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The Beautiful Hustle

By Phillip Procopio and Jessica Saunders

Connecting the heart to the hustle of the beauty industry
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A few of our favorite things

The Beautiful HustleApr 03, 2023

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A few of our favorite things

A few of our favorite things

This week we sit down for an easy, breezy episode talking about a few of our favorite, non branded, non product items for the salon and spa.

Apr 03, 202346:36
3 Hard Truths: Part 3 - They're All Leaving

3 Hard Truths: Part 3 - They're All Leaving

This week we conclude our series, 3 hard Truths, with "They're All Leaving". 

Mar 13, 202358:49
3 Hard Truths: Part 2 - It's You Babe!

3 Hard Truths: Part 2 - It's You Babe!

Part 2 of our 3 part series, 3 Hard Truths.  

Mar 06, 202301:19:12
3 Hard Truths: Part I - We're NOT a family

3 Hard Truths: Part I - We're NOT a family

Join us for our new series, Three Hard Truths. In today's episode Jessica and Phillip talk about the very common phrase, We're a family.  


Follow us on instagram @phillipprocopio @jessica406saunders

Feb 24, 202340:57
What this younger generation is searching for...flexibility

What this younger generation is searching for...flexibility

This week we discuss our 2nd topic in our series, What is this younger generation looking for in the workplace. We cover the topic of flexibility...how much can we give in an appointment based industry.
Feb 17, 202359:25
Quiet Quitting

Quiet Quitting

This week we sit down and talk about the hot topic....Quiet Quitting! 

Follow us on instagram @phillipprocopio and @jessica406saunders

Jan 30, 202345:39
Season 4, Let's GO!!!!

Season 4, Let's GO!!!!

Welcome to season 4 of the Beautiful Hustle!  This season we are diving into the tough topics that are facing our rapidly changing industry. 

New episode every Monday!

Follow us on instagram @phillipprocopio and @jessica406saunders

Jan 23, 202316:42
Commission VS Booth Rental

Commission VS Booth Rental

In today's episode we talk the top 5 reasons stylists leave a commission salon for booth rental.

Jun 21, 202201:07:13
Catch Up with Us

Catch Up with Us

This week we sit down and just catch up with Phillip and Jessica. 

May 23, 202201:03:16
We're talking boundaries, and so much more with Naomi Dove, Deron Edwards, & Tiffany Quick

We're talking boundaries, and so much more with Naomi Dove, Deron Edwards, & Tiffany Quick

This week, Phillip was at a conference for all the North American Educators and caught up with Deron Edwards @deron.edward.hair , Naomi Dove @avedaitgirl #avedaitgirl , and Tiffany Quick @poisonviolet007


May 09, 202256:19
Our Most Asked About Topics Part 2

Our Most Asked About Topics Part 2

We're sitting down again and talking about our most asked about topics.  This week it's the hot topic all over social media...PTO, Vacation, Sick Time.  Times are changing and our industry needs to catch up. 

Apr 18, 202244:49
Our Most Asked About Topics Part 1

Our Most Asked About Topics Part 1

This week we sit down and talk about our most asked about topics.  This week we talk about the dreaded Dress Code.  We also dive into the question of "My team is lazy, what do I do?"  If you've ever thought that...you definitely want to tune in,.

Apr 04, 202251:15
The One About Hiring

The One About Hiring

This week we tackle the massive topic of hiring!  We go through 3 of the 4 stages of hiring; Pre-Recruiting, Recruiting, and The Interviews.  The 4th part, onboarding, we will discuss in another episode. 

If you have any questions or need help with your hiring process, please reach out on instagram @phillipprocopio or jessica406saunders or you can email us thebeautifulhustlepodcast@gmail.com

Mar 21, 202201:14:16
Get inspired with Erin Thompson

Get inspired with Erin Thompson

This episode is sure to make you laugh and leave you inspired as a leader. Erin opens up about her personal and professional journey through the beauty industry. Be sure to follow us @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio to stay in the loop with The Beautiful Hustle Podcast.
Mar 09, 202201:26:54
Colorbar Conversations with Erin Blume

Colorbar Conversations with Erin Blume

Today Phillip sat down with Aveda Artist Erin Blume.  

Donate to justice & Soul on instagram @justiceandsoul or justiceandsoul.org

Follow Erin @erin_blume

Follow us @phillipprocopi @jessica406saunders

Feb 28, 202226:10
Storytime #9

Storytime #9

We're back with your favorite...Storytime!!!  

