
the Hello Hair Pro podcast
This is a place for education, inspiration, and entertainment. Our mission is to help as many hair pros, salon, and barbershop owners as possible by sharing our stories, experiences, and thoughts on business.
Episodes
197 episodes
Boss Myths & Rental Mistakes: Salon Success Tips That Work [EP:197]
Is being the 'boss' really the freedom it's hyped up to be?In this episode, Jen and Todd break down some of the biggest myths in the salon industry — from the glamorized idea of being your own boss to the realities of chair rental...
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Episode 197
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39:43

Insights for Hair Pros: Love, Business and More [EP:196]
Do What You Love. Figure Out Who You Are & Do the WorkIn this multi-topic episode, Jen and Todd share their thoughts on the importance of passion and self-discovery in both personal and business life. Jen starts with a h...
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Episode 196
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35:37

Overcoming Slumps: Refresh Your Career [EP:195]
Feeling uninspired? Overwhelmed? Just going through the motions in your salon, studio, or behind the chair? You're not alone—and you're not broken. In this episode, Todd and Jen tackle what it really means to be in a pro...
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Episode 195
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38:01

Mastering Hospitality: Boost Retention & Clientele [EP:194]
Leveraging Hospitality to Boost Your Salon BusinessIn this episode, Jen and Todd reflect on their past month's experiences and dive into the differences between hospitality and service within the hair industry. They e...
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Episode 194
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35:25

Level Up Your Salon: Tips for Success [EP:193]
The Art of Preparedness in a Hair SalonIn this episode, Jen and Todd discuss how preparedness will set your business apart. They touch on the importance of growth opportunities, freedom in the workplace, and the value of sup...
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Episode 193
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39:01

Brooke Wrobel [EP:192]
Finding Your Place in the Hair Industry with Brooke WrobelTodd is joined by Brooke Wrobel, one of the hair pros at Hello Hair. Brooke shares her journey into the hair industry, from her decision to skip college and at...
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Episode 192
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43:19

Self-Awareness [EP:191]
Self-Awareness: The Key to Personal and Professional GrowthIn this solo episode, Todd explores the critical topic of self-awareness and its impact on both personal and professional life. Todd opens with a light-hearte...
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Episode 191
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32:39

Studying CEOs [EP:190]
Transformative Leadership Insights: Lessons from Starbucks and Chili's CEOsIn this episode, hosts Jen and Todd kick off their discussion with engaging opening takes on the importance of self-care and effective leadership qualitie...
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Episode 190
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36:52

Bad Advice from Beauty Schools [EP:189]
Navigating the Beauty Industry: Debunking Myths and Bad Advice from SchoolsIn this episode, Jen and Todd discuss the misinformation and bad advice being spread by cosmetology schools, particularly regarding business models in the...
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Episode 189
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32:12

Navigating Tariffs in the Salon Industry [EP:188]
Overcoming Business Challenges: Strategies, Tariffs, and OptimismIn this episode of the Hello Hair Pro podcast, Jen and Todd discuss the fears and concerns surrounding tariffs and other business obstacles. They emphas...
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Episode 188
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27:33

Salon Success: Retaining Staff and Clients [EP:187]
Addressing Salon Challenges: Why You Might Be Losing Staff, Renters, and ClientsIn this episode, Jen and Todd delve into the pressing issues that might be causing salons to lose staff, renters, and clients. They analy...
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Episode 187
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42:40

Hello Hair Pro Educators & Creating Opportunities [EP:186]
Hello Hair Pro brings on its first two educators!In this episode, Jen and Todd talk about promoting two of their hair pros to educate for their company.Public classes for in-person education will be announced soon.The two h...
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Episode 186
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28:57

Building a Thriving Salon: Strategies and Tips [EP:185]
Building a Culture of Excellence: In-House Education and Innovation at Hello Hair Co.In this episode, Jen and Todd discuss the importance of continual education and innovation in their salon, Hello Hair Co. The conversation ...
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Episode 185
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35:19

Business, Hair, and The Power of Hospitality [EP:184]
Navigating Challenges: Hospitality Insights and Salon LeadershipIn this episode, Jen and Todd discuss their experiences and insights on hospitality and service quality, drawing from personal stories about recent restaurant and hotel vis...
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Episode 184
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38:38

Overcoming Salon Challenges [EP:183]
Navigating Salon Ownership: Tackling Staff Issues, Price Setting, and Maintaining ProfessionalismIn this episode, Jen and Todd dive into various topics for salon owners and hair professionals. The hosts discuss building a fu...
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Episode 183
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42:30

Answering Some Industry Questions [EP:182]
Solo Episode (I'm alone!): Answering Some Common Salon Business QuestionsIn this episode, Todd addresses various topics related to running a salon business.Todd reacts to some common questions from social media posts.
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Episode 182
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19:48

Is Being "Independant" a Flex in 2025? [EP:181]
Profit Margin vs. Revenue: Why a Million Dollars Doesn’t Make You a MillionaireIn this episode, Jen and Todd discuss why profit margin is more crucial than revenue in determining business success. They emphasize the misconce...
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Episode 181
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36:20

Accelerate Career Growth, Speeding Up Success [EP:180]
Accelerate Your Growth: Speed, Systems, and Smart StrategiesIn this episode, Jen and Todd discuss actionable strategies to accelerate your progress in business ownership and personal career growth. They emphasize the importa...
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Episode 180
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43:23

Elevating Staff: A Key to Success [EP:179]
Navigating Business Challenges and Embracing EducationIn this episode, Jen and Todd discuss various topics, including handling snowstorms in New England, the importance of communication and patience in business, and the strategy of empo...
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Episode 179
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29:28

Effective One-on-One Meetings Follow Up [EP:178]
Maximizing Workplace Efficiency & Emotional Intelligence Through Effective MeetingsIn this episode, Todd and Jen discuss a follow-up to their recent meetings, detailing the successes and areas for improvement in their salon's...
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Episode 178
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31:01

Avoid Wasting Time: Effective One-on-One Meetings [EP:177]
Effective One-on-One (and Two-on-One Meetings): Tips and StrategiesIn this episode, Jen and Todd discuss the importance and strategies of conducting effective one-on-one and two-on-one meetings with staff. They share...
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Episode 177
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30:42

What Cosmetology School Won't Teach You [EP:176]
Resilience, Breaks, and Business Lessons for Salon OwnersIn this episode, Jen and Todd discuss the importance of resilience and taking breaks in the face of life's challenges. Jen shares her recent hiatus and the need to pr...
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Episode 176
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27:48

Resilience in Chaotic Times [EP:175]
Rolling with the Punches: Navigating Life's Unexpected ChallengesIn this solo episode, Todd discusses the importance of adaptability and resilience in life and business. He shares personal experiences of dealing with unexpe...
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Episode 175
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17:54

Setting Up Your Business for the New Year Pt.2 [EP:174]
Navigating Curveballs & Planning Your New Year, Part 2In this solo episode, kicking off the first podcast of 2025, Todd discusses the importance of flexibility and preparation in personal and business life. He shares pe...
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Episode 174
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27:36
