by Antony Whitaker
I know that being in business isn’t always easy. Along with the many highs and ‘a ha’ moments it can sometimes be soul destroying, frustrating and a very lonely place to be. Being a business owner is one of life’s greatest educations and it gives you two clear choices, either you continually learn, adapt and grow, or you resist change, stagnate and perish. We live in ever changing and sometimes challenging times, so being informed and constantly inspired is more important than ever. Join Antony Whitaker talking to thought leaders on the business side of the hairdressing industry discussing insightful, provocative and inspiring ideas that matter. Get ready to learn, get ready to be challenged, get ready to be inspired and most importantly get ready to grow your salon business!
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April 29, 2025
<p>Over the years, I’ve seen many salon businesses, but only a few really stand out.</p><p>Some of them stand out because of the decor, others for the culture, some for their size and some for their success as a business.</p><p>My guest today is Meagan McCormack, President of Visible Changes salon group in Houston, Texas, which is without doubt an amazing business. </p><p>Meagan offers incredible insights on leadership, creating a positive culture, and the importance of authentic connection in today's salon environment. Whether you're running a large salon group or a small independent salon, Meagan's wisdom about adapting to change while staying true to your values will inspire you.</p><p> </p><p><strong>In today’s podcast, we discuss:</strong></p><p><br>● How a salon group the size of Visible Changes has continued to evolve as a business.</p><p>● How they have adapted to suit the changing needs of today's workforce</p><p>● Why they are expanding more into the product side of the industry </p><p>And lots more!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>IN THIS EPISODE:</strong><br> <br> [01:03] Setting up today’s conversation with Meagan McCormack</p><p>[02:24] Visible Changes: What's changed since 2019<br>[04:31] COVID’s impact and consolidating salon locations<br>[07:02] Meagan’s leadership transition and new role<br>[11:45] Creating a people-first, compassionate management approach<br>[17:12] The structure of the Visible Changes management team<br>[18:35] Challenges of being a young woman leading a large company<br>[23:00] The importance of authenticity and vulnerability in leadership<br>[26:00] Launching a new focus on product development<br>[31:30] Finding confidence and fighting imposter syndrome<br>[38:15] Big goals: Aiming for a $100 million business<br>[42:14] Celebrating top performers and incredible sales achievements<br>[45:12] The role of retail sales in stylist success<br>[46:29] Navigating the challenges of booth rental and Gen Z expectations<br>[49:48] How mentorship is key to building the next generation of salon professionals<br>[52:00] Final thoughts on leadership, evolution, and resilience</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Want MORE to help you GROW?</strong></p><p> </p><p>📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/</p><p>🆘Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/">https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/</a></p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>RATINGS + REVIEWS</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week</strong>. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! </p><p> </p><p>They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.</p><p>👉 Here's what you do:</p><p>- On your phone,<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/grow-my-salon-business-podcast/id1456014220">Click here</a> (Read steps below first)</p><p>- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'</p><p>- Tap on the empty purple stars and rate 5 stars</p><p>- Click on ‘Write a Review’ I love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Thank you for your support! 🙏</p><p>Until next time!<br> Antony</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/course/management/"><strong>Salon Management Course </strong></a></p><p> </p><p><strong>👉 FOLLOW US!</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/growmysalonbusiness/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/growmysalonbusiness">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/">Website</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>👉 FOLLOW MEAGAN McCORMACK!</strong></p>
April 22, 2025
<p>This week, I dive into what makes a truly effective salon manager in today's rapidly changing business landscape. I've titled it "The 9 Traits of a Modern Salon Manager", and I've consciously used the word 'Modern' because, like everything else in life and business, what worked yesterday may not work so well today.</p><p>I explore the nine essential traits that modern salon leaders need to cultivate to build successful teams, create thriving businesses, and adapt to the evolving demands of our industry. While certain principles remain timeless, other elements of management and leadership become more or less important over time.