In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia speaks to independent hairstylists who are tired of creating big New Year goals that fizzle out by February. Instead of another pretty planner that never gets used, Hunter walks you through the exact way he planned his most successful year so far and what needs to change if you want a 2026 plan that actually sticks.Whether you are aiming for more consistent income, a lighter schedule, or finally following through on the projects that have been sitting on your list for years, this conversation will help you create a plan that feels realistic, sustainable, and genuinely supportive of your life behind and beyond the chair.Key Takeaways📌 Create the plan you actually need Learn why most stylists either overshoot with impossible goals or choose what feels comfortable, and how to set targets that match your real numbers, capacity, and business season.📌 Set attainable goals you can work backward from Hear how to choose revenue and project goals that you can reverse engineer with simple math, so you know exactly what needs to happen month by month instead of guessing.📌 Focus on what the business truly needs Understand the difference between shiny ideas and the unglamorous projects that actually move the needle for bookings, retention, and profit.📌 Build inspiration and accountability into your year Get Hunter’s process for pairing discipline with built in motivation, check ins, and community support so you are not relying only on willpower when life gets busy.📌 Recalibrate instead of quitting on your plan Learn how to check in on your goals throughout the year, adjust when circumstances change, and tweak your targets without slipping into all or nothing thinking.Why You Should ListenIf you have ever bought a planner, written out beautiful goals, then lost momentum a few weeks later, this episode is for you. Hunter will help you create a 2026 plan that feels doable on your actual schedule, supports both your income and your energy, and gives you clear direction for the entire year instead of another burst of motivation that fades away.<a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'>Let&apos;s connect on Instagram!</a> <a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'>Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia speaks to independent hairstylists who are tired of creating big New Year goals that fizzle out by February. Instead of another pretty planner that never gets used, Hunter walks you through the exact way he planned his most successful year so far and what needs to change if you want a 2026 plan that actually sticks.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you are aiming for more consistent income, a lighter schedule, or finally following through on the projects that have been sitting on your list for years, this conversation will help you create a plan that feels realistic, sustainable, and genuinely supportive of your life behind and beyond the chair.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Key Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📌 Create the plan you actually need&lt;br/&gt;Learn why most stylists either overshoot with impossible goals or choose what feels comfortable, and how to set targets that match your real numbers, capacity, and business season.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📌 Set attainable goals you can work backward from&lt;br/&gt;Hear how to choose revenue and project goals that you can reverse engineer with simple math, so you know exactly what needs to happen month by month instead of guessing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📌 Focus on what the business truly needs&lt;br/&gt;Understand the difference between shiny ideas and the unglamorous projects that actually move the needle for bookings, retention, and profit.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📌 Build inspiration and accountability into your year&lt;br/&gt;Get Hunter’s process for pairing discipline with built in motivation, check ins, and community support so you are not relying only on willpower when life gets busy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📌 Recalibrate instead of quitting on your plan&lt;br/&gt;Learn how to check in on your goals throughout the year, adjust when circumstances change, and tweak your targets without slipping into all or nothing thinking.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Listen&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you have ever bought a planner, written out beautiful goals, then lost momentum a few weeks later, this episode is for you. Hunter will help you create a 2026 plan that feels doable on your actual schedule, supports both your income and your energy, and gives you clear direction for the entire year instead of another burst of motivation that fades away.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'&gt;Let&amp;apos;s connect on Instagram!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'&gt;Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia speaks to independent hairstylists who are tired of creating big New Year goals that fizzle out by February. Instead of another pretty planner that never gets used, Hunter walks you through the exact way he planned his most successful year so far and what needs to change if you want a 2026 plan that actually sticks. Whether you are aiming for more consistent income, a lighter schedule, or finally following through on the pro...

