LISA KENNEDY
Suite Stylist | Madame Kennedy Style, TX
EPISODES
Salon vs. Suite
Tune in to hear Lisa weigh the Pros and Cons of the Suite Life vs. the Salon Life.
Key Takeaways
Build your clientele before you go out on your own.
Going out on your own means taking on many, many other jobs besides your craft. Is this really what you want?
To Mask or Not to Mask (COVID Re-Opening)
Tune in as we discuss whether to require masks or not when your state does not mandate it during COVID Re-Opening.
Key Takeaways
Do not think about politics, think about your business.
You rely on your guests coming into your salon/suite, so ask them!
Remember to look after your own physical AND mental health!
How I Became an Independent Stylist
Tune in as Lisa shares how she went from salon stylist to booth renter to suite owner!
Key Takeaways
DO YOUR RESEARCH!
Save up a few months of rent + $2k for supplies like color.
Salon experience was very valuable to understand key components of success in the industry.
Pregnancy and Maternity as an Independent Stylist:
Tune in as Lisa shares how she planned in advance and managed Pregnancy and Maternity as an Independent Stylist!
Key Takeaways
Leaving your clientele to take care of your baby for a period of time can be scary.
Avoid the fallout of taking time off for your family by planning ahead.
Consider training someone to take care of your studio and guests while you are gone.
Do not use any promotions for rent right away, save them up for when you need time off!
Consider moving suites or salons that will give you promos, deals, or security for your return with enough time to get your clients adjusted.
