, it's only natural to think about the wins you plan to achieve. The one thing that nobody prepares you for, is how to handle the loses. In this episode, Kelsey and Abby share their wins, losses, and struggles, both personally and professionally...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! The holiday hustle and bustle is wonderful, BUT in our industry we experience a different type of busy.   It's exhausting- both mentally and physically.  This week we talk about what that looks like and how to work through the overwhelming sensation to completely shut down.   It's ok to feel burned out, but recognizing the fee...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Are you a Millennial Hairstylist? If so,  you've been in the industry probably more than 10 years and under 25 years. You were "raised" by the old-school hairstylist, and knew the industry before social media. If you ever feel lost in our quickly changing, technology-obsessed industry, here you will how Millennial Hairsty...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Hourly vs. A la carte.  Abby vs. Kelsey.  Who's way is best and which way is best for you? In today's episode we share our own pros and cons of both hourly and a la carte pricing.  Follow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywarther Follow Kelsey on Instagram at @kelseymorrishair

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! It's no secret that marketing your business as a hairstylist is overwhelming and could be a full time job on it's own. That's why today we are talking about how to get back to the basics with marketing. Here we discuss one of the most foundational marketing strategies you can use, that also happens to be the most effectiv...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Are you "triggered" by the holidays?  Does the anxiety start setting in as soon as Halloween is over?   Traditionally, the holiday season is a stylists busiest time of the year and with that comes a lot of pressure to work extra hours to please everyone (while killing ourselves). This week we shine light on several ways to max...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Social media can be overwhelming and exhausting.  The rat race of keeping up with the algorithms and putting out great content can feel defeating.  This week we  explore the "games" of Instagram and how to decipher which brings  ACTUAL revenue to your business.  It's time to make better use of your time and learn how to d...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! We are celebrating Episode 10 AND 1,000 downloads with a GIVEAWAY to thank 2 lucky listeners! Read below for rules to enter. In this episode we shared our 5 biggest takeaways after we started this podcast from scratch. From what we would do differently, to the good and not-so-good feedback we've received, to our love(or hate) of se...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Do you feel like you are always waiting for the next big step in your career?  This week the girls talk about "getting scrappy" and how to build the confidence in yourself to create opportunities and achieve your goals. Abby and Kelsey both share stories about pivotal moments in their careers.  How these moments took confidenc...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Dress code is a hot topic in our industry!  This week Abby and Kelsey discuss how Covid affected their personal style and what impact it had in their business.  They work through how the vibe of a salon can play a role in the "appropriate attire" and what to think about when dressing for the day. If you are struggling with you...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! 50 volume for highlighting hair?  Here at The Messy Hairstylist Podcast, we like to discuss topics that might not always be well received.  As huge fans of 50 volume, we discuss when and when not to use 50 volume, and why it is a must-have for hand-painted balayage. Follow us @abbywbalayage @kelseymorris18 Follow Abby on Instagram and T...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Overstimulation is something we battle everyday as hairdressers.  We are continuously giving ourselves physically and emotionally to take care of our guests... THIS TAKES ITS TOLL! Abby and Kelsey deep dive in to what overstimulation looks like in their day to day lives and how they are able to cope.  They talk about mental health, spec...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Feeling overwhelmed with your current symptoms OR lack of?  The girls talk about how they are implementing procedures in the salon that help them be more successful.   In a modernized world, where everything is technology based and new options are always being thrown in our faces, how do you know whats right for you? What if you were al...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! *CONTROVERSIAL TOPICS AHEAD*  In this episode Abby & Kelsey dissect three industry mantras that they aren't able to fully achieve.  They share an unpopular opinion that their messy attributes aren't holding them back and, in some cases, could give them an advantage!  Tune in to find out if you agree. Follow us  @abbywbalay...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Pricing can be awkward.  We all know it!  In this episode  Abby & Kelsey work through the reasons why we discount and how to get away from the bad habit.   Follow us  @abbywbalayage  @kelseymorris18 Follow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywarther Follow Kelsey on Instagram at @kelseymorrishair

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! Are you a messy hairstylist?  What exactly does that mean?  In this episode Abby Warther & Kelsey Morris are going to ruffle some feathers as they talk about their messy attributes and how they've managed success as flawed individuals.   Follow us  @abbywbalayage @kelseymorris18 Follow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywa...

Send a a Text- leave your name & email so we can respond! This week the girls focus on self awareness and how their mistakes behind the chair have helped them  grow in to better stylists AND humans.  BEWARE these are GRAPHIC hair tragedies and will make you cringe. Follow us  @abbywbalayage @Kelseymorris18 Follow Abby on Instagram and TikTok at @theabbywarther Follow Kelsey on Instagram at @ke...