Episode 34
How to Thrive as a Hairdresser
with the elevated stylist, laura symons
What we'll be talking about
In this episode I am chatting with an incredible Hair Business & Abundance Mentor Laura Symons, aka The Elevated Stylist. We dive deep into how FOMO can lead to exhaustion and burn out in the hairdressing industry, and why you need to know your WHY (which means it might be time to re-evaluate your purpose), and her 3 secrets for a successful salon business. If you are a hairdresser or salon owner, this is the podcast for you!
Everything you are going through is preparing you for the life you have been dreaming of. Episode 34 of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast was created to help you grow your confidence, business and bank account.
Learn the top 3 secrets to creating a thriving business:
- Mindset
- Business plan (the blueprint of steps A,B,C,D)
- Know your WHY (this is where the magic happens)
Show notes for episode 34
Abundance
Abundance doesn't have to be about money. It can be abundance in joy, abundance of money, abundance of clients in the salon, abundance of quality family time, abundance of time with friends, or abundance of anything you are striving for. It is the bigger picture stuff.
I know you are probably wondering what is an Abundance Mentor? I was wondering the same thing before I interviewed Laura for the podcast. She not only teaches hairdressers how to scale their biz, but also something else that is so necessary to thrive… and that is mindfulness and tips on how to avoid burnout.
Laura Symons has been mentoring hairstylists for 3 years, in different capacities. Over the last 18 months she has taken her business online and has hosted multiple group coaching programs, as well masterminds. Inspiring hairstylists to chase their dreams by growing in their self confidence first, and then she helps her students to break down old pardigms and beliefs with clear goals to help you thrive.
How to avoid burn out as a hairdresser
Hairdressers are infamous for over committing, over working & over obligating themselves. Would you like to learn how to avoid burnout? Or perhaps you feel like you need to say “yes” all the time and then end up regretting it.Â
We discuss burnout and how to avoid feeling frustrated about having to turn up all the time. It's important to be clear on boundaries in both your personal and professional life. This is where non-negotiables come up for us hairdressers that are people pleasers. We need to set up structure that is workable.
Do you want longevity in the hair industry? If your answer is a firm”yes”, you must consider your mindset and goals for where you are in your career. These need to be fine tuned and check from time to time.Â
You can be a sprinter or a marathon runner, but you cannot be a sprinter through the marathon. If this resonates for you… keep reading hair lovers, freelancers, biz owners, new emerging talent and experienced salon owners. Boundaries + goal setting is something we must revisit and adjust continuously throughout our careers if we want succes in abundance.
key points discussed in this interview we want you to consider
- Non negotiables (what are they for you and how to set clear boundaries)
- Time alone – do you prioritise yourself and your needs?
- JournallingÂ
- How do you fill your cup up when not in the salon?Â
- How much time dedicated to education outside the salon?
- What you are open to doing in the salon? (hours, tasks, goals, targets, techniques)
- What does success look like for you? What is your version of this? We chat about how it's great to work backwards from your goals and share tips for how to get help along the way.
This week's episode includes an incredible podcast freebie. Keep scrolling down the page to download (for free!!) and ebook created by Laura for our listeners – How to Thrive as a Hair Stylist.
Links and resources
This links to laura's instagram
link to my insta @colourkristina
NEW!! @colourkristinatalkspodcast
link to laura's facebook group for elevated creatives and hairdressers
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