Prosper and Profit

Laura O'Hagan

Helping 6+ 7figure Salon + Clinic Owners manage Cashflow, make more money and increase profit without the overwhelm.

  1. 093 - A Boring Salon Business Is a Profitable One: Why Calm Businesses Make More Money

    22H AGO

    093 - A Boring Salon Business Is a Profitable One: Why Calm Businesses Make More Money

    In this episode, we’re talking about why “boring” is actually the goal and how stability, structure and predictability create more freedom than chaos. We’ll talk about: • Why rollercoaster businesses exhaust you • How structure reduces stress • Why boring business = better life From the outside, a salon can look like it’s thriving. But if it feels chaotic, unpredictable and mentally exhausting behind the scenes that’s not success. The goal isn’t constant adrenaline. It’s stability, simplicity and systems. Because when your business is steady your life gets to expand. Tune in now if you’re ready to build a business that supports your life not consumes it. Looking for help to transform your business into the thriving, profitable business you know it could be? Book a Discovery Call with Laura here www.laurajohagan.com/book-call Ready to Prosper and Profit? Let's dive in. Loving the podcast? If this podcast is providing value to you, please leave a 5-star review. Connect with Laura Website: www.laurajohagan.com Email: hello@laurajohagan.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurajohagan

    25 min
  2. 092 - If I Had to Protect My Salon’s Profit This Year, I’d Do These Unsexy Things

    FEB 15

    092 - If I Had to Protect My Salon’s Profit This Year, I’d Do These Unsexy Things

    The industry is evolving. The economy is shifting. And being great at what you do is no longer enough on its own. In this episode we're going to dive into how to thrive in this envirobnment and what I would be focusing on to protect profit in my salon. We'll cover: • Why what got you here won’t take you to the next level • The unsexy habits that protect and grow profit • What I’d focus on right now to strengthen a salon business The common thread for salon owners who are thriving is that profit isn’t built in big, exciting moments. It’s built in disciplined, consistent ones. Tune in now if you’re ready to step up, strip away the noise, and focus on what actually moves the needle. Looking for help to transform your business into the thriving, profitable business you know it could be? Book a Discovery Call with Laura here www.laurajohagan.com/book-call Ready to Prosper and Profit? Let's dive in. Loving the podcast? If this podcast is providing value to you, please leave a 5-star review. Connect with Laura Website: www.laurajohagan.com Email: hello@laurajohagan.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurajohagan

    24 min
  3. 091 - Rapid Fire: Is It Really Worth Starting Profit First When I Am Setting Aside Such A Small Profit Amount?

    FEB 8

    091 - Rapid Fire: Is It Really Worth Starting Profit First When I Am Setting Aside Such A Small Profit Amount?

    This episode answer one common question in 15 minutes or less. Short, sharp, and focused on one thing that can genuinely shift how you think or what you do next. I often hear clients say something along the lines of: “Setting aside 1% or 3% or even 5% profit feels so small. Is it even worth it?” And I completely get that. Because when I first implemented Profit First years ago, I felt exactly the same way. So if you’ve ever felt that way, you’re not wrong for thinking it. But even though the number felt small, something important had already started to shift. This episode unpacks why those “small” percentages matter more than you think. Why setting aside profit, even when it feels insignificant, is the foundation for bigger change. And why this isn’t really about the dollar amount at the start, but about building a system that puts you back in control. Press play for a short, honest conversation that might completely change how you think about profit. Looking for help to transform your business into the thriving, profitable business you know it could be? Book a Discovery Call with Laura here www.laurajohagan.com/book-call Ready to Prosper and Profit? Let's dive in. Loving the podcast? If this podcast is providing value to you, please leave a 5-star review. Connect with Laura Website: www.laurajohagan.com Email: hello@laurajohagan.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurajohagan

    17 min
  4. 090 - 6 Questions Salon Owners Need To Ask Themselves In 2026

    FEB 1

    090 - 6 Questions Salon Owners Need To Ask Themselves In 2026

    If you’ve been wondering where the podcast’s been, this episode starts with a little behind-the-scenes catch-up. Between school holidays, kids at home, and a very full January in the business, the podcast return needed a bit more space than I originally planned. But we’re back. ✨ Kids are back at school, routines have returned, and I’ve got my proper “on the business” days back. And honestly, that feels very good. From beach days, creek swims and local staycations, to a week away on the NSW north coast. That trip was paid for from my profit account, which I’ll be unpacking more in a future episode. What January looked like for us. We welcomed five new clients across hair, beauty, skin and aesthetics, which has been an incredibly strong start to the year and a real reminder of what’s possible when foundations are solid. Which leads perfectly into today’s conversation. As we head into 2026, one thing is clear. This is not a year for sitting on your hands and hoping things improve. We'll talk about: • Why 2026 will be a competitive year for salon owners • The patterns I’m seeing across both established and newer businesses • Why profitability is no longer optional if you want longevity • The mindset shifts required in today’s economic climate • And the six questions salon owners need to ask themselves to stay sustainable, confident and in control This isn’t about fear. It’s about awareness, intention, and making sure your salon is built for the environment we’re actually operating in now. If you want 2026 to feel different, press play and start with these questions. And if you find yourself listening and thinking, “This is exactly what I need to look at this year,” this episode is for you. Looking for help to transform your business into the thriving, profitable business you know it could be? Book a Discovery Call with Laura here www.laurajohagan.com/book-call Ready to Prosper and Profit? Let's dive in. Loving the podcast? If this podcast is providing value to you, please leave a 5-star review. Connect with Laura Website: www.laurajohagan.com Email: hello@laurajohagan.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurajohagan

    33 min
  5. 089 - Wrapping up 2025

    12/21/2025

    089 - Wrapping up 2025

    As this episode drops, I know you’re coming through some absolutely massive weeks in the salon. Whether you’re squeezing in a few more days of work or you’ve already clocked off. I wanted to jump in and say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. ❤️ I hope you get space to rest, recharge, reconnect and just be once the time comes and the chaos settles. This is our final episode for the year, and the podcast will be taking a little Christmas break too. Thank you for listening. Thank you for learning. Thank you for believing your salon deserves more. I'll see you in the new year. Rest up, enjoy the break, and have a beautiful Christmas. 🎄✨ Looking for help to transform your business into the thriving, profitable business you know it could be? Book a Discovery Call with Laura here www.laurajohagan.com/book-call Ready to Prosper and Profit? Let's dive in. Loving the podcast? If this podcast is providing value to you, please leave a 5-star review. Connect with Laura Website: www.laurajohagan.com Email: hello@laurajohagan.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurajohagan

    14 min
  6. 088 - Client Files: "I started having money in the bank and thought it was a problem" with Jools Purchase

    12/14/2025

    088 - Client Files: "I started having money in the bank and thought it was a problem" with Jools Purchase

    In this episode, I am so excited to share this with you because today I’m joined by someone many of you already know and love, the incredible Jools. Jools is a colour specialist, educator for Goldwell Global, long-time salon owner and all-round big personality in the hair industry. She’s travelled the world teaching, she’s juggled more creative projects than most of us could imagine, and yes… she’s also the actual mascot for the Brisbane Broncos. But today’s conversation isn’t about the glossy highlight reel. It’s about the real stuff. The stuff you only talk about once you feel safe enough to say, “I need help.” We'll talk about: • What life in the salon truly looked like before we started working together the, overwhelm, the chasing-your-tail, the feeling of loving the work but dreading the business side. • Why she reached out (“I think my first message literally said: I need help.”) • How years of carrying things alone, including the shame of a painful past business experience, shaped the way she approached her salon • The mindset shifts that changed everything including stepping out of chaos, creating structure, and redefining what “success” needed to look like for her next season of life Jools story is one so many of you will resonate with, especially if you’re amazing at what you do… but secretly avoiding the business decisions that feel too heavy, too confusing, or too overwhelming to face on your own. Her honesty is brave, refreshing, and exactly why I love these Client Files episodes they remind us that behind every thriving salon owner is a human who’s had to do the inner work and the business work. This conversation is warm, real, funny and such a powerful reminder that you can rewrite your story at any stage of your career. Enjoy this one it’s special. Looking for help to transform your business into the thriving, profitable business you know it could be? Book a Discovery Call with Laura here www.laurajohagan.com/book-call Ready to Prosper and Profit? Let's dive in. Loving the podcast? If this podcast is providing value to you, please leave a 5-star review. Connect with Laura Website: www.laurajohagan.com Email: hello@laurajohagan.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurajohagan

