Welcome to The Hair Hustle Podcast, where business meets beauty! Hosted by Heather Podlesney, a salon coach with over 20 years of industry experience, over a decade of coaching market leading salons, and passion for helping stylists succeed, this podcast is your go-to resource for mastering the business side of the salon industry. Each week, we cover practical tips on budgeting, time management, retail strategies, and promotions to help you grow your profits and run a thriving salon business. Whether you’re behind the chair or behind the scenes, tune in to learn how to hustle smarter, not harder!
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Sep 29, 2026 · 10:27
FREE Holiday Success Guide HERE Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK…
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:17:00
Follow Michael on IG @michaelcoleinspires FREE Holiday Success Guide HERE Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE…
Sep 15, 2026 · 1:14:34
FREE Holiday Success Guide HERE Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Contact Joe Sileo: joesileo1@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab…
Sep 8, 2026 · 1:32:37
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE The BEST Independent…
Sep 1, 2026 · 15:19
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE The BEST Independent…
Aug 25, 2026 · 14:51
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE The BEST Independent…
Aug 18, 2026 · 21:07
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE The BEST Independent…
Aug 11, 2026 · 13:05
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE The BEST Independent…
Aug 4, 2026 · 20:27
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE The BEST Independent…
Jul 28, 2026 · 18:09
Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host Heather…
Jul 21, 2026 · 37:35
Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Questions or work with…
Jul 14, 2026 · 1:27:38
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE Summary In this episode of…
Jul 7, 2026 · 22:56
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE Summary This episode…
Jun 30, 2026 · 28:54
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE Summary In this episode of…
Jun 23, 2026 · 13:57
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE Summary In this episode,…
Jun 16, 2026 · 17:21
Summary In this episode, Heather Podlesney explores how salon environment impacts guest experience, emphasizing sensory elements and intentional space management to create a…
Jun 9, 2026 · 12:50
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Coaching Interest: HERE Free Know Your Numbers Worksheet: HERE InSalon Class: HERE Summary In this episode, Heather Podlesney launches…
Jun 2, 2026 · 26:44
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in a Class at your salon OR Coaching: CLICK HERE Grab the Know Your Numbers Worksheet: CLICK HERE Summary In this episode,…
May 26, 2026 · 51:24
Contact Heather Pod: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Links from Ads: Know your numbers Worksheet In Salon Class or One on One Coaching HERE Discover practical insights on leadership,…
May 19, 2026 · 1:04:40
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Contact Jonelle: jonellefedock@gmail.com IG: @jonellefedock @southwesthairspa Ad Links: One on One Coaching HERE Know Your Numbers FREE…
May 12, 2026 · 1:16:51
Resources Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com www.heatherpodlesney.com/knowyournumbers www.heatherpodlesney.com/contact Follow Marsha: @styled_bymarsha Follow Katie:…
May 5, 2026 · 1:05:42
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Contact Chelsea: FB - Chelsea Downs IG- @cookeville_hairgirl_ TT-@chelsea.tnhairstylist In this episode, Chelsea Downs, known as the…
Apr 28, 2026 · 1:25:20
Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle podcast, Heather Podlesney hosts representatives from Surface, Sean Carlson and Cassie Laub, to discuss industry insights, brand…
Apr 21, 2026 · 12:10
Summary In this episode, Heather Podlesney discusses the five common money mistakes that hairstylists make annually, offering practical advice to improve financial health and…
Apr 14, 2026 · 16:32
Grab the Retail PROMO Playbook for $37 HERE Contact Heather - helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary This episode explores effective spring retail strategies for salon owners,…
Apr 7, 2026 · 9:25
Contact Heather to set up a salon class OR coaching: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Grab the ULTIMATE Independent Stylist Workbook HERE for only $37 Summary This episode addresses the…
Mar 31, 2026 · 10:46
