The Hair Game

Salon Republic
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  • Fashion & Beauty
  • Updated Biweekly

The Hair Game is a series brought to you by Salon Republic and hosted by founder Eric Taylor, who, after 25 yrs in the hair game, has seen a lot of s#!@ go down. We go deep with the beauty industry's most interesting players, we educate and tell stories about the things you care about, and we get into the business side of the game so you can earn more and keep more. Also check out the video content on salonrepublic.com/thehairgame.

  1. 12h ago

    HIGHLIGHTS • Why Personal Development Matters More Than Hair Skills w/ Reagan Kaalekahi

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Educator, stylist, and founder of DAP, Reagan Kaalekahi @longhairswagg, joins us on the podcast to share his journey from cutting hair in a garage as a young barber to becoming a respected educator in the beauty industry. Reagan dives into the power of in-person marketing, building authentic relationships, personal development, and the mindset shifts that help hairstylists create long-term success behind the chair. This Week's Topics: •  Reagan's journey from barbering to education •  Effective in-person marketing and client acquisition strategies •  Developing sales and communication skills behind the chair •  The DAP Framework: Development, Artistry & Performance •  Education opportunities for beauty school students and professionals •  Pricing strategies and understanding your value •  Managing rising product costs in today's industry •  Social media trends and changing client behavior   •  Personal development, mindset, and long-term career growth •  Lessons learned from hair horror stories and real-world experiences Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist. Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Here's what you do: - Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'  - Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)!  - Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor   FOLLOW REAGAN: @longhairswagg DAP Skool: https://www.skool.com/dap-7685/about?ref=5c64dbe9469b4f99bb7463819f06eb78 High Impact Blonding | Cutting Made Simple: https://swagghousesalon.co/pages/high-impact-blonding-and-cutting-made-simple?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleASgOYtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacQABKKbkCziYSOcC0v4_uWG0JE-gP9pg4NgSCJpknu8Upum_dFy3sPvLLMTQ_aem_X4BPDwngcfYlsAiI4a4Ntw

    9 min
  2. Ep. 442 • Why Personal Development Matters More Than Hair Skills w/ Reagan Kaalekahi

    2d ago

    Ep. 442 • Why Personal Development Matters More Than Hair Skills w/ Reagan Kaalekahi

    Educator, stylist, and founder of DAP, Reagan Kaalekahi @longhairswagg, joins us on the podcast to share his journey from cutting hair in a garage as a young barber to becoming a respected educator in the beauty industry. Reagan dives into the power of in-person marketing, building authentic relationships, personal development, and the mindset shifts that help hairstylists create long-term success behind the chair. This Week's Topics: •  Reagan's journey from barbering to education •  Effective in-person marketing and client acquisition strategies •  Developing sales and communication skills behind the chair •  The DAP Framework: Development, Artistry & Performance •  Education opportunities for beauty school students and professionals •  Pricing strategies and understanding your value •  Managing rising product costs in today's industry •  Social media trends and changing client behavior   •  Personal development, mindset, and long-term career growth •  Lessons learned from hair horror stories and real-world experiences Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist. Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Here's what you do: - Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'  - Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)!  - Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor   FOLLOW REAGAN: @longhairswagg DAP Skool: https://www.skool.com/dap-7685/about?ref=5c64dbe9469b4f99bb7463819f06eb78 High Impact Blonding | Cutting Made Simple: https://swagghousesalon.co/pages/high-impact-blonding-and-cutting-made-simple?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleASgOYtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacQABKKbkCziYSOcC0v4_uWG0JE-gP9pg4NgSCJpknu8Upum_dFy3sPvLLMTQ_aem_X4BPDwngcfYlsAiI4a4Ntw

    49 min
  3. Ep. 441 • Live at Revindiecon: Q&A w/ Adrienne Dara

    Jun 8

    Ep. 441 • Live at Revindiecon: Q&A w/ Adrienne Dara

    Global artistic ambassador and educator @adriennedara joined us on stage live at the Revindiecon convention to discuss her unconventional path from fashion to hair, her approach to education, formulation, confidence, and business strategies for hairstylists. Discover practical tips on social media, pricing, policies, and building authentic client relationships. This Week's Topics: • Adrienne's path into the Hair Industry • The Role of Mentorship in Career Development • Transitioning to Education: A New Focus • Understanding Formulation and Color Theory • Building Confidence in Hairdressing   • Navigating Business Challenges in the Salon Industry   • Navigating Policies and Pricing in a Post-COVID World   • The Relevance of Business Cards in Modern Marketing   • Building Authentic Connections with Clients   • Adapting to Changes in the Hair Industry   Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist. Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Here's what you do: - Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'  - Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)!  - Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor

    51 min

  4. Jun 8

    HIGHLIGHTS • Live at Revindiecon: Q&A w/ Adrienne Dara

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. Global artistic ambassador and educator @adriennedara joined us on stage live at the Revindiecon convention to discuss her unconventional path from fashion to hair, her approach to education, formulation, confidence, and business strategies for hairstylists. Discover practical tips on social media, pricing, policies, and building authentic client relationships. This Week's Topics: • Adrienne's path into the Hair Industry • The Role of Mentorship in Career Development • Transitioning to Education: A New Focus • Understanding Formulation and Color Theory • Building Confidence in Hairdressing   • Navigating Business Challenges in the Salon Industry   • Navigating Policies and Pricing in a Post-COVID World   • The Relevance of Business Cards in Modern Marketing   • Building Authentic Connections with Clients   • Adapting to Changes in the Hair Industry   Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist. Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Here's what you do: - Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'  - Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)!  - Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor

