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Welcome to the Gina Bianca Podcast: a podcast for hair stylists, salon owners and modern entrepreneurs! The official podcast of stylist, salon owner, educator, life and business coach Gina Bianca. Follow on instagram for even more valuable content to empower and elevate the beauty industry! @iamginabianca @ginabiancapodcast
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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 ...
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Let’s be honest, creating, building, and growing a salon business and salon brand is not for the faint of heart. It takes passion, purpose, courage, and an insane commitment to make it through the highs and lows, the failures and successes. As a Chief Awesomeness Empowerer and Context Creator at Passion Squared, Nina L. Kovner experiences these stories daily working with our salon owner clients and beauty community. Now it’s time for you to hear the good, the bad, and the ugly behind what it ...
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261 Why Salons Need to Continually Evolve with Dylan Bradshaw
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Getting to the top of this industry isn’t easy. Staying there is even harder. Dublin-based, multi-award-winning hairdresser and salon owner Dylan Bradshaw has just been awarded Salon of the Year for the UK and Ireland. Dylan and his wife and business partner Charlotte have recently completed a total refit of what was already a great salon. They’ve …
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142. Ashley Carvelato - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 142: Join us as we sit down with Ashley Carlevato, a dynamic salon owner and licensed cosmetologist with 15 years of industry experience. Ashley is the proud owner of LeVato Salon in Hinsdale, IL, and LeVato Lofts in Naples, FL, and Richmond, VA. In this episode, we dive into her journey of managing multiple salon locations, balancing th…
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Every four years, the Olympics and the Paralympics come along. And even if you’re not someone who is usually that fussed by athletics, swimming, gymnastics, etc., you just can’t help but be exposed to it, whether it’s on Social media, the news or on TV, it’s everywhere! And if you’re like most people, you can’t help but be impressed with what those…
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141. Denise Mahoney - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 141: This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Denise Mahoney, a renowned authority in hand-painted balayage and lived-in color. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Denise has been a driving force in salon innovation and education. As a third-generation stylist and salon owner for two decades, Denise shares her journey of runnin…
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140. Cass Derosa - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 140: Dive into this insightful conversation with Cass DeRosa, the brilliant mind behind White Opal Hair in New Jersey. Cass opens up about her approach to staff retention, handling walkouts, and building a strong salon brand. We also delve into the power of social media and the importance of effective training in maintaining a cohesive a…
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259 Longevity and Evolution in the Hair Industry with Ruth Roche
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When you’ve been in this industry a long time, you not only see trends and businesses come and go, but you also see people come and go. But, longevity as a hairdresser and remaining relevant throughout your career is not only a skill in itself, but if you can remain passionate and keep evolving with the times, the result is that you build up a rang…
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139. Robert and Mary Cromeans - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 139: Join us as we dive deep with the dynamic duo, Robert and Mary Cromeans, renowned salon owners and industry leaders. In this enlightening episode, we explore their strategies for staff retention, the evolving landscape of salon culture, and how to enhance the overall salon experience for both clients and team members. From their insi…
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258 Take Control of Your Salon Finances Now!
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We all have a money story. An event or series of events in our young lives that shape how we see money, how we value money and how either we learn to master money, or it masters you. Inevitably your ‘money story’ will largely be influenced by your parents and your exposure to their habits and thoughts around money. But as a business owner the money…
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138. Nicky Gateman - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 138 with Nicky Gateman @knot_and_mane is a must-listen! Join us as Nicky dives into the realities of imposter syndrome, salon ownership struggles, and the intricacies of managing a booth rental and hybrid salon model. Nicky owns Mane Loft Salon in West Hartford CT Don’t miss this candid conversation about growth, resilience, and masteri…
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Special Guest: David Thurston of Butterfly Loft Salon + Danger Jones
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In this episode, we welcome a VERY special guest, David Thurston, owner of Butterfly Loft Salon and founder and CEO of Danger Jones. David shares his journey into the salon industry, his insightful and inspiring stories about taking risks, and how Butterfly Circus created a monumental shift in the salon industry, building community and the power of…
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257 What Does it Take to Succeed in the Salon Suite industry with Eric Taylor from Salon Republic
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Over the last 20 years, there has been a significant shift in the way the hairdressing industry works. Driven by changes in technology combined with social media and generational changes with today’s hairdressers wanting more flexibility, more freedom and more control over when where and how they work has meant that new business models have emerged…
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137. Jessica Dudley - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 137 features Jessica Dudley, the visionary owner of Jessica's Color Room Salon and a pioneer in the beauty industry. With over 25 years of experience since obtaining her hairdressing license in 1996, Jessica's journey has been marked by innovation and dedication to excellence. Jessica's Color Room Salon recently expanded into a franchise…
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256 Hairdressing and Happiness go Hand in Hand with Oscar Bond
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These days, we talk a lot about mental health and self-care and rightly so. The most simple aim in life is to be happy. And if we can leave everyone we come into contact with a little happier for the experience, then surely that's a day well spent. My guest on today's podcast is Oscar Bond, not only is he one of the happiest people I know, but he's…
