#398 - Should We Start Passing Along Processing Fees To Our Clients?
Release Date: 08/11/2025
#403 - Clean Up Your Business & Life In 30 Days
Thriving Stylist Podcast
What if life was better, or easier? What if you didn't have mom guilt or work guilt? Are you a stylist or salon owner feeling overwhelmed and out of control? Join me on this episode of The Thriving Stylist Podcast as I share how I've transformed my life and business by breaking free from the "hustle culture" mentality. In this episode, I introduce a strategic 30-day challenge that will help you find peace, joy, and a feeling of being effective in your business and personal life. We'll go beyond generic tips like "make some posts on Instagram" and dive into tactical, organizational, and...
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#402- How Salon Owners Can Stop Taking Clients and Make More Money
Thriving Stylist Podcast
You know you want to get off the tools, but how do you actually do it without your business running in the red? Do you worry that your team will resent you for not being on the floor, or that your business won't survive without your service revenue? What if I told you that the most successful, profitable salons are led by owners who have the capacity to lead, and that means getting out from behind the chair? In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing the exact math you need to get off the floor, still make a great living, and help your team make more money, too. I'll even give...
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#401 - How Much Money Can a Salon Owner Really Make?
Thriving Stylist Podcast
Have you ever looked at other salon owners and wondered, "How is she doing that?" Do you feel like you're grinding every single day, but have nothing to show for it? Today, we're taking a look at a data goldmine I've collected from recent surveys of Thriver Society members, my Instagram and email lists, and my exclusive X Club and Thriving Leadership Boot Camp surveys. The results give us a true cross-section of what’s happening in the salon industry right now and, boy, what it shows is that there’s a great divide in salon ownership! This episode reveals what top-performing owners...
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#400 - 5 Things You Need Before You Hire Your First Employee
Thriving Stylist Podcast
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#399 - When You Haven't Raised Prices in 5+ Years, Where Do You Start?
Thriving Stylist Podcast
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#398 - Should We Start Passing Along Processing Fees To Our Clients?
Thriving Stylist Podcast
Are you tired of those pesky credit card processing fees eating into your profits? Wondering if passing them on to clients is the right move for your business? This episode was inspired by another question from a listener, and we're diving deep into the hot (and often complex!) topic of credit card surcharges. Today, we’ll explore what clients really think about these fees and whether it's becoming the new norm or a major turn-off. Get ready for crucial updates on the ever-changing regulations and legalities surrounding processing fees, broken down state by state, and a whole lot...
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#397 - 6 Instagram Updates for Stylists and Salon Owners
Thriving Stylist Podcast
As you know, Instagram is always changing, and if you're a stylist or salon owner, you NEED to stay on top of it. Today, I break down the top 5 (okay, maybe 6!) crucial Instagram updates from the last year that are absolutely relevant to our industry right now. These Instagram updates might seem small, but they hold serious power when you know how to use them. Whether you're aiming to refine your client acquisition, boost engagement, or simply work smarter, these actionable insights are designed to help you build the wealthy life you're dreaming is possible. I can't wait to see which of them...
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#396 - Big Beautiful Bill and How Stylists and Salons Are Impacted
Thriving Stylist Podcast
This week on the podcast, I dive deep into something I know has been on everyone's mind: the "One Big, Beautiful Bill Act" (OBBBA). It's a mouthful, but trust me, what's inside this bill, signed into law on July 4, 2025, is going to impact our industry! I'm not a CPA, but I've been doing my homework, researching, and listening to the experts I trust. My goal is to break down exactly how this massive bill is going to impact stylists and salon owners specifically. We're cutting through the noise and focusing on the parts and pieces that will most directly affect your business and your...
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#395 - Stylists-Tell-All....What Made Them Leave & What They Want
Thriving Stylist Podcast
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#394 - Popular Leadership Advice I'd NEVER Follow....
Thriving Stylist Podcast
What if everything you've been told about running your business is actually holding you back? In this "spicy" episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on some uncomfortable truths about common salon business strategies, and sharing with you the popular leadership advice I’d NEVER follow! In this episode, I dive deep into critical topics like understanding commission structures, the real impact of service fees, whether pre-booking and retail sales are truly the best metrics for stylist promotion, and a whole lot more. This conversation is all about empowering you to think critically...
info_outlineAre you tired of those pesky credit card processing fees eating into your profits? Wondering if passing them on to clients is the right move for your business? This episode was inspired by another question from a listener, and we're diving deep into the hot (and often complex!) topic of credit card surcharges.
Today, we’ll explore what clients really think about these fees and whether it's becoming the new norm or a major turn-off. Get ready for crucial updates on the ever-changing regulations and legalities surrounding processing fees, broken down state by state, and a whole lot more.
I’m here to help you navigate this landscape, weigh your options, and make an informed decision that truly benefits your business. Don't miss out on understanding how these changes could impact your bottom line and client relationships!
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