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The Conscious Salon

Nicola and Tessa
Leadership
Salon Industry
The Conscious Salon
Motherhood
Entrepreneurship
Hairdressing Industry
Australia
Team Management
Burnout
One-On-Ones
Gut Instinct
Morning Pump Up
Rebooking
Kate Morris Nutrition and Coaching
La La Nails
Money Mindset
Christmas Week
Money Systems
CPR Hair
Leadership In Salon Context

Welcome to The Conscious Salon.

Here for the real talk salon owners actually need.

The Conscious Salon Podcast is where salon owners get clear guidance without the fluff. Hosted by Nic & Tess, we break down leadership, team culture, money, client journey, systems and numbers into simple moves you can use this week. Expect straight talk, real stories, lots of laughs and practical frameworks that h... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when you've built a successful career, opened your dream salon, and then suddenly find yourself questioning who you are?

In this deeply honest conversation, Nic and Tess sit down with salon owner, educator, and lived-in colour specialis... more

You can look like you've got everything together on the outside while your brain is running at full volume on the inside.

In this episode, Nic and Tess sit down with salon owner and educator Jess Lewis for a raw, funny, and deeply relatable conversa... more

Selling a salon might look clean and straightforward on paper—but living through it is anything but.

In this episode, Nic and Tess are joined by Team Leader Tae for an honest conversation about what it's really like to navigate a salon sale from ins... more

Does recommending retail products make you feel pushy or "salesy"?

You're not alone. But what if you've been looking at it the wrong way?

In this episode, Nic and Tess sit down with Sonia Tomas, also known as The Salon Doctor, to unpack one of the ... more

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Recent Guests

Samantha Camilleri
Founder of La La Nails, luxury nails brand
La La Nails (former)
Episode: From Luxury Business Owner to Rock Bottom: The Untold Story of La La Nails
Natalie Chadwick
Global Creative Director at CPR Hair; former salon owner; musician and storyteller
CPR Hair
Episode: The Reinvention Story Every Business Owner Needs to Hear | Natalie Chadwick
Loz Main
Founder of The Rumours Are True salon
The Rumours Are True
Episode: How to Build a Salon that Runs Without You - with Loz Main
Julia Lambert
Industry leader and guest on the show
Government and corporate leadership (as discussed)
Episode: The One Leadership Shift that will calm your salon - featuring Julia Lambert
Prue Taylor
Salon owner, creator of Siggy's in the Salon Day; founder of Lady and The Hair
Lady and The Hair; Siggy's in the Salon Day
Episode: Leading a 20-Person Salon through Grief | Prue Taylor’s story
Taryn Evans
Director of People and Culture at a salon-related organization (HR expert guest)
Episode: HR truths for Salon Owners with Taryn Evans
Carla Tedesco
Founder of Alarah Hair Studio
Alarah Hair Studio
Episode: From 5 Chairs to a Salon City with Carla Tedesco
Kate Morris
Powerhouse mentor and founder of Kate Morris Nutrition and Coaching
Kate Morris Nutrition and Coaching
Episode: Kate Morris: We Have OUR Mentor In The Hot Seat
Kate Slater
CEO of CamTech Slater, accountant specializing in salon industry
CamTech Slater
Episode: Listen to this if you don't understand tax and accounting

Hosts

Tess
Co-host with a focus on leadership, team culture, and systems in the salon.
Nic
Co-host specializing in leadership posture, client journey design, and money mindset.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • So much gold

    Not even a business owner let alone a salon owner and I still take so much away from every episode of this poddy. So many “aha” moments. And so many chuckles.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    romymcelroy
    Australiaa year ago
  • This is a podcast for life

    Mondays can never come quick enough! This is so much more than a podcast for salon owners. This is a podcast for life. So many lessons. So much honesty. It makes you laugh, cry and, most importantly, think. Thank you ladies. Thank you a million times 🙏🏻 B xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    onecowranch
    Australia3 years ago
  • 💫🌟🌟🌟💫

    Love this show. So much laughter and great business tips!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    messytessyp
    Australia3 years ago
  • My fav poddy! ❤️

    Amazing podcast! You gals are amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AC1992AC
    Australia3 years ago
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    3 years ago

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Audiences praise actionable insights and practical tips for real-world salon growth.
Show is described as life-changing and inspiring, with strong focus on leadership and culture.

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Three's a Crowd with Tamara Reid
Q: Tamara, how did you navigate transitions between being mum and business owner, especially with the boundaries around evenings and mornings?
I established clear hours, allowed myself to be online at specific times, and communicated boundaries to clients and partners; this created a sustainable rhythm that respects family time while enabling focused work blocks.
Three's a Crowd with Tamara Reid
Q: Tamara, we love to start every episode of this series with one question. What is your key to staying conscious?
Boundaries and being grounded by simple, real practices like stepping outside to touch the grass, prioritizing time with my kids, and setting firm work hours so I can show up clearly when it matters most.
MAMAhood with Sheridan-Rose Shaw
Q: How has sobriety shaped your leadership and legacy?
Addiction runs deep in her family; choosing sobriety transformed her personal and professional life, enabling deeper empathy, stronger boundaries, and a commitment to breaking cycles for her son and community.
MAMAhood with Sheridan-Rose Shaw
Q: What was your hardest day as a leader and your proudest moment?
The hardest moment came when hiring a manager who failed to lead and caused a cultural disruption; the recovery involved reaffirming leadership and rebuilding trust, eventually achieving significant accolades like Victorian Salon of the Year.
MAMAhood with Sheridan-Rose Shaw
Q: Can you share your journey opening your first commercial space and being a mum?
She navigated growth from home-based work to a 336 square meter Footscray space, supported by mentorship and learning the numbers to run a successful business while parenting.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Conscious Salon

What is The Conscious Salon about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, leadership-focused show for salon owners and leaders, mixing candid personal stories with actionable frameworks. Across episodes, the hosts unpack team culture, boundary setting, leadership posture, client journeys, and money mindset, all tailored to running conscious, people-centered businesses in beauty. Guests include seasoned salon owners and industry leaders who share resilience, growth pivots, and gear-level advice, making complex topics approachable with real-world examples and humor. The format emphasizes off-floor leadership, transparent communication, and practical steps listeners can implement this week to boost culture, profitability, and work-life balance. A notable strength is turning high-pressure industry challe... more

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Recent guests on The Conscious Salon include:

1. Samantha Camilleri
2. Natalie Chadwick
3. Loz Main
4. Julia Lambert
5. Prue Taylor
6. Taryn Evans
7. Carla Tedesco
8. Kate Morris

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