Shop Talk - A podcast for the Beauty Industry, by 124GO

Is  this the Salon Model of the Future | Lindsey Young Talks Quality Over Quantity | @lunasalontally In this conversation Lindsey Young, Owner of Luna Salon and Masters of Balayage Trainer, shares why she is choosing quality over quantity to grow her salon and how it is attracting the perfect stylists for their salon culture. She also shares lessons she is learning transitioning from behind the chair to full time owner. Connect with Lindsey - https://www.instagram.com/lunasalontally/ http://thelunasalon.com https://www.mastersofbalayage.com To attend the 4-day virtual salon owner/manager workshop email us! Info@124go.com If you are a Keune Loyality Club Member - click this link https://www.keuneloyaltyclub.com/education/business/?next_generation_business__n__leadership_training Try Genesis Private Label  - www.bit.ly/GenesisShopTalk Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ https://www.instagram.com/chrissulimayhair/ https://www.instagram.com/noindoorvoice/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/124GO/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ / Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by! Chris and John

Recruiting Your Dream Team | How To Attract Stylists and What They’re Looking For | Stefanie Fox Jackson Owner of Talent Match Connect with Stefanie Fox and Talent Match https://www.instagram.com/stef_fox/ https://linktr.ee/talentmatch 4-day intensive of 2021. That happens over two weekends Nov 7-8 - 14-15  - Apply go to  https://124go.com or email us @ info@124go.com for just $1595, we allow up to 3 people of your choosing to attend. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this! The top strategies that Brian and Karen Perdue used to grow from 4 hairstylists to 6 salons and over 120 hairstylists. Get hand fed the systems and processes that salon 124 uses every day to be one of the most successful salon groups in the country. This is a no holds barred event where we share all of the secrets to help you grow your salon - no matter the size. That’s November 7-8 and 14-15.. Message Chris @124.go for your 2021 Price restructuring! $1995 Enroll in Salon Business Blueprint - https://www.124goacademy.com Everyone that has taken that course on zoom has loved the convenience and candidness that we share.. Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by!

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Bonnie Bonadeo | Recruit and Keep Stylists by having the right Branding | Expertise and Empathy | When was the last time you updated your strategies for your brand, or your recruitment strategies? In possibly the most important time significant evolution in salons since the early 90’s it’s time to update your brand and your recruitment strategies. Listen as Bonnie talks about Taking a 360 approach to recruitment and branding What new stylists are looking for in a salon Sales training and communication training for your team 4-day intensive of 2021. That happens over two weekends Nov 7-8 - 14-15  - Apply go to  https://124go.com or email us @ info@124go.com for just $1595, we allow up to 3 people of your choosing to attend. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this! The top strategies that Brian and Karen Perdue used to grow from 4 hairstylists to 6 salons and over 120 hairstylists. Get hand fed the systems and processes that salon 124 uses every day to be one of the most successful salon groups in the country. This is a no holds barred event where we share all of the secrets to help you grow your salon - no matter the size. That’s November 7-8 and 14-15.. Message Chris @124.go for your 2021 Price restructuring! $1995 Enroll in Salon Business Blueprint - https://www.124goacademy.com Everyone that has taken that course on zoom has loved the convenience and candidness that we share.. Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by!

Follow us on Instagram @124.go Create Your Personal Brand | @OMGartistry | OMGartistry.com In this episode the one and only Olivia Smalley shares how to: Build Your Personal Brand from Scratch Develop Your Dream Clientele (no matter what you do for a living) Know Your Worth, and Set Clear Boundaries to Live Your Best Life! For more from OMGartistry.com https://www.omgartistry.com https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/omg-artistry-podcast-social-savvy-stylist-olivia-smalley/id1452354485 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gina-bianca-are-your-values-hurting-or-helping-you/id1445070927?i=1000504959640 To attend the 4-day virtual salon owner/manager workshop email us! Info@124go.com If you are a Keune Loyality Club Member - click this link https://www.keuneloyaltyclub.com/education/business/?next_generation_business__n__leadership_training Try Genesis Private Label  - www.bit.ly/GenesisShopTalk Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ https://www.instagram.com/chrissulimayhair/ https://www.instagram.com/noindoorvoice/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/124GO/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ / Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by! Chris and John

