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The Conscious Salon
Nicola and Tessa
169 episodes
4 days ago
What if the gap between where you are and where you want to be is simply how fast you act on what you already know? In this episode, we sit down with salon owner and mother of two, Carla Crowley, whose quiet fire turned a spare room in Gembrook into a thriving clinic, a trusted team, and now a commercial property that will become her forever business home. Her success didn’t come from hacks or luck, but from decisive action, self-awareness, and a money system that turned stress into structure...
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What if the gap between where you are and where you want to be is simply how fast you act on what you already know? In this episode, we sit down with salon owner and mother of two, Carla Crowley, whose quiet fire turned a spare room in Gembrook into a thriving clinic, a trusted team, and now a commercial property that will become her forever business home. Her success didn’t come from hacks or luck, but from decisive action, self-awareness, and a money system that turned stress into structure...
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Entrepreneurship
Business,
Health & Fitness,
Mental Health
Episodes (20/169)
The Conscious Salon
Buying a commercial salon space - featuring Carla Crowley
What if the gap between where you are and where you want to be is simply how fast you act on what you already know? In this episode, we sit down with salon owner and mother of two, Carla Crowley, whose quiet fire turned a spare room in Gembrook into a thriving clinic, a trusted team, and now a commercial property that will become her forever business home. Her success didn’t come from hacks or luck, but from decisive action, self-awareness, and a money system that turned stress into structure...
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3 days ago
31 minutes

The Conscious Salon
Why I sold my skin clinic - featuring Rache Mahon
In this powerful conversation, Rachel Mahon shares her courageous decision to sell her high-performing skin clinic after eleven years in business and begin a new venture with her daughter, Soul Society. This isn’t a burnout story or a highlight reel. It’s a grounded, human reflection on identity, leadership, and letting go with integrity. From journaling a truth she didn’t want to face, to safeguarding her culture through a values-aligned buyer, Rachel walks us through how she honoured her te...
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1 week ago
35 minutes

The Conscious Salon
We put our Salon Manager in the hot seat
Freedom sounds amazing, until it bumps into your need to control every detail. In this episode, we sit down with Tae, our salon manager, to unpack how control quietly creeps into salon leadership, and what truly shifts when you replace micromanagement with trust. This isn’t theory, it’s lived experience. We get real about giving someone a title without real power, double-checking that crushed initiative, and the moment we realised our “supportive” words were actually restricting action. Tae s...
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2 weeks ago
23 minutes

The Conscious Salon
What you need to know about Salon Team Development Days
What if the key to building a strong, connected salon team before the silly season isn’t another checklist but honesty, pressure, and celebration? In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of our Life Ahead Team Development Day: a mix of raw journaling, a horror-themed escape room, and a practical debrief on communication, roles, and trust. It was messy, emotional, and incredibly powerful. The biggest surprise? How clearly our team patterns showed up, and how small shifts in language and...
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3 weeks ago
37 minutes

The Conscious Salon
How Jess Lewis went from a Home Salon to a Blonde Empire
The moment you meet Jess Lewis, you feel it: a rare mix of warmth, authenticity, and unstoppable drive that has made her a legend among millennial hairdressers across Australia. From humble beginnings in a home salon with her sister as an apprentice, Jess built one of the country’s most recognised blonde specialist salons, attracting clients who would travel hours for her craft. Her influence extends far beyond the salon chair. Jess pioneered live workshops that transformed the way stylists l...
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1 month ago
49 minutes

The Conscious Salon
We have to answer each other HONESTLY! NO SMOKE AND MIRRORS
Ever felt like your brand looks like a swan gliding gracefully across the water, while underneath your legs are thrashing just to stay afloat? In this episode, we dive straight into the “smoke and mirrors” that so many salon and clinic owners face: the glossy grids, pedestal leaders, and feel-good routines that often hide shaky numbers, wobbly culture, and leadership habits we’d rather not admit. No shame. No spin. Just truth, clarity, and the real power that comes from facing what matters....
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1 month ago
20 minutes

The Conscious Salon
Tess' Truth: An Abusive Relationship
In this vulnerable episode, Tess shares her story of a past relationship that left deep emotional scars, and the strength it took to walk away. She reflects on how grief made her more vulnerable, how the red flags were easy to dismiss, and the pivotal moment that gave her the courage to finally choose herself. Seven years on, Tess speaks with honesty about the lingering impact of shame and self-doubt, while also showing how her healing has given her a renewed sense of purpose. She opens up ab...
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1 month ago
27 minutes

The Conscious Salon
Listen to this when a team member resigns (pep talk)
That gut-wrenching moment when a team member resigns. We have all been there. The sinking feeling, the self-doubt, the questions about what this means for your business. You are not alone, and you do not have to navigate it from a place of panic. In this episode, we offer your emergency pep talk for when a resignation lands on your desk. We share our own vulnerable mistakes (yes, even the tearful clinging!) and the lessons that helped us shift from taking resignations personally to seeing the...
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1 month ago
18 minutes

The Conscious Salon
The Queen of Blondes: Amelia Jane's Journey from Home Salon to Empire
In this riveting conversation, Amelia Jane—known as Australia's Queen of Blondes—reveals the extraordinary journey behind her meteoric rise in the hair industry. What begins as a shocking revelation (she actually abandoned hairdressing for six years and once hated colouring hair) unfolds into a masterclass on resilience, reinvention, and authentic entrepreneurship. Four years ago, Amelia launched Milly the Space, naming it after her grandmother's nickname for her. With raw honesty, she recoun...
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1 month ago
49 minutes

