Grooming Unleashed Ryan Alvarez

**First off, I would like to personally apologize for the sound quality on MY END - I don't normally do video interviews, but when a production director with talents like Anthony Vargas want to do a video interview, it is hard to decline. However, with that being said, if you can look (hear) past the sound issues on my end, this is a great episode with lots of golden nuggets sprinkled throughout. **

Anthony "Tone" Vargas & Nina Anderson have really cooked up something special with their grooming education platform GROOMHAUS, even winning a Barkleigh Award in September of 2021 and being nominated for another. But, the term platform is used pretty loosely in social media circles, but what they have been working on is truly just that - Groomhaus 2.0.- Think Myspace for groomers - but cooler. They are in beta testing now. 

They have a webinar coming out with the always sweet, talented, and energetic Jess Adorno on March 21st titled "Shear Confidence" - more details at: thegroomhaus.com Find them on most social platforms at GroomHaus, but most popular right now is probabl Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/groomhaus/?hl=en

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Here are their inspirational role models:

NINA: Chris Do (I happen to follow him, also, every day is a nice little 5 minute juggernaut of a video)                                https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-b3c7kxa5vU-bnmaROgvog

ANTHONY: Gary Vaynerchuk (Gary V is someone I told my audience at my seminar in 2020 to start following) - WARNING - Gary V has NO STOP SIGN, which means if you subscribe to him on all platforms, you will get BOMBARDED with stuff - all relative & free, but he puts out a LOT of content - I follow him on Instagram exclusively & also listen to his podcast. ANOTHER WARNING - If you are offended by curse words, don't follow him. He curses - a lot - and he is not offended that he offends you. https://www.instagram.com/garyvee/?hl=en

Favorite Movies Discussed:

RUDY: True story with amazing heart and grit about never giving up your childhood dream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=firK4y-3bKw

COACH CARTER: Another true story about a basketball coach who believed in academics over sports (oh, and there's a young Channing Tatum, ladies) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_GleoanbPE&t=7s

GLADIATOR: Yes, ANOTHER true story, but this one isn't just action packed - it's a true romance story about a leader who will do whatever it takes to avenge his family's murder. A fantastic soundtrack, as well, especially after you have watched it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owK1qxDselE

BRAVEHEART: See Gladiator - Same concept, but more romantic and in two totally different eras. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NJO0jxBtMo


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In Episode 2 of Season 2, I wanted to dive a bit more into what I feel are some mistakes that can be corrected with a little bit of investing, study, and self-reflection. 

No, I am NOT a groomer. However, I have been in a relationship with one for almost 10 years now (Happily married for 7+ of those years) and I have seen the ups and downs throughout those years of her stress, rewarding moments, and those moments where even she wanted to throw in the puppy towel. Although my wife does NOT work with corporate anymore (see Mistake #3), she still deals with other types of stress day in and day out, ESPECIALLY being a shop owner that still grooms every day. 

I look forward to seeing your comments. What you agree with, what you disagree with, and mistakes I definitely missed on this top 5 list. Again, this is just my opinion being around the shop on a weekly basis and living with someone every day that has (or is going through) these issues. 

I appreciate your support and remember, if you're looking for some excellent tools (See mistake #1), please use code UNLEASHED to save 10% with our sponsor, LOYALTY PET PRODUCTS (Go to the subscription page to see how you can save 15% on every item, every day! 



-Ryan Alvarez 


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Enjoy this episode with Natalie Ciesla as she describes how she started in Petsmart in 2017, owns her own grooming shop now that she opened in late 2020, had a viral TikTok video that put her on the map on that platform, and how her life is about to get a little more complicated (and sweeter). 



You can find Natalie on social media:

Instagram: @natalie.ciesla

TikTok: @natalie.ciesla

Instagram (Salon): @thegroomeryandco




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Listen as Todd Shelly discusses the hard work that goes into the planning of trade shows, how the future may change due to COVID, and how YOU can give suggestions on how to make the experience even better. 

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This down-to-earth conversation is full of some useful information, light-hearted banter, and thoughts on how the industry can maybe change for the better here in America. Colin Taylor started grooming in an academy when he was only 16 years old and was whisked away to groom in Hong Kong just one year later. To check out Colin's bio is, well, like a movie. 

He has traveled the world as a speaker, groomer, and judge. He runs and operates Colin Taylor Grooming Acadamy, has been the inventor of multiple items (including the new Bowie comb), is a judge on the hit show Pooch Perfect, has served years on both Groom Team USA and Groom Team Scotland, and has won countless grooming prestigious awards. 

Enjoy this terrific episode with one of the industry's top male groomers in its rich history, Colin Taylor. 

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Allison Brooks hasn't "done it all". 

In fact, Allison Brooks has barely been able to legally drink alcohol. Barely 22 years of age, she is working her tail off night and day to make a name for herself in the industry. Within the past 18 months, Allison has graduated from the grooming academy, ventured into her own grooming business, collected almost 5,000 Instagram followers, started her own Youtube channel, placed on a competitive grooming team called "The Loyalty Squad", and won 2nd place in the aptly named "Future of the Industry" behind her Loyalty Squad teammate Emily Landers. 

The future is bright with this one. Just don't tell her she can't do something because she will find a way... Enjoy the episode! 

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