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Beyond The Mirror

Beyond The Mirror

Written by: Adrienne Varga and Jodie Fielden
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Welcome to "Beyond the Mirror," your go-to podcast for business insights in the hair, skin, beauty, and wellness industry. Hosted by Adrienne Varga and Jodie Fielden, we're your guides on a deep dive into these dynamic sectors.

Discover industry secrets, actionable strategies, and inspiring success stories that drive business growth. From essential business tips and effective marketing hacks to crafting exceptional client experiences and staying updated on industry trends, we leave no topic unexplored.

Join us to unlock your business potential, elevate your brand, and embrace limitless opportunities beyond the mirror. Tune in for a transformative journey you won't want to miss!

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Episodes
  • When Life Falls Apart But Your Business Needs You | Salon Business Mindset
    May 5 2026

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    Running a business doesn’t stop when life gets hard… and neither can you.

    In Episode 39 of our podcast, we’re getting real about what it means to show up when your personal life feels like it’s falling apart. As salon owners, entrepreneurs, and business partners, we’ve lived through the moments where everything feels heavy — yet clients, staff, and responsibilities keep moving.

    This episode isn’t about pretending everything is fine.
    It’s about resilience, consistency, and building the version of yourself your future depends on.

    We talk about:
    ✨ Why personal struggles don’t pause your business
    ✨ The dangerous myth of “I’ll just take a break”
    ✨ How to keep showing up without burning out
    ✨ What showing up actually looks like in hard seasons
    ✨ The mindset shift every salon owner needs

    Whether you’re a salon owner, clinic owner, or entrepreneur trying to grow your business, this conversation will remind you why staying consistent — even imperfectly — matters more than ever.

    Because one day… you’ll wish you were back in the position you’re in right now.

    If you’re ready to turn your passion into profit and build the business you’ve always wanted — you’re in the right place.

    Book Your FREE Salon Accelerator Program Demo!!

    If you would like more info about how we help salon owners increase their revenue in under 90days, WITHOUT hunting for new clients... book a FREE Salon Accelerator Program Demo and we'll break down everything for you in the demo.

    Our guarantee to you... Increase your revenue in 90 Days without hunting for more clients OR YOU DON’T PAY.

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    31 mins
  • What Thriving Salon Owners Do in January (While Everyone Else is Waiting)
    Dec 18 2025

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    FREE Team Meeting Checklist
    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1To9QGZ4W8wm7YifbZOAaosN2aG12qVzP/view?usp=sharing

    We’ve included a downloadable checklist to help you plan your beginning-of-year team meeting step-by-step

    January and February don’t kill salon businesses — poor planning does. In this episode, we show salon owners how to use the quiet season to build stronger teams, higher profits, and real freedom.

    January and February can feel scary for salon and clinic owners — but they don’t have to be.


    In this episode of Beyond The Mirror, we break down exactly how successful salon owners use the quiet season to prepare, reset, and grow instead of panicking.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • Why January & February are prep seasons, not dead seasons
    • How to run a powerful beginning-of-year team meeting
    • The difference between being a boss vs a leader
    • How to involve your team without losing control
    • What KPIs your staff should understand (and why transparency matters)
    • How systems, policies, and delegation create real freedom
    • Common mistakes salon owners make during annual meetings

    If you want a profitable salon, motivated team, and a business that doesn’t rely on you 24/7, this episode is essential.


    Book Your FREE Salon Accelerator Program Demo!!

    If you would like more info about how we help salon owners increase their revenue in under 90days, WITHOUT hunting for new clients... book a FREE Salon Accelerator Program Demo and we'll break down everything for you in the demo.

    Our guarantee to you... Increase your revenue in 90 Days without hunting for more clients OR YOU DON’T PAY.

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    57 mins
  • Salon & Skin Business Secrets: Lessons from 25 Years of Success with our special guest Sarah Hudson
    Nov 11 2025

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    In this episode, hosts Jodie Fielden and Adri Varga sit down with Sarah Hudson, founder of Skin by Sarah Hudson, to reveal what it really takes to build a thriving, high-end skin clinic in today’s beauty industry.

    Sarah shares her biggest business mistakes from straying from her niche to dealing with the wrong contractors and how she turned those challenges into lessons that helped her build one of Australia’s most respected aesthetic skin brands.

    Discover how rebranding, creating her own skincare line, and continuously investing in technology transformed her business. Whether you own a salon, spa, or skin clinic, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you grow profitably while staying true to your brand identity.


    What You’ll Learn:

    • The #1 mistake that almost cost Sarah her business
    • How staying in your niche builds credibility and profit
    • The truth about contractors and injectables in clinics
    • Rebranding secrets that elevate your client experience
    • How to create and launch your own skincare line
    • Smart reinvestment strategies for sustainable growth
    • Why mentorship and patience are the real beauty business superpowers

    Book Your FREE Salon Accelerator Program Demo!!

    If you would like more info about how we help salon owners increase their revenue in under 90days, WITHOUT hunting for new clients... book a FREE Salon Accelerator Program Demo and we'll break down everything for you in the demo.

    Our guarantee to you... Increase your revenue in 90 Days without hunting for more clients OR YOU DON’T PAY.

    Book Now!

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    40 mins
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