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Trust Your Innersense™ with Joanne Starkman

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29 - Styling the Soul of the Industry at Vagaro Iconic 2025

October 21, 2025 • Joanne Starkman • Episode 29

Rooted In Beauty And Purpose

In this special episode recorded live at the Vagaro event, Joanne sits down with hairstylists and salon leaders who are transforming the industry from the inside out. You’ll hear from Mr. G of Blackbird Salon, Breanna Bell, Muhammad Abdullah, and Jacquie Ware—each offering insight, warmth, and wisdom. While not a stylist, Jacquie (Innersense’s social media manager) shares a practical perspective, offering tips on how beauty professionals can use social media more intentionally and effectively. What unfolds is a heart-led series of conversations about staying inspired, navigating burnout, and returning to the deeper why behind the work. These guests remind you that beauty is sacred—and that the chair is a place for real healing.

The Power Of Representation And Story

Each guest reflects on what it really takes to thrive in the salon world today—from tuning into your intuition to showing up for your community with integrity. These aren’t surface-level success stories; they’re vulnerable, real-life insights into leading with purpose, staying inspired, and making space for others to grow. You’ll hear about personal growth, self-discovery, and the kind of leadership that invites deeper connection and trust.

A Gathering Full Of Light

We had such a beautiful time at the Vagaro event, sitting down with professionals who are doing the real, soulful work. Each conversation was a reminder that this industry is filled with heart. Recorded in a space buzzing with energy, connection, and creativity, this episode kicks off a 4-part series that wraps with a special finale: the ICONIC 2025 conversation with Charity Hudnall, Vagaro’s Chief Marketing Officer.

Check out Mr. G: @studiombeautybar or STUDIO M SIGNATURE HAIR EXTENSIONS
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Check out Muhammad Abdullah's Habibe Sunglasses @habibesunglasses and Habibe Sunglasses

Connect with Breanna Bell: @TheStudyofCurls, Curlology.com, and @BreannaBell

Chapters

2:30 Mr. G: Building a soul-centered salon.

12:00 Breanna Bell: Leadership and showing up with integrity.

22:00 Muhammad: The modern stylist journey.

30:00 Jacquie Ware: Social media tips for stylists

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