Voted Hairbrained’s ‘Global Industry Podcast of the Year’, this is the show that gives the insights, inspirations and information to take your hairdressing and barbering careers to the next level.
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EP340: Sean Hanna – Why Taking Calculated Risks & Planning for Your Exit Strategy Are Essential
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In this week’s episode, I’m sitting down with Sean Hanna—the visionary behind the leading salon group, Sean Hanna Salon Group. Sean is here to share with us his incredible story, from opening his first salon to building a successful salon empire. We delve into his journey, exploring the challenges he overcame and the pivotal moments that fuelled th…
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EP339: Little Princess Trust—Giving Hair and Hope to Children with Cancer.
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Im thrilled to welcome back Wendy Tarplee-Morris, the co-founder, and Phil Brace, the CEO, of the Little Princess Trust, a charity that holds a special place in all our hearts. Wendy and Phil are two amazing people who have drive, compassion, and leadership. Since its inception by Wendy 20 years ago, the Little Princess Trust has provided over thou…
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EP338: Passionate Profit with Alan Austin-Smith
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In this motivational episode of the How To Cut It podcast, we welcome back Alan Austin-Smith, the influential figure behind The Fantastic Hairdresser . Alan’s teachings and coaching have transformed countless salon businesses and hairdressing careers worldwide. Known for his dynamic approach to merging passion with profitability, Alan brings a trea…
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EP337: Sonia Magnier – Enhancing Wellbeing for Salon Professionals
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In this week’s episode, I’m inviting the expertise of Sonia Magnier — a transformative holistic wellbeing coach for salon professionals. This conversation is crucial for anyone in the hair industry seeking to reprioritise their own wellbeing without sacrificing their passion for their work. Sonia Magnier, through her journey from salon ownership to…
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EP336: Your Guide to Hair Loss Prevention and Maintaining a Healthy Scalp with Leading Trichologist Mark Blake
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August is National Hair Loss Awareness Month, so for this episode we dive deep with Mark Blake — a globally recognised Harley Street trichologist advising celebrities, media & everyday people in the intricate world of hair loss and scalp care. In collaboration with Wella Professionals UKI and Nioxin, Mark will take us on an engaging conversation ab…
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EP335: Classic Rerun – Lee Stafford, from Living Room Haircuts to Industry Legend!
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Today, we’re jumping in the time machine to revisit an epic episode from April 2017 with the legendary Lee Stafford. In this throwback, we uncover Lee’s transformation from humble beginnings in his mother’s living room to becoming an icon in hairdressing. “I’ve always believed that to be the best, you’ve got to learn from the best,” Lee shares, rev…
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EP334: The Niche World of Competition Hairdressing with Dody Constantinou
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Are you a hairdresser or barber with a passion for pushing the boundaries of your craft? Have you ever wondered what it takes to not just participate but shine in the competitive world of competition hairdressing? Yes then this is a podcast episode you don’t want to miss. Join me as I sit down with Dody Constantinou, a formidable force in the compe…
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EP333: Bruno Marc Giamattei’s Hairdressing Journey of Inspiration, Mentorship and Leadership
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Join us for a long-awaited podcast with a true leading figurehead in British hairdressing, the brilliant Bruno Marc Giamattei. Renowned for his extensive industry accolades, mentoring and leadership role in the family-founded Marc Antoni Group, Bruno is to share invaluable insights rooted in over three decades of industry experience. With a straigh…
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EP332: Janene Hawkins Bush’s Innovative Approach to Salon Ownership and Education
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Today we’re to be joined by Janene Hawkins Bush. who unravels the blueprint for cultivating thriving salon businesses through team ownership, and seizing every opportunity—without fear. Leading four award-winning salons along the Suffolk coast, Janene Hawkins Bush is committed to moulding the next generation of stylists and salon leaders. She mento…
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EP331: Sharpen Your Skills – Francesca Rivetti’s Blueprint for Hairdressing Mastery
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Today we’re joined by Francesca Rivetti, an award-winning hairstylist who hails from the UK but has made her mark in America. Francesca’s journey is inspiring. From her early days immersed in hair design to pioneering roles with Graham Webb International and winning major awards like the NAHA Editorial award, Francesca has shaped a career marked by…
