Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST

Joseph Marmolejo
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Salon Success Academy offers beauty career training in Cosmetology, Esthetician, Barbering, Manicuring/Nail Care and Make-Up Designory/ MUD Makeup. Since our beauty schools are nationally accredited, we are able to offer financial aid options to those who qualify. You can choose from day or evening classes at one of our six beauty school locations in the Inland Empire. We created this podcast with the goal of linking our community to key influencers, brands and educators within the beauty industry!

Episodes

  1. My Career as A Nail Tech | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #8 - Cheyanne Birchall

    09/21/2022

    My Career as A Nail Tech | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #8 - Cheyanne Birchall

    "People just think you paint nails" - Cheyanne Birchall On this episode of the podcast, we have the remarkable Cheyanne Birchall of Eudaemonia Nail Care! Cheyanne is an Education Ambassador for CND nails, a licensed cosmetologist, and a salon owner from Spark, Nevada. She is an extremely talented nail artist who defies industry stereotypes. Cheyanne uses her skills to give her clients the best experiences imaginable. We had so much fun talking about the state of the nail industry, Amy Winehouse, and how Cheyanne discovered that being a nail tech was the right career for her. Cheyanne is an amazing educator who really cares about teaching the next generation of nail techs. Her journey with CND has taken her around the world and now she is one of CND's strongest educators. In this episode, Cheyanne discusses: - Who are her biggest influences - What she's done to overcome personal and professional obstacles - When she earned a personal mentorship from CND and Beauty Changes Lives - How she uses her cosmetology training and license to propel her career doing nails - Why working for CND as an Education Ambassador means so much to her - How to maintain your mental health in the beauty industry - Her experiences as a professional Nail Tech Learn more about Cheyanne's journey on this episode of Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST! Eudaemonia Nail Care is located in Sparks, Nevada. You can learn more about Cheyanne by following her IG @eudaemonia.nailcare or visiting her website cheyannebirchall.glossgenius.com ❤ To learn more about training for a new beauty career with 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, call 𝟭(𝟴𝟳𝟳)𝟵𝟴𝟳-𝟰𝟮𝟰𝟳 or fill out the form online: www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆: 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 - www.facebook.com/salonsuccess... 𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧 - www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 - www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗡 - www.linkedin.com/school/6871049 𝗧𝗜𝗞𝗧𝗢𝗞 - vm.tiktok.com/tGLReY/

    30 min
  2. Showing up For Yourself | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #7 - Jona Herrera

    08/25/2022

    Showing up For Yourself | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #7 - Jona Herrera

    "Show up for yourself" This episode features holistic esthetician and local business owner Jona Herrera. @Jonathan Herrera is the owner of Leela Skin in Upland, California, and is a graduate of Salon Success Academy's esthetics program. Since graduating, Jona has received multiple scholarships and grants that have helped him start his business courtesy of Beauty Changes Lives. These scholarships are available to students and beauty professionals from across the country. Jona started training for a career in esthetics in the summer of 2021. His energy is infectious and Jona made an impact in the classroom during his time as a student at Salon Success. That impact is still felt now that Jona is an alumnus. In fact, Jona has been volunteering to help our current students with their scholarship applications. "When I decided to show up for myself was when I enrolled here," Jona says. "Applying for the Dermaoligca scholarship was me showing up for myself. Applying for the Worth Up Alliance was me showing up for myself". In this episode, Jona discusses: - His experiences as an esthetician student - How he started his business - What "Showing up for yourself" means to him - Winning the @Dermalogica + @Beauty Changes Lives New Beginnings esthetics scholarship - Being the first recipient of the Worth Up Alliance business grant presented by Ted Gibson and Jason Backe - How students can apply for beauty scholarships Learn more about Jona's journey on this episode of Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST! Leela Skin is located at the Roxie Salon Suites at 141 W. Foothill Blvd., Suite C #8, in Upland, CA. To schedule an appointment, you can reach Jona at (909)-662-5205 or you can follow Jona on his Instagram page, @leelaskinllc ❤ To learn more about training for a new beauty career with 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, call 𝟭(𝟴𝟳𝟳)𝟵𝟴𝟳-𝟰𝟮𝟰𝟳 or fill out the form online: https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆: 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 - https://www.facebook.com/salonsuccess... 𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧 - https://www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 - https://www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗡 - https://www.linkedin.com/school/6871049 𝗧𝗜𝗞𝗧𝗢𝗞 - https://vm.tiktok.com/tGLReY/

