The Starting Messy Podcast
Misty Jayne
Recent Episodes
In this episode, Misty gets vulnerable about what it really looks like to build a career in education and coaching as a hairstylist — beyond what Instagram shows you. She breaks down the messy middle, the insecurities, the backwards steps, and the slow-burn confidence that has shaped her journey over the past six years.
Perfect for:
Hairstylists, salon owners, independent educators, new coaches in the beauty industry, and anyone trying to figure out if they’re “behind” (spoiler: you’re not).
As hairstylists and salon owners, clients trust us with more than their hair — they trust us with their stories, emotions, and vulnerability. But being a true “safe space” doesn’t just happen. It’s a skill. And for many of us? It's a skill we were not taught.
In today’s episode, Misty breaks down four powerful communication shifts that transformed her from a reactive communicator into the grounded, emotionally-intelligent coach and leader she is today. Whether you're navigating heavy conversations with clients, building stronger relationships with your team, or improving communication at home — these skills will change how you show up.
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In this conversation, Misty breaks down what consistency really looks like — not perfection, not hustle, not “do the most every day.” Real, sustainable consistency that builds trust with your clients, your audience, your business, and yourself.
Whether you’re behind the chair, growing your visibility, building a salon team, or trying to stick to your money plan… this episode gives you permission to show up imperfectly — and still create results.
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In this throwback episode Misty chats with Aly Mckinnon, a salon design and organizations coach who helps salon and suite owners nationwide to create the salon space of their dreams. Using aligned design and organizational systems she helps stylists to bring joy and ease into their day in the salon and help to attract their dream clientele.
Find more from Aly here: theorganizedhairstylist.com
In this episode, Misty Jayne sits down with salon business coach Kelly Cahen to unpack the toxic trend of shame-based money coaching — and why guilt and “tough love” won’t fix your financial patterns.
If you’ve ever felt judged for having debt, using credit cards, or not saving “the right way,” this conversation will help you breathe again. Misty and Kelly talk about:
💸 Why traditional money advice often fails hairstylists and salon owners
💬 How shame keeps you stuck in scarcity
🧠 The mindset shifts that actually create financial confidence
💪 How to build a plan that fits YOUR unique money story — without guilt or “shoulds”
Listen now to learn how to build wealth your way, ditch the guilt, and take back your financial power behind the chair.