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EP330: We ‘Got On It’ at HAIRCON, the New Day and Night Hair Festival – Solo Episode
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My absence from the podcasting waves over the last couple of weeks has been due to my bustling experience at the brand new HAIRCON event in Manchester’s O2 Victoria Warehouse. In today’s solo episode, I invite you to join me as I share an off-the-cuff episode, reflecting on the raw energy and my personal insights on taking the HTCI Platform stage t…
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EP329: From Local Hero to Industry Icon: The Power of Local Salon Awards with Kate Jeffery
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Are you a hairstylist looking to elevate your career and get your salon on the map? Then today’s episode of the How To Cut It podcast is exactly what you need to tune into. Put on your headphones, turn up the volume, and stay locked in as we dive deep into the world of industry awards with a special focus on local recognition and why it matters mor…
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EP328: Reassessing Your Path – Solo Episode
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Today, it’s just you and me – an open mic solo session where I dig deep into the enormous impact of taking time to reassess where you are in your life and career. Since kicking off in 2017, “How to Cut It” has grown into so much more than a podcast; it’s become a community, a platform for education, and a spotlight for industry innovation. As we re…
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EP327: Become a Hair Loss Adviser: Transforming Lives with Tiffany Hall
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In the latest How To Cut It podcast, we’re exploring hair loss and the transformative role hairdressers can play as Hair Loss Advisors with trichologist Tiffany Hall. With a career that evolved from a hair colourist at Vidal Sassoon to a trichologist, Tiffany has championed the integration of trichology into salon services, significantly impacting …
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EP326: How Reviews Transform Salon Businesses with Adam Thomas of salonspy
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In today episode we’re joined by Adam Thomas, the innovative founder behind salonspy. In our conversation we’re to discover the critical role of client reviews in the salon industry and uncover why they are more than just feedback—they are the cornerstone for building trust and driving business growth. According to Qualtrics, 96% of consumers read …
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EP325: Shaping Futures with Joanne Doward – The Impact of College Hair Education
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In this week’s episode of the How To Cut It podcast, we talk with Joanne Doward about her journey to becoming a college lecturer in hairdressing education, and how she’s using that experience to inspire others in college hair education. With over 30 years dedicated to aspiring the next generation of stylists at West Suffolk College, in this episode…
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EP324: Why is it Important to Find Industry Recognition, Validation and Approval? with Dylan McConnachie
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In today’s episode of the How to Cut It podcast, I dive into a conversation with Dylan McConnachie – 3 times finalist for the coveted British Hairdressing Awards ‘Avant Garde Hairdresser of The Year’ and former contestant of Channel 4’s Big Blowout series. Dylan is to shed light on the significance of why it’s important for him to find industry rec…
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EP323: Adam Garland – Success as a Leading Session Stylist Amidst Life’s Battles
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Join us on this week’s episode of HTCI as we dive into the depths of Session Styling with Adam Garland. Adam is a renowned session stylist recognised for his innovative approach in the field of backstage hair styling education In our conversation, Adam is to lay bare his tumultuous path to success, marked by personal challenges, including overcomin…
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EP322: “Meet The Brand” Series – Paving the Path to Industry Success with Quif Hair
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Today we kick off a new HTCI series titled “Meet The Brand”. In this series, we get to explore the products, uncover the stories, delve into the vision, and discover everything in between to industry-leading and up & coming hair care brands. Get an exclusive look into what makes them unique and successful. First up in this series is Quif Hair. A co…
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EP321: Melissa Timperley – How to Take Your Precison Hair Cutting Skills to the Highest Level with MT Masterclass
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In this episode of the How To Cut It podcast, we are joined by the incredibly talented Melissa Timperley, a rising star in the hairdressing industry. Melissa is the founder of the renowned Melissa Timperley Salons in Manchester’s Northern Quarter and the brains behind MT Masterclass and the MT Masterclass App. As a multi award winning hairstylist, …