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary This episode guides independent stylists on how to effectively pay themselves and organize their finances during tax season.…
Mar 24, 2026 · 12:37
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode, Heather Podlesney breaks down the three key numbers independent stylists need to know before tax season. She…
Mar 17, 2026 · 10:55
Tax Season Prep for Stylists: Organize, Plan, and Execute with Confidence: In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, Heather Podlesney breaks down practical steps for freelance…
Mar 10, 2026 · 35:17
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Questions or work with Melissa Gross: 616-299-4869 and mgross@manocoblue.com Summary In this episode, Heather Podlesny interviews…
Mar 3, 2026 · 13:50
Summary Discover why carousels are making a comeback in social media marketing, especially for hairstylists and salon owners. Learn practical strategies to create engaging…
Feb 24, 2026 · 10:30
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode, Heather Podlesney shares a practical framework for stylists to simplify and improve their social media content…
Feb 17, 2026 · 8:18
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, Heather Podlesney shares essential tips for hairstylists on creating effective…
Feb 10, 2026 · 16:20
FREEBIE: Money Date Cheat Sheet Want to be a guest on The Hair Hustle Podcast? Contact Heather at helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hairhousel Podcast,…
Feb 3, 2026 · 13:12
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host Heather Podlesney discusses the challenges stylists face in the beauty…
Jan 27, 2026 · 11:00
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, Heather Podlesney discusses the evolving landscape of consumer behavior in the…
Jan 20, 2026 · 20:21
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host Heather Podlesney addresses the current financial climate affecting stylists…
Jan 13, 2026 · 33:47
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Show Notes Not working today! I had some technical errors, but here is the FREE new guest template I talked about! NEW GUEST TEMPLATE…
Jan 6, 2026 · 15:51
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host Heather Podlesney shares essential insights for stylists as they enter 2026.…
Dec 30, 2025 · 16:34
This was the number 2 most downloaded episode of 2025! Number 1 was episode 51: When the Dream Team Ends. It is the end of my corporate journey, but I wanted the last episode to…
Dec 23, 2025 · 10:27
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Follow @thehairhustle.podcast on IG and FB FREE 20 Minute RESET Checklist HERE Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host…
Dec 16, 2025 · 14:16
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host Heather Podlesney discusses the critical distinction between price and cost,…
Dec 9, 2025 · 22:11
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host Heather Podlesny discusses the emotional challenges faced by stylists in the…
Dec 2, 2025 · 49:06
Contact Host Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Contact Heather Spencer: heather@spencergellisesalon.com Heather Spencer's Leadership Workbook & Freebie: HERE Summary In this…
Nov 25, 2025 · 8:00
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, Heather Podlesney discusses the importance of energy management for stylists,…
Nov 18, 2025 · 6:10
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host Heather Podlesny discusses the importance of planning and organization for…
Nov 11, 2025 · 10:24
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Link to full focus planner: HERE Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, host Heather Podlesney discusses the importance of…
Nov 4, 2025 · 18:29
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com FREE Take Control of your Money Worksheet HERE Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, Heather Podlesney discusses the…
Oct 28, 2025 · 58:42
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Interested in the $59 offer mentioned today? - Contact Joe! Contact Joe via email: joesileo1@gmail.com Contact Joe via phone:…
Oct 21, 2025 · 27:58
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Dream Client Exercise Holiday EVERYTHING Guide Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, Heather Podlesney addresses the…
Oct 14, 2025 · 22:43
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, Heather Podlesney discusses the enduring principles in the beauty industry that have…
Oct 7, 2025 · 21:19
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Changes in the Beauty Industry 03:50 The Impact of Social Media and Marketing 06:27 Advancements in Technology and Online Booking 07:47 Evolution…
Sep 30, 2025 · 1:02:47