    46 min
  7. 087 - How to Reflect on 2025 in the Salon and Reset for 2026

    12/07/2025

    087 - How to Reflect on 2025 in the Salon and Reset for 2026

    In today’s episode, we’re diving into something every salon owner has felt at some point money stress, shame and that sinking feeling of “Why isn’t this working?” We're in full December energy: busy salons, strong cashflow and the beginnings of that end-of-year reflection. Whether you listen now or during your Christmas break, this conversation will land exactly when it needs to. Inside the episode, we talk about: • Why money stress is normal and fixable • What to do if 2025 didn’t go as planned • The difference between structural business issues and personal ones • The patterns I’ve seen from 45+ salon and clinic owners this year from rising costs to seasonal lulls Here’s the reminder every salon owner needs: If you want a different result in 2026, you can’t repeat the same habits and structures from this year. And none of this means you are the problem. You were trained as a technician, not a business owner so of course there are skills no one ever taught you. This episode will help you reflect without blame, reset your thinking and head into 2026 with clarity and confidence. Tune in for a grounded, honest, and empowering wrap-up to your year. Looking for help to transform your business into the thriving, profitable business you know it could be? Book a Discovery Call with Laura here www.laurajohagan.com/book-call Ready to Prosper and Profit? Let's dive in. Loving the podcast? If this podcast is providing value to you, please leave a 5-star review. Connect with Laura Website: www.laurajohagan.com Email: hello@laurajohagan.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurajohagan

    27 min
  8. 086 - ProfitCon Sydney: What I Learned, What Shifted and What’s Coming

    11/30/2025

    086 - ProfitCon Sydney: What I Learned, What Shifted and What’s Coming

    In this episode, I’m sharing a peek into my time at Profit Con, the annual conference for Profit First Professionals, and the in-person planning day Kristen and I added on to evolve and elevate the way we support our clients. We'll talk about: • Why stepping out of your environment gives you the clarity you didn’t know you were missing • The power of investing in planning time (even when it’s not “billable hours”) • What really happens when you make room to work on the business, not just in it • Little personal moments from the trip including a very unexpected hotel upgrade and the reminder that energy really does matter This episode is a mix of business insights, personal reflections and a reminder I think every business owner needs to hear: Clarity doesn’t come from pushing harder it comes from space. Space to zoom out, question things, reset… and come back sharper. If you’ve been feeling like you’re just getting through the week-to-week, this one is going to land in the best way. Tune in now for a chat that feels equal parts honest, expansive and energising. Looking for help to transform your business into the thriving, profitable business you know it could be? Book a Discovery Call with Laura here www.laurajohagan.com/book-call Ready to Prosper and Profit? Let's dive in. Loving the podcast? If this podcast is providing value to you, please leave a 5-star review. Connect with Laura Website: www.laurajohagan.com Email: hello@laurajohagan.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/laurajohagan

    26 min
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Helping 6+ 7figure Salon + Clinic Owners manage Cashflow, make more money and increase profit without the overwhelm.

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  • Creator
    Laura O'Hagan
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    95
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    Prosper and Profit