Episodes

  • Ep. 347 • Stop Worrying and Go for it! w/ Mirella Manelli

    Ep. 347 • Stop Worrying and Go for it! w/ Mirella Manelli
    May 13 2024

    We're back with @mirellamanelli to hear her journey to become an educator and salon owner. She recalls her first hair show and the recognition she received for her skills, which led to opportunities to create color campaigns and education curriculum. Mirella also discusses her experience with flight anxiety and how she overcame it.

    This Week's Topics & Takeaways:

    • Becoming an Educator with Kenra • Embracing social media and digital platforms • Becoming a salon owner • Rejection & criticism as opportunities for growth and improvement • Showcasing your skills to access new opportunities in the industry • Overcoming fears & challenges to fuel personal & professional growth

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out ‘The Hair Game Podcast’ playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor
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    38 mins
  • HIGHLIGHTS • Stop Worrying and Go for it! w/ Mirella Manelli

    HIGHLIGHTS • Stop Worrying and Go for it! w/ Mirella Manelli
    May 13 2024

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode.

    We're back with @mirellamanelli to hear her journey to become an educator and salon owner. She recalls her first hair show and the recognition she received for her skills, which led to opportunities to create color campaigns and education curriculum. Mirella also discusses her experience with flight anxiety and how she overcame it.

    This Week's Topics & Takeaways:

    • Becoming an Educator with Kenra • Embracing social media and digital platforms • Becoming a salon owner • Rejection & criticism as opportunities for growth and improvement • Showcasing your skills to access new opportunities in the industry • Overcoming fears & challenges to fuel personal & professional growth

    Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out ‘The Hair Game Podcast’ playlist.

    Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!

    Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!

    FOLLOW US

    http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast

    http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic

    http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor
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    12 mins
  • Ep. 346 • Price Shaming & How to Overcome It w/ Mirella Manelli

    Ep. 346 • Price Shaming & How to Overcome It w/ Mirella Manelli
    May 6 2024
    Indie Educator and salon owner @mirellamanelli was in a toxic environment early in her career when she priced her services higher than others around her. She explains how she dealt with it, as well as how she fell in love with education and began a journey of improving herself and applying over and over for a chance to become an educator. This Week's Topics: • Mirella's Background and Family Expectations • Struggles with Family Expectations • Insecurity and Drive for Success • Early Career and Pursuit of Education • Transition to Booth Rental and A La Carte Pricing • Working at Hairy Situation Salon • Getting Shamed for Charging More for Services • Salon Walkouts and Making Decisions for Yourself • Getting Married and Moving to Alaska • Managing Salons at Ulta • Applying to Kenra and Overcoming Adversity Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out ‘The Hair Game Podcast’ playlist. Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor
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    55 mins
  • HIGHLIGHTS • Price Shaming & How to Overcome It w/ Mirella Manelli

    HIGHLIGHTS • Price Shaming & How to Overcome It w/ Mirella Manelli
    May 6 2024
    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Indie Educator and salon owner @mirellamanelli was in a toxic environment early in her career when she priced her services higher than others around her. She explains how she dealt with it, as well as how she fell in love with education and began a journey of improving herself and applying over and over for a chance to become an educator. This Week's Topics: • Mirella's Background and Family Expectations • Struggles with Family Expectations • Insecurity and Drive for Success • Early Career and Pursuit of Education • Transition to Booth Rental and A La Carte Pricing • Working at Hairy Situation Salon • Getting Shamed for Charging More for Services • Salon Walkouts and Making Decisions for Yourself • Getting Married and Moving to Alaska • Managing Salons at Ulta • Applying to Kenra and Overcoming Adversity Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out ‘The Hair Game Podcast’ playlist. Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor
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    13 mins
  • Ep. 345 • How to Increase Prices & Add Value w/ Natalie Anne

    Ep. 345 • How to Increase Prices & Add Value w/ Natalie Anne
    Apr 29 2024
    Multi-award winning stylist and hair care line founder @natalieannehair joins us to discuss the strategies she has used to build her businesses and transition from a BTC hairdresser to business owner. We also discuss the impact of inflation on pricing and the importance of increasing prices while adding value to the customer experience. This Week's Topics: • Her Early Days and Social Media • Navigating Social Media Pushback • The Future of Social Media Platforms • Discussion on Booking Apps • Transitioning from Stylist to Salon Owner • Managing a Bridal Business • Parenting and Social Media • Changes in Client Behavior • Impact of Inflation on Pricing • Increasing Prices and Adding Value • Natalie Anne Education & Natalie Anne Hair Products • Hair Horror Story Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out ‘The Hair Game Podcast’ playlist. Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • HIGHLIGHTS • How to Increase Prices & Add Value w/ Natalie Anne

    HIGHLIGHTS • How to Increase Prices & Add Value w/ Natalie Anne
    Apr 29 2024
    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Multi-award winning stylist and hair care line founder @natalieannehair joins us to discuss the strategies she has used to build her businesses and transition from a BTC hairdresser to business owner. We also discuss the impact of inflation on pricing and the importance of increasing prices while adding value to the customer experience. This Week's Topics: • Her Early Days and Social Media • Navigating Social Media Pushback • The Future of Social Media Platforms • Discussion on Booking Apps • Transitioning from Stylist to Salon Owner • Managing a Bridal Business • Parenting and Social Media • Changes in Client Behavior • Impact of Inflation on Pricing • Increasing Prices and Adding Value • Natalie Anne Education & Natalie Anne Hair Products • Hair Horror Story Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out ‘The Hair Game Podcast’ playlist. Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor
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    12 mins
  • Ep. 344 • Are You Taking Care of Your Longtime Clients? w/ Akela Douglass

    Ep. 344 • Are You Taking Care of Your Longtime Clients? w/ Akela Douglass
    Apr 22 2024
    Salon owner, Wella Curl Craft Pro Arist & educator @akelashair changed her direction from corporate career path to the hair business. We discuss marketing, working with diverse hair types, and the importance of client relationships. We also talk about her experience in education and curriculum development. This Week's Topics: • Transition from Corporate College to Hair Business • Beauty School and First Salon Job • Development of Curl Curriculum and Wella Partnership • Return to Sacramento and Opening Got Roots Color Bar • Akela's Education and Academy • Non-Technical Education and Marketing • Taking Care of Longtime Clients • Difficult Conversations with Clients • Navigating Political Conversations in the Salon • Changing the Lack of Curly Hair Education • Hair Horror Stories Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out ‘The Hair Game Podcast’ playlist. Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor
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    51 mins
  • HIGHLIGHTS • Are You Taking Care of Your Longtime Clients? w/ Akela Douglass

    HIGHLIGHTS • Are You Taking Care of Your Longtime Clients? w/ Akela Douglass
    Apr 22 2024
    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Salon owner, Wella Curl Craft Pro Arist & educator @akelashair changed her direction from corporate career path to the hair business. We discuss marketing, working with diverse hair types, and the importance of client relationships. We also talk about her experience in education and curriculum development. This Week's Topics: • Transition from Corporate College to Hair Business • Beauty School and First Salon Job • Development of Curl Curriculum and Wella Partnership • Return to Sacramento and Opening Got Roots Color Bar • Akela's Education and Academy • Non-Technical Education and Marketing • Taking Care of Longtime Clients • Difficult Conversations with Clients • Navigating Political Conversations in the Salon • Changing the Lack of Curly Hair Education • Hair Horror Stories Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out ‘The Hair Game Podcast’ playlist. Android users, you can leave us a rating on Spotify. You can find the rating option underneath the podcast's description. Apple users can leave a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor
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    12 mins