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The Salon Scoop podcast educates, entertains and inspires salon professionals to find happiness and success in this beautiful industry. We shop talk all things salon with some of the most influential people in the industry to bring you real life stories, debates, entertainment, and best practices to help you live your best life. Whether you’re new to the industry, looking to make a leap to owning your first salon, a salon owner planning for retirement, looking for opportunities to be a platform artist or educator, or anywhere in between, this podcast is for you.
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- Yesterday50 min
Can You Really Do It All? Building a Multi-Faceted Hair Career Without Burning Out
Doing it all in this industry is possible. Doing it well? That takes a system.You CAN be a stylist, salon owner, educator, spouse AND parent. But not without knowing exactly what to say yes to — and what to turn down.In this episode of The Salon Scoop, we sit down with Michelle Sanders — owner of Lumiere Luxe Salon in LA, Christian Michael certified extensionist, and House of Ladner educator — to talk about building a multifaceted hair stylist career without spreading yourself thin.In this episode, you’ll learn:● How to decide which opportunities actually deserve your time as a service provider● Michelle’s weekly system for juggling clients, education, and life without dropping the ball● The decision filter every salon owner should use before saying yes to the next opportunity● How to protect client experience when your hair career takes you outside the chair● The hair stylist career advice every ambitious stylist needs — before burnout hitsHuge thanks to Michelle for sharing her honest take on building a career you don’t need to escape from. 💛 Follow her on Instagram @michellesandershair and @lumiereluxesalon_LA.For your daily dose of digital marketing for salons, give us a follow on TikTok and Instagram @salon.s.o.s OR if you want to check out the video recording of this episode, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hit this link to explore: https://www.youtube.com/@salon.s.o.sThis podcast is for salon owners and salon professionals who want to learn proven ways to grow their salon business, learn valuable salon leadership skills, boost their brand, grow theirclientele, get social media and marketing advice for salons, and build a salon culture that attracts and retains thriving stylists.More from the Salon S.O.S. Business Building Resource Library:Click here to access our entire salon digital marketing academy: https://www.salonsos.ca/digital-marketing-academyEmail info@salonsos.ca to get in contact with us. We’re always here to help support you with salon business advice!If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast, Grow mySalon Business Podcast with Antony Whitaker, Thriving Stylist Podcast with Britt Seva, Summ It Up Podcast, Social Beauty Makers Podcast, The Hairdresser Strong Show Podcast, The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hair Love Radio Podcast, Salon Owner Collective Podcast.
- 1 weeks ago20 min
The Loyalty System That Turns One-Time Clients Into Regulars
Nobody complains before they ghost your salon. They just stop booking.Not angry. Not disappointed. Just… gone. And that silent client is costing your salon more than any bad review ever could.In this episode of The Salon Scoop, we’re breaking down the real system behind salon client loyalty — the one that turns first-time visits into repeat clients, and repeat clients into salon advocates.In this episode you’ll learn:● Why the opposite of a loyal client isn’t an angry one (it’s anindifferent one)● The 3 principles to implement on a client’s first visit● The 6 best practices top salons are doing to build and maintain long term client loyalty● The 7-step playbook for a salon loyalty program thatcompounds for years● The exact numbers you should track that tell you if your client retention strategy is actually workingBecause keeping 5% more existing clients can grow your profits by 25%. The salons that figure out loyalty stop chasing new clients every month because their existing ones neverleave.For your daily dose of digital marketing for salons, give us a follow on TikTok and Instagram @salon.s.o.s OR if you want to check out the video recording of this episode, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hit this link to explore: https://www.youtube.com/@salon.s.o.sThis podcast is for salon owners and salon professionals who want to learn proven ways to grow their salon business,learn valuable salon leadership skills, boost their brand, grow their clientele, get social media and marketing advice for salons, and build a salon culture that attracts and retains thriving stylists.More from the Salon S.O.S. Business Building Resource Library:Click here to access our entire salon digital marketing academy: https://www.salonsos.ca/digital-marketing-academyEmail info@salonsos.ca to get in contact with us. We’re always here to help support you with salon business advice!If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast, Grow mySalon Business Podcast with Antony Whitaker, Thriving Stylist Podcast with Britt Seva, Summ It Up Podcast, Social Beauty Makers Podcast, The Hairdresser Strong Show Podcast, The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hair Love Radio Podcast, Salon Owner Collective Podcast.