She Doubled Her Prices! In this very special episode John and I interview Rachael Ford, and Rachael represents well, a lot of you - and if you're new to the career - she represents what your future might look like. You see Rachael is a hairstylist and the owner of an 8 chair salon. She is also a mother with five ranging from college to toddler, a wife - a homemaker… You get the picture. This year Rachael finally had enough, one day - maybe while doing dishes or picking up toys she decided something had to give.. She needed to make some changes if she was going to be happy and sustain.. After going down a rabbit hole of self discovery - she decided to do something drastic! Message Chris @124.go for your 2021 Price restructuring! $1995 Enroll in Salon Business Blueprint - https://www.124goacademy.com 4-day intensive of 2021. That happens over two weekends Nov 7-8 - 14-15  - Apply go to  https://124go.com or email us @ info@124go.com for just $1595, we allow up to 3 people of your choosing to attend. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this! The top strategies that Brian and Karen Perdue used to grow from 4 hairstylists to 6 salons and over 120 hairstylists. Get hand fed the systems and processes that salon 124 uses every day to be one of the most successful salon groups in the country. This is a no holds barred event where we share all of the secrets to help you grow your salon - no matter the size. That’s November 7-8 and 14-15.. Everyone that has taken that course on zoom has loved the convenience and candidness that we share.. Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by!

Girard Scarpaci might just be The Godfather of Social Networks for the Salon Industry. In this inspiring conversation Girard makes it clear that most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten...  He also discusses:  Lessons learned at Sassoon What it takes to be a successful salon owner And when it's time to close a business Lifetimes of wisdom are shared in this episode! Enjoy! Connect with Hairbrained:  https://hairbrained.pro https://www.instagram.com/hairbrained_official/ https://www.facebook.com/hairbrained.me https://www.hairbrained.me Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ https://www.instagram.com/chrissulimayhair/ https://www.instagram.com/noindoorvoice/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/124GO/ ATTEND OUR 4-DAY VIRTUAL INTENSIVE WORKSHOP  Email us  - info@124go.com If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ / Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by! Chris and John

J Ladner @itsmrjladner Pt. 2 - How to Feel Like You are Enough | Showing Up | Being open to Education, Mentorship and Experience In this episode J dives deeper into the stylist career journey and why being open to education and  mentorship early in your career is so important. He also leaves us with some beautiful final words - so be sure to listen until the end! If you haven't met J here’s a bit more about him - he is an accomplished hair and makeup artist with experience in film, television, theatre, print and digital media. Recognized as Modern Salon’s 2019 Top 100, American Influencer Awards 2020 Emerging Hairstylist of the Year Nominee, J is also a successful entrepreneur, educator, digital author, Digital Creative Director of Oligo Professionnel Hosts the No Stylist Left Behind podcast with Nina Tulio. Connect with J -  https://www.jladner.com Salon owner, what if I told you We created the most thorough online course for salon owners in the business to help you grow your business, gain access to the exact strategies that salon 124 group uses to be one of the most successful independently owned salon groups in the country.. Visit 124Goacademy.com to join the movement for profitable salons. Enroll in Salon Business Blueprint - https://www.124goacademy.com September 26 - 27 - Nikki Le and Geno Stampora host Mentor and Masters at the turf valley resort https://www.facebook.com/mentorandmasters https://www.mentorandmasters.com 4-day intensive of 2021. That happens over two weekends Nov 7-8 - 14-15  - Apply go to  https://124go.com or email us @ info@124go.com for just $1595, we allow up to 3 people of your choosing to attend. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this! The top strategies that Brian and Karen Perdue used to grow from 4 hairstylists to 6 salons and over 120 hairstylists. Get hand fed the systems and processes that salon 124 uses every day to be one of the most successful salon groups in the country. This is a no holds barred event where we share all of the secrets to help you grow your salon - no matter the size. That’s November 7-8 and 14-15.. Everyone that has taken that course on zoom has loved the convenience and candidness that we share.. Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by!

