635: Biohacking 101
Beyond The Technique Podcast
Today, Kati welcomes Zac Miner and Dan Schmidt from Best 365 Labs to uncover how optimizing your mitochondrial health can transform energy, skin vitality, and longevity from the inside out. Designed for salon, spa, and med spa professionals, this introductory conversation simplifies the science behind biohacking and reveals why mitochondria—the body’s “powerhouse cells”—are the key to improved wellness, recovery, and performance. Learn about groundbreaking supplements like methylene blue, NAD, and PQQ, and discover how enhancing mitochondrial function can elevate both your personal...
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634: Ten Traits of Empowering Leaders
Beyond The Technique Podcast
What makes a leader truly empowering instead of overbearing? In this episode, Kati reveals ten traits of leaders who build trust, delegate with confidence, and inspire with vision and empathy. You’ll learn practical strategies for active listening, respecting boundaries, and supporting your team’s autonomy while still holding them accountable. Tune in to discover how empowering leadership can unlock growth, loyalty, and a thriving culture inside your salon or spa. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: ...
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633: Bring Back the Why!
Beyond The Technique Podcast
Get ready for an inspiring conversation with hairstylist, salon owner, and Masters of Balayage, stage educator, Emily Jones! She is here to share her industry journey that went from styling Barbie dolls to becoming a balayage, blonding, and hair extension expert. In this episode, Bringing Back the Why, Emily opens up about her passion for teaching, her transition from medical school to hair school, and how she discovered her true community in the industry. You’ll hear how she stays grounded in her purpose while growing in her career and growing her family. Salon owners and leaders will...
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632: Ten Traits of Overbearing Leaders
Beyond The Technique Podcast
In this episode, Kati breaks down the ten traits of overbearing leaders, from micromanaging and excessive control to guilt-tripping and lack of empathy. She shares personal stories of struggling with one of the overbearing traits and highlights how these behaviors can stifle creativity, trust, and growth in a salon setting. Kati emphasizes the importance of balancing constructive feedback with encouragement, respecting boundaries, and letting go of the need to always be right. Listen and share today’s episode with the leaders at your salon and spa! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: GET MY...
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631: What to Look For When Hiring Stylists
Beyond The Technique Podcast
In this episode, Kati Whitledge welcomes Danielle Anderson, a seasoned salon leader and hiring expert, to share her journey and insights from managing teams in the beauty industry. Danielle opens up about her rapid career growth, the challenges she faced post-COVID, and the leadership strategies that helped her build thriving salon cultures. She highlights the importance of hiring for values and cultural fit, using innovative approaches to foster strong teams and successful new salon launches. Listeners will gain practical tips on creating a code of honor, leading with emotional...
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630: The Power of Suggestion
Beyond The Technique Podcast
This episode explores the psychology of suggestion in marketing and its impact on consumer behavior. Kati shares how strategies like priming, social proof, and sensory cues influence clients to book, buy, and return. She highlights the importance of building trust through reviews, visuals, and in-person recommendations, while creating memorable luxury experiences through ambiance. Listeners will also learn why a single, consistent marketing message repeated across platforms increases impact—and how applying these principles can boost results, especially during high-demand seasons. WATCH...
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629: The Myth About Work-Life Balance
Beyond The Technique Podcast
In today’s episode, Kati welcomes Morgan Thomas, who you may know as Jade Beauty Co., to share her journey through the hairdressing and fashion industries. Together, they unpack the myth of work-life balance, highlighting Morgan’s shift toward integration and how she built a thriving career without experiencing burnout. Morgan also offers insights on the evolving landscape of hair education, the value of servant leadership, and why community and mentorship matter more than ever. Share this with your stylists and you will al be inspired by Morgan’s career lessons, humor, and practical...
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628: Overcoming Offense
Beyond The Technique Podcast
In this episode, Kati explores the inevitability of offense in the creative industry and why learning to manage it is essential for personal and professional growth. She unpacks the value of constructive feedback, active listening, and assuming positive intent when receiving correction. With real examples and leadership insights, Kati highlights how humility, empathy, and trust create a culture where feedback becomes a tool for development rather than a source of conflict. Tune in to discover how reframing correction as direction can transform your team’s growth and your own leadership...
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627: Elevate Your Employee Experience
Beyond The Technique Podcast
The salon industry is shifting fast, with more stylists choosing self-employment and traditional salons struggling to compete. In this episode, Kati welcomes back business coach Nikki Le to share how owners can elevate the employee experience to retain top talent and thrive in this new market. From customized training to career ladders, Nikki breaks down practical strategies to create a workplace where stylists feel valued, supported, and inspired to stay. If you want to future-proof your salon and win against the booth rental trend, this episode is a must-listen. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: ...
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626: Eliminate Distractions, with Kati Whitledge
Beyond The Technique Podcast
Distractions don’t just steal your time, they drain your energy, creativity, and focus. In this episode, Kati shares her personal journey with ADHD, biohacking, and the power of reducing decision fatigue to stay in flow. You’ll discover practical strategies to automate routines, set boundaries, and manage technology so you can protect your energy and productivity. Whether you’re a salon owner or creative professional, this conversation will help you eliminate overwhelm and master focus for lasting success. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: GET MY BOOK! From First Date to Forever; How to...
info_outlineIn this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome award-winning salon owner Martha Lynn Kale, owner of the acclaimed Mirror Mirror Salon in Austin, TX, and author of The Ambitious Stylist. Martha shares how her unwavering standards have helped her build a team of over 40, creating one of the best places to work in Austin. She also reveals the one thing salon owners need to stop doing out of fear, a decision that has brought her immense peace as a leader.
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