Joy La May is a stylist and a coach with Destroy the Hairdresser. She has radically transformed her business in recent years, and one of the biggest changes is how she charges for her time. “Even though I love doing hair and that is my passion and creative outlet, I realize that my calling in life is to be in service to other hairdressers,” Joy says. “And part of that is talking to them about establishing new processes, and new boundaries, like pricing per hour instead of per service. It can feel like a revolutionary act but when we crunch the numbers, we see that some of us are getting paid b ..read more

Stylist and blonding specialist Gabie Vossler has moved and rebuilt her clientele several times in the last ten years. It’s always a challenge, but she has learned ways to make it easier, along the way. This year, she moved during the coronavirus pandemic and had to start from scratch—find a salon home, rebuild her clientele, and establish herself. We talk about: · How she prepared for her move with research and reaching out. · Why she connects with local television stations, editors, and websites to get her name out. · The questions she asks at every salon interview. This episode is sponsore ..read more

Missy Peterson, director of global education and artistry at Malibu C, started as a stylist and moved from the salon into a position inside a beauty manufacturer. It was her experience as a stylist that helps her design education that would really be valuable to hairdressers and create products that will make a stylist’s life better and more profitable. We talk about: • How she came to Choose Beauty as a career. • The things she didn’t learn in beauty school but wishes she had. • Product development and where she looks for inspiration. • How you can connect with a beauty brand that interests ..read more

Rodrick Samuels and Lauren Moser are owners of HairLab Detroit Barber School, a community committed to improving lives and raising the human spirit. They are an interracial couple who are both life and work partners. Rodrick, a barber, and Lauren, a texture expert, are educators, editorial stylists, salon owners, and industry leaders. We talk about: · How they each came to Choose Beauty as a career. · How their school is a welcoming place for everyone. · The importance of seeking out education to fill-in your gaps in technique. · The challenge of overcoming racism and hair bias. This episode ..read more

Sam Villa is co-founder of Sam Villa (Allvus, LLC), and an award-winning educator, platform artist, and Redken Global Artistic Ambassador. To support the stylist community, Villa has created the Sam Villa and Friends Socialathon, a 12-hour fundraising event. “I’ve never felt a greater need to collectively reach out to such an important group of friends and call for unified action to support our industry,” Villa says. Learn more about Sam Villa and his fundraising event. Follow Sam Villa on Instagram. Follow Modern Salon on Social Media:Instagram Facebook Twitter ..read more

Industry icon Sonya Dove prioritizes inspiration, education, and mentorship for her stylist community. Wella Professionals Global Ambassador, Ulta Beauty Pro Team Member, and Hair Dreams Ambassador. Dove has received countless industry awards including Master Hairstylist of the Year and the International Icon of the Year. We spoke with her while she is in her home in Mexico, during the COVID-19 lockdown, and she shares that she will be returning to work in a very different way. Follow Sonya Dove on Instagram. Follow Modern Salon on Social Media:Instagram Facebook Twitter ..read more

When asked to describe himself as a young person, Tom Porter, CEO and founder of Malibu Wellness, a solution-driven professional hair and skincare brand in Malibu, CA, says, “I was the kid that was always looking under the rock to find something very special.” He has launched a new podcast that will provide ads look into the life of an entrepreneur and asks the question—are entrepreneurs born or made or a little of both? Read more about Tom Porter on Modern Salon. Listen to Malibu T.O.M. Stories. Follow Modern Salon on Social Media:Instagram Facebook Twitter ..read more

Carlos Valenzuela is a hairdresser/educator, ex-salon and school owner, author, and corporate spokesperson with forty-five years of beauty experience. His focus today is raising wellness awareness and assisting salon professionals in developing a fulfilling career. Read more about if you should become a hairdresser on Modern Salon. Follow Modern Salon on Social Media:Instagram Facebook Twitter ..read more

Digital Content Strategist Nicole Davis talks with Sreynin Peng, celebrity nail artist with more than 20 years of experience in the industry, about her career and how she got to where she is today.   Topics Discussed:  Serynin’s beginnings in the nail industry.   Her top three pieces of advice for young nail techs.   The best ways to set goals for yourself.   Sign up for the Modern Salon and NAILS newsletters! Stay up to date with the latest industry news and trends:  ? NAILS  ?‍♀️ MODERN SALON   ? Follow and connect with Modern Salon and NAILS on soci ..read more

We were joined by Tracy Vinson @mobilemanicurist to discuss how nail technicians can get on the right path with their business by looking at service prices and how to add value to every appointment. Vinson, creator of the nail art education program “Bankrupt to Booked Up,” talked with us about getting back to business during a difficult time. We dive into these topics: Raise the price of your service ticket without charging more for the service.  How can you add value to every service? Are you pricing your services properly? Nail supplies are expensive! Do you know much you have invested ..read more