The Modern Hairstylist ™ Podcast

Join us for another insightful episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, where we empower beauty professionals like you to excel in the ever-evolving world of hairstyling. In this episode, our host Hunter interviews accomplished hairstylists Katie Schoenrock and Zarena Flemmings, who share their experiences and wisdom on implementing systems, embracing change, and making informed decisions for th...

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, where we delve into the world of hairstyling and explore the ever-evolving business landscape. In this special two-part series, host Hunter Donia interviews two talented stylists, Sidney Applegate and Shirin Zakerion, who have both made significant shifts in their careers and are now thriving in the hairstyling industry. Drawin...

Today's episode is the follow up to our session pricing deep dive! Now that you've decided to offer session pricing, I will give you all the tea on how to roll out your new pricing and how to introduce it to your clients. (This can still help you out if you've decided to swap your pricing model, even if you didn't decide to go with session pricing!)  Let's connect on Insta...

Today's episode is going to be everything you could possibly need to know about session/package pricing!  I personally use session pricing and I truly believe it is the best way to price your services.  This episode will cover everything from my personal service menu to how you can figure out session pricing for yourself. Let's connect on Instagram!

What is the next step for you as a stylist? I get this question a lot, so today we're breaking down what scalability actually looks like for solo hairstylists! The main goal is to work less and still make the same amount of money or more.  After this episode, you'll have a much more clear idea of how you can easily scale your beauty business.  Let's connect on Instagram!

Today I'm telling you my 5 favorite tech tools when it comes to streamlining your business! Technology is used to help increase productivity and efficiency, so I'm telling you which tools are best to automate and delegate in your beauty business.  Listen now to learn which tech tools you NEED to have to make your work life significantly easier.  Let's connect on Instagram!

Today we're diving in on the scariest part of running your own business... taxes! Michelle and I are breaking down what an S-Corp even is and how it can help you when it comes to the dreaded tax time. Tune in to hear all the in's and out's of what you should be doing to help make your business more profitable this tax season! Let's connect on Instagram!

Today I'm talking all about your marketing funnel and the client's journey through each and every level. We will discuss each part individually and how you should be utilizing it to build trust with your ideal clients. This episode will give you all the tea on how to optimize your marketing funnel and turn it into an ideal client conversion machine!  Let's connect on Instagram!

Today I'm telling you how I successfully moved into my salon suite with zero clients to start with! We're going to talk all about what did and what did not work for me while I was trying to build my clientele.  Tune in to get all the tea on what you should be focusing on if you are trying to build your marketing efforts and get more new guests in your chair.  https://hunterdonia.com/mark...

Today we're diving in on the 3 biggest mistakes hairstylists make when identifying their ideal client.  This is a make or break for your marketing efforts and so many people are doing it wrong! Let's connect on Instagram!

Are you constantly checking that number at the top of your profile? I'm telling you to STOP checking your follower count and just do you! This week, Kaitlyn and I are discussing how the number of followers you have does NOT equal more money and how it's probably holding you back.  Tune in to hear the realities of being reposted by big company names and what you should really be focusing...

Today we are breaking down the fundamentals of posting consistently on social medias! It isn't just about sitting down and batching a bunch of content. In this episode, I give you all of the tools and systems you need to have in place to stay consistent with your marketing efforts AND actually get new clients in your chair! Click the link below to join my new marketing intensive and make your...

Everyone knows that social medias are pushing videos higher in the feed! So... have you decided to adapt and make that change or are you feeling a little lost in the feed? Making reels can seem very overwhelming, I get that! Sometimes it can be hard to even know where to start. That's why this week, the queen of reels herself, Kaitlyn is going to give us all the tea! After this episode you wi...

If social media is your "thing" or not, it doesn't matter if traffic isn't being driven to your social media accounts! That's why this week in The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, I gave you five ways to drive traffic to your funnel so you can see the rewards of all of your hard work! Looking for automation in your biz? Start here! Need a new booking system? Grab this free guid...

If you tuned into the previous episode, this episode is the second part of our Branding Photoshoot Series for Hairstylist! Branding photoshoots are an opportunity for hairstylists to showcase their skills and personality, and to create a cohesive visual identity for their business. They are essential for building a strong personal brand and attracting your ideal clients. In this second half of the...

Branding photoshoots are an opportunity for hairstylists to showcase their skills and personality, and to create a cohesive visual identity for their business. They are essential for building a strong personal brand and attracting your ideal clients. This is a two part series, and in this first part, we're diving into the importance of your branding photoshoot and the mindset obstacles that c...

In this episode, we'll be sharing five unique and creative ways that hairstylists can advertise their online stores and affiliate links. Diversifying your income as a hairstylist is extremely valuable, and if your looking for new ways to promote your products and services, this episode is for you. We'll cover topics from social media optimization to platform usages. So if you're rea...

Email marketing is such a powerful tool that can help hairstylists nurture their current clients, while growing their business. However, there are a lot of components to it that can cause overwhelm or stress. In this episode, I'm sharing tips and tricks to help you streamline and optimize your email marketing as a hairstylist.    Looking for automation in your biz? Start here! Need a new book...

As a hairstylist, your work is constantly being critiqued and quantified. We base so much of our "worth" by reviews and social media stats, it's no wonder why we can typically feel like we need to keep doing more or that we're not quite  as good as the hairstylist next door. In this episode, I want to help you eliminate this obstacle in your career. Looking for automation in yo...

A bad review can almost feel inevitable in our business as beauty service providers. And as passionate as you are, it can cause a big emotional sting. However, you are human and need to feel your feelings and process the situation in order to move forward with growth. In this episode, let's tackle what you can do on your end, when you see a bad review come your way.  Looking for automation in...

We all have our own goals and motivation. Whether or not the hairstylist next to you is supportive or understanding of yours, it should not be an added obstacle for you! Mindset and external influences can truly affect your progress, so let's dive into the resources that can support and uplift you instead. Looking for automation in your biz? Start here! Need a new booking system? Grab this fr...

When we think of inclusivity in salons,  size always seems to be left behind.  But it is SO important that size is addressed and included in your salon equipment and services.  Inclusivity can always be expanded, dive into this episode to find out how.  Looking for automation in your biz? Start here! Need a new booking system? Grab this free guide Let's connect on Instagram!

Confrontation in our profession, as hairstylists, can feel so heavy and overwhelming. However, there are direct and positive ways you can address a client that may not love their results and are wanting a re-do. So let's dive into verbiage and mindset management that will help you hold strong to your boundaries while remaining client centric.  Looking for automation in your biz? Start here! N...

This holiday season, you can accept the abundance without accepting the overwhelm. I get it friend, this is a beautiful time where we're all pouring into the ones we love the most. However, you still need to prioritize yourself, your balance, and your sanity. So let's talk about how we're managing your business this season to make this possible this holiday season and each season af...

It's that time of the year again! The clients are flowing and the social and family events are filling up your calendar. As exciting and abundant as this time is, how do you ensure that you're maintaining balance in your life. Is there such a thing as being too generous? Looking for automation in your biz? Start here! Need a new booking system? Grab this free guide Let's connect on...