Intention Equals Power | Vivian Mackinder | Icon and Founder Hairdesigner TV Vivian Mackinder is an Icon in the beauty industry (and she is just getting started). A master reinventer, and pilgrim of online education Vivian has taught and inspired millions of hair stylists around the globe. In this episode she shares her philosophy for success and her keys to becoming a master hairstylist. Connect with Vivian and Join Hairdesigner TV https://www.hairdesignertv.com https://www.facebook.com/VivienneMackinder https://www.instagram.com/hairdesignertv/ Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ https://www.instagram.com/chrissulimayhair/ https://www.instagram.com/noindoorvoice/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/124GO/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ / Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by! Chris and John

Adapt and evolve | Having Grit in the face of Change | @itsmrjladner “Be vulnerable with them and the magic will exist” Hello everyone it’s John here - welcome back to the Shop Talk Podcast, thw educational podcast for salon pros looking to up their game. This is part 1 of our conversation with J Ladner and I promise you it’s gonna be wicked good J, who is a bundle of energy - - is the digital creative director for Oligo pro and Founder of J Ladner Education. He is also the cohost along with Nina Tulio onj the No-Stylist left behind podcast. Even for being relatively young in his career J has done quite a LOT – Starting in Tampa Fl – Jay and his husband moved to North Dakota where they opened J Ladner Salon and quickly became the talk of the town. After 7 years of ownership, they sold the salon, and following their dreams, moved to LA where they reside today. In this conversation with J discuss: · Building credibility and drawing on your experience · Asking difficult questions and leaning into your vulnerability · Waking up to change Chris and I loved this conversation and know you will too! Connect with J -  https://www.jladner.com Enroll in Salon Business Blueprint - https://www.124goacademy.com September 26 - 27 - Nikki Le and Geno Stampora host Mentor and Masters at the turf valley resort https://www.facebook.com/mentorandmasters https://www.mentorandmasters.com Salon owners and Managers attend the Final virtual 4-day intensive of 2021. That happens over two weekends Nov 7-8 - 14-15  - Apply go to  https://124go.com or email us @ info@124go.com for just 1595, we allow up to 3 people of your choosing to attend. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this! The top strategies that Brian and Karen Perdue used to grow from 4 hairstylists to 6 salons and over 120 hairstylists. Get hand fed the systems and processes that salon 124 uses every day to be one of the most successful salon groups in the country. This is a no holds barred event where we share all of the secrets to help you grow your salon - no matter the size. That’s November 7-8 and 14-15.. Everyone that has taken that course on zoom has loved the convenience and candidness that we share.. Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by!

Benjamin Novak Hudgins is Founder and CEO of Novak Hair Studios. As a nationally-recognized hairstylist with over 18 years of industry experience, Hudgins uses his expertise to inspire Novak’s 90+ Luxury Solo Artists in two unique locations throughout North Texas. His work has been displayed at New York fashion week, the Mercedes-Benz tent at Swim Week Miami, and on stages and classrooms across the US. He has been the preferred stylist of many contestants in a variety of pageant systems and the go-to beauty pro for high profile/celebrity clients across the nation. From Hudgins’ early career in the competitive pageant world, Novak Hair Studios has carried that tradition by proudly serving as an official sponsor of Mrs. Texas America and Mrs. Oklahoma America. Hudgins’ foundation in life and work are to build a better life, while actively creating a better and more beautiful planet. Benjamin’s passion for hair began at a young age when he would steal his sister’s Collection Edition Barbies to style their hair. No longer styling barbies, he can be found at his small Texas ranch aptly named the “Hudgins Honey Bee Ranch” with husband Justin Hudgins and their chickens, ducks, bees, and Scottish Highland cows - Edna, Walter, and baby Otis. Connect with Ben https://www.instagram.com/benatnovaks/ And at https://novakhairstudios.com Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ https://www.instagram.com/chrissulimayhair/ https://www.instagram.com/noindoorvoice/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/124GO/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ / Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by! Chris and John

Commitment and Having Tough Conversations | It’s Not What You Say It’s How You Say It | Are we Losing Sight of What Flexibility Really Means @kimsclfani1 This episode is part 2 of Multiple salon owner and Loreal National Artists. Kim Sciafani Her salons are called Color Cafe Hair Studios in Greenwich and Norwalk Connecticut. In the first episode John and I asked Kim what her three biggest lessons had been and she said Always be grateful for the good and the bad, that’s where the depth and character comes in, always treat people the way you wanna be treated never stop learning so the passion stays on fire. In this Episode we dive deeper into Commitment and Having Tough Conversations It’s Not What You Say It’s How You Say It Are we Losing Sight of What Flexibility Really Means Salon owners and Managers attend the Final virtual  4-day intensive of 2021 to That happens over two weekends Nov 7-8 - 14-15  - Apply go to  https://124go.com or email us @ info@124go.com for just 1595, we allow up to 3 people of your choosing to attend. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this! The top strategies that Brian and Karen Perdue used to grow from 4 hairstylists to 6 salons and over 120 hairstylists. Get hand fed the systems and processes that salon 124 uses every day to be one of the most successful salon groups in the country. This is a no holds barred event where we share all of the secrets to help you grow your salon - no matter the size. That’s November 7-8 and 14-15.. Everyone that has taken that course on zoom has loved the convenience and candidness that we share.. September 26 - 27 - Nikki Le and Geno Stampora host Mentor and Masters at the turf valley resort https://www.facebook.com/mentorandmasters https://www.mentorandmasters.com Enroll in Salon Business Blueprint - https://www.124goacademy.com Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by!