The Conscious Salon
The Conscious Motherhood Experience - Tess' story
In this final episode of our Motherhood Series on The Conscious Salon Podcast, we close out with a deeply personal conversation as I (Nicola) interview my sister and co-host, Tessa. This time, Tess takes the hot seat as she shares her journey into motherhood, her experience of maternity leave, and the lessons she has learned about balance, presence, and control while running two thriving businesses. Tess is a business owner, mentor, stepmother, dog-mum, partner, and now mother to her little b...
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2 months ago
21 minutes

The Conscious Salon
I prioritised my salon over my baby
In this episode of The Conscious Salon Podcast, we continue our Motherhood Series with a very special conversation that turns the microphone onto one of our own. I sit down with my sister and co-host, Nicola Pollock, to unpack her deeply personal journey into motherhood while simultaneously running a salon during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Nicola shares what it was like to give birth in 2020, a time of strict lockdowns, curfews, and immense uncertainty. From the surreal experience o...
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2 months ago
26 minutes

The Conscious Salon
Business Dot Motherhood with Tegan Mac
In this episode of the Conscious Salon Podcast, we welcome Tegan Mac, a leader in the beauty industry, to discuss her journey through balancing a thriving business and motherhood. Tegan shares her personal experiences of pregnancy loss, the transition into motherhood, and how it has shaped her leadership style. The episode also explores the importance of authenticity in the beauty profession and provides a heartfelt glimpse into the emotional and practical challenges of merging bu...
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2 months ago
49 minutes

The Conscious Salon
Big BODA Moves with Martha Kourt
In this episode of The Conscious Salon, we had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with the powerhouse that is Martha Kourt - business owner, educator, and the creative force behind BODA. From the moment we began chatting, it was clear this was going to be a conversation that went far beyond surface-level business talk. We explored the mindset, strategy, and heart it takes to build a brand that not only succeeds but also truly reflects who you are. Martha shared openly about her journey in ...
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2 months ago
49 minutes

The Conscious Salon
Three's a Crowd with Tamara Reid
In this episode of The Conscious Salon, we’re thrilled to be joined by someone who has been walking beside us in business and friendship for many years - Tamara Reid. You might know her from her incredible work as the Head of Partnerships at Timely, her deep involvement in the professional hair and beauty industry, or from her own thriving business journey. This conversation is a raw and real look into what it actually means to navigate leadership, friendship and ambition as women - especiall...
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3 months ago
47 minutes

The Conscious Salon
MAMAhood with Sheridan-Rose Shaw
In this incredibly heartfelt episode of The Conscious Salon, we’re joined by someone who inspires us endlessly - Sheridan-Rose Shaw. Sheridan is the founder of Mama West, a creative leader, mentor, entrepreneur and now, a beautiful new mum. We’ve wanted to have this conversation with her for so long, and the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. We speak honestly about what it’s really like to navigate the early days of motherhood while running a business and leading a team. Sheridan shares...
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3 months ago
50 minutes

The Conscious Salon
This will change your team's productivity
In this episode of The Conscious Salon, we’re diving deep into one of the most important - and often overlooked - areas of salon success: team productivity during downtime. We’ve all been there - appointments shift, cancellations pop up, and before you know it, there’s an unexpected gap in the day. Instead of letting those moments drag you into a low-energy spiral, we’re here to flip the narrative and show you how to transform downtime into opportunity. We share what we’ve learned from years ...
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3 months ago
34 minutes

The Conscious Salon
Being money driven
Welcome to a transformative episode of the Conscious Salon podcast, where we explore the powerful theme of financial independence and empowerment for women. In a world where societal norms often dictate financial roles, we challenge these conventions and encourage women to embrace their financial ambitions unapologetically. Join us as we share personal stories, practical tips, and insights to help you navigate your journey to financial freedom. Whether you're a business owner or an employee,...
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3 months ago
35 minutes

The Conscious Salon
QUIZ: Understand your Leadership Archetype
In this episode of the Conscious Salon podcast, we dive into the challenges and growth opportunities for salon owners and leaders. We things off with some light-hearted banter about mum life and the chaotic attempts at recording the podcast. We reflect on past episodes and discuss the importance of embracing all versions of ourselves. The highlight of the episode is our 'Leadership Archetype Quiz.' We guide you through a series of questions designed to help you identify whether you're a reac...
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4 months ago
34 minutes

The Conscious Salon
Spotting RED FLAGS in team members
In this episode of The Conscious Salon Podcast, we dive into a conversation that every salon owner and team leader needs to hear - how to spot red flags in your team and what to do when they come up. If you've ever felt confused or blindsided by a team member’s behaviour, you're not alone. We’ve been there too. After years in leadership, managing a range of personalities and navigating the ups and downs of salon culture, we’re sharing our biggest lessons when it comes to recognising behaviour...
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4 months ago
26 minutes

The Conscious Salon
This is why you need a team retreat
In this very special episode, we recorded live from our annual Ahead Retreat – a two-day immersive mindset experience where we take our team out of the salon and into a dedicated space for growth, connection, and transformation. Every year, we press pause on the day-to-day and create space for our team to connect, reflect, and elevate. This retreat is not a reward – it’s a crucial part of our culture and the foundation of a conscious, connected, and high-performing team. In this episode, we s...
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4 months ago
37 minutes

The Conscious Salon
What if the gap between where you are and where you want to be is simply how fast you act on what you already know? In this episode, we sit down with salon owner and mother of two, Carla Crowley, whose quiet fire turned a spare room in Gembrook into a thriving clinic, a trusted team, and now a commercial property that will become her forever business home. Her success didn’t come from hacks or luck, but from decisive action, self-awareness, and a money system that turned stress into structure...