Salon Owners Collective
Salon Owners Collective Podcast Ready to stop working in your salon and start leading it like a true CEO? Welcome to the Salon Owners Collective Podcast—your go-to show for turning hustle into high performance and growing a salon business that gives you freedom, profit, and lifestyle. Hosted by Larissa Macleman, former salon owner turned business strategist, this podcast is for salon & spa owners who are ready to step fully into their Salon CEO role. Each episode brings you: ✨ Strategic frameworks to grow and scale with confidence 🎯 Actionable steps to lead your team, increase profits, and reclaim your time 💬 Real stories of transformation from salon owners who’ve done it 💡 Fresh ideas and mindset shifts to build the business—and life—you deserve Because here’s the truth: you were never meant to do it alone. And you absolutely have what it takes to build a successful salon without burning out.
Episodes
When Salon Owner Ben Oxlade took over his family salon, he inherited more than just a business - he inherited the overwhelm, the burnout, and the belief that working harder behind the chair was the only way to survive.
Fast forward 18 months, and Ben has compl...Is the energy in your salon dragging everyone down? Motivation is low, the vibes are flat, and before you know it- one person’s average, uninspired, “meh” attitude will spread through the whole team.
If left unchecked, that kind of energy will slowly sabotage your culture, your results, and yep… your profits. That...Are you stuck babysitting your team instead of leading your salon with confidence?
If you’re tired of walking into your salon and instantly sensing the drama, chasing staff to do the things they should already know, or carrying the weight of accountability on your shoulders - this episode is for you. It’s time to step out of refer...Is your most creative ideas locked away?
- In this episode, we uncover the one ingredient most Salon Owners are missing: CEO white space.You’ll discover:
- Why your brain needs rest to make smarter CEO decisions
- How CEO white space accelerates growth (and why burnout slows it down)
- The surprising way your team actually benefits when you step away (without ‘cats away - mice will play’)
If you’...
Could your team secretly be dysfunctional without you even realising it?
In this episode, Joel unpacks the 5 key signs that reveal whether your salon team is cohesive, competitive, communal, or toxic. Discover how dysfunction quietly creeps into culture, how to measure it, and most importantly - how to shift your salon into high trust, accountability, and performance. &n...Are you or your team the reason your salon isn’t growing?
In this episode of the Salon Owners Collective Podcast, Larissa unpacks the 3 biggest roadblocks that stop salons from scaling- and the one powerful strategy that can help you break free and unlock unstoppable growth. If you’ve ever felt resentful being stuck on the floor, w...Sick days. Gossip. Disengagement. They’re not the root problem - they’re a symptom of a bigger leadership gap.
In this episode, Larissa Macleman and Coach Joel Bouzaid break down why your team might be quietly side-eyeing you, what they’re waiting for you to do, and how to reset your culture without endless “hard” conversations. We’ll cover...If your salon team leans on you for everything, you’re not leading- you’re bottlenecking.
Breaks down the 4 stages of salon growth and introduces a radical shift: trading in “doing” for communicating the future. Learn t...What do you do when your Salon team goes from 30 to 60 overnight?
I sat down with celebrity stylist and salon owner George Gonzalez, as he shares his journey through massive growth, team mergers, and fearless leadership. We talk about: - What he learned behind the scenes with Oprah WinfreyShould I sell my salon… or step up and scale?
It’s one of the hardest decisions a salon owner can face.
Larissa Macleman is joined by Coach Joel Bouziad to discuss the widening gap in the salon industry- between those thriving: growing, hiring, and opening second locations… and those quietly closing their doors. Read moreFeeling like you’re chasing your business instead of leading it?
Larissa Macleman shares why stepping away isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. Discover why white space is where million-dollar moves are made, and how to finally create the clarity and strategy your salon needs to grow beyond chaos. You'll also get an exclusive sneak peek into ou...Feeling drained after a day of clients? It’s probably not the work- it’s the energy you’re absorbing.
In this episode, Coach Joel Bouzaid breaks down how to handle complaining or negative clients without letting them hijack your day or your energy. Learn how to leadHiring apprentices is exciting- but only if they become valuable team members. So how do you spot a superstar junior early, and train them to be profitable- fast?
In this episode, Larissa chats with apprentice expert Amanda Tonge. Together, they uncover what makes a high-performing apprentice, how to structure your training for success, and how to get your juniors bringing in income from day...Is your team showing signs of burnout, disengagement, or just going through the motions?
In this episode of the Salon Owners Collective Podcast, Joel Bouzaid—Boardroom Mentor and leadership strategist inside Salon Mastery—dives deep into why team morale drops and what YOU can do to lift it. You’ll learn how to lead from the front w...If your calendar is maxed out, you're serving clients all week, and you feel chained to your business... it’s time to buy back your time.
In this episode, Larissa Macleman shares how to shift into the CEO seat, reclaim your time, and build a million-dollar business without burnout. You’ll learn:- What you...
What if you could motivate your team, spark growth, and improve performance… all in just 7 minutes?
In this episode, Coach Joel reveals a powerful leadership framework designed to transform your team meetings from a time suck into a game-changing tool for growth and engagement. You'll discover how to drive real motivation- and why ...When Your Top Performer Becomes the Problem
Ever had a top performer slowly morph into your biggest team challenge? In this episode, Larissa Macleman shares how to navigate tricky power dynamics without losing your best team member.You’ll learn:
- Why high performers can become disruptive
In this episode, Larissa Macleman is joined by Joel Bouziad to explore the ONE Queen Move salon owners must make to get unstuck- whether you’re facing decline, stuck in stagnation, or overwhelmed by growth.
Discover why incremental tweaks won’t cut it anymore, and how to identify and make your next strategic move that aligns with the modern salon landscape (and where clients + team...Do you find yourself avoiding “hard conversations” in your salon?
In this episode, Salon Owners Collective founder Larissa Macleman is joined by Dee Lang for a game-changing discussion on why salon leaders often get stuck- and how to reframe conflict. Discover:- Read more
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