Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Unlock Your Inner Superhero: Salon Stories and Hair Industry Insights - Mirabella Mindset Pod
**Dive into the world of hair and salon ownership with Nick Mirabella and Nikki Cestaro's Author of Super Hairo!
In this episode, Nick Sits down with Author of Super Hairo Nikki Cestaro and discusses:
- The inspiration behind writing her book, which started as a therapy journal during a frustrating time as a salon owner.
- The realities of being a salon owner, including dealing with employees, clients, back orders, and the constant pressure to keep everything together.
- The unique relationships hairstylists form with their clients, often becoming confidantes and insiders in their lives.
- The differences between the hair industry of the past and the present, from cash payments and carbon copy machines to the rise of social media and specialization.
- The importance of personality and connection in the hair industry, emphasizing that being likable and building relationships are just as crucial as technical skills.
- Strategies for handling difficult clients and negative reviews, including the importance of standing behind your work and addressing issues directly.
- The struggles of new stylists in the age of social media, where the pressure to have a large online following can overshadow the importance of developing actual skills.
- The value of mentorship and apprenticeships.
- The importance of marketing and social media.
Get your copy of Superhero: Salon Stories and Hair Industry Insights on Amazon and Barnes & Noble!.
Learn more about Nikki and her salon:
- * Website: superhero.co
- * Instagram: @ superherothebook2024 - @ Nikki2717
- * Salon: Karma Beauty Studio in Merrick, New York @ Karmabueatystudio
Welcome to The Level Up Academy with Nick Mirabella! Are you a hairstylist, salon owner, or beauty industry professional looking to elevate your career and business? You've come to the right place! At The Level Up Academy, we provide you with the tools, strategies, and inspiration you need to achieve exceptional success in your personal and professional life. What You’ll Find Here: In-Depth Tutorials & How-To Guides:
- Learn cutting-edge techniques and best practices in hairstyling and salon management.
- Step-by-step guides to mastering new skills and enhancing your services.
Expert Business Strategies:
- Proven methods to grow and scale your beauty business.
- Tips on client retention, marketing, and operational efficiency.
Mindset & Leadership Development:
- Insights into developing a powerful, growth-oriented mindset.
- Strategies for becoming a transformational leader in the beauty industry.
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