Thriving Stylist Podcast
354 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 2K ratingsThe beauty industry has changed dramatically in the last 10 years.
The days of hoping your good reputation and referrals was enough to grow or maintain your clientele died out and successful stylists today need a real marketing strategy.
It's actually never been easier to grow a clientele as a hair stylist or a business as a salon owner, yet stylists are giving up or struggling more often than they are thriving in this incredible industry.
When I was first building my clientele, I realized immediately that nobody was teaching true business skills and long term strategies to stylists or salon owners. What good is a license and an entrepreneurial passion without the skills and knowledge to actually make big things happen?
The Thriving Stylist podcast is a collection of interviews from super successful but not yet famous stylists, one-on-one coaching opportunities and actionable, strategic marketing techniques that you can use in your business today to see real results.
I'm Britt Seva, Social Media & Marketing Strategist for Hair Stylists and I look forward to helping you to create a wealthy life as a stylist.
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Episodes
Bootcamp Day 5: Make An Extra $100 In Your Business Today
October 19, 2019 08:30 - 10 minutes - 10.3 MBregister for more at https://brittseva.com/bootcamp
Bootcamp Day 4: The Facebook Post That Works Every Time
October 18, 2019 08:30 - 10 minutes - 11.1 MBregister for more at https://brittseva.com/bootcamp
Bootcamp Day 3: Turn Instagram Followers In To Clients
October 17, 2019 08:30 - 8 minutes - 8.9 MBregister for more at https://brittseva.com/bootcamp
Bootcamp Day 2: Becoming Referral Worth A Hair Stylist
October 16, 2019 08:30 - 8 minutes - 9.07 MBregister for more at https://brittseva.com/bootcamp
Bootcamp Day 1: Give Your Guest The Ultimate Experience And Keep Them Coming Back For More
October 15, 2019 08:30 - 11 minutes - 12 MBregister for more at https://brittseva.com/bootcamp
Free Bonus Bootcamp On The Podcast This Week
October 14, 2019 08:30 - 3 minutes - 4.69 MBregister for more at https://brittseva.com/bootcamp
#096-Recession proofing your business
October 14, 2019 08:30 - 23 minutes - 25.4 MBIf you take a look back at history, a recession happens about every ten years, yet it always causes instant panic and hysteria. I’m here to tell you that it really doesn’t have to be that way for professionals in our industry. Today I am going to show you how to protect and shift your business to keep it thriving - no matter what the market is doing! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single w...
#095-Alternative Payment Methods
October 07, 2019 08:30 - 27 minutes - 26.2 MBWhen you’re a stylist running your own business, there is a lot going on that you need to keep track of. How to collect payments is a question that stylists ask often, so for today’s show I wanted shed some light on this topic. I’ll be looking at alternative payments, traditional payments and the four main options or methods of payment and how to manage them. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a much better understanding of how it all works! If you’re not already following us on Insta...
#094-What busy stylists are up to and how to get yourself busy
September 30, 2019 08:30 - 25 minutes - 24.6 MBAre you a stylist who has to much free time on your hands, and you just aren’t sure how what is the most effective way to use it to build your business? You’re in luck, because today I’m answer this question! Remember, your free time is a golden opportunity to work on getting your business to thrive, so let’s get working on it! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning...
#093-Managing Business When Life Throws You Curve Balls
September 23, 2019 08:30 - 22 minutes - 22.2 MBI am recording this episode right in the middle of my two-week leave of absence from my business, and I wanted to bring you real time advice on the importance of being prepared for crisis in your life. In this episode I am sharing what I did in my business to allow myself to be where I need to be during this major curveball in my life, in the hopes that it can help you too, when needed. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is ...
#092-Growing Your Influence As An Educator
September 16, 2019 08:30 - 20 minutes - 19.6 MBThe last few episodes I’ve shared how you can be a brand educator, as well as my best practices for maximizing your experience to become an independent educator. Today I’m wrapping up this series, and you’re going to learn all about what I think is the biggest thing holding back most educators – how to GROW your influence! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning str...
#091-So you want to become an independent educator
September 09, 2019 08:30 - 26 minutes - 25.8 MBThe landscape of education in our industry has changed dramatically since I started my business, and in this second part of our Educator Series, I want to talk about becoming an independent educator. You’ll not only get the scoop on what it really means to become an independent educator today, but I’ll be sharing my own experiences as one, the best ways to set yourself up for success once you’ve decided to make the leap, how to choose the right brand to represent - plus so much more! If yo...
