Each week, Anthony Ha, Jordan Crook, and Darrell Etherington talk about what's new in original streaming shows and movies. Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ – if it's new, original, and available to stream, you'll hear about it here first.
…
continue reading
I know that being in business isn’t always easy. Along with the many highs and ‘a ha’ moments it can sometimes be soul destroying, frustrating and a very lonely place to be. Being a business owner is one of life’s greatest educations and it gives you two clear choices, either you continually learn, adapt and grow, or you resist change, stagnate and perish. We live in ever changing and sometimes challenging times, so being informed and constantly inspired is more important than ever. Join Ant ...
…
continue reading
The CTN Podcast has guests come on to discuss the intersection between Technology & The world we live in. Our guests range from Tech Entrepreneurs to Celebrities. The CTN Podcast is hosted by serial Entrepreneur & founder of Little Engine Media, Reg Calixte.
…
continue reading
1. (EYES OPEN RIDDIM) - Alaine - If I Have Faith 2. (EYES OPEN RIDDIM) -Shane O - Wicked People 3. (EYES OPEN RIDDIM) - Jahshii - Senseless 4. (EYES OPEN RIDDIM) - Beenie Man - Mankind 5. Burna Boy - Common Person 6. Pheelz - Stand By You 7. XLojay - Moto 8. Libianca - People (Check On Me) 9. Vanessa Bling - Beautiful 10. Alkaline - All Bout 11. (Bedroom Mirror Riddim) - D'Yani - Love Me 12. (Bedroom Mirror Riddim) - Jahvinci - Love & War 13. (Bedroom Mirror Riddim) - Mink Jo - Reverse It 14 ...
…
continue reading
1
247 A Career in Barbering with Hayden Cassidy
43:16
43:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:16
When one door closes another door opens. Success and setback are two sides of the same coin but it takes a strong personality, self belief and determination to bounce back. A couple of years ago I was at 'Salon International’ in London and there was a young barber on stage who was not only doing great work but she also had an infectious personality…
…
continue reading
This week, we review the Netflix documentary "What Jennifer Did." And although we normally don't worry about documentary spoilers, this one has enough of a thriller/mystery structure that we tried to keep the initial review spoiler-free. If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:23 What Jennifer Did review 12:32 …
…
continue reading
1
246 Managing the Costs Around the Colour Bar with Janine Simons
39:32
39:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:32
Every salon owner I’ve ever met wants to know how to better manage their business expenses so that they can be more profitable. And so they should. Ultimately what that all comes down to is looking for ways to increase the income and reduce the outgoings which results in improved profit margins. Both of those topics are covered in depth in our onli…
…
continue reading
This week, Jordan and Anthony review the first part of the third season of the Netflix romance "Bridgerton." If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:28 Bridgerton Season 3 review 20:29 Bridgerton Season 3 spoiler discussionBy Anthony Ha
…
continue reading
1
245 Salon Owners: The Key Number You Need to Know
12:28
12:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:28
What’s your number? There is one number that we don’t talk about enough in this industry and that is probably because although it sounds simple to understand, it isn’t always easy to work it out. So what’s the number I’m talking about? It’s the number that represents the amount of revenue you need to generate each week to keep the doors open and ke…
…
continue reading
This week, we discuss Disney+ making a small profit, Jordan finally catches up with "Dune Part 2," then we review "Baby Reindeer" on Netflix. If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:29 Disney+ discussion 1:49 Dune Part 2 discussion 9:44 Baby Reindeer review 27:02 Baby Reindeer spoiler discussion…
