Hair Smarter
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Podcast Overview
<p>Hair Smarter is the podcast for every stylist who’s thought, “Why didn’t anyone teach us this?” Hosted by Sarah Rappolt and Sarajane Lynch, we get into the real stuff: tough client moments, boundaries, burnout, inspiration, relationships, and the lessons that actually help you grow. Along the way, you’ll hear from industry leaders and outside experts with ideas that can shift the way you work. It’s The BreakRoom you’ve always wanted — one that just might change the course of your career.</p>
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10/5/2025
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Recent Episodes
June 15, 2026
Talent Is Overrated—Discipline Is What Actually Builds Careers
Hair Smarter hosts Sarah and Sarajane interview each other, revealing how discipline and deliberate practice build successful careers more than talent alone.
June 1, 2026
Behind the Chair & Beyond the Paycheck: Financial Basics for Hairstylists
<p>Beauty school taught us how to cut, color, and build clientele. It did <b>not</b> teach us how to build wealth.</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <b>Hair Smarter</b>, Sarah and Sarajane sit down with financial advisor Claire Ross of Edward Jones to break down the financial basics every hairstylist and gig worker should understand.</p><p></p><p>If you’re booth rent, commission, or 1099 — and you don’t have a 401(k) — this conversation is for you.</p><p></p><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>Where to start if you’ve never thought about retirement</li><li>The difference between saving and investing</li><li>What an IRA actually is (and how it works)</li><li>Retirement options for self-employed stylists</li><li>Budgeting with fluctuating income</li><li>Money myths holding hairstylists back</li><li>Simple money moves you can make this week</li></ul><p></p><p>This is not financial advice. This is financial literacy — explained clearly and without shame. Because mastery behind the chair also means sustainability beyond the paycheck.</p><p></p><p>🎧 Listen if you:</p><ul><li>Are a hairstylist with no retirement plan</li><li>Feel overwhelmed by investing</li><li>Keep saying “I’ll start saving when I make more”</li><li>Want to build a long-term career, not just a busy year</li></ul><p></p><p>If you'd like to get in contact with Claire to discuss your own situation, goals, or opportunities, feel free to email her at Claire.ross@edwardjones.com.</p><p></p><p>💬 Join the Hair Smarter community to keep yourself educated about all things hairdressing — craft, business, boundaries, and beyond.<br /></p>
May 18, 2026
You’re Building an Audience—Not a Career
Sarah and Sarajane explain how to build a sustainable career behind the chair by focusing on client retention and service over mere online visibility.
19 total episodes available with 14 transcripts
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- What is Hair Smarter?
<p>Hair Smarter is the podcast for every stylist who’s thought, “Why didn’t anyone teach us this?” Hosted by Sarah Rappolt and Sarajane Lynch, we get into the real stuff: tough client moments, boundaries, burnout, inspiration, relationships, and the lessons that actually help you grow. Along the way, you’ll hear from industry leaders and outside experts with ideas that can shift the way you work. It’s The BreakRoom you’ve always wanted — one that just might change the course of your career.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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