What if your salon could be known for more than just great hair?

In this heart filled episode, we sit down with Nicki from Salon Purpose. A salon owner who built her entire business model around kindness, integrity and impact.

From starting in a 15 square metre backyard salon to leading a 19 staff team and raising over $100,000 through her “With Love” campaign, Nicki shares how purpose has shaped every decision she's made. And why that purpose is her biggest accountability.

She opens up about the fears she had around numbers, how she only works one day a week on the floor, and why your legacy isn’t built in the big moments, but in the small ones. Whether you’re solo or managing a team, this episode will inspire you to lead with your heart, without losing sight of the numbers.

💡 What you'll learn:

• How to lead a values-driven salon without burning out
• What profit-for-purpose actually looks like in action
• Ways to embed generosity into your business from day one
• Smart systems for training and team management
• How to create a connected team culture, even with 19 staff

⏱ Episode Timestamps

00:00 Episode Summary

02:34 Nicki's Journey to Salon Purpose

04:50 Building a Purpose Driven Salon

07:11 From Home Salon to Expanding Business

11:25 Creating a Community Focused Salon

19:51 Managing a Growing Team

29:22 The With Love Campaign and Giving Back

32:57 Overcoming Personal Challenges to Start a Business

33:23 The Importance of Knowing Your Numbers

34:27 Financial Security and Purpose Driven Profit

35:09 Training and Team Management

39:58 Generosity Beyond Finances

49:18 Building a Supportive Work Culture

54:09 Final Thoughts on Generosity and Business

This isn’t just a salon story, it’s a blueprint for building a business that changes lives. Press play now and get inspired to lead with purpose.

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons—helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

🛍️ Head to Timely and use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer.

💛 Ready to Finally Feel Confident with Your Salon Finances?

We created Rising Finances Online for salon owners just like you:

If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by your numbers, this is your moment. Rising Finances Online will guide you step by step to understand your money, pay yourself properly, and plan for the future – without the stress.

✨ It’s designed specifically for salon owners, with easy-to-follow modules that bring clarity, confidence, and real results.

🛍️ Head to RFO to join today and start transforming your finances.

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Ever feel guilty for stepping away from the salon floor to work on your business? You’re not alone.

In this Mini Moment, Jen is joined by Sherri to unpack why taking time off the tools isn’t just okay, it’s essential. They share real talk about charging your worth, tracking every dollar, staying inspired, and avoiding the burnout spiral so many salon owners fall into.

🎧 Listen now to learn:

• Why working smarter beats working harder every time
• The hidden costs draining your profits (and how to fix it)
• The burnout signs you’re ignoring right now
• How to create space for creativity and growth
• Simple systems to make business life feel easier

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:49 Working Smarter, Not Harder

01:59 Tracking Costs and Managing Stock

05:01 Financial Hacks and Spending Wisely

08:11 Social Media and Creative Processes

14:47 Avoiding Burnout and Self-Care Tips

20:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Step away from the chair, breathe, and remember: building your dream business takes more than just doing clients. You’ve got this ❤️

✨You weren’t meant to run your salon and lead your team alone.

Rising Finances Online gives salon owners with a team the tools, strategies, and confidence to master their finances and lead with clarity.

✨ Sign up today and start leading with confidence -RFO

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Mini Moment Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons—helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

🛍️ Head to Timely and use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer.

Ever felt trapped by the very business you built?

In this powerful episode, Ashlin from The Elk Collective shares why she walked away from her 10 staff salon to build a thriving home based business aligned with her life and purpose.

She opens up about the burnout of running a big team, the pressure to look “successful,” and how coming back to her why transformed her work, family life, and finances. If you’ve ever wondered if there’s another way to do business, this conversation will give you courage.

🎧 Listen now to learn:

• Why bigger isn’t always better in business
• How to redefine success on your own terms
• Practical financial tips for salon owners
• The mindset shifts that brought her peace and joy again

👉 Tap play to feel inspired to build a business that works for you.

00:00 Episode Summary

01:41 Welcome to the Inner Sanctum

03:13 Ashlin's Journey: From Home Salon to Elk Collective

05:23 The Challenges of Managing a Growing Team

08:00 Rebranding and Returning Home

11:34 Balancing Business and Family

21:54 Financial Realities and Mental Health

34:00 The Transition to a Home Based Salon

40:30 Creating a Balanced Work Environment

40:50 The Role of Key Team Members

46:50 Delegation and Team Dynamics

49:26 Financial Lessons and Strategies

51:54 Planning for Financial Stability

1:06:32 The Importance of Future Planning

1:08:40 Overcoming Industry Challenges

1:13:24 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons—helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

🛍️ Head to Timely and use the code SALONRISING at checkout to claim the offer.

💛 Ready to Finally Feel Confident with Your Salon Finances?

We created Rising Finances Online for salon owners just like you:

If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by your numbers, this is your moment. Rising Finances Online will guide you step by step to understand your money, pay yourself properly, and plan for the future – without the stress.

✨ It’s designed specifically for salon owners, with easy-to-follow modules that bring clarity, confidence, and real results.

🛍️ Head to RFO to join today and start transforming your finances.

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Timely