Build Your Dream Business

Welcome to Build Your Dream Business, brought to you by Solo. More than just a booking app, we’re a community for independent pros in hair, beauty, and wellness. In this series, our host, Katrina, will bring you closer to real stories of success from the industry’s finest and share practical advice to help your business flourish. At Solo, we understand the journey of working independently and our goal is to connect, empower, and inspire you. We’re here to make sure that even though you work solo, you’re never truly alone.

Build Your Dream Business is a business podcast hosted by Solo, with 33 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Solo hosts Build Your Dream Business, a business show with 33 episodes published.

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  Episode #15

  Word of mouth & referrals: growing a beauty business organically

  Apr 28, 202535 minS0

  <p >In today’s episode, Sophie Lee-Ryan shares her journey into the tanning industry, from her first clients to building a thriving mobile beauty business. She discusses how networking and word-of-mouth referrals helped her grow, the importance of client relationships, and her best strategies for creating a seamless client experience. Sophie also talks about balancing work and family life, setting up a referral system, and the role of social media in showcasing her work.</p> <p >In This Episode, We Cover</p> How Sophie built her tanning business through networking and referrals The importance of strong client relationships in the be...

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  Episode #8

  Building a fully booked home salon through Instagram

  Apr 22, 202528 minS33

  <p >In today’s episode, Jessica shares her journey from working in a salon to running her own beauty business from home. She discusses building a client base, creating a welcoming salon space, and managing client relationships. She also covers personal branding on social media, pricing strategies, and balancing work and personal life. Jessica shares lessons learned from mistakes, daily business practices, and how meditation helps manage stress.</p> <p >In This Episode, We Cover</p> Transitioning from salon work to self-employment Building a client base through social media and referrals Creating a professional home salon environment Managing client relationships an...

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  Episode #7

  How to build a loyal client base as a lash tech

  Apr 14, 202532 minS3

  <p >In today’s episode, Chelsey Long shares her journey from the department store beauty counter to becoming a successful self-employed lash tech. She discusses the challenges of building a loyal clientele, evolving her marketing strategies, and the importance of creating a welcoming workspace. Chelsey also touches on work-life balance, setting boundaries with clients, and her aspirations to educate others in the industry.</p> <p > </p> <p >In This Episode, We Cover</p> Transitioning from retail to being a self employed lash tech Strategies for building a loyal client base Adapting to challenges and adjusting marketing strategies Creating a comfortable and...

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  Episode #6

  The art of nail photography: secrets to eye-catching content

  Apr 7, 202532 minS3

  <p >In today’s episode, Khrystal Greenland shares her journey from A&E nurse to luxury nail technician and content creator. She reveals how social media helped build her business and the secrets behind her high quality content. From lighting and setup to creating eye catching photos and reels, Khrystal shares her best tips for making your work stand out. She also discusses pricing strategies, work-life balance, and what she’s learned from juggling multiple careers.</p> <p > </p> <p >In This Episode, We Cover</p> Transitioning from nursing to a beauty career The secrets behind creating stunning nail content Socia...

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  Episode #5

  Navigating a new country and building a beauty business

  Mar 31, 202535 minS3

  <p>In this episode, Catia Cardoso shares her journey of arriving in the UK to work as a cleaner and transforming her career to become a successful hair and makeup artist. Catia discusses overcoming language barriers, building a business from scratch, and the importance of networking and personal branding. She also highlights the role of trust in client relationships, the power of social media, and her passion for teaching. Packed with practical advice, this episode is an inspiring listen for anyone looking to grow their business or start fresh.</p> In This Episode, We Cover Catia’s journey from cleaner to...

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