Submit your craziest story from behind the chair to thebeautifulhustle@gmail.com or on instagram @phillipprocopio @jessica406saunders

Feb 21, 202222:58
The heart of Aveda Education, Wendy Prior

The heart of Aveda Education, Wendy Prior

Today we sat down with North American Director of Education, Wendy Prior.  

Feb 14, 202249:07
Raising Prices...when, how, why!

Raising Prices...when, how, why!

This week Jessica and Phillip talk about the hot topic at the moment...Raising Prices.  

Jan 31, 202254:39
Colorbar Conversations with Aline Knee and Chris Black

Colorbar Conversations with Aline Knee and Chris Black

Today is the first episode of our new segment, Colorbar Conversations.  Here we get to know Aveda Artists and talk color!  

Today I'm joined by Aline Knee and Chris Black, London colorists and educators. We catch up with the two artists and talk about the new Next Generation of Full Spectrum Permanent Vegan Haircolor Treatment. 

Hope over to instagram and give us all a follow

@phillipprocopio

@alineknee

@chrisblackaveda

Jan 25, 202220:07
An episode you'll want to Steele some ideas from! Special Guest Matt Humphrey

An episode you'll want to Steele some ideas from! Special Guest Matt Humphrey

This week we are sitting down with Matt Humphrey, owner of Steele Salon and Spa, as well the infamous Steele Barbers in Seattle, WA.  

Make sure to follow us on instagram 

@phillipprocopio

@jessica406saunders

and while you're there...

@steelebarberseattle

@steelebarberballard

Jan 17, 202259:12
Season 3, Let's go!

Season 3, Let's go!

We're back for season 3 of The Beautiful Hustle!  Today we are catching up with Jessica and Phillip with what they've been up to for the past 4 months and what's on the horizon for 2022

Jan 10, 202241:47
PIVOT!!!

PIVOT!!!

This week we are sitting down to catch up and talk about how to pivot when a project doesn't go as expected for needs to change. 

Aug 23, 202134:12
Your Qs, our As

Your Qs, our As

This week we answer your questions you've sent into us.  If you have any questions you want us to answer on air, DM us on instagram @thebeautifulhustlepodcast or email us at thebeautifulhustlepodcast@gmail.com

Aug 03, 202146:31
Should you hire friends? Yes and...

Should you hire friends? Yes and...

This week we sit down and discuss how to navigate hiring friends to work for you and what happens when you become friends with your team members. 

Jul 19, 202141:11
The Winds of Change

The Winds of Change

On this week's episode, we catch up with some big changes in both Jessica and Phillip's lives and careers!  

Follow us on instagram @thebeautifulhustlepodast @phillipprocopio @jessica406saunders

Jul 05, 202152:35
Post Pandemic Burnout

Post Pandemic Burnout

This we are talking about the massive, influx of guests coming into salons and how to avoid the B word...Burnout!

Jun 16, 202155:11
Yummy Gummies - Haley Chipman and Megan Greenhalgh from Bella Lash

Yummy Gummies - Haley Chipman and Megan Greenhalgh from Bella Lash

Today with talk with  Haley Chipman and Megan Greenhalgh from Bella Lash.  We talk about their new wellness supplements that we are obsessed with and what's next for Bella Lash!

May 31, 202156:05
Storytime # 5

Storytime # 5

Your favorite, our favorite...Storytime.  This week took from the Aveda Artist Education Group on Facebook and these stories did not disappoint. 

May 11, 202126:04
Grace Hand Tied Extensions with Patricia Nowakowski

Grace Hand Tied Extensions with Patricia Nowakowski

We are sitting down with the founder of Grace Hand Tied Extensions, Patricia Nowakowski.  We loved Patricia so much we had to have her on again.  

Apr 26, 202152:23
Clubhouse Bonus Episode - Lessons In Leadership

Clubhouse Bonus Episode - Lessons In Leadership

We have a bonus episode this week from our first Clubhouse.  If you're on clubhouse follow Jessica and Phillip for more casual talks on everything salon and spa...from leadership and culture to profit and finances

Apr 15, 202157:59
Let your light shine and your skin Glow with Megan Ulrichs

Let your light shine and your skin Glow with Megan Ulrichs

Today we are joined by Global Luxury Oils founder, Megan Ulrichs. 

