Join us on this week’s episode of HTCI as we dive into the depths of Session Styling with Adam Garland. Adam is a renowned session stylist recognised for his innovative approach in the field of backstage hair styling education In our conversation, Adam is to lay bare his tumultuous path to success, marked by personal challenges, including overcoming drug addiction and navigating life with a disability. His raw and candid account illustrates the resilience required to rise in the industry, coupled with the critical importance of evolving from a salon stylist to a backstage expert. Adam’s ..read more

In this episode of the How To Cut It podcast, we are joined by the incredibly talented Melissa Timperley, a rising star in the hairdressing industry. Melissa is the founder of the renowned Melissa Timperley Salons in Manchester’s Northern Quarter and the brains behind MT Masterclass and the MT Masterclass App. As a multi award winning hairstylist, Melissa’s extensive experience and passion for education have led her to develop a revolutionary approach to precision cutting, which is more important than ever as the demand for top-quality commercial and beautiful haircuts continues to rise. Thro ..read more

Today we have the pleasure of hosting Chloe Swift, a leading name in the world of hair content creation. In this episode, we are diving into the exciting and emerging career pathway of a Content Hair Creator. With over 550,000 followers across her 3 main platforms, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube and  currently holding the #1 ranking in the National Hair & Beauty Federation’s Top 100 Hair & Beauty Influencer Index of 2023, Chlöe takes us on her inspiring journey that led her to become such a prominent figure in the hair industry. Recorded live in the ‘HTCI PodShed Studio’, througho ..read more

Todays episode we are joined by Rae Palmer, founder of WeLove Community and Education. Rae brings a fresh perspective to the hairdressing industry, emphasising holistic education and caring for hair pros. From her award-winning days at the British Hairdressing Awards to founding WeLove, Rae shares her inspiring journey and experiences. The conversation delves into the origins of WeLove as a salon concept, the challenges Rae faced, and the importance of collaboration over competition among hair professionals. Rae emphasises the need for empathy and understanding from brands toward salon owners ..read more

In this episode of How To Cut It podcast, we are joined once again by Lacey Hunter-Felton, co-founder of Hunter Collective. Theres been some changes since we last spoke in 2018, and today she takes us that journey that has seen impact and growth of her members co-working spaces for freelancers in the hair and beauty industry. We’re are to delve into the dynamic world of co-working spaces and freelancers within the hairdressing industry. Lacey shares the challenges and triumphs experienced by the Hunter Collective community in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. We also explore the evolvin ..read more

Todays podcast I’m joined by the unstoppable Claire Martin aka cLHAIR. With over a decade of experience under her belt, Claire’s impact on both the Caucasian and Afro hair markets has been ‘standing ovation’ worthy. She’s won awards in textured hair and reached the finals of E4’s “The Big Blow Out” TV series, all while sharing her knowledge as an educator and becoming a Redken Brand advocate. In this conversation, Claire talks about her mission to make the world a better place through hair, highlighting the importance of representation and education in the industry. She delves into her b ..read more

In this episode we delve into the world of PR with special guests Sharon Brigden and Laura Craik from SLBPR. In this episode, Sharon and Laura are here to debunk common misconceptions surrounding PR in the hair industry and provide valuable insights to help you navigate the PR landscape. One of the key takeaways from their conversation is the importance of building a strong reputation and authentic connections in the hair industry. They stress the need to tailor PR strategies based on individual needs, whether that’s targeting trade professionals, consumers, or both. They explain that PR is a ..read more

Welcome to this weeks episode of the How To Cut It podcast! In today’s conversation, I’m thrilled to be joined by colour and hair science educator, Samantha Blues. We’re stepping out of our comfort zone and delving into the unique world of the ‘How To Cut It Platform‘. You see, this episode is not about your typical Facebook groups or online hair communities. No, no, no. This is something special. ‘How To Cut It Platform’ offers a whole new universe for hair professionals like you. It’s a place where connections are made, support is given, and skills are elevated to the next level. Saman ..read more

Join us in this episode as we sit down with Phil Jackson, founder of Build Your Salon, to explore the keys to building a successful salon business with profit-boosting memberships. Phil dives into the importance of aligning your business with your goals and values. Described as the ‘Queen of Memberships’, Phil shares his expertise on implementing effective membership programs. Stuff like addressing challenges that can arise in memberships and provide practical solutions to how to successfully implement them. We’ll also cover essential topics such as pricing strategies, bonuses and commun ..read more

In this episode of the How To Cut It Podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with Ruth Lundstrum about one of the most crucial aspects of freelancing: pricing. We dive into a discussion about the challenges that freelancers face when determining their pricing and the true value they bring to the industry. During our conversation, we uncover the common issues surrounding lowering prices and the importance of justifying costs. We also touch upon the dynamics of pricing in different areas and with different types of clients. But it doesn’t stop there! Ruth shares some eye-opening insights on th ..read more