The Chair-apist

Are you ready to take your styling career to the next level? If you're considering becoming an assistant, then this episode is for you! Take a deep dive into the world of assisting and see what it can do for your craft. We'll discuss the role of an assistant, how it can transform your life, and how it can give your styling an edge. This is just the beginning - stay tuned for more episodes to come as we explore the incredible power of assisting!

Ready to take the plunge? In this episode, join us as we follow Leanna on her daring move from one bustling salon to an even bigger one in another city. With her wealth of experience as a leader and a team that’s already achieved great success, find out how she keeps everyone motivated and drives them to even greater heights!

In episode 15 of The Chair-apist podcast, the hairdresser and global educator shares his wisdom on how to grow as a person and a professional in the hair industry. This episode is essential for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and skills in the field and beyond.Chris Sulimay is a powerful force in the beauty industry, with over 25 years of experience as a stylist, trainer, salon owner, cosmetology school owner, and global educator. He has personally impacted more than 50,000 salon professionals through his work. His expertise and passion have been featured on stages worldwide, including New York Fashion Week. He is a highly sought-after speaker and mentor, helping aspiring salon professionals reach their goals in the beauty industry. Chris has an undeniable passion for all things beauty, and it shows in everything he does. He strives to bring out the best in those he works with, always pushing them to be better than they ever thought possible.If you're a hairstylist who is looking for a little introspection and kick in the butt, this episode is for you!Check out Chris on Instagram at:  @chrissulimay

Hairdressers are experts at hair but often struggle when it comes to sales. It's tough to make sales when you're not sure what to say or how to act. You may feel like you're pushing too hard and feel salesy.A membership program can really up your bottom line and take down your stress level at having to feel like a salesperson.In this episode, Lindsey Young, the owner of Luna Salon in Tallahassee, Florida, and I chat about an innovative twist on retail - a membership program. This type of program offers guests a variety of perks and discounts... If you're thinking about starting a membership program at your salon or if you're already running one, this episode is for you!Lindsay Young is the owner of Luna Salon in Tallahassee, Florida. She has been in the hair and beauty industry for over 20 years and has extensive experience in both cut and color techniques. After struggling with retail sales, Lindsay started a membership program in her salon to help her clients save money on their haircare needs. This program has been extremely popular and helped her grow her business significantly.If you're a hairstylist looking to take your retail sales up a notch, this episode is a must-listen!

As a hairstylist, you want to ensure that your clients know what to expect when booking an appointment with you. However, setting clear boundaries and charging booking fees can be tricky. It's not uncommon for hairstylists to lose money because a client no-shows or cancels at the last minute. Not only is this frustrating, but it can also be very costly.Booking Fees are a tool that helps hairstylists set clear boundaries and charge booking fees upfront. This tool ensures that the client and the hairstylist are on the same page before any money changes hands.In this episode of The Chair-apist podcast, Kim Kennedy talks about boundaries and booking fees. She explains why it's essential to set boundaries with clients and how doing so can help you become a more successful hairstylist. Kim also shares her tips for setting your own booking fee, and why it's important to be upfront with clients about your policies. Kimberly Kennedy of Next Level Hairstylist has been in the industry for 15 years. She has created a signature program called Next Level Hairstylist to help hairstylists hone their skills and become the best they can be. Through this program, she provides hairstylists with the tools they need to succeed in their careers and personal lives. Kimberly is passionate about helping others reach their full potential, and she firmly believes that anyone can achieve greatness if they set their mind to it.If you're a hairstylist looking to take your business to the next level, this episode is a must-listen!Check out Next Level Hairstylist:  https://www.nextlevelhairstylist.com/Follow Kimberly on Instagram - @kimkennedyxo

In this episode, I chat with Jacob & Ben from Fancy Hairdressers about what make them tick! These two talented hair stylists share their insights on the industry, and how they've found success by doing things a little differently. If you're curious about what it takes to make it in the hair styling business, or just want to hear some great tips from two experts, this is the episode for you!

In this episode, I am chatting with my longtime friend, Susan Greenside, about setting boundaries in your business. Whether setting parameters around when it’s ok to contact you (not midnight) or how to communicate and enforce your cancellation policy, we hit it all.As service professionals, we want to serve our clients, but they need to respect us too. This episode is all about setting client expectations so that they and you have a great relationship.

In this episode, stand-up comedian Shannon Koyano interviews me about how I got into hair! We discuss my early days of working in salons, how I found my passion for styling hair, and some of the challenges I've faced along the way. This is a fun, lighthearted conversation that will give you some insight into my journey as a hairstylist.If you're interested in hearing how I got started in the hair industry, then this episode is for you! Tune in to hear all about my story, and laugh along with Shannon as she tries to keep me on track. You won't want to miss it!

It's hard to determine what to charge for your services, and you don't want to price yourself out of the market or seem unprofessional.  You're not sure what to charge, so you usually just guess. This can lead to you losing money on a job, or worse yet, not making any money at all on a service that took hours to complete. In this episode, you'll learn that there are tools available to help you calculate your prices with confidence. In this episode, I interview Kimberly from Next Level Hair Stylist and we are talking about how to raise your prices in a "scientific" way. We discuss the importance of value-based pricing and how to determine what your services are worth. We also talk about how to communicate your new prices to your clients, and how to handle resistance. If you are thinking about raising your prices, or if you want to learn more about pricing strategies, this episode is for you. 

In this episode of The Chair-apist, I interview Jackie Epperson, an educator for L'Oreal and the owner of Chroma Salon. We talk about what it takes to be an educator and the pros and cons of becoming an educator. Jackie shares her insights on what makes a successful educator and how to manage the challenges that come with the job. This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering a career in education! Jackie Epperson is the owner of Chroma Salon in Tacoma, Washington. She is a L'Oreal Professionnel Artist and a Certified Balayage Artist. Jackie teaches color, balayage and styling to salons all over the nation and loves sharing her passion and knowledge with others in the industry.