Profitable Salon Owner Podcast

Hosted by Jason Everett, Kayla Swanson

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Jun 2026

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Listen here with Kayla Swanson and leading industry experts to keep you in-the-know and up-to-date on the latest for the salon industry! If you feel that your current business model is not working for you and hasn't changed in the last two years or for two decades, we're here to show you the light! Profitable Salon Owner Podcast helps commission salon owners grow their business, profits and an amazing team! High Performance Salon Academy has helped hundreds of salons and thousands of stylists grow their personal income and find their passion for the industry once again. Their infectious high energy makes every event they run not only educational, but extremely engaging.

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June 10, 202632 min

Why Your Best Staff Keep Leaving (And How to Fix It) | EP 249 | Profitable Salon Owner

Inside this episode: • Why growth paths matter more than most owners realize • How to remove fear and anxiety around numbers • The simple adjustments that create big income gains • Why asking questions beats giving answers • How great leaders support growth without people-pleasing If you've ever felt frustrated by team motivation, retention, or performance, this episode may help you see the challenge differently. PRESS PLAY. ❤️ Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ PRESTIGE: https://www.prestigepeo.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE) 👇 Join the conversation FB Group: facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon FB Page: facebook.com/highperformancesalon IG: instagram.com/highperformancesalon Ready to build your six-figure team? Tune in now! Learn more here - www.highperformancesalon.com Join our FB group - www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon Like us on FB - www.facebook.com/highperformancesalon Follow us on IG - www.instagram.com/highperformancesalon

June 3, 202628 min

The Real Reason Your Business Feels So Chaotic | EP 248 | Profitable Salon Owner

If you're tired of feeling overwhelmed and ready to create more clarity and profitability in your salon, this episode is a must-listen. Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE) 👇 Join the conversation FB Group: facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon FB Page: facebook.com/highperformancesalon IG: instagram.com/highperformancesalon

May 27, 202636 min

The Real Reason Your Team Isn’t Listening to You | EP 247 | Profitable Salon Owner

Inside this episode: Why your team may not be hearing what you THINK you’re saying The hidden damage caused by indirect communication How fear and stress change your leadership tone Why healthy salons require direct conversations The mindset shift that makes salon owners better communicators If you’ve ever walked away from a team conversation thinking, “That’s not what I meant…” this episode is for you. Learn more about High Performance Salon Academy here - www.highperformancesalon.com Join our FB group - www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon Like us on FB - www.facebook.com/highperformancesalon Follow us on IG - www.instagram.com/highperformancesalon Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ PRESTIGE: https://www.prestigepeo.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE)

May 20, 202632 min

How to Reconnect With the Heart of Your Salon | EP 246 | Profitable Salon Owner

Inside this episode, you’ll learn: Why salon owners lose connection to their vision The importance of defining your salon’s core values How to stop comparing your salon to everyone else online Why protecting your team culture matters more than growth The mindset shift that helps struggling salon owners reset If your salon has started feeling stressful, heavy, or disconnected from the reason you opened it… this episode will bring you back to center. Press PLAY. ❤️ 👇 Connect with Brian Leo McCalum Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/roar_ginger/ Business IG: https://www.instagram.com/roarhairandbeauty/ 👇Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE) 👇 Learn more about High Performance Salon Academy. Join the conversation: FB Group: facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon FB Page: facebook.com/highperformancesalon IG: instagram.com/highperformancesalon

May 13, 202629 min

Should You Sell Your Salon? (What Most Owners Get Wrong) | EP 245 | Profitable Salon Owner

💡 Inside this episode, we cover: ✅ Why most salons aren’t actually sellable ✅ The #1 mistake that kills your salon’s value ✅ What buyers are really looking for ✅ When it actually makes sense to sell ✅ How to build a salon that works without you Whether you want to sell one day (or even never sell at all!) this episode will change how you build your salon business. PRESS PLAY. ❤️ 👍 Like, subscribe and share if this helped you! Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ PRESTIGE: https://www.prestigepeo.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE) 👇 Join the conversation FB Group: facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon FB Page: facebook.com/highperformancesalon IG: instagram.com/highperformancesalon

May 6, 202632 min

What to Do When Your Clients Are Losing Their Hair? | EP 244 | Profitable Salon Owner

Inside this episode: ✅ Why hair loss is increasing (and what’s causing it) ✅ The different types of hair loss most stylists don’t understand ✅ How scalp health impacts hair growth ✅ Why most advice you’ve been giving might be wrong ✅ How to create real solutions for your clients ✅ Turning hair loss into a new revenue stream This isn’t just education… It’s a glimpse into where the industry is going. Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE)

April 29, 202636 min

Going From Stylist to Salon Owner: What No One Tells You | EP 243 | Profitable Salon Owner

💡 Inside this episode: ✅ The biggest mistake stylists make when opening a salon ✅How to build a team that actually supports your vision ✅Why personal development changes everything ✅What it really means to “get out of your own way” ✅How to create a culture your team wants to be part of So if you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step as a stylist or salon owner? This episode will hit home. PRESS PLAY. ❤️ Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ PRESTIGE: https://www.prestigepeo.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE) Ready to build your six-figure team? Tune in now! Learn more here - www.highperformancesalon.com Join our FB group - www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon Like us on FB - www.facebook.com/highperformancesalon Follow us on IG - www.instagram.com/highperformancesalon

April 22, 202627 min

Why Does Your Staff Refuse to Sell Retail? | EP 242 | Profitable Salon Owner

Inside this episode, you’ll learn: Why most stylists resist selling retail The biggest mistake salon owners make when training their team How language alone can make or break your retail sales The mindset shift that turns service into natural retail Simple ways to increase your retail numbers fast Retail isn’t a “nice to have.” It’s one of the fastest ways to increase profit in your salon. 👉 Text "Game" for info on our Consultation Gamification Board Game 👉 Text "Challenge" for info on our Double Your Retail Sales Challenge Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE)

April 15, 202635 min

The 3 Hidden Blocks Killing Your Salon Success | EP 241 | Profitable Salon Owner

You’ll learn how your thoughts and feelings directly impact your income, client relationships, confidence, and overall success in business and life. This episode is a must-listen if you’re ready to move from operating on autopilot to becoming a fully conscious, intentional salon professional. Tune in now!How To Connect With Us Further: Learn more about what we do: www.highperformancesalon.com Join our free commission salon owner community: www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon Connect with us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/highperformancesalon Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/highperformancesalonLearn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE)

April 8, 202626 min

Why Your Team Isn’t Listening (And How to Fix It) | EP 240 | Profitable Salon Owner

5 Key Learnings: People listen when what you say feels valuable to them. If you’re out of tune personally, your team will feel it. Your team is a reflection of your leadership. There are 6 areas to tune in yourself and 6 areas to tune in your business. Teams buy in faster when they feel you care about their growth, not just your own. How To Connect With Us Further: Learn more about what we do: www.highperformancesalon.com Join our free commission salon owner community: www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancesalon Connect with us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/highperformancesalon Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/highperformancesalon Learn More About Our Sponsors: Collins: http://collins.co/hpsa L'ANZA: https://www.lanza.com/ MYA: https://joinmya.com/ AURA: https://aurasalonware.com/hpsa/ (Use promo code HPSA for your first 2 months FREE)