    30 min
  3. Becoming a Hollywood Makeup Artist | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #6 - Paul Thompson of MUD

    04/13/2022

    Becoming a Hollywood Makeup Artist | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #6 - Paul Thompson of MUD

    We want to thank Paul Thompson for being our latest guest on the podcast! Paul is the Director of Education for Make-up Designory. He has been working as a professional makeup artist since the 80s and developed a strong reputation as an on-set makeup artist. He has developed MUD's world-renowned teaching methodologies and authored the first edition of MUD’s character textbook "Character Make-Up" and co-wrote the second edition with Gil Romero. Paul is committed to students' success and strives to ensure that MUD facilitates exceptional learning environments at its two flagship campuses in New York and Burbank and at its MUD Studio partner schools. Paul prides himself in developing the MUD into one of the most prominent makeup education brands in the world. Paul regularly visits Salon Success Academy to personally train our educators to become certified to teach the 80-hour Beauty Essentials course. His enthusiasm and commitment to his craft are infectious and our school truly values his dedication. Learn all about Paul's journey as a makeup artist and educator on this episode of Salon Success Academy: The Podcast! To learn more about training for a new beauty career with 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, call 𝟭(𝟴𝟳𝟳)𝟵𝟴𝟳-𝟰𝟮𝟰𝟳 or fill out the form online: https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆: 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 - https://www.facebook.com/salonsuccess... 𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧 - https://www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 - https://www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗡 - https://www.linkedin.com/school/6871049 𝗧𝗜𝗞𝗧𝗢𝗞 - https://vm.tiktok.com/tGLReY/

    25 min
  4. From Corporate to Cutting | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #5 - Thomas "LECHE" Navarro

    02/03/2022

    From Corporate to Cutting | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #5 - Thomas "LECHE" Navarro

    "How are you going to inspire yourself?" This episode's podcast features the incredible Thomas "LECHE" Navarro. Leche is the owner of Downtown Leche (DTLE) in Los Angeles. He has been a licensed cosmetologist for nearly a decade, and he specializes in short hair haircutting. Leche is a global educator for many prominent brands and has established partnerships with industry leaders including Hattori Hanzo, Get Squire, Classic Barber Products, Barber Supply 652, Illusion, and Elevation H. As talented as a hairstylist as Leche is, he is an even better human. He dedicates his time inspiring the next generation of beauty professionals, gives back to his community, and has a passion for making others feel valued. Leche is one of a kind. He has performed multiple haircutting demos at Salon Success Academy, and our students love whenever he comes in to visit. Give this episode a listen so you can learn all about Leche's story for yourself! You can follow Leche on his Instagram page, @hey.leche ✂️ To learn more about training for a new beauty career with Salon Success Academy, call 1-877-987-4247 or fill out the form online: www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about Salon Success Academy: Facebook - www.facebook.com/salonsuccessacademy Twitter - twitter.com/salonsuccess Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/school/6871049

    28 min
  5. Lash Extensions Training | Salon Success Special

    11/17/2020

    Lash Extensions Training | Salon Success Special

    Megan sits down with Annie and Lyna of 𝐌𝐉 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 to discuss Salon Success Academy's newest 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞. We will be partnering with Annie and Lyna to offer our students and graduates an opportunity to become a certified Lash Artist ⁣:) ⁣ To find out more information about how you can take part in this training opportunity, contact your campus director or send us a direct message ✅⁣ To learn more about training for a new beauty career with 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, call 𝟭(𝟴𝟳𝟳)𝟵𝟴𝟳-𝟰𝟮𝟰𝟳 or fill out the form online: https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/