#090-Maximizing your experience as a brand educator
September 02, 2019 08:30 - 28 minutes - 27.5 MBAs this industry elevates, the opportunities for you and your career are growing fast. Whether you want to be an educator, a service provider, or be in sales, there are so many different paths you can explore. Today in the first of a two-part series where I am going to be diving deep into what all this can mean for you as a stylist in this industry. So, are you ready to see what happens when you maximize your experience as a brand educator? Let’s go! If you’re not already following us on I...
#089-What’s the white space and how to make it
August 26, 2019 08:30 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBIf you’ve been listening to me for some time now, you’ve heard me talk all about the magic of white space. Even if you have no idea what this is, don’t worry! In this episode I’ll be diving deep into the concept of white space, and revealing just why it’s so important for you to create it in your own life. Trust me, it will literally change the direction of your life once you’re able to think with the kind of clarity I discuss today! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethr...
#088-Business copycats & clientele poaching
August 19, 2019 08:30 - 20 minutes - 20.2 MBIf you’ve been in this industry for any amount of time, you probably have experienced a copycat stylist that is looking to sabotage your business. So today I wanted to dedicate an episode to all the hairstylists out there that have ever felt threatened by other stylists, and I’m going to walk you through that fear. Most importantly, I’ll be giving you the strategies for handling the copycats so that you’re prepared for any situation that you will face! If this episode resonated with you, l...
#087-Setting goals & expectations as a salon owner
August 12, 2019 08:30 - 31 minutes - 30.1 MBWhether you’re a salon owner or a stylist, you’re going to find this episode extremely beneficial, because I’ll be breaking down the goals and expectations that should be set for both sides. After listening to what I have to say today you’ll see why there’s often dysfunction between both parties, but there really doesn’t have to be! If this episode resonated with you, let me know. Take a screenshot and tag me, @brittseva, because I’d love to hear your feedback! If you’re not already foll...
#086-So you want to be a salon owner…
August 05, 2019 08:30 - 31 minutes - 30 MBAre you thinking about opening your own salon? Maybe it’s your dream, but you haven’t quite pulled the trigger yet? In today’s episode I’m revealing what it looks like to open your own salon, but full disclaimer: I won’t be talking about the 10 steps to opening your salon. This will be more about opening your mind to the possibilities, and what it would actually look like for you if you do choose to become a salon owner. Most importantly, I want you to do your own research in all the right a...
#085-What I Wish I Knew When I Graduated Cosmetology School
July 29, 2019 08:30 - 31 minutes - 30.4 MBDid you ever wish they told you what would happen after you graduated cosmetology school? Sure you learn a lot while you are there, but trust me, there is so much more to it! Today I am going share the things that I wish I knew when I was going to cosmetology school (and when I finished it!) that would have helped my business to thrive even more quickly. If this episode resonated with you, let me know. Take a screenshot and tag me, @brittseva, because I’d love to hear your feedback! If y...
#084-The truth about non-competes
July 22, 2019 08:30 - 18 minutes - 17.6 MBI recently had a listener of the podcast reach out and ask a burning question about being locked in to a non-compete clause, and what that means for her and her professional career. So I thought today I would dive deep into this topic and give you all the real deal on non-competes, contracts and licenses! If this episode resonated with you, let me know. Take a screenshot and tag me on Instagram, @brittseva, because I’d love to hear your feedback! If you’re not already following us on Ins...
#083-Culture Code: A new look at salon leadership
July 15, 2019 08:30 - 32 minutes - 31.3 MBI’m back today with another really fun book breakdown and review! In this episode I am diving deep into The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups by Daniel Coyle. This book is stellar and I’m not exaggerating when I say it has been a total gamer changer for me. The pressure to be an incredible leader is higher than ever, so you’ll need to show up as a true leader in your business. To help us do that, I’m breaking down the three main points from this book, and I look forward t...
#082-Passion Business vs. Hobby Business – What do you have and what do you want?
July 08, 2019 08:30 - 29 minutes - 28.2 MBAre you working a passion business or a hobby business? How do you even know which one you have? For today’s episode my purpose is to help you acknowledge what you have, what you want, and how to get to there! I’ll be giving you a quiz, along with what to look for to answer these questions. So are you ready to geek out with me on this stuff? Let’s go! If this episode resonated with you, let me know. Take a screenshot and tag me, @brittseva, because I’d love to hear your feedback! If you’...
