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The Hair Game

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The Hair Game is a series brought to you by Salon Republic and hosted by founder Eric Taylor, who, after 25 yrs in the hair game, has seen a lot of s#!@ go down. We go deep with the beauty industry's most interesting players, we educate and tell stories about the things you care about, and we get into the business side of the game so you can earn more and keep more. Also check out the video conten... more

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Scissor cutting specialist, hair educator, and entrepreneur @tylerrcarlson shares his journey from Massachusetts to Huntington Beach, California, where he built a new clientele from scratch in just six months. Tyler discusses the power of social medi... more

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Scissor cutting specialist, hair educator, and entrepreneur @tylerrcarlson shares his journey from Ma... more

Hairstylist, educator, and entrepreneur @donovanmillshair shares his journey from a small town in Oregon to building a successful career in Los Angeles. Donovan discusses the importance of hard work, taking risks, embracing discomfort, and continuous... more

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Donovan Mills
Southern California salon industry professional
Salon Republic / Independent stylist
Episode: Ep. 445 • Why Embracing Discomfort Is the Key to Growth in the Beauty Industry w/ Donovan Mills
Danielle Nishiyama
Spokane-based hairdresser, salon owner, founder of The Hair Symposium Event
Hair Symposium / Independent salon
Episode: Ep. 444 • How Taking Risks Creates Greater Opportunities w/ Danielle Nishiyama
Amber Hopson
Owner of Hair Escapades; author; former musician
Hair Escapades
Episode: Ep. 443 • Why Confidence Changes Everything in the Beauty Industry w/ Amber Hopson
Reagan Kaalekahi
Educator and founder of DAP/School platform
DAP (Development Artistry Performance); SKOOL; Swaghouse
Episode: Ep. 442 • Why Personal Development Matters More Than Hair Skills w/ Reagan Kaalekahi
Adrienne Dara
Beauty industry professional and author with a focus on hair coloring and salon business
Episode: HIGHLIGHTS • Live at Revindiecon: Q&A w/ Adrienne Dara
Anna Marti
Los Angeles-based hairdresser, makeup artist, Joico educator, and founder of Anna Marti Cosmetics
Anna Marti Cosmetics / Joico
Episode: Ep. 440 • How Early Career Choices Brought New Opportunities w/ Anna Marti
Alain Audet
Speaker with deep experience in beauty industry data and technology; involved with Salon Interactive and KIM Report
Salon Interactive
Episode: Ep. 439 • Unlock the Data Behind the Beauty Industry w/Alain Audet
Fred Helou
Founder and CEO of Vagaro
Vagaro
Episode: Ep. 438 • From Fork in the Road to CEO w/ Vargaro's Fred Helou
Tanya Abriol
Renowned hairdresser and colorist who collaborates with top designers and runs Mirame/Mirame Pro products
The Lab Lounge / Mirame Pro
Episode: Ep. 436 • Building A Dream Career Together w/Tanya and Neeko Abriol

Host

Eric Taylor
Host and interviewer with Salon Republic affiliation; leads discussions with industry guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 625 ratings
  • Love Listening !!

    Have enjoyed this podcast so much !!! Everyone keeps it so real ! I’m an independent stylist now & love the fact that it’s not brand based 🤍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hairbyashpigg
    United Statesa year ago
  • I Love this Podcast!

    I am a hairdresser myself and this is such a great podcast! Eric asks so many great questions to everyone he interviews! I enjoy listening to them. Thank you Eric for creating a podcasts that focuses on the world of hair! (I told him once before, he is the first podcast I have ever listened to! Lol true story!) 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    - @wb_upstyles

    Thanks!!

    Whitney Ray

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whitney Ray
    United Statesa year ago
  • Loved Moselys episode.

    He always inspires me! So happy you featured him again.

    I have to say. I always find that the hair overseas is unimpressive. However. I recently went to Spain and I found that there was a lot of gorgeous styles. Both color and cut. Less balayage. More reds and platinums. Cute bobs and pixies.

    Just had to let you know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hshsebev
    United States3 years ago
  • So informative and “On Point”

    Love listening to this podcast! Can’t wait til Salon Republic comes to Chicago! So informative and on point! I listen every morning before a long day in the salon. Gets me inspired! Cynthia.Yosef.Art

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cynthia Yosef
    United States3 years ago
  • 🫶🏻

    Been listening for about 2 years now and I love listening to other artists hearing to their stories and inspiration makes me feel like maybe one day I can make it huge world wide like many on your podcast have. Thank you for what you do Eric sometimes listening to your podcast is the godwink I needed to get me through the day

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beccathealchemist
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate real-talk and practical takeaways for growing a salon business.
The host asks thoughtful questions and focuses on the beauty industry's evolution, not just flashy branding.
Long-time fans value the consistent, informative conversations with diverse guests.

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Ep. 445 • Why Embracing Discomfort Is the Key to Growth in the Beauty Industry w/ Donovan Mills
Q: How do you manage multiple lanes of your business, such as education, client work, and partnerships?
By prioritizing structured scheduling, balancing day rates with education commitments, and leveraging partnerships (like Hanzo education) to create a sustainable rhythm rather than overextending.
Ep. 445 • Why Embracing Discomfort Is the Key to Growth in the Beauty Industry w/ Donovan Mills
Q: What are the keys to being successful in this industry, especially for beauty students listening?
Success comes from hard work, persistence, and willingness to step outside the comfort zone, combined with consistent client care, networking, and continuous learning.
Ep. 441 • Live at Revindiecon: Q&A w/ Adrienne Dara
Q: What is the best way to talk about pricing with clients?
Adrienne recommends having scripts to communicate pricing confidently, practicing pre-consultations, and offering options to adjust services to fit budgets while maintaining professional tone and maintaining client trust.
Ep. 441 • Live at Revindiecon: Q&A w/ Adrienne Dara
Q: How do you simplify Shades EQ backgrounds for beginners?
She outlines a framework with three backgrounds (brown to tan as foundation, black to gray as non-reflective, and no background as true to tone) and explains how background affects reflect and deposit, along with the use of clear to dilute intensity without changing the level.
Ep. 441 • Live at Revindiecon: Q&A w/ Adrienne Dara
Q: Is formulation only about gray coverage or is it about color as a whole?
Adrienne explains that formulation covers color as a whole, including gray coverage, lived-in color, and color corrections, with emphasis on understanding the color line, reading the chart, and knowing how background and reflect affect deposits.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hair Game

What is The Hair Game about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on the business side of the beauty industry, featuring veteran hairstylists, salon owners, brand founders, and beauty-tech leaders who share practical lessons on building clients, scaling studios, and leveraging technology. Across episodes, guests discuss entrepreneurship, branding, digital marketing, and education, with recurring sponsorship integrations and concrete takeaways for independent stylists and salon teams. A notable thread is the emphasis on real-world experiences, from origin stories to scaling strategies, often interwoven with actionable tips for growth and profitability in a fragmented, highly personal industry. The format tends to blend storytelling with business-oriented insights, making it useful for list... more

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Recent guests on The Hair Game include:

1. Donovan Mills
2. Danielle Nishiyama
3. Amber Hopson
4. Reagan Kaalekahi
5. Adrienne Dara
6. Anna Marti
7. Alain Audet
8. Fred Helou

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