Hey salon pro happy throwback. This is one of our all time favorite conversations with a very special and impactful woman. Her name is Tammy Cosper and she is the Chief Operations Officer for the salon 124 group.. Lot of people out there claiming to be a #ladyboss well Tammy’s got the resume to prove it… More on that in a moment.. One thing John and I realize we are not doing such a great job informing you all about is where we’ll be and what we have going on in the upcoming months.. So here’s three fast things - 1 - September 12-13 - DATA DRIVEN SUMMIT IN CHICAGO -- We’re not on the roster but will be doing podcast interviews with some of the keynote speakers. https://www.datadrivensalon.com September 26 - 27 - Nikki Le and Geno Stampora host Mentor and Masters at the turf valley resort -- https://www.mentorandmasters.com Finally we’ll be hosting our last virtual 4-day intensive of 2021. https://124go.com  or email us info@124go.com This is where we cover the top strategies that brian and Karen Perdue used to grow from 4 hairstylists to 6 salons and over 120 hairstylists. This is a no holds barred event where we share all of the secrets to help you grow your salon - no matter the size. That’s November 7-8 and 14-15.. Everyone that has taken that course on zoom has loved the convenience and candidness that we share.. You can find links to all of those events in the show notes… You are about to join in an edited down version of episode # 2 of Shop Talk.. As I mentioned Tammy has a rich professional background and I consider her one of the foremost experts on a lot of things in business, her we discuss Manners Being purposeful with the Personal Connection. One more thing I need to say - in these early episodes we were a little less refined with the sound quality. We appreciate you bearing with us - Enroll in Salon Business Blueprint - https://www.124goacademy.com Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by!

Stepping Up Your Game |Being Drama Free | Focus on your Client | Kim Scalfani @kimsclafani1 In this episode John and I sat down with Multiple salon owner and Loreal National Artists. Kim Sciafani Her salons are called Color Cafe Hair Studios in Greenwich and Norwalk Connecticut. When we asked her what she’s learned in her 30 years in the salon industry she said, “Always be grateful for the good and the bad, that’s where the depth and character comes in. Treat people the way you wanna be treated Never stop learning -  so the passion stays on fire In this episode we talked about THe benefits or Having Laser Focus attention on your client Stepping Up your game to The secret to a drama free culture Next Monday for Part 2 of this Accountability vs Personal responsibility and how these things show up in the salon and in life. Follow Kim on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kimsclafani1/ https://www.instagram.com/colorcafehairstudio/ Enroll in Salon Business Blueprint - https://www.124goacademy.com Debora Routhe Full Strands Course https://fullstrands.teachable.com/?affcode=930134_yaae7kaj - Use the Code SHOPTALK15 for 15% off of your purchase. The American Hair Loss Annual Conference 2021 - https://ahlc.org/annualconference/ Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ https://www.instagram.com/chrissulimayhair/ https://www.instagram.com/noindoorvoice/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/124GO/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ / Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by! Chris and John

Jay Williams may be the most prolific thought leader in the salon industry. In this conversation, Jay schools John and Chris on how to better lead yourself and influence others in such our fast-shifting 2020 environment.  There is so much packed into this episode - you may have to listen twice!  Connect with Jay Williams https://www.instagram.com/jaywilliamsco/  Purchase This VS That and Leave Your Mark (all profits go to helping stop human trafficking)  https://www.jaywilliamsco.com/the-book  Say hi to Chris and John on social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ https://www.instagram.com/chrissulimayhair/ https://www.instagram.com/noindoorvoice/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/124GO/ If you’re a hairdresser, salon owner, salon manager or hair beauty professional, please subscribe and give us a Wicked Good Review!! Follow us on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/124.go/ / Music information: Never Wanna Grow up, by the incredible Katrina Stone.  https://artlist.io/song/6748/never-wa… Thank you for stopping by! Chris and John