Get Poach'd

In this conversation, Jennessa discusses the importance of headhunting and recruiting in the salon industry. She shares her own experiences of hiring anyone who showed up and the challenges that came with it. Jennessa emphasizes the need to hire stylists who are already busy and passionate about their work. She challenges the belief that salon owners own their stylists and encourages a more supportive and collaborative approach. Jennessa explains that recruiting is about creating a community, getting to know other hairdressers, and offering them opportunities. She believes that stylists should have the freedom to choose the best job for them and that salons should raise the bar to meet their needs. Jennessa shares her own success in recruiting and encourages salon owners to embrace this practice.