Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations

Welcome to 'Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations', your source of inspiration and empowerment inside the beauty industry. Hosted by Lisa Huff, this podcast aims to ignite passion, purpose, and potential in hairstylists, salon owners, and industry professionals worldwide. Each episode, ranging from concise 15-minute insights to detailed hour-long conversations, is thoughtfully curated to offer a mix of solo musings, co-hosted discussions, and interviews with members of our close-knit Stylist Soul Tribe community and other industry trailblazers. We delve into business-building strategies, lifestyle design, personal growth, and the power of the law of attraction. Our conversations are both uplifting and insightful, crafted to help you build a life and business beyond your wildest dreams. The power of community is at the heart of everything we do. At 'Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations', we believe in the magic that happens when likeminded individuals come together, support

Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations is a business podcast hosted by Lisa Huff, with 102 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.

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  The TED Talk Series: Going Gray, Going Curly, and the Mindset Shift Nobody Talks About

  Aug 19, 202622 min

  Have a topic request or someone you think we should have on the pod?! Send us a text and let us know! What happens when a client tells you they want to stop fighting their natural texture, or finally let the gray grow in, but they're terrified of how they'll look? In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, we're tackling the mindset work behind the chair that's just as important as the service itself. Annette Durkin, a 20+ year stylist, curl enthusiast, and longtime member of the Stylist Soul Tribe, is back for her second appearance on the podcast. We dive deep into the societal pressures that make women feel like their natural hair isn't "professional" or "beautiful," and more importantly, how you as a stylist can help clients navigate the emotional transition to embracing their authentic selves. If you've ever had a client hesitate to wear their curls or grow out their gray because of what others might think, this episode is for you. Annette shares her behind-the-chair wisdom on how to guide clients through the mindset shift, why a great haircut is more powerful than you think, and how to help clients fall in love with their uniqueness. Connect with Annette: Instagram: instagram.com/hairnette74/ Resources & Links Mentioned: Statistics source: 80% of women feel insecure from media images National Organization for Women Curly hair bias study: Lindenwood University study on straight vs. curly hair in professional settings CROWN Act study (2019): Black women and workplace hair bias Gray hair perception study: Frontier Scoop news Annette's first podcast episode: The Science of Haircutting: Unveiling the Head Shape Matters System Head Shape Matters: https://headshapematters.com/ This summer I'm hosting the Summer Specialization Series: three live virtual panels on the specialties that are really taking off in the industry right now. June 29 — Hair Loss, Extensions, and Enhancements July 27 — Curly Hair August 31 — Scalp Health and Head Spas Grab your spot here: https://stylistsoultribe.mykajabi.com/2026-summer-series Connect with Lisa Huff Instagram Facebook YouTube

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  How a Stylist Borrowed Half a Million Dollars & Paid It Back in 3 Years

  Aug 12, 202648 min

  Have a topic request or someone you think we should have on the pod?! Send us a text and let us know! In this episode, I sit down with Michelle, an Australian salon owner in Switzerland with TWO thriving locations, to hear the wild story of how she built her empire from the ground up. We're talking holiday romances, wealthy clients who became silent investors, and the moment Michelle realized she loved running her business more than being behind the chair. Michelle shares the exact systems, spreadsheets, and leadership strategies she used to secure private investments without even asking, pay back half a million in three years through pure hustle, achieve near-zero staff turnover (only 3 stylists left in 9 years!), and step out from behind the chair, and why she had to crawl back before she could truly leave. You'll learn why a detailed business plan attracts big money, why hustle has its season, how to become the boss stylists never want to leave, why stepping back is an identity crisis (not just a business decision), the financial formula you need to step back safely, and why 80% is good enough. Whether you're a salon owner dreaming of scaling or a stylist wondering if you're cut out for leadership, this one's for you. Michelle also gives a sneak peek into her upcoming masterclass on how to strategically step back from behind the chair without tanking your business . Resources: Connect with Michelle: michelle_tanner_consult DM me @lisahuffhair to access Michelle's exclusive masterclass on stepping back from the chair on Tuesday, September 15 @ 10:30am CDT Recommended book: Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman This summer I'm hosting the Summer Specialization Series: three live virtual panels on the specialties that are really taking off in the industry right now. June 29 — Hair Loss, Extensions, and Enhancements July 27 — Curly Hair August 31 — Scalp Health and Head Spas Grab your spot here: https://stylistsoultribe.mykajabi.com/2026-summer-series Connect with Lisa Huff Instagram Facebook YouTube

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  When Your Body Makes You Slow Down with Ashley Gillen