#081-Productivity, Organization, And Releasing The Guilt with Rachel Perry
July 01, 2019 08:30 - 51 minutes - 48.6 MBToday we’re doing something different on the podcast, and I think you’re going to love it! I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing with you a little behind-the-scenes of a conversation that I had with my amazing friend, Rachel Perry. Rachel is an accountability and goal achievement coach, and we talk all things productivity, mom guilt, overwhelm and more! If this episode resonated with you, let us know. Take a screenshot and tag both us in, @brittseva and @rachelaperry, because we’d love...
#080-The retail sales episode
June 24, 2019 08:30 - 27 minutes - 26.4 MBToday I’m covering one of the most requested topics ever – retail sales! There’s a myth in the industry that retail sales are dead, but let me tell you, that’s just not true. In this episode I’m going to share some facts about retail that will blow you mind, and get you super-amped up about retail, as well as revealing how you can get past the misconceptions holding you back! So, ready to make some extra cash this year? To register now for my Retail Therapy For Hair Stylists course and reg...
#079-The big, fat pricing mistakes stylists are making
June 17, 2019 08:30 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBWe all have to deal with emotional feelings around money that are setting us back in business, whether you realize it or not. Today I am talking about structural shifts around money, and taking you through the 7 top mistakes that stylists and salon owners are making today! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies, testimonials and amazing breakthroughs from...
#078-Social Media Myths and Mistakes
June 10, 2019 08:30 - 22 minutes - 21.6 MBIt blows my mind to hear some of the big myths that exist today with social media, and the mistakes I see entrepreneurs making online because of them. Today I’m going to be sharing the 7 biggest myths and mistakes I see (plus a bonus one or two!), and I’ll explain how you can avoid them in order to use online platforms to build and grow your business. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single ...
#077-Confidence Coach Rachel Luna on Finding Purpose, Overcoming Judgment and Masterminds
June 03, 2019 08:30 - 53 minutes - 49.7 MBIn your professional and personal life, you’ve most likely faced judgment from others. Would you like to be more confident and empowered in these situations? My special guest today is my good friend Rachel Luna, and we go down a lot of rabbit holes in this one! Rachel is a life and confidence coach and she shares her personal journey into coaching, the lessons she’s learned over the years and the many ways she helps other women succeed in business and life! If you’re not already following ...
#076-Building a business fearlessly with Gina Bianca
May 27, 2019 08:30 - 58 minutes - 54.3 MBYou are in for a real treat today, as my guest on the podcast is the one and only Gina Bianca! Gina is the owner of not one, but two salons (at the age of 27!) and she is also an incredibly accomplished stylist herself and educator. Yet she is still so humble, and it’s been a long time since I’ve met someone like Gina who is so aligned with my views on the industry and where it should be heading. I know you’re going to love this conversation with her as much as I did! If you’re in Thrivers...
#075-The four R’s that are holding you back and how to push forward and make progress
May 20, 2019 08:30 - 21 minutes - 20.6 MBHave you ever said, “I just need a break?” If so, what I have to share today can help. I’m talking about the four R’s that you have to push through in order to make progress in your life and business. In this episode I am going to identify how you may be using temporary solutions instead of permanent problems, and uncover how this cycle will continue if you don’t learn to work through what you’re resisting. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you ...
#074-Difficult Conversations and Verbiage For Challenging Clients
May 13, 2019 08:30 - 34 minutes - 32.7 MBToday I’m tackling a topic you’ve been asking me to talk about for a long time now. Having tough conversations with clients can be very difficult, not to mention awkward. In this episode I’ll be providing you with not only the tools you’ll need, but the exact wording I would use to handle four common situations that hair stylists will face! Have a question that you’d like answered? Tag me, @brittseva, on your Instagram Stories and I’ll do my very best to get you the answers you are looking...
#073-Powerful Presentations As An Educator Or Salon Owner with Colin Boyd
May 06, 2019 08:30 - 32 minutes - 30.7 MBToday’s special episode features my good friend Colin Boyd. Colin is part of the same mastermind group that I’m in, and he’s been incredibly influential in the way that I educate and teach all of my information. In fact, I consider Colin to be one of my secret weapons! In this episode you’ll hear him talk about how to be a more effective salon leader and educator, as well as the ways that you can spread your big powerful message to others. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, ...
