In this week's episode of the How To Cut It podcast, we talk with Joanne Doward about her journey to becoming a college lecturer in hairdressing education, and how she's using that experience to inspire others in college hair education. With over 30 years dedicated to aspiring the next generation of stylists at West Suffolk College, in this episode, we explore the vital role college education plays in the hairdressing industry, touching upon the importance of passion, dedication, and industry collaborations. Joanne, …
In today's episode of the How to Cut It podcast, I dive into a conversation with Dylan McConnachie – 3 times finalist for the coveted British Hairdressing Awards 'Avant Garde Hairdresser of The Year' and former contestant of Channel 4's Big Blowout series. Dylan is to shed light on the significance of why it's important for him to find industry recognition, validation, and approval. I explore Dylan's quest for professional acclaim and personal fulfilment in an industry that thrives on creativity …
Join us on this week's episode of HTCI as we dive into the depths of Session Styling with Adam Garland. Adam is a renowned session stylist recognised for his innovative approach in the field of backstage hair styling education In our conversation, Adam is to lay bare his tumultuous path to success, marked by personal challenges, including overcoming drug addiction and navigating life with a disability. His raw and candid account illustrates the resilience required to rise in the industry, coupled with …
Today we kick off a new HTCI series titled "Meet The Brand". In this series, we get to explore the products, uncover the stories, delve into the vision, and discover everything in between to industry-leading and up & coming hair care brands. Get an exclusive look into what makes them unique and successful. First up in this series is Quif Hair. A colour brand who's mission is to develop a line of professional hairdressing products that champions creativity, breaks from the norm …
In this episode of the How To Cut It podcast, we are joined by the incredibly talented Melissa Timperley, a rising star in the hairdressing industry. Melissa is the founder of the renowned Melissa Timperley Salons in Manchester's Northern Quarter and the brains behind MT Masterclass and the MT Masterclass App. As a multi award winning hairstylist, Melissa's extensive experience and passion for education have led her to develop a revolutionary approach to precision cutting, which is more important than ever …
Today we have the pleasure of hosting Chloe Swift, a leading name in the world of hair content creation. In this episode, we are diving into the exciting and emerging career pathway of a Content Hair Creator. With over 550,000 followers across her 3 main platforms, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube and currently holding the #1 ranking in the National Hair & Beauty Federation’s Top 100 Hair & Beauty Influencer Index of 2023, Chlöe takes us on her inspiring journey that led …
Todays episode we are joined by Rae Palmer, founder of WeLove Community and Education. Rae brings a fresh perspective to the hairdressing industry, emphasising holistic education and caring for hair pros. From her award-winning days at the British Hairdressing Awards to founding WeLove, Rae shares her inspiring journey and experiences. The conversation delves into the origins of WeLove as a salon concept, the challenges Rae faced, and the importance of collaboration over competition among hair professionals. Rae emphasises the need …
In this episode of How To Cut It podcast, we are joined once again by Lacey Hunter-Felton, co-founder of Hunter Collective. Theres been some changes since we last spoke in 2018, and today she takes us that journey that has seen impact and growth of her members co-working spaces for freelancers in the hair and beauty industry. We're are to delve into the dynamic world of co-working spaces and freelancers within the hairdressing industry. Lacey shares the challenges and triumphs experienced by …
Todays podcast I'm joined by the unstoppable Claire Martin aka cLHAIR. With over a decade of experience under her belt, Claire's impact on both the Caucasian and Afro hair markets has been 'standing ovation' worthy. She's won awards in textured hair and reached the finals of E4's "The Big Blow Out" TV series, all while sharing her knowledge as an educator and becoming a Redken Brand advocate. In this conversation, Claire talks about her mission to make the world a better place …
In this episode we delve into the world of PR with special guests Sharon Brigden and Laura Craik from SLBPR. In this episode, Sharon and Laura are here to debunk common misconceptions surrounding PR in the hair industry and provide valuable insights to help you navigate the PR landscape. One of the key takeaways from their conversation is the importance of building a strong reputation and authentic connections in the hair industry. They stress the need to tailor PR strategies based on …