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EP320: Chloe Swift – Content Hair Creator…The New Career Pathway in the Hair Industry
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Today we have the pleasure of hosting Chloe Swift, a leading name in the world of hair content creation. In this episode, we are diving into the exciting and emerging career pathway of a Content Hair Creator. With over 550,000 followers across her 3 main platforms, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube and currently holding the #1 ranking in the National H…
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EP319: Rae Palmer – Raising the Standards of the Hair Industry with Purple Hearts
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Todays episode we are joined by Rae Palmer, founder of WeLove Community and Education. Rae brings a fresh perspective to the hairdressing industry, emphasising holistic education and caring for hair pros. From her award-winning days at the British Hairdressing Awards to founding WeLove, Rae shares her inspiring journey and experiences. The conversa…
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EP318: Lacey Hunter-Felton – The Changing Perceptions of the Freelancer and Co-Working Space
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In this episode of How To Cut It podcast, we are joined once again by Lacey Hunter-Felton, co-founder of Hunter Collective. Theres been some changes since we last spoke in 2018, and today she takes us that journey that has seen impact and growth of her members co-working spaces for freelancers in the hair and beauty industry. We’re are to delve int…
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EP317: Claire Martin – Making the World a Better Place Though Hair
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Todays podcast I’m joined by the unstoppable Claire Martin aka cLHAIR. With over a decade of experience under her belt, Claire’s impact on both the Caucasian and Afro hair markets has been ‘standing ovation’ worthy. She’s won awards in textured hair and reached the finals of E4’s “The Big Blow Out” TV series, all while sharing her knowledge as an e…
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EP316: How to Build Your Hair Industry Profile with Sharon Brigden & Laura Craik of SLBPR
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In this episode we delve into the world of PR with special guests Sharon Brigden and Laura Craik from SLBPR. In this episode, Sharon and Laura are here to debunk common misconceptions surrounding PR in the hair industry and provide valuable insights to help you navigate the PR landscape. One of the key takeaways from their conversation is the impor…
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EP315: Get On Board To Grow Your Hair Career! with Dom Lehane and Samantha Blues
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Welcome to this weeks episode of the How To Cut It podcast! In today’s conversation, I’m thrilled to be joined by colour and hair science educator, Samantha Blues. We’re stepping out of our comfort zone and delving into the unique world of the ‘How To Cut It Platform‘. You see, this episode is not about your typical Facebook groups or online hair c…
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EP314: Phil Jackson: Level Up Your Salon Business in 2024 with Profit-Boosting Memberships
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Join us in this episode as we sit down with Phil Jackson, founder of Build Your Salon, to explore the keys to building a successful salon business with profit-boosting memberships. Phil dives into the importance of aligning your business with your goals and values. Described as the ‘Queen of Memberships’, Phil shares his expertise on implementing e…
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EP313: Ruth Lundstrum – Unleashing the Freelancer’s Guide to Calculating, Justifying, and Increasing Prices
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In this episode of the How To Cut It Podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with Ruth Lundstrum about one of the most crucial aspects of freelancing: pricing. We dive into a discussion about the challenges that freelancers face when determining their pricing and the true value they bring to the industry. During our conversation, we uncover the co…
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EP312: Steven Buzassy – I Found my Calling in Education
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In this episode, we interview Steven Buzassy, a highly respected hairstylist and educator based in Hungary who has a large following of loyal fans from around the world. We discuss how his family history in the industry was his calling into hairdressing (particularly education), his unique approach to education, and his visionary plans for the futu…
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EP311: David Drew – A Sat Nav Guide to Future Proofing your Salon Business
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For today episode we are joined by Hair Salons Business Expert and Chairman of the Hair & Barber Council, David Drew. As a fully accredited qualified performance coach of substantial standing in UK hairdressing, David’s coaching philosophy is simple: He delivers up-beat service performance seminars and better-business courses designed to motivate &…