    5 min
  6. Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST

    09/17/2020

    Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST

    Join the team at Salon Success Academy as Jeff and Joe interview recent graduates, staff, brand representatives, industry professionals, and more on our podcast. Hear their success stories and find out how they took their careers to the next level. Learn tips and tricks and get the inside scoop on how you can launch a successful beauty career too! We have many great interviews lined up! Make sure you listen on Sound Cloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Google Podcasts, or your favorite audio platform or watch our newest episodes on IGTV and YouTube. To learn more about training for a new beauty career with Salon Success Academy, call 𝟏-𝟖𝟕𝟕-𝟗𝟖𝟕-𝟒𝟐𝟒𝟕 or fill out the form online: https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/p... For more beauty tips and info about Salon Success Academy: ⁣ 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 - https://www.facebook.com/salonsuccess... 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 - https://www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ ⁣ 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 - https://www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ ⁣ 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 - https://www.linkedin.com/school/6871049⁣ ⁣

    1 min
  7. Founder's Cosmetology Scholarship | Salon Success Special

    07/31/2020

    Founder's Cosmetology Scholarship | Salon Success Special

    In honor of our 60th anniversary, Salon Success Academy will be giving away 60 Cosmetology scholarships. If you are a current Cosmetology student or have been thinking about becoming one, now is the time to pursue your dream to become a professional cosmetologist and take advantage of this unique opportunity. You could qualify for a $1000 tuition reduction or MUD Beauty Essentials training and supplies, also valued at $1000—or both! You’ve got passion and potential. So did our founder, Richard Gross. “In honor of our grandfather, we really wanted to do something for the 60th anniversary,” says Jeff. “We were going to do a special graduation party, inviting former students from over the years but because of social distancing, we can’t. We can’t throw the party we dreamed of, but the scholarships are one way to celebrate and also a way to honor a really great guy. I think he’d be so proud to see where his dream has led.” If you have any questions please feel free to leave it in the comment section! To learn more about how you might qualify for our celebratory scholarships, call 1-877-987-4247, and visit our https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/founders-cosmetology-scholarships/ now! For more beauty tips and info about Salon Success Academy: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/salonsuccessacademy Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/school/6871049

    2 min
  8. Our In-House Beauty Expert | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #4 - Brandy Hamilton

    07/20/2020

    Our In-House Beauty Expert | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #4 - Brandy Hamilton

    Ms. Brandy is the Director of campus affairs at Salon Success Academy. She has been in the beauty industry since 2006 and has been an educator at Salon Success since 2012. Brandy has been a cosmetology instructor, a campus director, and now is the Director of campus affairs. She works tirelessly to ensure that each campus is running as smoothly as possible. Brandy loves motivating her students to be their very best, and she pushes them to express their creativity. Give this episode a listen so that you can here all about Brandy's story firsthand! You can follow Brandy on her Instagram page, @beautybybrandy 💄✂️ To learn more about training for a new beauty career with Salon Success Academy, call 1-877-987-4247 or fill out the form online: www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about Salon Success Academy: Facebook - www.facebook.com/salonsuccessacademy Twitter - twitter.com/salonsuccess Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/school/6871049

    28 min
  9. British Invasion | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #3 - Cole Thompson

    07/11/2020

    British Invasion | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #3 - Cole Thompson

    "Just make sure you understand there's a process, and the more you commit to it, the better your journey will be." In this episode of the Salon Success Academy Podcast, Joe and Jeff interview Cole Thompson! Cole is a globally recognized hairstylist and the founder of Elevation H. Cole shares his inspiring story starting from humble beginnings to becoming the youngest creative director in the history of Vidal Sassoon. Cole offers valuable insights for aspiring hairstylists and shares how to establish yourself in the beauty industry. He also underscores the importance of persistence and how consistently reinventing yourself can lead to success. With over two decades of experience working in the beauty industry, Cole has gained a unique perspective on cosmetology and success. Tune in to learn more. About the Guest: Cole Thompson is the founder of Elevation H and a globally recognized hairstylist. Cole Thompson is originally from Manchester, England, and has been active in the hair industry since 2000. As the youngest creative director in the history of Vidal Sassoon, Cole was able to come to America to teach a generation of hairstylists. Cole founded Elevation H in 2015 and has been working with Salon Success to deliver the best hair education possible. He travels around the world, providing top-notch education to students and professionals the globe. Cole's passion for educating is evident in his work as he continues to help others strive for excellence in all areas of the industry. You can follow Cole on his Instagram page: @_cole_thompson or @elevationh. Learn more about Cole or Elevation H at visit www.elevationh.com To learn more about training for a new beauty career with Salon Success Academy, call 1-877-987-4247 or fill out the form online: www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about Salon Success Academy: Facebook www.facebook.com/salonsuccess... Twitter twitter.com/salonsuccess Pinterest www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ Instagram www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/school/6871049