- 2 weeks ago31 min
20-Year Hair Career Advice From one of the industry's best
Marco Arena has styled Camila Cabello and worked Fashion Week backstage. His best advice for stylists? It all comes back to one simple thing most people ignore.After 20+ years in the industry, he’s built the kind of career most stylists only dream about — one that spans international stages, editorial work, and still, every week, behind the chair.In this episode of The Salon Scoop, Marco, Global Redken Artist, international educator, and founder of Hair Arena in Frankfurt, shares the real, unfiltered hair stylist career advice behind two decades of growing a career in hair.In this episode you’ll learn:● The defining moment that took Marco from behind the chair to the international stage● Real platform artist advice for stylists who dream of going bigger● The social media for stylists advice most pros are getting wrong● The one hair stylist career lesson Marco wishes someone had told him earlierHuge thanks to Marco for the honest conversation. 💛 Follow him on Instagram @marco__arena. For your daily dose of digital marketing for salons, give us a follow on TikTok and Instagram @salon.s.o.s OR if you want to check out the video recording of this episode, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hit this link to explore: https://www.youtube.com/@salon.s.o.sThis podcast is for salon owners and salon professionals who want to learn proven ways to grow their salon business, learn valuable salon leadership skills, boost their brand, grow their clientele, get social media and marketing advice for salons, and build a salon culture that attracts and retains thriving stylists.More from the Salon S.O.S. Business Building Resource Library:Click here to access our entire salon digital marketing academy: https://www.salonsos.ca/digital-marketing-academyEmail info@salonsos.ca to get in contact with us. We’re always here to help support you with salon business advice!If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast, Grow my Salon Business Podcast with Antony Whitaker, Thriving Stylist Podcast with Britt Seva, Summ It Up Podcast, Social Beauty Makers Podcast, The HairdresserStrong Show Podcast, The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hair Love Radio Podcast, Salon Owner Collective Podcast.
- 3 weeks ago20 min
Does Having Your Own Salon Website Still Matter in 2026?
If your Instagram disappears tomorrow, would your salon marketing survive?Because every social platform is rented, your salon website is the only piece of digital real estate you actually own.Spoiler: Instagram traffic doesn’t compound. A good website does.In this episode of The Salon Scoop, we’re breaking down why salon websites matter more than ever, and what separates one that converts bookings from one that just sits there.In this episode, you’ll learn:● Why your Social Media isn’t actually yours (and what happens when they make an unexpected change)● The one thing a salon website does that Instagram, TikTok, and GBP can’t● The common website mistakes quietly keeping most salons from converting new bookings● How a well-built website turns strangers into repeat clients even when you’re off the clockIf your website hasn’t been touched in years (or doesn’t exist yet), this is the episode that’ll completely change the way you think about salon marketing.For your daily dose of digital marketing for salons, give us a follow on TikTok and Instagram @salon.s.o.s OR if you want to check out the video recording of this episode, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hit this link to explore: https://www.youtube.com/@salon.s.o.sThis podcast is for salon owners and salon professionals who want to learn proven ways to grow their salon business, learn valuable salon leadership skills, boost their brand, grow their clientele, get social media and marketing advice for salons, and build a salon culture that attracts and retains thriving stylists.More from the Salon S.O.S. Business Building Resource Library:Click here to access our entire salon digital marketing academy: https://www.salonsos.ca/digital-marketing-academyEmail info@salonsos.ca to get in contact with us. We’re always here to help support you with salon business advice!If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast, Grow mySalon Business Podcast with Antony Whitaker, Thriving Stylist Podcast with Britt Seva, Summ It Up Podcast, Social Beauty Makers Podcast, The Hairdresser Strong Show Podcast, The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hair Love Radio Podcast, Salon Owner Collective Podcast.
