Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations
Welcome to 'Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations', your source of inspiration and empowerment inside the beauty industry. Hosted by Lisa Huff, this podcast aims to ignite passion, purpose, and potential in hairstylists, salon owners, and industry professionals worldwide.
Each episode, ranging from concise 15-minute insights to detailed hour-long conversations, is thoughtfully curated to offer a mix of solo musings, co-hosted discussions, and interviews with members of our close-knit Stylist Soul Tribe community and other industry trailblazers.
We delve into business-building strategies, lifestyle design, personal growth, and the power of the law of attraction. Our conversations are both uplifting and insightful, crafted to help you build a life and business beyond your wildest dreams.
The power of community is at the heart of everything we do. At 'Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations', we believe in the magic that happens when likeminded individuals come together, support each other, and collectively raise the bar in the industry.
So join us as we explore the transformative power of community and celebrate the beauty of becoming, together.
Episodes
94 episodes
How to Buy a Salon (Instead of Building One From Scratch)
What if becoming a salon owner didn’t mean starting from zero?In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, I’m sitting down with Soul Tribe member Raschell to talk about a path to salon ownership that’s rarely discussed ...
STOP Taking Every Client: How to Build a Clientele You LOVE
If you want help curating your clientele, tightening your boundaries, and building systems that support the kind of business you actually want to run, DM me “SST” on Instagram @lisahuffhair....
The 5-Stage Marketing System for Fully Booked Stylists
If your books feel unpredictable busy one month, slow the next it's not because you're doing anything wrong. It's because most stylists were never taught the actual foundations of running a business. In this video, I'm breaking down...
Outgrowing Your Space Without Outgrowing Your Mind
Have you ever felt like your business has physically outgrown its location, but your brain hasn't quite caught up to the leap you need to take?In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, I sit down with Megan Vaughn, a ...
"I'll Just Do Your Social Media" How a Tribe Call Comment Became a Business
What if the thing you were always good at wasn't meant to stay a hobby, but the foundation of an entirely new business?In this episode, I'm sitting down with my good friend and repeat guest, Laurel Guaderrama. She's a six-figure stylist ...
Booked & Busy Isn’t the Goal: Redefining Success with Cheri Doren
What if being “booked and busy” isn’t actually the definition of success we’ve been sold?In this episode, I’m joined by Cheri Doren, creator of the Defined Stylist Method, behind-the-chair stylist, salon owner, and educator with nearly ...
Is Retail Dead? How One Stylist Rebuilt Profitable Retail Without Ulta or Amazon
Retail used to feel simple. You trusted your brands, your clients trusted you, and selling products was part of the relationship—not a battle against the internet.For many stylists today, that’s no longer the case.In this episode ...
How Stylists Create Consistent Paychecks (and Stop the Feast-or-Famine Cycle)
Burnout isn’t a badge of honor, and inconsistent income doesn’t have to be part of the job.In this episode, Lisa sits down with business coach and industry educator Mandy Zehnder to talk about the systems that create real stabilit...
Together We Rise: Vision Casting Workshop Replay (Day 2 | Blueprint + Roadmaps)
This is Day 2 of the Vision Casting Workshop 2026 replay, originally hosted live inside Stylist Soul Tribe.Day 2 is where vision turns into structure. We move from reflection and big-picture dreaming into practical planning...
Together We Rise: 2026 Vision Casting Workshop Replay (Day 1)
Happy 2026. This episode is a replay of Vision Casting Workshop 2026, Day 1 (originally hosted live at the end of 2025).If you’ve been wondering where I’ve been, what’s been shifting inside Stylist Soul Tribe, and what I’m building next...
Only 5% of Salons Are Profitable—Here’s How to Change That
What if the only thing standing between you and true financial freedom wasn’t your talent—but your understanding of the numbers behind your business?In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, Lisa sits down with...
How I Built My Dream Beauty Business (Without Constantly Hustling)
Feeling burned out as a hairstylist? You’re not alone.In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I built my dream beauty business without constantly hustling—using my signature method, the Cycle of Success.This is the 7-step frame...
Different Is Better Than Better: How Jodie Brown Helps Stylists Stand Out in the Beauty Industry
In this powerful episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, I’m joined by the incredible Jodie Brown — second-generation stylist turned brand strategist, educator mentor, and founder of Align Creative Co. Jodie shares her raw,...
How Michelle Golden Opened a Salon for $35K—and Built a Waitlist in 90 Days
In this deeply inspiring episode, I’m joined by longtime Stylist Soul Tribe member and salon owner, Michelle Golden, for a powerful conversation about grit, growth, and building a beauty business with heart.Michelle takes us behin...
Why Being Booked 8-12 Weeks is NOT a flex..
Booked-Out ≠ Burnt-Out: The Truth Nobody Tells StylistsHey friend—Lisa here. If your calendar is slammed 8-12 weeks out and you’re still feeling stretched thin, this one’s for you.In today’s episode I’m breaking down the “Booked...
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly on Chat GPT for Hairstylists with Hunter Donia and Jodie Brown
In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, I’m joined by Hunter Donia and Jodie Brown—for a brutally honest conversation on all things AI, ChatGPT, and the fine line between helpful tools and brand dilution.If you’ve eve...
Seasons of Growth: Knowing When to Push, Pause, or Pivot
In this candid conversation, I’m joined by one of my favorite humans, Kristen Soseman. What started as a spontaneous catch-up quickly turned into a deep-dive on intuition, leadership, and the importance of honoring the season you're in—whether ...
How Stylists Are Scaling With Less Hustle: Board of Support, Externships & Soul Tribe Innovation
In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, Lisa is joined by returning guest and current Board of Support member Krisa Warren for a candid and powerful chat on what it really looks like to scale your business witho...
7 steps to build your dream beauty business (for Salon owners & stylists)
In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes to share my signature framework the Cycle of Success, that’s transformed not just my business, but the careers of hundreds of stylists inside Stylist Soul Tribe.Here’s exactly what you’l...
How I Went from a Walmart Stylist to Building My Dream Beauty Business
In this episode, I'm sharing my complete transformation story, from working at a SmartStyle in Walmart, struggling to make ends meet as a young mom, to building a thriving beauty business and community that has helped hundreds of stylists trans...
DIY PR for Beauty Pros: Local Media, Influencers, and the Power of Visibility
You don’t need a massive budget or a celebrity agent to get publicity—you just need a story, some scrappy energy, and the confidence to be seen. In this episode, I’m joined by Melinda Jackson, founder of Melinda Jackson Public Relations,...
Behind the Scenes of Soul Tribe: Board of Support, Big Magic & Team Evolution
In this behind-the-scenes episode, Lisa is joined by longtime Soul Tribe member turned executive assistant, Anna Durej, for an honest conversation about how Stylist Soul Tribe has evolved over the past year and a half.From startin...
You Can’t Run on Fumes: The Wellness Wake-Up Stylists Need
In today’s episode, I’m joined by my friend Eve Guzman—a former medical lab scientist turned globally recognized nutrition coach and business mentor. We first connected at Kajabi HQ years ago, and every time we catch up, the conversation is ful...
The Cleanest Chair in Town: Elevate Your Salon Standards with the Salon Safety App
This week on Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, we’re joined by Jacqueline Weesner—veteran stylist and founder of the Salon Safety App, a powerful tool built by a stylist, for stylists. After 17 years behind the chair an...