The Hair Game

Wig educator, entrepreneur, and founder of the @americanwigassociation - Marquetta Breslin @marquettabreslin has been helping people learn to make lace wigs nearly 20 years. She shares her journey to hair, which included taking care of her siblings while both of her parents struggled with drug addiction.  This week's topics: • Living with parents who struggled with addiction • Entering the Armed F...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Wig educator, entrepreneur, and founder of the @americanwigassociation - Marquetta Breslin @marquettabreslin has been helping people learn to make lace wigs nearly 20 years. She shares her journey to hair, which included taki...

Tim Ummel, founder & CEO of Give Virtual Care joins us to discuss an amazing membership service that saves hairdressers time & money when it comes to health care....all from your phone. From doctor's visits (including mental health services) to ordering prescriptions, virtual care can fill in a lot of the gaps of traditional health insurance for just $30 a month. Learn more about GVC health here:...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Tim Ummel, founder & CEO of Give Virtual Care joins us to discuss an amazing membership service that saves hairdressers time & money when it comes to health care....all from your phone. From doctor's visits (including mental...

Charli Boell shares the incredible journey of finding themselves through hair. After giving a client a haircut they truly felt themselves in, Charli realized it was time to face her own feelings and begin the process of showing the world her true self. We discuss the challenges and realities of such a drastic change in the middle of a career, and how it has affected their client-base as well as op...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Charli Boell shares the incredible journey of finding themselves through hair. After giving a client a haircut they truly felt themselves in, Charli realized it was time to face her own feelings and begin the process of showi...

Sean Ralston @seanscutshair was leading a comfortable life being a restaurant manager as a young adult.... but he realized he wanted a more creative career with room to grow. We discuss his journey towards opening his own shop, his work as an educator on YouTube, and more! This Week's Topics: • His switch from restaurant manager to barber • Opening his own shop after two years in the industry • St...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Sean Ralston @seanscutshair was leading a comfortable life being a restaurant manager as a young adult.... but he realized he wanted a more creative career with room to grow. We discuss his journey towards opening his own sho...

Haircutting expert and educator @danieljosephmuldoon chose to focus on his technique and reputation to become successful. We discuss the progression of his career and his decision to become a career educator.  This week's topics: • Following in father's footsteps to be a hairdresser • His experience at Sassoon academy in LA • Working behind the chair for 6 months, then returning to the academy to...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Haircutting expert and educator @danieljosephmuldoon chose to focus on his technique and reputation to become successful. We discuss the progression of his career and his decision to become a career educator.  This week's top...

NAHA '22 Finalist and multiple award-winner Brendnetta Ashley @edgybgirl has spent 19 years in the industry and shares why winning is the journey - not the trophy. We discuss the creative process and how to stay positive and focused regarding your career. This Week's Topics: • Being in the industry 19 years and trusting the process • Discussion of Instagram likes & views: do they matter? • The cre...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. NAHA '22 Finalist and multiple award-winner Brendnetta Ashley @edgybgirl has spent 19 years in the industry and shares why winning is the journey - not the trophy. We discuss the creative process and how to stay positive and...

Hairdresser, salon owner, entrepreneur.... Leche is incredibly driven and motivated to succeed yet always focused on lifting others up first. He shares t he core principles guiding his career as well as his daily strategy for being productive. This Week's Topics: • His shop in DTLA and the experience they strive for • Raising prices • Starting his product line SALIQ • His org strategy for the day...

Hairdresser, salon owner, entrepreneur.... Leche is incredibly driven and motivated to succeed yet always focused on lifting others up first. He shares t he core principles guiding his career as well as his daily strategy for being productive. This Week's Topics: • His shop in DTLA and the experience they strive for • Raising prices • Starting his product line SALIQ • His org strategy for the day...

Men's grooming expert and award-winning barber @mattyconrad joined us again at ISSE and we had some great discussions on how to find your client's true style, industry trends, and what's more important: the service or the experience. This Week's Topics: • Trends and phases • Authenticity • Becoming the beard expert • Lack of grooming knowledge from clients • Being observant and finding the client'...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Men's grooming expert and award-winning barber @mattyconrad joined us again at ISSE and we had some great discussions on how to find your client's true style, industry trends, and what's more important: the service or the exp...

Kristy Underwood, Executive Officer of the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology @cabarbercosmo, joins us this week to give a look at how the board operates, their role in licensing and enforcement, and how you can get involved in shaping the rules & regulations of our industry. This week's topics: • Realizing hairdressers thought state board was their advocate during COVID • How the board...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Kristy Underwood, Executive Officer of the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology @cabarbercosmo, joins us this week to give a look at how the board operates, their role in licensing and enforcement, and how you can ge...

Legendary platform artist & educator @samvillahair joined us at ISSE 2022 and shared his journey towards hair. We also discuss how he has kept evolving in the digital age and how teaching continues to drive his passion for the industry. This Week's Topics: • Creating his education & tools company • Growing up in the barbershop with his dad; going to beauty school • How he kept evolving in the digi...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Legendary platform artist & educator @samvillahair joined us at ISSE 2022 and shared his journey towards hair. We also discuss how he has kept evolving in the digital age and how teaching continues to drive his passion for th...

Salon owner and educator @presleypoe faced negative attitudes and was suppressed career-wise at her first salons due to looking different. She shares her journey finding her place, as well as learning what it takes to be a good leader. This Week's Topics: • Balancing work / life • Not fitting first salon's 'aesthetic' • Moving to Portland and finding her place • The values of being a good leader  ...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Salon owner and educator @presleypoe faced negative attitudes and was suppressed career-wise at her first salons due to looking different. She shares her journey finding her place, as well as learning what it takes to be a go...

We held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @paintedhair  @edithnavarroartist and @deanothebarber_ in a live podcast recording. We cover topics that will help set you up for long term success as an independent beauty pro and go in depth with the customer experience within a salon studio environment. This Week's Topics: • Getting started: business classification & insurance • Waivers/litigation...

We've taken clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode and put them together here! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. We held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @paintedhair  @edithnavarroartist and @deanothebarber_ in a live podcast recording. We cover topics that will help set you up for long term success as an independent beauty pro...

We held a panel class at ISSE 2022 with experts @itsmrjladner @jamiedanahairstylist @thepaulaperalta and  @sharon.simplyinsane to learn how to navigate & utilize tech to grow your salon business as an independent beauty professional. This Week's Topics: • Booking Apps • Social Media • Retail Online • Website Design & Branding Have you left a review for The Hair Game Podcast yet? July's Pod Loot wi...