Grow My Salon Business Podcast

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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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Antony Whitaker

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Tom Bentley-Taylor
Tom Bentley-Taylor is a prominent figure in the salon software industry, known for establishing the Salon Software brand Short Cuts in the UK. He currently serves as the Managing Director at Vish, where he focuses on leveraging data to enhance salon operations. With a passion for numbers and analytics, Tom emphasizes the importance of data in making informed business decisions, helping salon owners understand what works and what doesn't in their businesses.
Meagan McCormack
Meagan McCormack is the President of Visible Changes salon group, a prominent salon business based in Houston, Texas. With a strong focus on leadership and creating a positive workplace culture, Meagan has been instrumental in evolving the salon group to meet the changing needs of the industry. She emphasizes the importance of authentic connections in the salon environment and has navigated challenges as a young woman leading a large company. Meagan is known for her compassionate management approach and her commitment to mentorship, aiming to build the next generation of salon professionals.
Frank Brormann
Frank Brormann is a German hairdresser, salon owner, and the inventor of the Calligraphy Cut, a revolutionary tool and technique for cutting hair. He has gained recognition for his innovative approach to hairstyling, which emphasizes creativity and commercial viability. Frank's experience includes pitching his business on Germany's 'Lion's Den' (the German version of Shark Tank), where he successfully secured a million-euro investment. His work focuses on solving common hair problems and adapting to various hair types and textures, making the Calligraphy Cut a unique offering in the hairdressing industry.

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data salon business numbers accountability pricing profit technology colour management leadership positive culture authentic connection adapting to change product development imposter syndrome mentorship salon manager management traits team building business adaptation effective communication technology in management salon culture continuous learning stylists earnings productivity financial success salon economics mindset about money Half Million Dollar Club successful stylists Calligraphy Cut haircutting service Frank Brormann Germany's Lions Den hair problems business model digital transformation

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Grow My Salon Business with Antony Whitaker
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Ready to grow and manage your salon business the right way?

If you are the greatest stylist in the world, but don’t put the same effort into elevating your business skills as you did when learning the craft of hairdressing, you will never see your business flourish like it should.

Grow My Salon Business is here to help!

Led by Antony Whitaker, we provide short-and-to-the-point videos designed to help beauty and salon owners take giant-and goal-reaching-leaps towards having the salon business of their dreams.

Antony is recognized globally for his skills as a stylist and his dedication to educating, empowering, and enhancing the lives of more than a quarter of a million hairdressers, salon managers, and their teams in more than 50 different countries,

Now he is teaching current and future salon owners right here on YouTube.

Take notes as he shares his experience, knowledge, passion, and skills so you can become a smarter, confident, and profitable salon owner.

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Biography

* Author of the GROW series📚
* Empowering hairdressers to grow their businesses.
* Grow My Salon Business Podcast - New episode on Tuesdays 🎧👇

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on Grow My Salon Business Podcast.

0:00 43:09

294 Numbers Dont Lie: How Data Can Make You a Better Salon Owner with Tom Bentley-Taylor

Hosts
Antony Whitaker
Guests
Tom Bentley-Taylor
Keywords
data salon business numbers accountability pricing profit technology colour management

Some people love data! But let's be honest and say that for most hairdressers, studying the numbers in their business is not their favourite pastime.


My Guest today is a returning Guest, Tom Bentley-Taylor, who, amongst other things, originally got the Salon Software brand Short Cuts established in the UK and is currently Managing Director at Vish in the UK.


Tom is unashamedly a numbers guy. He loves data, but more importantly, he loves what data tells you about what's working and what isnt working in the business.


In todays podcast, we will discuss:

  • The importance of using data in business
  • What is the most important data to track in the salon business?
  • How data creates clarity for business owners and fairness for their team.

And lots more!