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136. Jamie Pressman - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 136 features Jamie Pressman, the passionate salon owner behind Ginger and Blondie Salon in North Haven, CT. For nearly 5 years, Jamie has led her rental salon, fostering a vibrant community of 8 talented stylists. With 19 years of experience as a licensed stylist, Jamie specializes in balayage artistry and brunette transformations. Her j…
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Client Shaming, Building Trust, and Your Salon Brand
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In this episode, Nina revisits 'your content is your marketing', emphasizing the importance of creating content that aligns with your specific salon brand and audience. There is a big difference between marketing for local salon clients versus marketing as industry influencers, and to be effective, content needs to be relatable and valuable to your…
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255 If you’re thinking of a side hustle listen to this first…
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Should you mix salon ownership with coaching, teaching, podcasting, session work, course creating, etc? These are all things that I have done or are currently doing… And they all provide reward, both in terms of personal fulfillment and the potential for financial gain. And they are right for some people, and definitely not right for others. In thi…
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135. Nick Mirabella - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 135 features the incredible Nick Mirabella, an entrepreneur and visionary in the salon industry. As the owner of 5 salons across New Jersey and Florida, Nick brings a wealth of experience and insights into salon ownership, business mindset, and leadership. Join us for a mind-blowing episode where we explore Nick's unique business model, …
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Independent Stylist + Educator Insights: Amanda Harsche, Forma Collective Salon + Danger Jones
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In this episode, we welcome Amanda Harsche, an independent stylist, educator, and content creator from Denver, Colorado to the pod. Amanda shares her journey to becoming a hairdresser, despite initial resistance from her parents, how she built a salon clientele in a small town, authenticity and simplicity in creating content, and her unwavering com…
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254 Overcoming Adversity: A Personal and Professional Transformation with Tracey Woodward
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Today's episode is Part 2 which follows on from last week’s episode with Tracey Woodward. In today’s episode we delve into Tracey's career journey, starting from her transition into the hairdressing industry, her impactful time at Aveda and Urban Retreat, and the various roles she undertook. Tracey opens up about overcoming personal challenges, imp…
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134. Melissa Razowski - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 134 features ✨ Melissa Razowski @hairmezzmerizer , owner of Salon Mezzmerize in North Haven, CT. Known for her expertise in dimensional, lived-in color, Melissa is a specialist who transforms hair into works of art. In this episode, we delve into insightful topics such as downsizing your salon, the advantages of owning your salon's real …
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Growing Your Salon Business Without Relying Solely on Social Media
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In this episode, Nina dives into how salons can grow without depending solely on social media. We talk about the importance of understanding how different marketing strategies fit different types of businesses, like not confusing influencer and content creator marketing strategies with your local salon business marketing strategies. We discuss the …
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133. Mick Lewis - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 133 features Mick Lewis, @hairbymickk, specializing in Rich Brunettes, Lived-in color, & Haircutting. As the owner of two Denver, CO salons, Craft Collective, Mick excels in a hybrid business model that blends traditional and modern salon practices. Join us as Mick shares insights into his journey, from mastering hair techniques to navig…
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253 Survival. Your past doesn’t equal your future with Tracey Woodward
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Our lives are a journey, and like every journey, where you start out and where you end up is what makes life so interesting. My guest on this episode is Tracey Woodward, who, like many people, didn't have the easiest start in life. However, unlike many people, she didn't let her past define her future. Tracey shares her life story, starting with be…
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Salon Owner Insights: Brenda Amaral of Gwen Mireille Salon & Spa + True Hair Education
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In this episode, Nina welcomes back Brenda Amaral, owner of Gwen Mireille Salon & Spa in Raynham, Massachusetts, and founder of True Hair Education. Brenda shares her journey transitioning from booth renter to an employment-based salon owner, emphasizing the importance of overcoming fears and regrets. She speaks about her early challenges in leader…
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252 What Does it Take to Create a Luxury Salon Brand with Hellen Ward
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My guest today is Hellen Ward who as well as being a wife, mother, author, lecturer, educator, and managing director, is also the co-founder along with her husband Richard of the Richard Ward hair and Metro Spa located in the heart of London’s Chelsea. Hellen is highly regarded in the industry for not just having built a great business that is undo…
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132. Rocco Danieli - Salon Ownership Unfiltered
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🎙️ Episode 132 features Rocco Danieli, founder of Uplift Provisions Co. and Over the Top Barber Shop in MA. Join us as we delve into Rocco's journey through recovery, entrepreneurship, and much more. Rocco's path has been marked by resilience and determination. From navigating personal recovery to founding Uplift Provisions Co., a venture focused o…
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Let’s Catch Up: Creative Slumps, Content Creation, Seeking Context
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In this episode, Nina shares some thoughts about creative slumps in content creation including a process to work through your slump. We talk about the importance of genuine connections and the struggle with passive content consumption, the difference between creating content for marketing your business and influencers who create content as a busine…
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251 What Do Your Salon and Your Country Have in Common?
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What does your salon and your country have in common? That’s not a trick question! This year, there are elections in many countries, and as always, politicians are making lots of promises about how they’re going to make our lives better by spending more money on the things that matter. But here’s the problem: Your government, my government, or any …
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