How To Create a 2026 Plan That Sticks

<a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/1896666/episodes/17189343'>Listen to &quot;Real Stories of 10k Months, Big Growth &amp; Bigger Confidence — Mastermind Roundtable&quot; HERE</a>In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia opens up about what happens after you hit your goals and still feel weirdly disconnected from your work. If your books are full, your revenue is steady, and you are technically “successful” but you feel numb, restless, or unsure what is next, this conversation is for you. Hunter and Jodie Brown talk honestly about using work as your only source of fulfillment, what happens when that rush wears off, and how to reconnect with your purpose without burning everything down.Whether you are tempted to blow up your business, keep overworking just to feel productive, or you simply feel off and cannot explain why, this episode will help you see what is really going on underneath. You will learn how to shift your focus toward a life that feels good outside of the salon, while still protecting and growing the business you worked so hard to build.Key Takeaways:💬 When success stops feeling exciting Why the early stages of growth feel so addictive, what changes once your income is stable, and why slow steady growth can feel disappointing even when it is exactly what you need. 🏠 Building a life outside of your business How Hunter realized he was using work to avoid his personal life, the shifts he made in therapy, and why your hobbies, relationships, and environment matter just as much as your booking rate.⏰ Trading revenue goals for time goals What to focus on once you have moved past “I do not know how I will pay this bill” and into sustained success, including how to think about getting your time back instead of only chasing higher numbers.🧱 Doing the boring work that actually scales Real examples of unsexy projects like tracking pre booking data over months, why these experiments feel dull in the moment, and how they quietly transform your long term sustainability. 🧠 Noticing self sabotage and disconnection How high achieving stylists unconsciously create chaos to feel something again, and what it looks like instead to make aligned decisions that support both your business and your personal life.Why You Should Listen:If your business looks good on paper but you do not feel how you thought you would feel at this stage, you are not alone. This episode gives language to that foggy disconnected season and offers a calmer path forward. You will walk away with a clearer picture of what you actually want next, how your business can support that vision, and small grounded changes that help you reconnect with your purpose again.<a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'>Let&apos;s connect on Instagram!</a> <a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'>Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/1896666/episodes/17189343'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Listen to &amp;quot;Real Stories of 10k Months, Big Growth &amp;amp; Bigger Confidence — Mastermind Roundtable&amp;quot; HERE&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia opens up about what happens after you hit your goals and still feel weirdly disconnected from your work. If your books are full, your revenue is steady, and you are technically “successful” but you feel numb, restless, or unsure what is next, this conversation is for you. Hunter and Jodie Brown talk honestly about using work as your only source of fulfillment, what happens when that rush wears off, and how to reconnect with your purpose without burning everything down.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you are tempted to blow up your business, keep overworking just to feel productive, or you simply feel off and cannot explain why, this episode will help you see what is really going on underneath. You will learn how to shift your focus toward a life that feels good outside of the salon, while still protecting and growing the business you worked so hard to build.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key Takeaways:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;💬 When success stops feeling exciting&lt;br/&gt;Why the early stages of growth feel so addictive, what changes once your income is stable, and why slow steady growth can feel disappointing even when it is exactly what you need. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🏠 Building a life outside of your business&lt;br/&gt;How Hunter realized he was using work to avoid his personal life, the shifts he made in therapy, and why your hobbies, relationships, and environment matter just as much as your booking rate.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;⏰ Trading revenue goals for time goals&lt;br/&gt;What to focus on once you have moved past “I do not know how I will pay this bill” and into sustained success, including how to think about getting your time back instead of only chasing higher numbers.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧱 Doing the boring work that actually scales&lt;br/&gt;Real examples of unsexy projects like tracking pre booking data over months, why these experiments feel dull in the moment, and how they quietly transform your long term sustainability. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧠 Noticing self sabotage and disconnection&lt;br/&gt;How high achieving stylists unconsciously create chaos to feel something again, and what it looks like instead to make aligned decisions that support both your business and your personal life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Why You Should Listen:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If your business looks good on paper but you do not feel how you thought you would feel at this stage, you are not alone. This episode gives language to that foggy disconnected season and offers a calmer path forward. You will walk away with a clearer picture of what you actually want next, how your business can support that vision, and small grounded changes that help you reconnect with your purpose again.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'&gt;Let&amp;apos;s connect on Instagram!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'&gt;Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Listen to "Real Stories of 10k Months, Big Growth &amp; Bigger Confidence — Mastermind Roundtable" HERE In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia opens up about what happens after you hit your goals and still feel weirdly disconnected from your work. If your books are full, your revenue is steady, and you are technically “successful” but you feel numb, restless, or unsure what is next, this conversation is for you. Hunter and Jodie Brown talk honestly about using wo...