IN THIS EPISODE:


[1:30] Welcoming Tom Bentley-Taylor and his background in salon software

[3:05] The evolution from Shortcuts to Vish and why colour management matters

[6:55] Are salons undercharging for colour? The problem with guesswork

[8:40] How technology reveals the true cost of delivering services

[11:10] Why data creates clarity for owners and fairness for teams

[13:15] Empowering vs restricting: how stylists respond to numbers

[18:06] Mistakes owners make when introducing change

[22:45] Pricing, margin, and why protecting profit isnt optional

[25:20] Creative freedom vs business responsibility

[28:10] The difference data makes to accountability

[32:40] How Vish works with existing systems

[34:02] The data that helps drive decision-making

[36:40] The mindset of high-performing salon owners

[38:55] Final advice from Tom: stop guessing and start tracking

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RATINGS + REVIEWS


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0:00 55:49

293 Reinventing Success: Why salons need to constantly evolve with Meagan McCormack

Hosts
Antony Whitaker
Guests
Meagan McCormack
Keywords
salon business leadership positive culture authentic connection adapting to change product development imposter syndrome mentorship

Over the years, I’ve seen many salon businesses, and inevitably, some stand out more than others.

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.

My guest today is Meagan McCormack, President of Visible Changes salon group in Houston, Texas, which is without doubt an amazing business. 

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.

 

In today’s podcast, we discuss:


●     How a salon group the size of Visible Changes has continued to evolve as a business.

●     How they have adapted to suit the changing needs of today's workforce

●     Why they are expanding more into the product side of the industry  

And lots more!

 

 

IN THIS EPISODE:
 
[01:03] Setting up today’s conversation with Meagan McCormack

[02:24] Visible Changes: What's changed since 2019
[04:31] COVID’s impact and consolidating salon locations
[07:02] Meagan’s leadership transition and new role
[11:45] Creating a people-first, compassionate management approach
[17:12] The structure of the Visible Changes management team
[18:35] Challenges of being a young woman leading a large company
[23:00] The importance of authenticity and vulnerability in leadership
[26:00] Launching a new focus on product development
[31:30] Finding confidence and fighting imposter syndrome
[38:15] Big goals: Aiming for a $100 million business
[42:14] Celebrating top performers and incredible sales achievements
[45:12] The role of retail sales in stylist success
[46:29] Navigating the challenges of booth rental and Gen Z expectations
[49:48] How mentorship is key to building the next generation of salon professionals
[52:00] Final thoughts on leadership, evolution, and resilience

 

 

Want MORE to help you GROW?

 

📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/

🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/

 

 

RATINGS + REVIEWS

 

🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! 


They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

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- Tap on the empty purple stars and rate 5 stars

- 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! 🙏

Until next time!
 Antony

 

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

 

Salon Management Course 

 

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0:00 13:26

292 The 9 Traits of a Modern Salon Manager: What It Takes to Lead Today

Hosts
Antony Whitaker
Keywords
salon manager leadership management traits team building business adaptation effective communication technology in management salon culture continuous learning

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.

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.

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. 

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 - Save your seat here

 

 

IN THIS EPISODE:

 

[2:00] The importance of your role as a manager and leader 

[2:52] Why the "hands-off" management approach often fails 

[4:55] Trait 1: Having a clear vision for the future 

[5:42] Trait 2: Understanding that leadership is about developing people 

[6:23] Trait 3: Building relationships and showing empathy 

[7:07] Trait 4: Offering flexibility in the workplace 

[8:23] Trait 5: Driving productivity through goal-setting and accountability 

[9:35] Trait 6: Embracing technology in salon management 

[10:01] Trait 7: Creating and protecting your salon's culture 

[10:51] Trait 8: Prioritising effective communication 

[11:36] Trait 9: Embracing and adapting to change 

[11:57] Final thoughts on continuous learning as a manager 

 

 

Want MORE to help you GROW?