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Journey 04:33 Leaving Corporate America 09:05 The Dream Job in Sales 15:38 The Impact of COVID-19 27:52 Realizations and Reflections 30:36…
Sep 23, 2025 · 24:18
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com LINK TO FREEBIE https://heatherpod.kit.com/133031041f LINK TO PLAYBOOK Retail Promo Playbook for $69 Takeaways Tracking is essential…
Sep 16, 2025 · 26:39
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com FREE Holiday Plan!!! Retail Promo Playbook Summary In this episode of the Hair Hustle Podcast, Heather Podlesney discusses effective…
Sep 9, 2025 · 19:10
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Holiday Fool Proof Roadmap: https://heatherpod.kit.com/133031041f Here are the show notes for your Apple Podcasts episode on the Hair…
Sep 2, 2025 · 32:05
2025 Holiday Guide: https://heatherpod.kit.com/133031041f Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Hair Hustle Podcast 00:57 The Importance of…
Aug 26, 2025 · 30:33
Contact Heather with questions, topic ideas or coaching at helloheatherpod@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 01:22 Understanding the Anxiety of Raising…
Aug 19, 2025 · 24:32
Episode 45: The 90-Day Power Plan for Stylists Episode Description: Join Heather Podlesney in Episode 45 of the Hair Hustle Podcast as she unveils the 90-Day Power Plan tailored…
Aug 12, 2025 · 30:46
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Take Control of Your Money FREEBIE: https://heatherpod.kit.com/c9f316e834 00:00 Welcome to the Hair Hustle Podcast 01:25 Mid-Year…
Aug 5, 2025 · 35:21
SEASON 2 of the Podcast kicks off August 12. For the month of July, we are playing the MOST downloaded episodes of Season 1 THE MOST downloaded episode - TEN Ways to make 2025 a…
Jul 29, 2025 · 21:30
SEASON 2 of the Podcast kicks off August 12. For the month of July, we are playing the MOST downloaded episodes of Season 1 Number 2 most downloaded episode - Part 1 of the Guest…
Jul 22, 2025 · 16:34
SEASON 2 of the Podcast kicks off August 12. For the month of July, we are playing the MOST downloaded episodes of Season 1 Number 3 most downloaded episode - The Content Plan…
Jul 15, 2025 · 38:44
SEASON 2 of the Podcast kicks off August 12. For the month of July, we are playing the MOST downloaded episodes of Season 1 Number 4 most downloaded episode - Evolve or Expire…
Jul 8, 2025 · 21:44
SEASON 2 of the Podcast kicks off August 12. For the month of July, we are playing the MOST downloaded episodes of Season 1 Number 5 most downloaded episode - THE FIVE STEPS TO…
Jul 1, 2025 · 39:28
Follow Sheryl: IG: @sheryldorais @thesassygardeners Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 01:13 Meet Sheryl Dorais: A…
Jun 24, 2025 · 15:00
Contact: helloheatherpod@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 01:05 The Importance of Guest Experience 01:48 Word of Mouth as a Marketing Tool 03:17 Driving…
Jun 17, 2025 · 20:28
Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 01:14 Customer Experience Series: Talk Retail to Me 03:07 Reframing Retail: From Selling…
Jun 10, 2025 · 16:29
Reach out to Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Episode 23 with Emily Bautista of Bonded HERE 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 01:04 The Importance of Client…
Jun 3, 2025 · 37:20
The FREE Bootcamp & 12 Signs Guide HERE Contact Atilola: info@thegoodhairtribe.com Follow on IG @thegoodhairtribe Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 02:49…
May 27, 2025 · 16:28
Contact Me: helloheatherpod@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 00:26 The Importance of Customer Experience 01:36 Consistency: The Secret Sauce 03:02 Why…
May 13, 2025 · 21:30
Contact: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Episode on Pricing: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stop-guessing-your-way-to-profitability/id1767511345?i=1000676658640 It is Episode 7:…
May 6, 2025 · 16:34
Chapters Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 00:58 Simplifying Social Media for Stylists 02:44 The Importance of Consistency…
Apr 29, 2025 · 38:44
FREE Education Planning Template: https://heatherpod.ck.page/338a145fc0 Becky's INFO: Salon: The Style Shoppe, Frankenmuth, Michigan IG: @styleshoppe FB: The Style Shoppe Email:…
Apr 22, 2025 · 19:06
Contact Heather : helloheatherpod@gmail.com 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 01:48 Celebrating Milestones and Community Engagement 02:15 The Importance of Personal…
Apr 15, 2025 · 15:19
Contact: helloheatherpod@gmail.com My Dream Client Exercise FREE Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Personal Branding in Beauty 03:24 Defining Your Identity as a Stylist 05:48…
Apr 8, 2025 · 22:29