- 4 weeks ago38 min
Living with Intention: Sustainable Success for Salon Pros
Successful on paper. Exhausted in real life. Sound familiar?This episode isn't about doing more. It's about making sure what you're building actually makes you happy and helps you LIVE BEST.We sit down with returning guest Adina Doss (@mastery_adinadoss), Redken educator/ Redken Artist, to talk about living with intention, protecting your peace, and building a career that still feels good 10 years in.In this episode you’ll learn:● Why "successful but exhausted" has become normal for salon professionals● The hidden cost of saying yes to every opportunity● How to spot the signs you're giving too much of yourself to your career● Why self-care isn't selfish (and the mindset shift that makes it easier)● One intentional habit that builds a sustainable career youdon't need a break fromHuge thanks to Adina for this honest conversation. 💛 Don’tforget to follow her on Instagram @mastery_adinadoss and check out her LinkTree for details on her famous Live Best program. For your daily dose of digital marketing for salons, give us a follow on TikTok and Instagram @salon.s.o.s OR if you want to check out the video recording of this episode, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hit this link to explore: https://www.youtube.com/@salon.s.o.sThis podcast is for salon owners and salon professionals who want to learn proven ways to grow their salon business,learn valuable salon leadership skills, boost their brand, grow their clientele, get social media and marketing advice for salons, and build a salon culture that attracts and retains thriving stylists.More from the Salon S.O.S. Business Building Resource Library:Click here to access our entire salon digital marketing academy: https://www.salonsos.ca/digital-marketing-academyEmail info@salonsos.ca to get in contact with us. We’re always here to help support you with salon business advice!If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast, Grow mySalon Business Podcast with Antony Whitaker, Thriving Stylist Podcast with Britt Seva, Summ It Up Podcast, Social Beauty Makers Podcast, The Hairdresser Strong Show Podcast, The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hair Love Radio Podcast,Salon Owner Collective Podcast.
- Oct 5, 202621 min
The 6 Salon Marketing Moves That Matter in 2026
Every year, salon marketing trends get louder. But only a handful actually shift how new clients find, choose, and book with you.After watching our clients adapt through three years of algorithm shifts, platform changes, and the arrival of AIsearch, six salon marketing trends stand out for 2026. The rest? Safely ignore.In this episode of The Salon Scoop, we're helping salon owners cut through the noise, breaking down which trends deserve room in your already-packed week, and which are quietly stealing your time.In this episode you'll learn:● Why AI search is quietly reshaping how new clients find salons● The Google Business Profile shift making photos more valuable than review count● Why review recency beats volume for salon Google ranking (and the QR card trick that fixes it)● The short-form video and UGC approach that always beats polished AI content● How email marketing automations compound client retention and revenue while you're behind the chairThe salons quietly winning aren't the ones with the biggest budgets. They're the ones running consistent fundamentals every week, while competitors chase the next shiny tactic and wonder why their calendar feels stuck.Focus beats hype. Consistency beats chaos. That's exactly the entire game.For your daily dose of digital marketing for salons, give us a follow on TikTok and Instagram @salon.s.o.s OR if you want to check out the video recording of this episode, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hit this link to explore: https://www.youtube.com/@salon.s.o.sThis podcast is for salon owners and salon professionals who want to learn proven ways to grow their salon business,learn valuable salon leadership skills, boost their brand, grow their clientele, get social media and marketing advice for salons, and build a salon culture that attracts and retains thriving stylists.More from the Salon S.O.S. Business Building Resource Library:Click here to access our entire salon digital marketing academy: https://www.salonsos.ca/digital-marketing-academyEmail info@salonsos.ca to get in contact with us. We’re always here to help support you with salon business advice!If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast, Grow mySalon Business Podcast with Antony Whitaker, Thriving Stylist Podcast with Britt Seva, Summ It Up Podcast, Social Beauty Makers Podcast, The Hairdresser Strong Show Podcast, The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hair Love Radio Podcast, Salon Owner Collective Podcast.