 

📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/

🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/

 

 

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Until next time!
 Antony

 

 

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

 

FREE Masterclass: 4 Essential Lessons in Salon Management - Click here to save your seat 

 

 

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0:00 18:56

291 Why Do Some Stylists Earn So Much More Than Others?

Hosts
Antony Whitaker
Keywords
stylists earnings productivity financial success salon economics mindset about money Half Million Dollar Club successful stylists

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… 

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…

 

But what I literally never see are comments about “How bad the productivity levels of the average hairdresser are.”

 

And obviously that's part of the problem, because what you earn is always going to be a reflection of what you produce. 

 

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.

 

If you're ready to stop blaming and start earning, this episode is your roadmap to financial success in the salon industry.

 

 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

 

Download the Guide: 15 Points for Financial Success as an employed stylist.

 

IN THIS EPISODE:

 

[00:55] Commitment to a positive outlook despite industry challenges

[01:20] Observations about compensation complaints in industry Facebook groups

[02:07] The connection between productivity and earnings in salons

[02:56] Addressing the stylist's mindset about money and compensation

[03:39] The reality of salon economics and owner struggles

[05:11] Introducing the concept: "You don't get what you want, you get who you are"

[06:01] Questions for stylists to assess their own productivity

[07:04] Celebrating successful stylists in the industry

[07:49] Introduction to "The Half Million Dollar Club" stylists

[08:46] Discussion of stylists earning $200-250K annually behind the chair

[10:15] Addressing the blame mentality and shifting to personal responsibility

[10:51] Introduction to the 15 traits of financially successful stylists

[15:47] Practical examples of what successful stylists do consistently

 

 

Want MORE to help you GROW?

 

📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/

🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/

 

 

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0:00 40:02

290 Could This be a New Haircutting Service? With Frank Brormann

Hosts
Antony Whitaker
Guests
Frank Brormann
Keywords
Calligraphy Cut haircutting service Frank Brormann Germany's Lions Den hair problems business model digital transformation

It’s very rare that a new tool for cutting hair enters the professional market. And those that do usually tend to fade away. 

 

But occasionally something piques the imagination of both the creatives and the business side of the industry as being creatively different and commercially beneficial.

 

My guest today is Frank Brormann, a German hairdresser, salon owner and inventor of Calligraphy Cut, a new tool and a new way of working with hair.

 

In today’s podcast, we will discuss:

  •    What exactly is the calligraphy cut? 
  •    How it could potentially be a new cutting service to offer your clients
  •    The experience of being on Germany’s ‘Lions Den’ (Shark Tank), where he secured a million-euro investment. 

And lots more!

IN THIS EPISODE:

 

[01:20] Welcome to Frank Brormann 

[01:26] What exactly is Calligraphy Cut - a tool or a specific haircut? 

[02:21] The origin story - how flower stems inspired the Calligraphy Cut 

[05:08] The science behind the 21-degree angle and what makes it special 

[06:46] What hair problems does the Calligraphy Cut solve? 

[08:46] Using the Calligraphy Cut on different hair types and textures 

[10:42] Why the Calligraphy Cut is best used on wet hair 

[11:55] The client experience and financial impact on salons 

[14:43] The business model: subscription vs. purchase options 

[17:04] Frank's background and adoption rate in his own salon 

[19:23] How stylists initially react to the Calligraphy Cut 

[21:08] The experience of pitching on Germany's "Lion's Den" (Shark Tank) 

[25:09] How the TV appearance and investors transformed the business 

[29:27] Digital transformation of the Calligraphy Cut business 

[33:35] Final thoughts from Frank on embracing innovation 

 


Want MORE to help you GROW?

 

📚 Check out our Bestselling GROW Books

https://growmysalonbusiness.com/books/

 

🆘 Management overwhelm!? Download our free checklist! This checklist will help you get clarity on where you're at https://growmysalonbusiness.com/management-checklist/

 

 

RATINGS + REVIEWS

 

🙏Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated! They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.

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Until next time!
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👉 FOLLOW CALLIGRAPHY CUT UK!

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👉 FOLLOW CALLIGRAPHY CUT GERMANY!

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