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EP310: It’s Time to Thrive Again! with Vicki Lord
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Buckle up because today’s episode is a rollercoaster ride with celebrity, session stylist and TV Hair Expert, Vicki Lord. In this riveting episode, Vicki bares it all, recounting the highs and lows of her journey, from the closing of her salon business during COVID to her comeback trail. But the narrative doesn’t conclude there—brace yourself for a…
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EP309: Heather Robertson – Find Success as a Solo Hairdresser and Educator
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In today’s episode, we are bringing back on to the podcast the incredible Heather Robertson, a world-renowned hairstylist with 30 years of experience and founder of HRHair Education. Heather was last on the HTCI podcast back in 2020, and today we are to delve into her multi-level approach to her solo hairdressing and education business. She will be…
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EP308: How do we Attract the Next Generation into Barbering? with Mike Taylor
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For the final episode of our collaborative podcast series with Denman Professional, I’m sitting down for a conversation with the iconic British barber, Mike Taylor. From launching his first barbershop in Newbury at the age of 20 to spearheading the renowned Bonds barbershop chain and three training academies, Mike’s journey is nothing short of insp…
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EP307: ‘YOU’RE A WASTE OF TIME!’ – Dealing with those Negative Inner Thoughts, featuring Anne Veck
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In this episode Im delighted to bring back onto the podcast the iconic and renowned hairdresser known for her sustainable and artistic approach, Anne Veck. Anne is back on the show to update us on her new happenings and she reveals her insights on managing thoughts and cultivating a positive mindset, highlighting the importance of challenging negat…
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EP306: How to Know When It’s Time to Make a Change, with Patrick Marrow
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In this episode, we catch up with Patrick Marrow, owner of the Whitworth Street Creative Studio Group. I want to learn how HiveMCR evolved during the pandemic to become a new membership-driven business that empowers freelancers. Was there a particular moment that Patrick knew when it was time to make a change? With a shift in people’s preferences t…
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EP305: How and Why Your Salon Business Needs to Become More Sustainable, with Melanie Tudor
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Becoming a more sustainable salon business is crucial for our planet. By being a more sustainable salon business helps reduce environmental impact, minimise resource consumption, and contributes to the preservation of natural ecosystems. Failure to adopt sustainable measures can add to heightened carbon emissions, increased waste accumulation, and …
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EP304: Why Salon International 2023 is a Must-Go Event for all Hairdressers and Barbers, with Jez Barnett
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In this episode, we celebrate Salon International’s 50th year and its special role in our hairdressing journey. Plus we are to be sharing our excitement of bringing the HTCI Platform live stage supported by INNOluxe and Fabriq to Salon International 2023. To help me share all of this, I’m to be joined by my good friend and Managing Director of INNO…
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EP303: Mustafa Hassan’s Colour-B Revolution
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Today we have a guest that I first got to know back in the lockdown of 2020, and now someone I class as a friend. Let me introduce you to Mustafa Hassan Mustafa is a hairdresser, salon owner and the creator behind Colour-B—an innovative modular professional colour trolley that’s set to change the game of the traditional colour trolley. In this epis…
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EP302: Showcasing the Young Guns of Hair with Tia Gentles (Supported by Denman Professional)
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Welcome to the HTCI podcast, proudly supported by Denman Professional, featuring Tia Gentles, the reigning Denman Stage Star winner. In the early days of HTCI, we launched a series titled ‘Showcasing The Young Guns of Hair,’ dedicated to spotlighting the industry’s most exciting and innovative rising stars. Well, it’s back! Todays guest Tia Gentles…
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EP301: Colour Blocking – Get to Know the New Colour Trend with Jordanna Cobella & Hayley Austin
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Theres a new colour trend you and your clients need to know about! From high contrast shades of blonde to cool combinations of tonal browns to dreamy romantic pastels to optimistic, bright power pops, the season’s big trend is Colour Blocking. In todays podcast we are exploring this new colour trend of Colour Blocking in collaboration with Wella Pr…
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EP300: Georgia Bell Revisited – Why I’m Not Afraid of Change!