How To Reconnect With Your Purpose When You Feel Disconnected (for High Achievers)

In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia and guest Jodie Brown share advanced marketing moves for stylists who are already booked and want to keep growing. If you feel like you have hit a glass ceiling with pricing and demand, this conversation shows the next level strategies that help you attract higher ticket clients and earn more without adding more days behind the chair. Whether you are ready to build an email list, test video consultations, or put a small budget behind ads, you will learn how to layer new systems onto what already works so your growth is not capped by the algorithm or your calendar. Key Takeaways:📚 Lead magnets that capture the right clients Offer a simple guide that solves a real problem for your ideal client, collect the email, and use that owned channel to nurture interest until they are ready to book. Include affiliate links when it makes sense for added revenue. 🎥 Video consultations that close Treat video consults like a true sales call that builds trust and helps clients commit to higher ticket services. Test paid versus free to see what brings the best leads for your market. ✉️ Email nurture that does the follow up for you Build a short automated sequence that addresses pain points, answers objections, and shows next steps so clients move from curious to confident without extra manual work. 💳 Paid ads when the organic ceiling hits Use a small geo targeted budget to promote your best-performing content or lead magnet so you reach more of the exact people who are likely to book with you. 🧪 Test then scale You already have proof that your core marketing works. Add one advanced lever at a time, measure results, and scale the winners so your time and money go further. Why You Should Listen:If you are booked yet want more freedom and higher earnings, this episode gives you a practical path to grow beyond the chair hours you have now. You will leave knowing which advanced strategy to try first and how to set it up quickly using the momentum you already have. <a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'>Let&apos;s connect on Instagram!</a> <a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'>Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia and guest Jodie Brown share advanced marketing moves for stylists who are already booked and want to keep growing. If you feel like you have hit a glass ceiling with pricing and demand, this conversation shows the next level strategies that help you attract higher ticket clients and earn more without adding more days behind the chair. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you are ready to build an email list, test video consultations, or put a small budget behind ads, you will learn how to layer new systems onto what already works so your growth is not capped by the algorithm or your calendar. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Key Takeaways:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📚 Lead magnets that capture the right clients&lt;br/&gt;Offer a simple guide that solves a real problem for your ideal client, collect the email, and use that owned channel to nurture interest until they are ready to book. Include affiliate links when it makes sense for added revenue. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎥 Video consultations that close&lt;br/&gt;Treat video consults like a true sales call that builds trust and helps clients commit to higher ticket services. Test paid versus free to see what brings the best leads for your market. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;✉️ Email nurture that does the follow up for you&lt;br/&gt;Build a short automated sequence that addresses pain points, answers objections, and shows next steps so clients move from curious to confident without extra manual work. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;💳 Paid ads when the organic ceiling hits&lt;br/&gt;Use a small geo targeted budget to promote your best-performing content or lead magnet so you reach more of the exact people who are likely to book with you. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧪 Test then scale&lt;br/&gt;You already have proof that your core marketing works. Add one advanced lever at a time, measure results, and scale the winners so your time and money go further. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Listen:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you are booked yet want more freedom and higher earnings, this episode gives you a practical path to grow beyond the chair hours you have now. You will leave knowing which advanced strategy to try first and how to set it up quickly using the momentum you already have. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'&gt;Let&amp;apos;s connect on Instagram!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'&gt;Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia and guest Jodie Brown share advanced marketing moves for stylists who are already booked and want to keep growing. If you feel like you have hit a glass ceiling with pricing and demand, this conversation shows the next level strategies that help you attract higher ticket clients and earn more without adding more days behind the chair.  Whether you are ready to build an email list, test video consultations, or put a smal...