  Jul 22, 202635 min

  Have a topic request or someone you think we should have on the pod?! Send us a text and let us know! Ever feel completely drained at the end of a workday, even if you didn't do anything "physically exhausting"? In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations , I sit down with Ashley Gillan, salon owner, health coach, and host of The Energized Hairdresser Podcast . Ashley opens up about her journey through Graves' disease, thyroid disease, and the chronic stress that forced her to completely rethink how she shows up in her business and her life. We get real about: Why salon work is so uniquely exhausting (physically and emotionally) The wake-up call that changed everything How to set boundaries with clients without over-explaining Sane, non-perfectionist approaches to meal prep and daily systems If you've ever felt guilty for needing rest, struggled to say no, or wondered why you're so tired even when you're "just doing hair," this one's for you. Connect with Ashley Gillan Instagram: @TheEnergizedHairdresser Podcast: The Energized Hairdresser – available wherever you listen Website: https://www.energizedhairdresser.com/ Resources & Links Mentioned Laurel Denise Planner – Ashley's favorite for visual planning Notion – for organizing ideas across devices Cook Once, Eat All Week by Cassy Joy Garcia – meal prep book mentioned in the episode This summer I'm hosting the Summer Specialization Series: three live virtual panels on the specialties that are really taking off in the industry right now. June 29 — Hair Loss, Extensions, and Enhancements July 27 — Curly Hair August 31 — Scalp Health and Head Spas Grab your spot here: https://stylistsoultribe.mykajabi.com/2026-summer-series Connect with Lisa Huff Instagram Facebook YouTube

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  My 100th Episode: GRATEFUL AF

  Jul 15, 202625 min

  Have a topic request or someone you think we should have on the pod?! Send us a text and let us know! Holy sh t. We made it to 100! No script. No video. No filter. Just me, a microphone, and a random Monday when I realized I needed to pause and actually acknowledge this insane milestone. In this episode, I'm taking you behind the curtain, scrolling back through 401 weeks of Instagram posts, reading the very first caption that started it all, and getting real about what it's actually taken to get here. Less than 1% of podcasts ever reach 100 episodes. Most don't make it past episode 3. And yet, here we are. If you've been here since day one, welcome back. If this is your first time, welcome home. Either way, I'm spilling everything: the origin story, the dry spells, the tears, the wins, the evolution from a tiny mastermind to a global ecosystem, and why I still feel like I'm just getting started. Plus, I'm asking YOU: what do you want from the next 100 episodes? Because I can't do this without you. Let's go. 💡 Key Takeaways Most podcasts don't survive, but we did. It all started with one Instagram post. Soul Tribe has evolved into a full ecosystem. Delegation made the business stronger. The podcast had "dry spells" and that's okay. The next 100 episodes depend on YOU. 🎯 Resources Mentioned Stylist Soul Tribe Jumpstart – 12-week coaching container for beauty professionals Stylist Soul Tribe Mastermind – Monthly calls with your tribe Board of Support – Meet the 5 longtime members now leading calls Marketplace – Where members' big magic ideas are featured (Traveling Hairstylist, SEO services, social media management, virtual assistance, bookkeeping, and more) Book: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert – The book that sparked the original idea This summer I'm hosting the Summer Specialization Series: three live virtual panels on the specialties that are really taking off in the industry right now. June 29 — Hair Loss, Extensions, and Enhancements July 27 — Curly Hair August 31 — Scalp Health and Head Spas Grab your spot here: https://stylistsoultribe.mykajabi.com/2026-summer-series Connect with Lisa Huff Instagram Facebook YouTube

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  Can You Really Be a Salon Owner and a Present Mom Without Losing Your Mind?

  Jul 8, 202647 min

  Have a topic request or someone you think we should have on the pod?! Send us a text and let us know! If you're a salon owner or beauty professional who is also a mom, you've likely asked yourself this question more times than you can count: Can I really do both without completely losing myself? In this raw and inspiring conversation, Lisa sits down with Sarah Swift, a 33-year industry veteran, mother of three teenagers, and the creator of The Integrative Mother Experience (TIME) . Sarah doesn't sugarcoat her journey. She shares the messy, behind-the-scenes reality of navigating chemical sensitivities, infertility, miscarriages, family tragedies, and the crushing burnout cycle that so many service professionals accept as "just part of the job." But here's the twist: Sarah found a way out. She transformed her business from a burnout machine into a curated, aligned system that supports both her career and her family—allowing her to be more present and fulfilled than ever before. And now, she's on a mission to help other salon-owner moms do the same. If you're tired of the hustle, exhausted from pleasing everyone, and craving a life that actually feels aligned, this episode is your permission slip to design something different. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why "balance" is a trap and what you should strive for instead (hint: it's integration ) The power of "fast, messy action" and why waiting for perfection keeps you stuck How to recognize a "Big Magic" idea from the universe, and what to do when you feel the call Sarah's 5-step TIME framework for avoiding burnout, setting boundaries, and actually receiving joy How to build a business that can weather life's storms (including family tragedies) without falling apart Why you are not for everyone, and why that's a beautiful thing The simple morning ritual that changed everything for Sarah (and how you can start one too) Resources & Links Sarah's Website: theintegrativemotherexperience.com Sarah's Instagram: @timewithsarahswift Join Sarah's Free Private Facebook Group: Apply via her website Book Mentioned: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert This summer I'm hosting the Summer Specialization Series: three live virtual panels on the specialties that are really taking off in the industry right now. June 29 — Hair Loss, Extensions, and Enhancements July 27 — Curly Hair August 31 — Scalp Health and Head Spas Grab your spot here: https://stylistsoultribe.mykajabi.com/2026-summer-series Connect with Lisa Huff Instagram Facebook YouTube

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