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Word by Gordon Miller. Each episode begins with a word — but it never ends there. Gordon explores the ideas, language, and narratives shaping the professional salon industry. Because, simply put, the words we choose… shape everything we do.

  1. 12/17/2025

    135. The Final SBM Episode

    This week marks the end of one pod and the birth of another! Thanks to all who have listened in for 135 episodes of this title -and be sure to come back January 7th for Episode 1 of my all-new BUZZ by Gordon podcast. In the meantime, hit play for my year-end talk about data-driven insights and business trends relative to salons. Wishing all a wonderful holiday season and an amazing start to another new year!! -gordon :-)

    25 min

  2. 12/03/2025

    ENCORE: "It's the Economy Stupid"

    A quick episode offering some context on the uncertain times we find ourselves in. Reading the consumer press, it's hard not to be concerned about the direction of our larger US economy. And although we are not (yet) officially in a recession, being aware so that we can best react (proactively, ideally) and plan is the best place for most of us to start. *Note: this episode was published originally as #112

    19 min

  3. 11/26/2025

    ENCORE: "Whatever the question is, the answer is education!" - Antony Whitaker

    I'm excited to welcome back @growmysalonbusiness founder Antony Whitaker to discuss the state of the industry during what I consider to be 'fuzzy' economic times, the importance(and power)of investing in yourself to solve business and career challenges, and much more (all related to the business side of creating long-term success). Note: Be sure to check out one of my favorite industry podcasts: Grow My Salon Business, hosted by Antony Whitaker. *Note: this episode was published originally as #109

    53 min

  4. 11/12/2025

    134. Text Messages to Myself: 2025 Lessons Learned

    As 2025 begins to quickly wind down, i take a look at texts i've sent myself over the last month or so - all connected to what i view as important ideas and trends that impact us all. Note to my regular listeners: 2026 is bringing changes to this podcast—a new name, direction, and focus. Stay tuned for more on that!

    23 min

  5. 11/05/2025

    133. Getting Serious about Business (and Your Life) with Neill's Debra Neill

    Debra Neill Baker is CEO of the Neill Education company, an iconic organization with an 80-year history of innovating in the categories of distribution, salons, schools, manufacturers, salon software & events. We talk about the power of curation when connected to vision and values - as part of a deep conversation about Serious Business 2026.

    49 min

  6. 10/29/2025

    132. Salon Tech Talks, Pt 12: Salon Tech Thought Leader Paul Tate

    In the final episode of my series on salon tech, Paul Tate, a leading figure in pro salon tech, digs into the value of data to brands, salons, and pros. Paul shares a sampling of findings from the KIM report, an industrywide project spearheaded by Salon Interactive. The KIM report partners with POS, booking and payment processing platforms to aggregate data to provide meaningful “Key Industry Metrics” to help our larger industry understand the challenges and opportunities ahead of us all.

    42 min

  7. 10/22/2025

    131. Bad Coaches Are Back?? Oh f.... yes they are!

    When “certain coaches/podcasters" call brands "parasites", I have to fire back with truth and experience based logic. In this episode, I break down the danger of 'BS', share why affiliate links aren’t the future, how real profit are only enhanced by smart retail, and why partnership—not paranoia—built careers and salons. My take: this is a must-listen reality check for pro, businesses, and brands who care about the industry.

    43 min

  8. 10/15/2025

    130. Salon Tech Talks, Pt 11: Gordon's Take

    This week, Gordon's goes solo with his take on highlights from our last 10 episodes featuring leaders in the salon tech space, as well as sharing his thoughts on how tech is re-shaping the salon — and what comes next.

    32 min
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Word by Gordon Miller. Each episode begins with a word — but it never ends there. Gordon explores the ideas, language, and narratives shaping the professional salon industry. Because, simply put, the words we choose… shape everything we do.

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  • Creator
    Gordon Miller
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    172
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