#072-The One Thing. How to Know What To Work On To Achieve Your Goals
April 29, 2019 08:30 - 27 minutes - 26.4 MBI have a confession…I’m a book-reading addict, and in this episode I’m going to do something a bit different around this fact. Recently I read a book that had a profound impact on me called The One Thing, by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan, and today I’m going to break it down for you. You’ll hear me highlight the key points and what I took from the book, and if you enjoy me doing this type of episode and want to hear more like it, please let me know, share it and add it to your Instagram Storie...
#071-Commission Salon Success Strategies
April 22, 2019 08:30 - 36 minutes - 34.6 MBThere are a lot of misconceptions about the two different models of commission-based stylist and booth rental stylist, and today I am going to help you decide which one is better for YOU. As you’ll hear, it really all comes back to what you want and what are your ultimate goals in this industry. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies, testimonials and ama...
#070-Finding your what’s next and mastering live video marketing with Tiffany Lee Bymaster
April 15, 2019 08:30 - 45 minutes - 42.9 MBI am SO excited to be bringing this episode to you! Our special guest is my good friend Tiffany Lee Bymaster (AKA Coach Glitter), a former makeup artist and personal stylist turned high-end branding and video marketing coach. In this episode Tiffany talks about her journey transitioning to an educator, how we can all use online video to enhance our brand, and her top secrets for leveling up our businesses. Be sure to stick around until the end of the episode too, as Tiffany has some awesom...
#069-Be.Do.Have. The key to getting everything you want out of this industry and living up to your full potential
April 08, 2019 08:30 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBAre we approaching our goals from the wrong angle? What If I told you there is a powerful approach that you can take that will get you well on your way to achieving your goals, starting today? In this episode I am going to talk about “Be. Do. Have,” and you’ll hear why it is truly the secret of getting everything you want out of this industry! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, al...
Bonus Episode: The Hair Stylists Marketing Funnel & Hourglass
April 02, 2019 15:16 - 12 minutes - 12.7 MBI have a very special bonus episode for you today where I’m sharing more about The Hair Stylists Marketing Funnel & Hourglass, and if you’ve been hanging out with me for awhile now, you’ll know exactly what I mean! If you new to the podcast though, I’m about to blow your mind with what I have to tell you today, so stay tuned! Want more clients, more income and more organization? It’s that time of year again! The Business Building Bootcamp For Hair Stylists starts next week and runs from Ap...
#068-How to leave your salon in the most successful way
April 01, 2019 08:30 - 23 minutes - 22.3 MBToday I’m wrapping up our 4-part series on making the move, by sharing how to transition out of your current salon in the most graceful and successful way possible. Even though you may be looking forward to the next step in your journey, not everyone is going to be doing the same. Navigating that awkward period before you actually leave, retaining your guests and not burning bridges in the process is something that needs to be talked about. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, ...
#067-Salon interviews 101: What every stylist and salon owner needs to know
March 25, 2019 08:30 - 35 minutes - 33.8 MBI’m really excited to be talking about salon interviews in this episode, because they are so important for both the stylist and the salon owner. That is why I’ll be sharing my thoughts from the perspective of both parties, so whether you are looking to join a team or grow one of your own, you’ll know what to be looking for in the interview process. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single wee...
#066-How to know if it’s time to leave your salon
March 18, 2019 08:30 - 23 minutes - 22.7 MBHow do you know when it’s time to leave your salon? This can be a tough question to answer, but we’re going there today as we are continue our series on this topic! Get ready, because I am going to go through some “check yourself before you wreck yourself” moments, and then give you some key indicators of when (and why) it just might be time for you to leave your salon. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro...
#065- What today's top stylists are looking for in a salon
March 11, 2019 08:30 - 27 minutes - 26.7 MBHappy salon owners equal happy stylists! In this episode we are going to go through a checklist of what stylists should be looking for, and what salon owners should be striving to achieve, so that everyone involved is successful. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies, testimonials and amazing breakthroughs from my audience. You’re not going to want to mi...
#064-Salon Photography Mastery with Morgan Kennedy
March 04, 2019 09:30 - 59 minutes - 55.6 MBIn this very special episode I’m interviewing my go-to photographer, Morgan Kennedy. As you’ll hear, not only is she amazing, but she doesn’t hold anything back! Today Morgan shares her social media photography tips that can be applied by hairstylists just using our smartphones, what to do if we’re looking to bring a professional photographer into our business, how to style ourselves if we’re setting up photo shoots (FYI – everybody should be!), tips for posing our clients, and so much more....
