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The Station

The Station

Written by: Brie & Chandra - The Beauty Biz Agency
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 The Station is the go-to podcast for salon owners and solo stylists who want to grow a stable, profitable, system-driven beauty business. If you’re building a commission salon, running a team, working as a solo stylist, leading a spa, or trying to understand the business side of the beauty industry, this show gives you real conversations and practical strategies you can actually use. We talk about salon leadership, team culture, client retention, pricing, profit, scheduling, boundaries, service systems, stylist performance, and what it really takes to run a successful salon or beauty business in today’s industry. Every week, we dig into the everyday challenges beauty professionals face: managing a team of stylists, navigating salon drama, improving the client experience, raising prices with confidence, creating clear systems, building six-figure careers, reducing burnout, and growing a salon that doesn’t rely on you for every single thing. If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck in survival mode, this podcast helps you build the structure, identity, and leadership skills you need to move forward. Whether your goal is to become a six-figure stylist, grow your commission salon, step into the CEO role, or simply gain more control and clarity inside your beauty business, The Station gives you straight-up guidance, beauty-industry strategy, and a whole lot of “that’s exactly what I’ve been dealing with” moments. New episodes drop every week. Welcome to The Station — the podcast for salon owners, solo stylists, and beauty professionals ready to lead, grow, and build a business that actually lasts.© 2024 Salon Swagger - The Beauty Biz Agency Art Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • S2E39 "The Truth About Front Desk vs Deskless Salons: Both Should Make Your Salon Money"

    S2E39 "The Truth About Front Desk vs Deskless Salons: Both Should Make Your Salon Money"
    Jan 20 2026

    Most salon owners think going deskless will automatically save money, streamline operations, and fix their front-of-house problems — but that’s not always true. In this episode, we break down the real differences between a deskless salon system and a traditional front desk, and how each one impacts profitability, client experience, retention, rebooking, and overall salon operations.

    We walk through what works, what breaks, and what actually creates consistency inside a growing commission salon. From front desk roles, guest management, phone systems, booking workflows, check-in/check-out, and salon leadership, we get into the details that most owners overlook.

    If you’ve ever wondered whether your salon should keep a front desk, transition to a hybrid model, or go fully deskless — this episode will help you understand the systems, staffing, KPIs, benchmarks, and client-flow strategies that truly support a profitable, scalable salon.

    This conversation is a must-watch for any owner wanting stronger salon systems, better team accountability, smoother client journey, and leadership that doesn’t rely on putting out fires all day.


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    ✨ Coaching options: www.thebeautybizagency.com
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    40 mins
  • S2E38 “Think You Have to Rent to Make 6 Figures? Here’s the Truth for Stylists”

    S2E38 “Think You Have to Rent to Make 6 Figures? Here’s the Truth for Stylists”
    Jan 13 2026

    Most stylists think they have to rent a booth to make six figures — but that’s not true. In this episode, we break down how stylists are hitting six-figure income inside commission salons using structure, level systems, benchmarks, upsells, and strong leadership.
    We’re joined by Amber, a stylist who started as an apprentice and is now on the brink of six figures working around 30 hours a week. If you’re a stylist or salon owner who wants real income growth without burnout, this episode proves what’s possible when the systems are right.

    Resources & Links:

    ✨ Coaching options: www.thebeautybizagency.com
    📱 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok @thebeautybizagency
    📩 Email: admin@thebeautybizagency.com
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    38 mins
  • S2E37 “One Slow Month Away from Panic in Your Salon? Not If You Do This.”

    S2E37 “One Slow Month Away from Panic in Your Salon? Not If You Do This.”
    Jan 6 2026

    Slow seasons happen. Cancellations, a stylist on leave, a busted water heater — and suddenly the salon’s cash flow feels shaky. This episode shows salon owners how to build real cash reserves so one slow month doesn’t trigger panic decisions.
    We cover profit vs cash, how much an emergency fund should be (in payroll weeks and monthly expenses), where to pull the cash from (pricing, budget, cost controls), and a simple plan to build reserves without starving growth. If you want a stable, profitable beauty business, start here.

    Resources & Links:
    ✨ Coaching options: www.thebeautybizagency.com
    📱 Follow on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
    📩 Email: admin@thebeautybizagency.com
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    27 mins
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