Coffee Isn't Lunch
Welcome to Coffee Isn't Lunch, the weekly podcast for ambitious hair and beauty professionals alike by your hosts Hayley Jepson and Maddi Cook. Hayley, aka The Resilient Hairdresser, is a former hairdresser and psychotherapist and now coach and educator. She is leading the industry out of burnout and into better mental health. And Maddi, aka Boss Your Salon - if you've ever asked anyone online about pricing, her name's probably come up. She's here to pull back the curtain on business strategy and help you get paid. And together, we're obsessed with ridding the industry of old school harmful hustle culture while cutting through the toxic positivity B.S.
Every Monday, we release a brand new episode bringing you industry hot takes actionable tips and plenty of real talk. So whether you're new to the industry or this isn't your first rodeo, we're here to help you build the business you deserve without burning out along the way.
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Coffee Isn't Lunch
25. The Recruitment Crisis w/ answers from Alex Smith
Do you find yourself wondering what type of leadership style you have when it comes to running a thriving salon? Dive into this episode as we have an invigorating chat with salon owner Alex Smith. Discover Alex's innovative recruitment strategies in the face of industry challenges and her experience in managing client services among her skilled team. Plus she shares the intricacies of Alex's unique leadership approach and the lessons she has learned by understanding how she leads.
Together, we discuss important topics like maintaining a healthy work-life balance and promoting employee well-being, especially in the wake of the pandemic's impact on the industry. Alex shares valuable insights into the recruitment landscape, discussing how she has adjusted her hiring methods to attract and retain top talent in a competitive market.
Join us as we examine the strategies that have helped her overcome staffing hurdles, foster a resilient team, and ensure her salon's lasting success.
CONNECT WITH ALEX:
Website https://ashd-hairdressing.co.uk
Instagram @ashd_hairdressing
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Are you breaking through, or burning out? 6 weeks to drop a day behind the chair. For real. Find out more about Breakthrough: https://www.bossyoursalon.com/breakthrough
The Choice Factory by Richard Shotton
The Illusion of Choice by Richard Shotton
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CONNECT WITH US:
Follow Maddi on Instagram @bossyoursalon
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Take a look at Maddi's website https://bit.ly/bossyoursalon
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