    11 min
  5. Ep. 440 • How Early Career Choices Brought New Opportunities w/ Anna Marti

    May 25

    Ep. 440 • How Early Career Choices Brought New Opportunities w/ Anna Marti

    @annamarti turned from shy high school student to successful Los Angeles hairdresser, makeup artist, and Joico educator. We discuss building a career in beauty, the importance of confidence, continuous learning, and embracing opportunities. This Week's Topics: • Anna's Journey into Beauty and Hairdressing • Observations on Beauty Standards Post-COVID • Building a Clientele Through Personal Approach • The Importance of Expanding Comfort Zones • Navigating Early Career Choices and Opportunities • Continuous Learning in the Beauty Industry • Navigating Burnout and Work-Life Balance • Transitioning Careers and New Opportunities • Launching a Beauty Line During COVID • Becoming a Joico Educator • Inspiring the Next Generation of Stylists Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist. Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Here's what you do: - Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'  - Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)!  - Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance!   FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor

    50 min

  6. May 25

    HIGHLIGHTS • How Early Career Choices Brought New Opportunities w/ Anna Marti

    These are clips highlighting some of the topics discussed in the full episode! Check it out if you want a bite-sized version of the full episode. @annamarti turned from shy high school student to successful Los Angeles hairdresser, makeup artist, and Joico educator. We discuss building a career in beauty, the importance of confidence, continuous learning, and embracing opportunities. This Week's Topics: • Anna's Journey into Beauty and Hairdressing • Observations on Beauty Standards Post-COVID • Building a Clientele Through Personal Approach • The Importance of Expanding Comfort Zones • Navigating Early Career Choices and Opportunities • Continuous Learning in the Beauty Industry • Navigating Burnout and Work-Life Balance • Transitioning Careers and New Opportunities • Launching a Beauty Line During COVID • Becoming a Joico Educator • Inspiring the Next Generation of Stylists Video versions of our episodes are on our YouTube channel for you to watch! Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist. Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes! Here's what you do: - Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews'  - Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)!  - Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US http://www.instagram.com/thehairgamepodcast http://www.instagram.com/salonrepublic http://www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor

    12 min
  7. Ep. 439 • Unlock the Data Behind the Beauty Industry w/Alain Audet

    May 11

    Ep. 439 • Unlock the Data Behind the Beauty Industry w/Alain Audet

    In this episode of the Hair Game Podcast, Alain Audet, shares his extensive journey in the beauty and fashion industry, discussing his experiences in various roles and his current position at Salon Interactive. He elaborates on the importance of the KIM Report, a new initiative aimed at collecting and analyzing industry data to provide valuable insights for beauty professionals. The conversation also touches on the challenges of data collection in a fragmented industry, trends in service pricing, and the significance of understanding average versus median pricing. Alain emphasizes the accessibility of the KIM Report for salon professionals and the potential benefits it offers to the industry. Key Takeaways:  • Alain's introduction into the beauty and fashion industry • How the KIM Report collects vital industry data for better decision-making • Data collection in the beauty industry faces significant challenges • Retail sales in salons have been declining for three consecutive years • Understanding average vs. median pricing is crucial for salons • The evolution of Salon E-Commerce  • How to understand the data behind your salon Video versions of our episodes are also available at:  https://youtu.be/ue8DLBvzDP4 Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!  Here's what you do: Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor

    41 min

  8. May 11

    HIGHLIGHTS • Unlock the Data Behind the Beauty Industry w/Alain Audet

    In this episode of the Hair Game Podcast, Alain Audet, shares his extensive journey in the beauty and fashion industry, discussing his experiences in various roles and his current position at Salon Interactive. He elaborates on the importance of the KIM Report, a new initiative aimed at collecting and analyzing industry data to provide valuable insights for beauty professionals. The conversation also touches on the challenges of data collection in a fragmented industry, trends in service pricing, and the significance of understanding average versus median pricing. Alain emphasizes the accessibility of the KIM Report for salon professionals and the potential benefits it offers to the industry. Key Takeaways:  • Alain's introduction into the beauty and fashion industry • How the KIM Report collects vital industry data for better decision-making • Data collection in the beauty industry faces significant challenges • Retail sales in salons have been declining for three consecutive years • Understanding average vs. median pricing is crucial for salons • The evolution of Salon E-Commerce  • How to understand the data behind your salon Subscribe to our channel The Hair Game on YouTube and check out 'The Hair Game Podcast' playlist Our podcast thrives on the opinions of you, the listener... if you have a moment (and you are an Apple user), please leave us a rating & review on the Apple podcasts app or iTunes!  Here's what you do: Scroll down to 'Ratings & Reviews' Click on the empty purple stars (5 is the best)! Click on 'Write a Review' and let us know what you love most! Each rating & review helps us reach more and more of your fellow hair loves, and our goal is to help as many hairdressers as we can find success. Thanks in advance! FOLLOW US @thehairgamepodcast @salonrepublic @loveerictaylor

    12 min
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The Hair Game is a series brought to you by Salon Republic and hosted by founder Eric Taylor, who, after 25 yrs in the hair game, has seen a lot of s#!@ go down. We go deep with the beauty industry's most interesting players, we educate and tell stories about the things you care about, and we get into the business side of the game so you can earn more and keep more. Also check out the video content on salonrepublic.com/thehairgame.

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  • Creator
    Salon Republic
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    636
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved by Salon Republic LLC
  • Show Website
    The Hair Game

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