Advanced Strategies To Grow Clientele and Un-Cap Your Income

In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hunter Donia and Jodie Brown tackle a very real problem for stylists who are over social media yet still want consistent results. Hunter reframes consistency as a non negotiable business task and breaks down the root causes that keep stylists from posting. You will hear simple ways to remove those blockers so showing up becomes practical instead of perfect. Whether your book has new gaps or you just do not feel like posting, this conversation gives you a repeatable plan. From building a light marketing structure to batching captions first and pairing visuals later, Hunter shows how to keep the faucet on without burning out. Key Takeaways:🧭 Treat consistency like a business essential Think of posting as a faucet you keep on to drive results now and later. 🧱 Remove the four big blockers Time and energy burnout, lack of results, overthinking, and weak systems are common and solvable. 🗂 Build a simple plan you trust Create a basic marketing plan, know your topics, and batch captions first so pairing photos is easy. 📸 Make content collection effortless Take photos at every appointment to signal pride in your work and strengthen client loyalty. ✍️ Post without overthinking Your photo and caption do not need to match perfectly. Focus on getting valuable words out. 🧰 Use ready to go tools Templates and caption starters reduce friction so you can post faster and more often. ⏳ Short term sacrifice for long term gain A season of steady posting creates the demand and freedom you want later. Why You Should Listen:If social feels exhausting and your results have slowed, you will leave with a realistic plan to stay consistent and a few quick switches that make posting doable on your busiest weeks. Then go post something today before the day ends. <a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'>Let&apos;s connect on Instagram!</a> <a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'>Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hunter Donia and Jodie Brown tackle a very real problem for stylists who are over social media yet still want consistent results. Hunter reframes consistency as a non negotiable business task and breaks down the root causes that keep stylists from posting. You will hear simple ways to remove those blockers so showing up becomes practical instead of perfect. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether your book has new gaps or you just do not feel like posting, this conversation gives you a repeatable plan. From building a light marketing structure to batching captions first and pairing visuals later, Hunter shows how to keep the faucet on without burning out. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Key Takeaways:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧭 Treat consistency like a business essential&lt;br/&gt;Think of posting as a faucet you keep on to drive results now and later. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧱 Remove the four big blockers&lt;br/&gt;Time and energy burnout, lack of results, overthinking, and weak systems are common and solvable. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🗂 Build a simple plan you trust&lt;br/&gt;Create a basic marketing plan, know your topics, and batch captions first so pairing photos is easy. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📸 Make content collection effortless&lt;br/&gt;Take photos at every appointment to signal pride in your work and strengthen client loyalty. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;✍️ Post without overthinking&lt;br/&gt;Your photo and caption do not need to match perfectly. Focus on getting valuable words out. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧰 Use ready to go tools&lt;br/&gt;Templates and caption starters reduce friction so you can post faster and more often. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;⏳ Short term sacrifice for long term gain&lt;br/&gt;A season of steady posting creates the demand and freedom you want later. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Listen:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If social feels exhausting and your results have slowed, you will leave with a realistic plan to stay consistent and a few quick switches that make posting doable on your busiest weeks. Then go post something today before the day ends. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'&gt;Let&amp;apos;s connect on Instagram!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'&gt;Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, Hunter Donia and Jodie Brown tackle a very real problem for stylists who are over social media yet still want consistent results. Hunter reframes consistency as a non negotiable business task and breaks down the root causes that keep stylists from posting. You will hear simple ways to remove those blockers so showing up becomes practical instead of perfect.  Whether your book has new gaps or you just do not feel like posting, this conver...

