Episode 95: Bundling and Boundaries - Stop calling bundling 'packages'! They are not the same!

Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.comInterested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HEREGrab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HEREThe BEST Independent Stylist Workbook you have ever had for $37: HERESummaryIn this episode, Heather Podlesney discusses the importance of setting boundaries, conducting a boundary audit, and understanding the financial impact of time, price, and access leaks in your salon business. She shares practical tips to reset and improve your business practices for better success and work-life balance.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the episode and upcoming season plans02:21 Reflecting on the first half of 2026 and the importance of a reset04:07 Personal insights on living in the Midwest and summer moments05:02 The significance of boundary audits in business and personal life06:23 Who should listen to this episode: stylists and salon owners07:18 The concept of bundling services and setting prices08:38 How to stop grandfathering in prices and set boundaries09:17 Understanding boundaries as related to feelings and numbers09:38 Calculating dollar costs of boundary violations10:03 Time leaks: managing client scheduling and punctuality11:24 Price leaks: bundling and pricing strategies14:09 Avoiding nickel and diming clients and product overcharging15:38 Managing access leaks with tools like bricks and apps18:26 Using apps to control digital boundaries and time management19:44 Focusing on one leak at a time for improvement20:45 Enforcing policies and boundaries for lasting changeKeywordssalon business, boundaries, pricing, time management, access leaks, salon tips, business reset, work-life balanceMentioned in this episode:www.heatherpodlesney.com/knowyournumberswww.heatherpodlesney.com/contactwww.heatherpodlesney.com/contact