…
continue reading
1
244 What it Takes to Build a Successful Salon Business with Eric Fisher.
47:54
47:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:54
Building a successful business isn’t easy, and sometimes at the beginning of our journey, we look at established businesses and wonder how we could possibly ever achieve that. The important thing to realise is that nobody starts with a big successful business. Every new salon owner has doubts and experiences setbacks and challenges along the way. B…
…
continue reading
1
243 Creativity, Team and Leadership with Anthony Mascolo
35:55
35:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:55
I don’t believe that there has ever been a family in the world of hairdressing that has made the impact that the Mascolo family has. Whether it was the Toni & Guy salons and schools, the TIGI products, or the incredible shows, and stunning photography. Either way the Mascolo brothers, Toni, Guy, Bruno and Anthony were at the forefront of everything…
…
continue reading
This week, we review Amazon Prime Video's adaptation of the retro-futuristic "Fallout" video games. If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 1:57 Fallout review 19:56 Fallout spoiler discussionBy Anthony Ha
…
continue reading
Recently I was asked by a young hairdresser whether or not I thought he should go into partnership with a friend and open a salon together. Partnerships are one of the many subjects we cover in the online management course that is currently open for enrolment, but I think it’s a great question and will make a good podcast topic as well. Unfortunate…
…
continue reading
This week, we review the FX/Hulu series "Shogun." If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Shogun review 29:18 Shogun spoiler discussionBy Anthony Ha
…
continue reading
1
241 How to Thrive Through All Phases of the Salon Owners Entrepreneurial Journey with Sean Hanna
46:38
46:38
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:38
The entrepreneurial journey is an ever-evolving process and every stage brings with it unique challenges and opportunities. The creative aspects of the salon industry are often what attract people to it, but if you’re going to make a success of yourself in a creative industry, it’s every bit as important to focus on the financial side too. Today’s …
…
continue reading
This week, Jordan and Anthony review "The Regime," an HBO political satire (?) starring Kate Winslet. If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:37 The Regime review 15:58 The Regime spoiler discussionBy Anthony Ha
…
continue reading
1
240 What are the 3 Biggest Challenges that Many Salon Owners Face? with Antony Whitaker
15:17
15:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:17
As a salon owner you will have many responsibilities, but they can all be summarised by saying that; “You are the person that is ultimately responsible for the success of your business". And that takes more than just being good at doing hair, having a great location, and a column of your own clients… Obviously, those things are important, and they …
…
continue reading
This week, we review the Investigation Discovery documentary "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV" (with a brief digression for last week's earthquake). If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:24 Quiet on Set review 13:31 Earthquake!!By Anthony Ha
…
continue reading
1
239 A Global Salon Perspective with Richard Ashforth
44:07
44:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:07
Success as a hairdresser comes in many forms. For some it's purely creative, for others it’s all about building a clientele, succeeding as an educator, or building a business. To have success in multiple areas isn't easy, which is why in many cases, when you see a successful business, it's often because there is a partnership between someone with a…
…
continue reading
1
238 Building a Sellable Salon Business with Zach Dogar
37:59
37:59
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
37:59
Why is it that 80% of businesses that go to market never get an offer, meaning those business owners have to close the doors on all their hard work and walk away. If you’re a salon owner, the day will come when you are going to relinquish control of your business. This episode focuses on how you can increase your chances of being able to sell your …
…
continue reading
This week, we review the first season of "3 Body Problem" on Netflix. If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:54 3 Body Problem review 27:03 3 Body Problem spoiler discussionBy Anthony Ha
…
continue reading
1
237 How Technology Can Transform Your Salon Business with Jo Burgess
59:26
59:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:26
One of the biggest changes to take place in the hair and beauty industry during the course of my career has been the uptake of tech, especially in relation to the business side of running a salon. Today’s guest is Jo Burgess, a former hairdresser and the co-founder of Shortcuts Salon Management Software. Since the early ‘90s, Jo and her team have b…
…
continue reading
51
Oscars + Love Is Blind Season 6 Wrap-up
1:00:45
1:00:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:45
This week is a bit of a grab bag, as we discuss the Oscars, a potential US ban on TikTok, and the wedding and reunion episodes of Love is Blind Season 6. If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:48 Oscars discussion 21:53 TikTok discussion 31:23 Love is Blind wedding/reunion discussion (spoilers)…
…
continue reading
1
236 Does Your Salon Need a Rebrand? With Antony Whitaker
17:21
17:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:21
Most businesses don’t last more than a few years, so if you reach your 10th birthday, congratulations because you’re already one of the lucky ones! However, as the years go by, it’s essential that you don’t become too stuck in your ways because continuous evolution is a foundational principle for any successful business. Inspired by an email from a…
…
continue reading
1
235 Finding and Keeping Your Best-Fit Clients with Kati Whitledge
39:40
39:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:40
As a salon owner, one of the biggest challenges affecting a salon's growth is that first-time clients are simply not returning, with numerous studies showing that after their first visit, 65% of clients are not going back to that same salon a second time. My guest on today’s episode is Kati Whitledge, who has developed a piece of “matchmaking” mark…
…
continue reading
This week, we review the newest season of "Love is Blind" on Netflix. If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:25 Love is Blind Season 6 review 15:12 Love is Blind Season 6 spoiler discussionBy Anthony Ha
…
continue reading
This week, Jordan and Anthony discuss the shelving of "Coyote vs. Acme" and review the latest season of "Formula 1: Drive to Survive." If you'd like to skip ahead, here's how the episode breaks down: 0:00 Intro 0:31 Coyote vs Acme discussion 8:45 Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 6 reviewBy Anthony Ha
…
continue reading
1
234 The 7 Roles of Salon Management with Antony Whitaker
14:49
14:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:49
“He or she who makes no mistakes usually doesn’t make anything.” Business, just like life, is never going to go entirely to plan. So, be prepared to make mistakes! One of the biggest (if not the biggest) mistakes that salon owners make is underestimating what it takes to manage a business. If this sounds like you, don’t worry; we’re here to help. I…
…
continue reading