</p><p>Whether you're a salon owner looking to strengthen your leadership skills or a stylist with ambitions of salon management, this episode offers practical insights to help you develop your management approach. </p><p>And, If you're serious about elevating your management skills, be sure to join me on my FREE Masterclass: The 4 Essential Lessons in Salon Management - <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/4-essential-lessons-in-salon-management/">Save your seat here<br></a><br></p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>IN THIS EPISODE:</strong></p><p> </p><p>[2:00] The importance of your role as a manager and leader </p><p>[2:52] Why the "hands-off" management approach often fails </p><p>[4:55] Trait 1: Having a clear vision for the future </p><p>[5:42] Trait 2: Understanding that leadership is about developing people </p><p>[6:23] Trait 3: Building relationships and showing empathy </p><p>[7:07] Trait 4: Offering flexibility in the workplace </p><p>[8:23] Trait 5: Driving productivity through goal-setting and accountability </p><p>[9:35] Trait 6: Embracing technology in salon management </p><p>[10:01] Trait 7: Creating and protecting your salon's culture </p><p>[10:51] Trait 8: Prioritising effective communication </p><p>[11:36] Trait 9: Embracing and adapting to change </p><p>[11:57] Final thoughts on continuous learning as a manager </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Want MORE to help you GROW?</strong></p><p> </p><p>📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/</p><p>🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/">https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/</a></p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>RATINGS + REVIEWS</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week</strong>. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! </p><p>They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.</p><p>👉 Here's what you do:</p><p>- On your phone,<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/grow-my-salon-business-podcast/id1456014220">Click here</a> (Read steps below first)<br>- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'<br>- Tap on the empty purple stars and rate 5 stars<br>- Click on ‘Write a Review’ I love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Thank you for your support! 🙏</p><p>Until next time!<br> Antony</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:</strong></p><p> </p><p>FREE Masterclass: 4 Essential Lessons in Salon Management - <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/4-essential-lessons-in-salon-management">Click here to save your seat</a> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>👉 FOLLOW US!</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/growmysalonbusiness/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/growmysalonbusiness">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/">Website</a></p>
April 15, 2025
<p>One of the things that I constantly see in industry Facebook groups is how badly employees are paid, whether we’re talking about apprentices, assistants or stylists… </p><p>And that isn’t country specific, it’s a general trend of people feeling they’re hard done by to the point of being exploited…</p><p> </p><p>But what I literally never see are comments about “How bad the productivity levels of the average hairdresser are.”</p><p> </p><p>And obviously that's part of the problem, because what you earn is always going to be a reflection of what you produce. </p><p> </p><p>Join me as I share 15 key traits that set high-earning stylists apart and discover how you can transform your income without thinking you have to go self-employed or change salons.</p><p> </p><p>If you're ready to stop blaming and start earning, this episode is your roadmap to financial success in the salon industry.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> <strong>RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:</strong></p><p> </p><p><a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/15-points/">Download the Guide:</a> <strong>15 Points for Financial Success </strong>as an employed stylist.</p><p> </p><p><strong>IN THIS EPISODE:</strong></p><p> </p><p>[00:55] Commitment to a positive outlook despite industry challenges</p><p>[01:20] Observations about compensation complaints in industry Facebook groups</p><p>[02:07] The connection between productivity and earnings in salons</p><p>[02:56] Addressing the stylist's mindset about money and compensation</p><p>[03:39] The reality of salon economics and owner struggles</p><p>[05:11] Introducing the concept: "You don't get what you want, you get who you are"</p><p>[06:01] Questions for stylists to assess their own productivity</p><p>[07:04] Celebrating successful stylists in the industry</p><p>[07:49] Introduction to "The Half Million Dollar Club" stylists</p><p>[08:46] Discussion of stylists earning $200-250K annually behind the chair</p><p>[10:15] Addressing the blame mentality and shifting to personal responsibility</p><p>[10:51] Introduction to the 15 traits of financially successful stylists</p><p>[15:47] Practical examples of what successful stylists do consistently</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Want MORE to help you GROW?</strong></p><p> </p><p>📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/">https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/</a></p><p>🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/">https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/</a></p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>RATINGS + REVIEWS</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week</strong>. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! <br> </p><p>They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.</p><p>👉 Here's what you do:</p><p>- On your phone,<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/grow-my-salon-business-podcast/id1456014220">Click here</a> (Read steps below first)</p><p>- Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'</p><p>- Tap on the empty purple stars and rate 5 stars</p><p>- Click on ‘Write a Review’ I love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Thank you for your support! 🙏</p><p>Until next time!<br> Antony</p><p> </p><p><strong>👉 FOLLOW US!</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/growmysalonbusiness/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/growmysalonbusiness">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://growmysalonbusiness.com/">Website</a></p>
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