    29 min
  10. Our New Advance Aesthetics Studies Course | Salon Success Special

    06/05/2020

    Our New Advance Aesthetics Studies Course | Salon Success Special

    In our very first Salon Success Special report, Ms. Megan and Ms. Brandy chat with Dr. Kathy Anderson about Salon Success Academy's newest Advance Esthetics course entitled “A Look Beyond the Skin’s Surface”. Dr. Anderson has partnered with Salon Success to create a new online class for our esthetician students. Together we are building a foundation for our students to learn all about what the role of a Medical Esthetician is in a Med Spa environment. According to Dr. Anderson, "A Look Beyond the Skin’s Surface" is a course designed for estheticians to gain valuable knowledge in the pertinent aspects of medical aesthetics. We will provide an advantage for the modern skincare specialist with the combination of an overview of the science of beauty, along with comprehensive insights into a medical aesthetics office. Covered topics will include: - Causes of aging - Anti-aging by healthier living - The right supplements - Introduction to Botulin toxins (“Botox”) and fillers (including Platelet Rich Plasma or PRP) - IPL and lasers for treatment of skin, excess fat, and other areas - How to give a successful consultation If you have any questions please feel free to leave it in the comment section! To learn more about training for a new beauty career with Salon Success Academy, call 1-877-987-4247 or fill out the form online: https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about Salon Success Academy: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/salonsuccessacademy Twitter https://twitter.com/salonsuccess Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/school/6871049

    12 min
  11. Finding Your Niche in The Beauty Industry | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #2 - Brock Goldberg

    02/11/2020

    Finding Your Niche in The Beauty Industry | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST #2 - Brock Goldberg

    Jeff and Joe sit down with Brock Goldberg of Ergo Styling Tools as he visits the cosmetology students at Salon Success Academy. Brock is a world-class educator and traveled the hair show circuit doing platform work, presented in-salon educational programs throughout America and is now contributing his own insights into the curriculums for ERGO. Brock is passionate about life and has an amazing story to tell! You can follow Brock on his Instagram page: @brockismystory. Make sure to give his podcast, "Back to Your Story" a listen on platforms such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts! To find out more information about Ergo Styling Tools, visit askergo.com To learn more about training for a new beauty career with Salon Success Academy, call 1-877-987-4247 or fill out the form online: www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about Salon Success Academy: Facebook www.facebook.com/salonsuccess... Twitter twitter.com/salonsuccess Pinterest www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ Instagram www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/school/6871049

    30 min
  12. Continuing the Marathon | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST Ep #1 - James Hunter

    01/30/2020

    Continuing the Marathon | Salon Success Academy: The PODCAST Ep #1 - James Hunter

    Here’s our very first podcast! We want to thank James Hunter ( @pabl0_escafly1 + @thegentlemenstouchbarbershop ) for letting us visit his shop to interview him. James graduated from the barbering program at our Upland campus. Since passing state board, James has started his barbering franchise and is cementing his place in the industry. He is looking to open a beauty supply chain and to cut hair on set for Netflix productions. We sat down for an hour with James and we really got to understand his journey. The Gentlemen's Touch is located at 1140 Beaumont Ave suite B in Beaumont, CA. You can make an appointment by calling (310) 499-6636. To learn more about training for a new beauty career with Salon Success Academy, call 1-877-987-4247 or fill out the form online: https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ For more beauty tips and info about Salon Success Academy: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/salonsuccess... Twitter https://twitter.com/salonsuccess Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/salonsuccess/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/salonsuccess/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/school/6871049

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Salon Success Academy offers beauty career training in Cosmetology, Esthetician, Barbering, Manicuring/Nail Care and Make-Up Designory/ MUD Makeup. Since our beauty schools are nationally accredited, we are able to offer financial aid options to those who qualify. You can choose from day or evening classes at one of our six beauty school locations in the Inland Empire. We created this podcast with the goal of linking our community to key influencers, brands and educators within the beauty industry!

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