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For this special 300th episode, Im to be joined by Georgia Bell in an episode recorded live on Facebook – a first for the HTCI podcast. Georgia first came onto the HTCI podcast back in March 2019 in an episode titled How a Small Town Hairdresser is Making a ‘BIG’ Buzz in the Industry – with Georgia Bell. It was a great episode that impressed me so …
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EP299: Hairdressing…It’s Not Just a Job! with Katie Howarth & Paul Fensome
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In this episode today Im joined by Wella Professionals UKI Senior Education Manager, Paul Fensome, and Wella Professionals Studio Leader, Katie Howarth. They’re going to be sharing about the launch of the Wella Colour Higher Level Diploma, an industry first accredited degree-level education thats a major step forward in recognising the professional…
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EP298: Its Time to Boost your Business with Salon Owner & Business Coach, Leah Durrant
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Today Im to be joined by salon owner and business coach, Leah Durrant. Leah is not only a successful hairdresser and salon owner, but she also has a brilliant head for business and uses her years of knowledge, expertise and experience to support salons to fulfil their own potential. As a single mother, Leah wants to break stereotypes and show that …
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EP297: Why We Need to Bring Positive Awareness to the Hair Industry with Cos Sakkas
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In this episode today, I’m thrilled to once again be joined by current British Hairdresser of the Year 2022 and Global Creative Director for TONI&GUY Cos Sakkas. Cos is passionate that we need to bring more positive awareness to the hair industry and how we can explore creative approaches to bringing more apprentices into it. Our conversation revol…
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EP296: Frustrated by Social Media? Come Join a Platform Created Just for Hairdressers & Barbers Like You!
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In this solo podcast episode, I want to share with you about HTCI PLATFORM – a brand new all-in-one community platform created just for hairdressers and barbers just like you – and why it’s important for you to be a part of it The brand new HTCI PLATFORM is at the core of our mission to help hair professionals like you excel in your careers. As som…
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Classic Reruns: Patrick Cameron – The Master of Long Hair Dressing (Recorded May 2017)
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From time to time we love to take you back on a nostalgic trip to some of our favourite episodes from the past. Welcome to Classic Reruns! Today, we’re taking you on a journey back to a timeless gem. Join us as we replay an episode originally recorded in March 2017, featuring the legendary hairstylist, Patrick Cameron! In the realm of hairdressing,…
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EP295: Positive Impact of Wearing Great Lengths Hair Extensions, with Sharon Sheehan & Sophie Anderton
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Today, our joint podcast with Great Lengths is taking a new turn. I will be speaking with Sharon Sheehan, a salon owner and award-winning hair extensionist, as well as celebrity British model, designer, and Great Lengths extension enthusiast Sophie Anderton. This interesting and fun discussion between hairdresser and client, examines the many advan…
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EP294: Valuable Insights and Strategies for Salon Business Success, with Liz McKeon
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Today’s episode I’m to be joined by Liz McKeon, a salon business expert. Liz is to share her expertise on business development in the hair, beauty, and spa sectors. In our conversation we will also cover customer care, up-selling, cross-selling, and the importance of every team member as a financial asset in the business. Liz also discusses Shear H…
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EP293: Simon Butcher – A Journey into the Barbering World with ‘Hairground Lives’
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Get ready to submerge into the world of barbering and men’s hairdressing as we explore the distinct disciplines and how this industry has been evolving over time. Joining us for this conversation is Simon Butcher aka Simon Hairground. With Simon’s wealth of experience as a Barber, Hairdresser, Podcaster and host of the popular weekly ‘Hairground Li…
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EP292: From Self-Doubt to Success – Samantha Cusick and the Future of Sta Studios
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For todays podcast Im sitting down for a discussion with Samantha Cusick, who is fast becoming an industry powerhouse. As a successful salon owner of her two London salons that specialises in balayage and colouring, Samantha’s to share today her personal experiences, views, and aspirations, taking us on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. S…
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