How Today’s Stylists Are Really Building Clients | The Modern Stylist’s Guide to Growth
Release Date: 12/19/2025
Goal Setting That Actually Works
The Color Room Chat
In this episode, Kassidy and Reese kick off the new year by breaking down goal setting, planning, and manifestation—and how having a clear plan can completely change your business, mindset, and life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by big goals, stuck without direction, or fired up in January only to lose motivation by March, this episode is for you. They share exactly how they set goals every year, why writing them down matters, and how breaking big dreams into monthly, weekly, and daily actions makes even the most “unrealistic” goals achievable. From income goals and promotions...
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Commission vs Rental: What Every Stylist Should Know
The Color Room Chat
In this episode, Kassidy and Reese break down one of the biggest career decisions hairstylists face: commission vs. booth rental. If you’re early in your career, feeling pressure to “be your own boss,” or questioning which path actually supports your long-term success, this conversation is for you. They get real about the pros, cons, risks, and realities of both models—from taxes, overhead, inventory, and burnout, to mentorship, education, structure, and financial stability. Reese shares her firsthand (and very honest) experience briefly trying booth rental, why it wasn’t aligned...
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You Are the Brand | Building Success Behind the Chair
The Color Room Chat
In this episode, Kassidy and Reese dive deep into branding behind the chair and why building a clear, authentic brand is one of the most important things you can do for long-term success—whether you’re a hairstylist, entrepreneur, or creative. They break down what a brand really is (hint: it’s more than social media), why knowing your why and purpose is the foundation of everything, and how authenticity, consistency, and clarity set you apart in an oversaturated industry. From how you show up behind the chair, to how you dress, speak, create content, and serve your clients—your brand...
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The Truth About Co-Stylists, Client Experience & Leadership
The Color Room Chat
In this episode, Kassidy and Reese dive into the viral Hair by Chrissy TikTok conversation and use it as a jumping-off point to talk about something that’s often misunderstood in the beauty industry: working with co-stylists (not “assistants”) and why, when done right, it elevates both the client experience and the stylist’s career. Reese shares why she has worked with a team for most of her career, how a co-stylist model allows her to deliver a true VIP experience, and why mentorship and delegation are essential if you want to grow as a top stylist without burning out. Kassidy brings...
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Stop Chasing Trends. Start Creating Them. | The Art of Staying Creative as a Hairstylist
The Color Room Chat
In this episode, Kassidy and Reese talk all things trends, creativity, and staying inspired in an industry that’s constantly changing. If you’ve been feeling bored, burned out, or stuck doing the same looks behind the chair, this conversation will reset your mindset. Reese shares why real trends don’t come from Pinterest or endless scrolling, but from fashion weeks, art, education, and thinking outside the hair industry. Kassidy breaks down how being intentional with what you consume—following global creators, fashion, and business—helps you create work that’s original and...
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Why Even Successful Stylists Feel Like They’re Not Enough | The Real Mental Game of Being a Stylist
The Color Room Chat
In this episode, Kassidy and Reese get real about something every hairstylist experiences—but almost no one talks about openly: imposter syndrome, fear, failure, and mindset. Whether you’ve been behind the chair for one year or twenty, this conversation will hit home. This episode feels like a therapy session for stylists. Reese and Kassidy open up about doubting themselves, caring too much about outside opinions, feeling pressure as success grows, and learning how mindset can either hold you back or unlock the life and career you want. They share personal stories of breakdowns, fear,...
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How Today’s Stylists Are Really Building Clients | The Modern Stylist’s Guide to Growth
The Color Room Chat
In today’s episode, Reese and Kassidy get real about what it takes to build a FULL clientele as a hairstylist in 2025—especially with the economy, inflation, and how saturated the industry feels right now. If you’ve been staring at empty spots on your book, wondering how to get consistent new clients, or feeling overwhelmed by social media… this episode is your reset. Reese breaks down why this economy isn’t a “career death sentence” (she lived through 2008 and still tripled her books), and why social media + word of mouth is the actual secret sauce. Kassidy adds what most...
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From Hair School to Six Figures | How We Built the Careers We Dreamed Of
The Color Room Chat
In this first episode, Reese and Kassidy pull back the curtain on how this podcast came to life, why they refuse to gatekeep, and how they built careers (and a salon home) that go way beyond “just doing hair.” You’ll hear Kassidy’s journey from feeling pressured into college, to secretly holding onto her dream of doing hair, to a Texas Roadhouse breakdown that changed everything—and eventually led her to Salon 210 and building a six-figure stylist career as a Level 5 in just a few years. Reese shares her raw story of growing up with very little, sneaking into hair school, getting...
info_outlineIn today’s episode, Reese and Kassidy get real about what it takes to build a FULL clientele as a hairstylist in 2025—especially with the economy, inflation, and how saturated the industry feels right now. If you’ve been staring at empty spots on your book, wondering how to get consistent new clients, or feeling overwhelmed by social media… this episode is your reset.
Reese breaks down why this economy isn’t a “career death sentence” (she lived through 2008 and still tripled her books), and why social media + word of mouth is the actual secret sauce. Kassidy adds what most stylists forget: you can’t just wait to be found—you have to get out into your community, partner with local businesses, and build a brand that people connect with.
They also share the system behind posting without burning out—why you need a real schedule, how to use Stories strategically, and why your phone is your voice outside the salon. Plus, they talk about what clients really want now: an elevated experience, clear communication, hair systems, retail guidance, and pre-booking like a professional.
If you’re a new stylist, a seasoned stylist rebuilding, or someone who wants to grow faster without feeling desperate or “salesy,” this one will change how you think about your book.
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