Welcome to Positive Image, the podcast that dives deep into the fascinating world of the hair and beauty industry. Join us, your hosts Alicia and Nicole, two accomplished salon owners, educators, and coaches, as we take you on an enlightening journey through the art and science of enhancing your beauty and confidence. In a world where appearance plays a significant role, we believe that the pursuit of beauty should be empowering, inclusive, and most importantly, positive. With our combined e ...
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Join us for the season finale of the Positive Image podcast as we reflect on our journey and set our sights on the future. In this special episode, hosts Nicole and Alicia recap the insightful discussions and valuable insights shared throughout the season, highlighting key topics and memorable moments. From empowering conversations on salon leaders…
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Green Glamour: Sustainable Practices for Earth-Friendly Salons
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In honor of Earth Day, join us for a special episode titled "Green Glamour: Sustainable Practices for Earth-Friendly Salons." Hosts Nicole and Alicia delve into the exciting world of sustainable salon practices, exploring innovative ways to reduce environmental impact while maintaining a high standard of service and style. In this enlightening conv…
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Budgeting: Staying On Top of Your Day to Day
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Some owners love numbers while others despise them. Join Nicole and Alicia in a discussion about budgets and monitoring your daily cash flow. They share what they do and what they believe to be important. We promise it won't be overwhelming and you can start to get on track. If you want more details, we recommend looking up our on demand Understand…
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Gender Neutral Pricing: Is this the right option for you?
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Do you use gender neutral pricing in your salon? Have you thought about it? Join us we share our 20+ years of experience with the past, present and future of gendered pricing. Let us know your favourite part on our socials. Find us on Instagram @hello.positiveimage @nicole.manzer @aliciacreate Email us any ideas suggestions or comments at hello.pos…
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Bonus release: Part 2 of our Growth and Goals mini. Set aside some time with a notepad or your laptop. Think of areas you would like to grow and have a listen before your take any action. Let the ideas come in and write them down. Replay this episode over and over again, as we walk you through creating growth and setting your goals up for success. …
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Bonus release: Part 1 of our Growth and Goals mini. Set aside some time with a notepad or your laptop. Think of areas you would like to grow and have a listen before your take any action. Let the ideas come in and write them down. Replay this episode over and over again, as we walk you through creating growth and setting your goals up for success. …
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Cancellation Clarity: Crafting Policies for Salon Success
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Join hosts Nicole and Alicia in our latest episode, "Cancellation Clarity: Crafting Policies for Salon Success." Dive deep into the world of cancellation policies as we unpack the essential components of effective policy creation and enforcement within the salon industry. Nicole and Alicia share their personal insights into developing robust polici…
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Salon Leadership Unveiled: Building Thriving Teams and Cultivating Success
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Step into the world of effective salon leadership with our latest episode. Join hosts Nicole and Alicia as they share insights from their own salon practices, offering a mastermind session for salon owners and leaders. In this engaging discussion, we delve into the key elements that define a good leader in the salon industry. Explore the nuances of…
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Manifesting Success: Navigating 2024 with Intentions and Reflection
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Join hosts Nicole and Alicia as they dive into the realm of setting intentions and goals for the new year. Grab your favorite writing tools as they guide you through a thoughtful exploration of aspirations, sharing personal goals and revealing their chosen words of the year. In this candid conversation, Nicole and Alicia address the real challenges…
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Salon Price Increases: Is Your Way The Right Way
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Ever wonder if you are setting the right price for your salon services? Better yet, do you know when to raise them and by how much? We know its confusing, because we've been there too! Lucky for you, we've learned a few lessons and tricks along the way... Join Nicole and Alicia as we discuss how we salon differently at our salons. What inflation re…
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Tender Tresses: The Art of Stylist Self-Care
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Join us for an intimate and revealing episode as we navigate the often overlooked realm of self-care for hair stylists. In this heartfelt discussion, Nicole and Alicia open up about their personal journeys in the world of hairstyling and share the struggles and triumphs they've faced. Delve into their self-care routines, uncovering invaluable tips …
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Crafting Salon Magic: The Client-Centric Experience
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The Art of Retailing: Salon Sales Mastery
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In this episode, we explore the delicate art of selling retail products in a salon, emphasizing the balance between educating clients and confidently asking for the sale. Learn how to provide clients with valuable product knowledge while creating an atmosphere that encourages them to invest in the products they need. Discover strategies for interna…
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Retail Success Strategies for the Festive Season
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of retail buying for your salon during the holiday season. We'll explore valuable insights and strategies to maximize your sales, enhance your client experience, and make the most of this critical time of year. From understanding your Retail to Service numbers from previous years to building strong relat…
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Unlocking Success: Choosing the Perfect Salon Brand
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In this enlightening podcast episode, we delve into the art of selecting the ideal brand for your salon. We'll explore the crucial factors that go into making this pivotal decision, with a special focus on how to align your chosen brand with your salon's ethos and vision. Discover the importance of finding a brand partner that resonates with your v…
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Navigating Hiring in the Beauty Industry: From Intuition to Success
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Welcome to the 'Navigating Hiring in the Beauty Industry: From Intuition to Success' podcast, where we unravel the intricacies of hiring in the beauty industry. In this episode, we'll guide salon owners seeking the perfect team members and beauty professionals on the hunt for their dream job. We explore the best platforms to post and search for job…
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Welcome to the very first episode of 'Positive Image,' the podcast that explores the world of beauty, self-care, and empowerment. We are thrilled to introduce you to our extraordinary hosts, Nicole and Alicia. With a collective experience of over 45 years in the beauty industry, they are not just stylists and salon owners but passionate educators, …
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Hair Basics with Nicole Manzer. Part 5 of 5
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You may think the basic principals of colour are just something you learn in elementary school. Think again! Its the foundation of playing with colour, whether you are playing with paint, food colouring or hair colour. Thank you so much for joining us on this journey. Follow us here @hello.positiveimage @nicole.manzer @aliciacreate. We'd love to he…
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Hair Basics with Nicole Manzer. Part 4 of 5
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In this episode we look at hair colour. What are the different types and how it interacts with your hair. Thank you so much for joining us on this journey. Follow us here @hello.positiveimage @nicole.manzer @aliciacreate. We'd love to hear and share classic industry insights in a future episode, so please contact us with your ideas.Connect with us …
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Hair Basics with Nicole Manzer. Part 3 of 5
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Have you ever wondered how hair colour works? Join Nicole in this episode to find out how the chemicals in permanent hair colour interact with each other and the hair. Thank you so much for joining us on this journey. Follow us here @hello.positiveimage @nicole.manzer @aliciacreate. We'd love to hear and share classic industry insights in a future …
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Hair Basics with Nicole Manzer. Part 2 of 5
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In this episode we look at what the 5 characteristics of the hair are and how they relate to colour and cutting. Do you know what they are and how to use them? Thank you so much for joining us on this journey. Follow us here @hello.positiveimage @nicole.manzer @aliciacreate. We'd love to hear and share classic industry insights in a future episode,…
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Hair Basics with Nicole Manzer. Part 1 of 5
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In this episode Nicole goes deep into what hair is all about. Chemical composition, understanding what make up hair, bonds, and pigment pigment. Thank you so much for joining us on this journey. Follow us here @hello.positiveimage @nicole.manzer @aliciacreate. We'd love to hear and share classic industry insights in a future episode, so please cont…
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