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.

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