- Sep 28, 202649 min
The 3PM Crash Isn't Normal — What You Eat Is Costing Your Energy, Focus & Career
That 3pm or mid-shift energy crash you can't shake? It's not because you had a busy day. It's because of what you didn't eat this morning.Coffee for breakfast. Skipped lunch. Grabbing whatever between clients. It's become so normal that most salon pros don't see it as a problem. Until we get a burnout, brain fog, or a body that can't keep up.In this episode of The Salon Scoop, we're bringing in a guest from outside the industry. What Meridan Zerner has to say could change how you move through every workday. She's a nationally recognized registered dietitian, wellness coach, and author of the upcoming book The Thoughtful 30, with 30+ year expertise of nutrition for busy professionals.In this episode you’ll learn:● Why the afternoon energy crash isn't inevitable and how to prevent it● Realistic meal prep for busy people that doesn't require hours on a Sunday● The best healthy snacks at work every stylist should keep at their station● How to actually stay hydrated through a fully booked day at the salon● The one nutrition habit to change this month for the biggest impactTo all salon pros and salon owners: you spend all day taking care of others. It’s time to invest in yourself because your career depends on it.Huge thanks to Meridan for wisdom that could change how our community moves through the workday. Follow her onInstagram @meridanzerner and keep an eye out for her upcoming book The Thoughtful 30.For your daily dose of digital marketing for salons, give us a follow on TikTok and Instagram @salon.s.o.s OR if you want to check out the video recording of this episode, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hit this link to explore: https://www.youtube.com/@salon.s.o.sThis podcast is for salon owners and salon professionals who want to learn proven ways to grow their salon business,learn valuable salon leadership skills, boost their brand, grow their clientele, get social media and marketing advice for salons, and build a salon culture that attracts and retains thriving stylists.More from the Salon S.O.S. Business Building Resource Library:Click here to access our entire salon digital marketing academy: https://www.salonsos.ca/digital-marketing-academyEmail info@salonsos.ca to get in contact with us. We’re always here to help support you with salon business advice!If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast, Grow my Salon Business Podcast with Antony Whitaker, Thriving Stylist Podcast with Britt Seva, Summ It Up Podcast, Social Beauty Makers Podcast, The Hairdresser Strong Show Podcast, The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hair Love Radio Podcast, Salon Owner Collective Podcast.
- Sep 21, 202655 min
The Customer Experience Gap: Why Salons Still Lose Clients
Two salons in your area do great hair. Same techniques. Samepricing. Same skill level. So why is one always booked out and the other keeps losing clients after just one visit?Spoiler: it's not about the cut or color.The salons that win aren't winning on talent. They're winningon customer experience. How clients FEEL from the moment they walk in —skills most stylists were never taught in beauty school.In this episode of The Salon Scoop, we sit down with JenniferMisciagno, owner of Strand Salon where salon hospitality training for every staff member is a core team skill, trained from the first hello to the last goodbye.In this episode you’ll learn:● The small, seemingly insignificant details that can make your salon guests feel valued● The salon training approach when a stylist is technically brilliant but not naturally warm — and why guestexperience training matters as much as color education● The direct connection between hospitality, rebooks, referrals, and client retention● Where to start if you want to improve customer experience and build a training program yourselfIf you've ever wondered why some salons build waitlists ofloyal regulars while others struggle with client retention — this is the blueprint.Huge thanks to Jennifer for sharing the behind-the-scenes of@strandsalonct. 💛 Follow her on Instagram @jenstylesu.For your daily dose of digital marketing for salons, give us a follow on TikTok and Instagram @salon.s.o.s OR if you want to check out the video recording of this episode, you can subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hit this link to explore: https://www.youtube.com/@salon.s.o.sThis podcast is for salon owners and salon professionals who want to learn proven ways to grow their salon business,learn valuable salon leadership skills, boost their brand, grow their clientele, get social media and marketing advice for salons, and build a salon culture that attracts and retains thriving stylists.More from the Salon S.O.S. Business Building Resource Library:Click here to access our entire salon digital marketing academy: https://www.salonsos.ca/digital-marketing-academyEmail info@salonsos.ca to get in contact with us. We’re always here to help support you with salon business advice!If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast, Grow mySalon Business Podcast with Antony Whitaker, Thriving Stylist Podcast with Britt Seva, Summ It Up Podcast, Social Beauty Makers Podcast, The Hairdresser Strong Show Podcast, The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hair Love Radio Podcast,Salon Owner Collective Podcast.
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The Salon Scoop podcast educates, entertains and inspires salon professionals to find happiness and success in this beautiful industry. We shop talk all things salon with some of the most influential people in the industry to bring you real life stories, debates, entertainment, and best practices to help you live your best life. Whether you’re new to the industry, looking to make a leap to owning your first salon, a salon owner planning for retirement, looking for opportunities to be a platform artist or educator, or anywhere in between, this podcast is for you.
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