#063-High Performance Habits, Outlooks & Tendencies
February 25, 2019 09:30 - 28 minutes - 27.1 MBIn order to become a high performer, you must choose to do the hard work, to go the extra mile, and do to the things no one else wants to do so you can have the life you want. In this episode I am going to talk about the habits of the high performers I surround myself with, and the lessons we can all learn from them. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies...
#062-The Choices That Make Or Break Your Business
February 18, 2019 09:30 - 20 minutes - 20.2 MBEvery day, every single move we make is a choice, and today I’m sharing the 8 choices that we make as stylists and salon owners that can have a profound impact on your business! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies, testimonials and amazing breakthroughs from my audience. You’re not going to want to miss out on this! Learn more at: https://thethriving...
#061-The Yelp Episode
February 11, 2019 09:30 - 25 minutes - 24.7 MBYou’ve probably heard of Yelp, a tool that millions of consumers use to research online reviews of your company. Like it or not, it is here to stay and consumers are using it. In this episode I’ll be taking a deep dive into how we can manage and take control of our Yelp pages. Trust me, this is something that all entrepreneurs need to take advantage of! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every singl...
#060-How To Stay Out Of The Friend Zone With Your Clients
February 04, 2019 09:30 - 25 minutes - 24 MBToday I am going to talk about something that was requested by one of my Thrivers. We all know how having a great relationship with your clients makes your business thrive, but what happens when you enter the “friend zone” with them? In this episode I’ll talk about how this situation could be affecting your business, and how to get out of it now! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week,...
#059-The Hair Stylist Personality Quiz
January 28, 2019 09:30 - 31 minutes - 29.9 MBToday I am going to be revisiting The Hair Stylist Personality Quiz that was one of the top livestreamed videos back in my Periscope days. Through a series of simple questions, this quiz will identify your personality type in relation to the industry, break down what is beneficial about each personality type and also some pitfalls that tend to come with each. Learn more at: https://brittseva.com/059
#058- What The Top 10% of Successful Stylists And Salon Owners Do To Guarantee Their Continued Success
January 21, 2019 09:30 - 25 minutes - 24.8 MBEver wonder what really separates the successful people in this industry from everyone else? Today we are talking about the skills and techniques that the top stylists and salons are applying to their business in order to be successful (and sustainable)! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies, testimonials and amazing breakthroughs from my audience. You’r...
#057-Real Talk: The Relationship And Family Sacrifice Nobody Talks About On The Road to Success
January 14, 2019 09:30 - 37 minutes - 35.3 MBWe all know that being an entrepreneur and chasing our dreams can come at a cost, and today I am revealing the relationship and family sacrifice that no one talks about on the road to success. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies, testimonials and amazing breakthroughs from my audience. You’re not going to want to miss out on this! Learn more at: http...
#056-The 6 Types Off Salon Outcasts And How To Know If You’re One Of Them
January 07, 2019 09:30 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBHave you ever stopped to wonder if you are you an outcast in your own salon? Today we are going to talk about the 6 different types of salon outcasts that I have identified in this industry. We’ll look at which one are you and how you can navigate through it to ensure success for you, your tribe and your salon! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies, test...
#055-5 Commitments To Make To Ensure This Is Your Best Year Yet
December 31, 2018 09:30 - 26 minutes - 25.1 MBAny day could be your fresh start, and today I am going to give you the 5 major commitments you can make to yourself to ensure that 2019 will be your best year yet. For the first time ever I can really say like I feel like I have it all, and I really believe that everyone can have this and every should experience it. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you waiting for? This is where I share pro tips every single week, along with winning strategies...
#054-How To Survey Your Clients To Get Real, Honest Feedback
December 24, 2018 09:30 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBDo you regularly ask your clients for feedback on how you’re doing as a hair stylist and business owner? Asking your clients for feedback is an incredible tool for your business, because you’ll need to know the fatal flaws to improve and grow and develop an amazing experience for your clients. Today I’ll be sharing how surveys will allow you to see the gaps in your business from the client’s perspective! If you’re not already following us on Instagram, @thethrivingstylist, what are you wai...