Instagram - @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @glo_luxury_oils

www.thebeautifulhustlepodcast.com

Apr 12, 202101:12:26
Opulence and Grace with Patricia Nowakowski

Opulence and Grace with Patricia Nowakowski

This week we are joined by leader and creator or Opulent Beauty and Grace Hand Tied Extensions.
Mar 30, 202149:03
Do more with what you've got

Do more with what you've got

Today we catch up on what's been happening with Jessica and Phil.  They also talk about practical, measurable ways to increase your service dollars and revenue. 

Mar 22, 202159:07
Borboleta Beauty with Kimberly Jaynes & Cassie Dow

Borboleta Beauty with Kimberly Jaynes & Cassie Dow

On today's episode, we sit down with Borboleta Beauty Founder Kimberly Jaynes and Sales Director Cassie Dow.  We talk about Kimberly's journey in creating Borboleta, new products from the company and how they handles a turbulent industry during a global pandemic.  

Head over to our instagram for giveaway details.

And follow Borboleta @borboleta.beauty

Mar 08, 202157:57
Storytime #4

Storytime #4

We're here for another great story time! We want to hear your thoughts on instagram!
Follow us on instagram @thebeautifulhustlepodcast
Mar 01, 202147:38
Growing Your Guests

Growing Your Guests

This week we sit down and talk about growing your guests.  We talk a little bit of social media, traditional marketing vs. modern, designing your dream guest and how new stylists can build their clientele quickly.   We also talk about Jessica and Phillip's new work out routines and Phillip is starting to date again.

Feb 22, 202101:09:25
Aliens and Mermaids
Feb 15, 202132:26
Be Here With The Intention To Learn - Special Guest Kristin Rankin

Be Here With The Intention To Learn - Special Guest Kristin Rankin

This week we are joined by "The Dress Code Project" Founder, Kristin Rankin.  We sat down this week to discuss gender neutral pricing...how, when, and why!  

Follow Kristin on instagram @kristinrankinhair

The Dress Code Project @thedresscodeproject


Feb 08, 202101:03:09
Her Natural Hair Re Air

Her Natural Hair Re Air

Todays episode we are re-airing not only our favorite, but your favorite. This is our interview with Global Director of Texture for Aveda, Renee Gadar.

Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Feb 01, 202101:06:33
The Year of the Consultation

The Year of the Consultation

Jessica and Phillip sit down to talk about consultations and their importance.

Click here for the Consultation Game Phillip talks about

Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Jan 25, 202101:06:48
Ronnie Appel from Aura Salonware

Ronnie Appel from Aura Salonware

Welcome Ronnie Appel from Aura Salonware.  Our industry's newest, premium All-In-One Software that solves real salon problems.

Jan 18, 202155:36
Story Time #3

Story Time #3


Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Jan 11, 202132:30
New Years Vibes

New Years Vibes

Jessica and Phillip sit down to talk about 2021 and their professional, personal and podcast goals.  

Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Jan 04, 202154:21
The Nature of Guest Relationships - Session 3 Virginia Meyer

The Nature of Guest Relationships - Session 3 Virginia Meyer

Join us for the finale of our three part series with Virginia Meyer.  Start the new year with new vision and be ready to take on 2021.

Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Jan 03, 202101:04:37
Mastery - Session 2 with Virginia Meyer

Mastery - Session 2 with Virginia Meyer

Join us for part two of our three part series with Virginia Meyer.  Start the new year with new vision and be ready to take on 2021.

Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Jan 02, 202146:38
Fact vs Fiction - Virginia Meyer Series Session 1

Fact vs Fiction - Virginia Meyer Series Session 1

Join us for a three part series with Virginia Meyer.  Start the new year with new vision and be ready to take on 2021. 

Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Jan 01, 202154:27
Chocolate dipped in mayo? with Phellipe Lutterbeck

Chocolate dipped in mayo? with Phellipe Lutterbeck

This week we chat with our second international guest, Phellipe Lutterbeck.  We talk all things social media and being an international aveda artist. . Check him out on Instagram @iamlutterbeck

Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Dec 28, 202036:55
Serious Business with Debra Neill-Baker and Carol Augusto

Serious Business with Debra Neill-Baker and Carol Augusto

BONUS EPISODE!!!
This week we sit down with the co founders of the Serious Business Conference, Debra Neill-Baker and Carol Augusto.
We take a dive into what goes into organizing the annual conference...from choosing speakers, the theme and what the 2021 conference will look like amid a global pandemic.
For updates and more info on the conference visit their instagram @seriousbusinessconf
Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio
To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website
Dec 24, 202053:17
Mister Butter Voice, Deron Edward

Mister Butter Voice, Deron Edward

This week we learn about the platform of video work with Deron Edward. He walks us through his journey shares some tips on creating great video content. Check him out on Instagram @deron.edward.hair 

Give us a follow @thebeautifulhustlepodcast @jessica406saunders @phillipprocopio

To learn more about the The Beautiful Hustle Podcast check out our website

Dec 21, 202001:08:50
Being Social with Tatum Neill

Being Social with Tatum Neill

This week we are joined by Elevate Hair Founder, Aveda Artist and social media guru, Tatum Neill.

Dec 14, 202053:47
Be You, Do you, For you.

Be You, Do you, For you.

We're excited to start out Social Media Series with none other than THE Aveda It Girl, Naomi Dove.
Follow Naomi on instagram @avedaitgirl
and follow us as well @thebeautifulhustlepodcast
Dec 07, 202059:43
Storytime #2

Storytime #2

Join us this week as we share your stories from behind the chair and in your treatment rooms.  Send us your stories: DM us on instagram @thebeautifulhustlepodcast or email us thebeautifulhustlepodcast@gmail.com

Nov 30, 202024:50
Her Natural Hair Would Have Never Been Seen with Renee Gadar
Nov 16, 202001:05:41
Unconscious Bias

Unconscious Bias

Today we dive into a topic that can be a little uncomfortable for some.  Hopefully this episode will start the conversation in your salon and spa and begin dialogue that will create a safe space for all hair textures. 

Nov 09, 202047:46
Story Time
Nov 02, 202028:03
The Pixicut, Covid series
Oct 26, 202033:49
Dung Palace in Nepal with Antoinette Beenders, Aveda

Dung Palace in Nepal with Antoinette Beenders, Aveda

We are so honored and excited to bring you our final interview for our brand take over weekend with Aveda. We had a great time speaking with Antoinette Beenders, the Vice President of Global Professional Artistry. Follow Antoinette on instagram @antoinettebeenders
Oct 25, 202053:52
Cutting One Hair At A Time with Ricardo Dinis, Aveda
Oct 24, 202040:39
The Power of a Whisper with Rene Gadar, Aveda
Oct 24, 202041:59
Confidently Non Confident with Janell Geason, Aveda
Oct 24, 202048:44
Gas stations, laundry mats and casinos with Ian Michael Black, Aveda
Oct 23, 202048:47
One comb, one brush, two clips with Bea Carmichael, Aveda
Oct 23, 202041:24
Let A Free Bird Fly with Keri Davis-Duffy
Oct 19, 202057:05
The C Word

The C Word

Today Jess and Phillip talk about "The C Word"...COVID-19. Join them as they talk about how Phillip moved and started with a new company in the middle of quarantine, how Jess went from traveling 4 days a week to being a stay at home mom with a toddler, and how they are navigating the unknown.
Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and follow us on instagram @thebeautifulhustlepodcast.
Until next time, Stay beautiful and keep hustling.
Oct 12, 202047:48
Invisible Hair Flip

Invisible Hair Flip

It's time for Phillip to be in the hot seat. Join us as Jessica interviews Phillip and we get to learn about his childhood, how he became a hair dresser and what's next for him.
Don't for get to follow us on instagram @ thebeautifulhustlepodcast
And until next time, STAY BEAUTIFUL AND KEEP HUSTLING
Oct 08, 202024:53
Ladies First

Ladies First

Welcome to the first episode of The Beautiful Hustle! Before we dive into the salon and spa industry, we want to introduce ourselves. Phillip is interviewing Jessica so you can get to knower her better.
Don't forget to follow us on instagram @thebeautifulhustlepodcast
Until next, STAY BEAUTIFUL AND KEEP HUSTLING.
Oct 05, 202028:11
The Beautiful Hustle Trailer

The Beautiful Hustle Trailer

Join us as we begin The Beautiful Hustle Podcast.  Subscribe to stayed updated with the latest interviews from industry leaders, thoughtful conversations and some fun.  Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. And don't forget to follow us on instagram @thebeautifulhustlepodcast

Sep 21, 202001:51