How To Stay Consistent On Social Media When You’re Over It

In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia brings a real roundtable of hairstylists to share what is actually working for last minute cancellations and no shows. You will hear how peers use cards on file, when they charge the fee, when they waive it, and how they communicate without burning bridges. This is a practical look at boundaries and grace so you can protect your time and income with confidence. Whether you are tightening policies for high ticket services or navigating edge cases with loyal clients, you will learn simple scripts and decision points that keep relationships intact while keeping your book running smoothly. Key Takeaways:💳 Card on file that clients accept How stylists position the requirement, what pushback looks like, and why it filters for clients who respect your time. 🧾 When to charge the fee Clear lines for no shows, case by case choices for late cancels, and how direct communication after a first strike sets expectations. 🧠 Boundaries with grace Where stylists make exceptions, how loyalty and circumstances matter, and how to avoid the trap of endless exceptions. 🗣 Scripts that work What to say when a new client refuses to leave a card and what to send after a missed appointment so the next step is clear. 🚫 When to block and move on Signs it is time to stop online booking for a client and how to close the loop professionally. Why You Should Listen:If last minute gaps and no shows are draining your revenue and energy, this conversation gives you peer tested ways to prevent them and a plan for what to do when they happen. You will leave with policy language you can use today and the confidence to enforce it without losing the clients you want to keep. Connect with these stylists on Instagram below:Stephanie Lantgen: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/manereflection_stephlantgen/'>@manereflection_stephlantgen</a>Jordana Lorraine: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/jordanalorraine_hairstylist/'>@jordanalorraine_hairstylist</a>May Luu: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/mayidoyourhair/'>@mayidoyourhair</a>Gina Vernamonti: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/luxestudiobygina/'>@luxestudiobygina</a>Samantha Hathaway: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/hairbysamanthahathaway/'>@hairbysamanthahathaway</a>Kelsi Morrison: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/kelsimhair/'>@kelsimhair</a><a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'>Let&apos;s connect on Instagram!</a> <a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'>Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia brings a real roundtable of hairstylists to share what is actually working for last minute cancellations and no shows. You will hear how peers use cards on file, when they charge the fee, when they waive it, and how they communicate without burning bridges. This is a practical look at boundaries and grace so you can protect your time and income with confidence. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you are tightening policies for high ticket services or navigating edge cases with loyal clients, you will learn simple scripts and decision points that keep relationships intact while keeping your book running smoothly. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Key Takeaways:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;💳 Card on file that clients accept&lt;br/&gt;How stylists position the requirement, what pushback looks like, and why it filters for clients who respect your time. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧾 When to charge the fee&lt;br/&gt;Clear lines for no shows, case by case choices for late cancels, and how direct communication after a first strike sets expectations. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🧠 Boundaries with grace&lt;br/&gt;Where stylists make exceptions, how loyalty and circumstances matter, and how to avoid the trap of endless exceptions. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🗣 Scripts that work&lt;br/&gt;What to say when a new client refuses to leave a card and what to send after a missed appointment so the next step is clear. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🚫 When to block and move on&lt;br/&gt;Signs it is time to stop online booking for a client and how to close the loop professionally. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Why You Should Listen:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If last minute gaps and no shows are draining your revenue and energy, this conversation gives you peer tested ways to prevent them and a plan for what to do when they happen. You will leave with policy language you can use today and the confidence to enforce it without losing the clients you want to keep. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with these stylists on Instagram below:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Stephanie Lantgen: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/manereflection_stephlantgen/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;@&lt;/b&gt;manereflection_stephlantgen&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Jordana Lorraine: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/jordanalorraine_hairstylist/'&gt;@jordanalorraine_hairstylist&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;May Luu: &lt;/b&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/mayidoyourhair/'&gt;@mayidoyourhair&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Gina Vernamonti:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/luxestudiobygina/'&gt;@luxestudiobygina&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Samantha Hathaway:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/hairbysamanthahathaway/'&gt;@hairbysamanthahathaway&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Kelsi Morrison:&lt;/b&gt; &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/kelsimhair/'&gt;@kelsimhair&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://instagram.com/hairbyhunty'&gt;Let&amp;apos;s connect on Instagram!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.hunterdonia.com/tour'&gt;Join us on the Modern Hairstylist Tour!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia brings a real roundtable of hairstylists to share what is actually working for last minute cancellations and no shows. You will hear how peers use cards on file, when they charge the fee, when they waive it, and how they communicate without burning bridges. This is a practical look at boundaries and grace so you can protect your time and income with confidence.  Whether you are tightening policies for high ticket servic...

How Stylists Are Handling Last Minute Cancellations and No Shows in 2026

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