Meet Megan Winfield, owner of Magnolia Salon and Beauty Suites in Helena, Montana, and Kenra Professional educator who went from being terrified of public speaking to performing on the main stage at the biggest hair show in the US. This inspiring conversation covers her unexpected journey from small-town stylist to industry educator, the power of saying "yes" to scary opportunities, and why collaboration beats competition every time.
Key Topics Covered
The Business Journey
- How a client's opportunity led to salon ownership at a young age
- Expanding from traditional salon to beauty suites
- The "I'm done expanding" running joke (spoiler: she's probably not done)
From Fear to Fame
- Overcoming extreme stage fright and camera anxiety
- The leap from classroom teaching straight to main stage
- Preparing for Premier Orlando - the biggest hair show in the US
Industry Insights
- What balayage actually means (you might be surprised!)
- Services offered: hair, nails, esthetics, men's grooming
- Hot tips for new stylists just starting out
Community & Collaboration
- Why women need to support women in business
- The importance of referrals and cross-promotion
- Building a supportive business community in Helena
Personal Side
- Balancing motherhood (11-month-old and 4-year-old) with business ownership
- Helena hidden gems and local favorites
- The outdoor Montana lifestyle
Quotable Moments
- "Sometimes the scariest things that we do are what helps us to grow"
- "I'm the girl who's in the corner like terrified... do not put me on camera"
- "It's like a job that I feel like it's not like, 'I have to go to work today'"
- "From little old Helena, Montana... and here I am"
Connect with Megan
- Website: magnoliaalonbeautysuites.com
- Instagram: @MeganWinfieldHair
- Phone: 406-422-0200
- Location: Helena, Montana
Resources Mentioned
- Kenra Professional
- Lucca's Restaurant (Helena)
- Helena College beauty program
- Premier Orlando hair show
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