The Power of Social Class Coming up HERE: https://www.heatherpod.com/product-page/social-media-class-10-7 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 00:56 The Importance of…
Apr 1, 2025 · 21:28
Link to the Chair CFO Class: https://www.heatherpod.com/product-page/the-chair-cfo-live-class-may-5 Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Hair…
Mar 25, 2025 · 22:34
Where can you find Cassidy and her team? Website: https://attractionssalon.net/ FB & IG: @attractionshairnailsalon Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Hair Hustle Podcast 01:15…
Mar 18, 2025 · 13:35
Podcast Episode 24: "3 Social Media Tips Every Stylist Needs to Know" ( A teaser for your $99 local class in April ) 🎙 Intro (1-2 min) Welcome to The Hair Hustle Podcast! Quick…
Mar 11, 2025 · 28:23
Find Emily and Bonded: IG: @beauty.by.bautista IG: @bonded_beauty_studio FB: Beauty By Bautista FB: Bonded Beauty Studio Episode 23: Balancing Motherhood & Business: A Stylist’s…
Mar 4, 2025 · 39:07
Contact/Follow Trilogy Salon: IG: @trilogymidland FB: Trilogy Salon Website: www.trilogymidland.com Episode 22: From Solo Stylist to Salon Owner: Understanding Commission vs.…
Feb 25, 2025 · 17:13
Episode 21: Boundaries - The Rise of Keyboard Courage Keeping your cool in the age of keyboard courage Total Duration: Approximately 15 minutes Detailed Conversational Outline…
Feb 19, 2025 · 35:54
The Top TEN ways to kick off your 2025 was the MOST downloaded episode to date! Go give it a listen and what things did you stick to so far? What needs to change or stay the…
Feb 11, 2025 · 15:42
Episode 19: Retail Myths That Are Holding You Back FREE Retail MythBusters Guide: https://heatherpod.kit.com/ccd670337e Contact Heather: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Link to Retail…
Feb 4, 2025 · 31:05
Podcast Episode 18: Profit & Pamper: Transforming Your Salons Retail Game Introduction Welcome listeners to the episode. Quick overview of why salon retail is often overlooked…
Jan 30, 2025 · 24:10
FREE RESOURCES: Personal Expense Tracker : https://heatherpod.kit.com/8650607451 Independent Stylist Expense Tracker: https://heatherpod.kit.com/705f2f912f Independent Stylist…
Jan 28, 2025 · 24:55
Episode 16: Part 4 of the Budgeting Series Budgeting for Big Dreams, Not Big Stress Introduction [Music fades in] Recap the journey through the January budgeting series: steps to…
Jan 21, 2025 · 24:04
Free Resources: Budget Guide: https://heatherpod.kit.com/c9f316e834 Expense Tracker: https://heatherpod.kit.com/705f2f912f Episode 15 Podcast Outline: My Monthly Budget Routine…
Jan 14, 2025 · 14:47
Episode 14: Where is the Money Going?? Podcast Episode Outline: 3 Tools to Simplify Expense Tracking Introduction [Music fades in] Quick recap of Episode 1 and reminder to…
Jan 7, 2025 · 21:56
Episode 13: The 5 Steps to Take Control of Your Budget Introduction Host Intro: I’m thrilled to kick off our January budgeting series. This month, we’re diving into all things…
Dec 17, 2024 · 22:50
Episode 12: Money Moves – Budgeting Tips to Boost Your Stylist Business 5 Budgeting Tips 1. Pay Yourself First What It Means: Set aside a percentage of your income for personal…
Dec 10, 2024 · 27:01
Link to The Nordstrom Way https://a.co/d/10PR8G3 Email Contact: helloheatherpod@gmail.com Podcast Episode: “Navigating Cancellation Policies with Empathy and Strategy”…
Dec 3, 2024 · 14:53
Contact Heather: Email: helloheatherpod@gmail.com IG & TT: @heatherpodsaloncoach FB: Heather Pod [ 00:00:05 ]Welcome to the Hair Hustle Podcast. I'm Heather Podlesny, your salon…
Nov 25, 2024 · 9:51
[ 00:00:05 ]Welcome to the Hair Hustle Podcast. I'm Heather Podlesney, your salon coach, dedicated to helping stylists master the business side of beauty. Whether you're starting…
Nov 19, 2024 · 18:19
LINK to Promo Planner to close 2024: https://heatherpod.kit.com/c33c065299 LINK to Creating a Retail Experience:…
Nov 12, 2024 · 20:27
Episode 7 - Take CONTROL of your PRICING.mp3 [ 00:00:05 ]Welcome to the Hair Hustle Podcast. I' m Heather Podlesny, your salon coach dedicated to helping stylists master the…
Nov 5, 2024 · 35:21
Link to close out 2024 Promo Guide https://heatherpod.ck/page/c33c065299 Episode 6 - TEN Steps to kick off 2025 00:00:05 ]Welcome to the Hair Hustle Podcast. I' m Heather…
Oct 29, 2024 · 14:03
[ 00:00:05 ]Welcome to the Hair Hustle Podcast. I' m Heather Podlesny, your salon coach dedicated to helping stylists master the business side of beauty. Whether you' re starting…
Oct 22, 2024 · 21:44
Episode 4 - 5 Steps to Success in Holiday.mp3 [ 00:00:05 ]Welcome to the Hair Hustle Podcast. I' m Heather Podlesny, your salon coach dedicated to helping stylists master the…
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