In the third episode of the Women in Business Takeover, hosted by Samantha Cusick, we meet the brilliant Danielle Garner. Danielle shares her journey of building Wildflower and Wholehearted Dublin, each founded on principles of wellness, creativity, and work-life balance. She reveals how intuition and thoughtful innovation have shaped her success in the industry, as well as the challenges she’s overcome along the way.
Samantha and Danielle discuss managing business growth, learning from mistakes, and creating spaces that feel good for both clients and staff. Whether you’re an aspiring salon entrepreneur or interested in hearing about the visionary approach for a better working-life for all in the hairdressing industry, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.
Chapter Timestamps:
- 6:53 Danielle’s Journey to Wildflower Studio
- 11:58 Creating a Nurturing Work Environment
- 16:56 The Importance of Core Values
- 22:39 Navigating Burnout and Self-Care
- 32:47 Exploring Toxicity in Hair Products
- 41:41 Introducing Wholehearted Concepts
- 48:08 Rapid-Fire Questions with Danielle
Resources:
- Samantha Cusick Salon Website (Click Here)
- Sta Studios
- Silly Little Girls Club Podcast on Spotify (Click Here)
- Instagram: @smantha.cusick | @sta__studios
- Danielle Garner: Website | Instagram: @daniellegarner
- Wildflower: Website | Instagram: @wildflower.dublin
- Wholehearted: Website | Instagram: @wholehearted.dublin