What is HairAid and how can a hairstylist actually change a life in one week? Ambrosia talks with Alannah Zilkowsky (HairAid project lead) and Corey/Hairdustry about HairAid's volunteer-led projects in Cambodia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Guatemala. Learn how teams teach core foundational haircuts in less than a week, why graduates can earn income immediately, who can volunteer (you don't need to be an educator), costs and logistics, real success stories, and why many stylists return feeling re-energized and burnout-free. If you've wondered how to use your salon skills for global impact, this is your playbook.

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To learn more about HairAid: https://hairaid.org.au/

1. HairAid is a volunteer-led charity that teaches core foundational haircuts in less than a week, so people in extreme poverty can earn income immediately.

2. You don't need to be an "educator" to serve basic skills. Willingness to follow HairAid's method, and a servant mindset are enough.

3. Projects operate in countries like Cambodia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Guatemala, partnering with local NGOs for lasting impact.

4. Students often experience their first formal education on day one, and by day's end they complete a live one-length cut with guidance.

5. The curriculum covers greeting, tools, sectioning, one-length, V-shape, long layers, round layers, graduated bob, and short cuts (adapted per location).

6. Impact is immediate: graduates open micro-salons, support families, and even return as translators/trainers, creating ripple effects.

7. Volunteers report personal transformation, learning presence, surrender, and gratitude, often returning re-energized and cured of burnout.

8. HairAid's logistics remove guesswork: pre-trip packets, packing lists, cultural notes, training videos, and on-ground induction day.

9. Typical projects host 12–18 volunteers; costs include a volunteer fee plus flights, many stylists fundraise via clients and salon events.

10. Common fears (cost, travel, "am I good enough?") are normal; pairing with experienced leads and teammates makes it manageable.

11. Service extends beyond the classroom: HairAid supports local social enterprises (hotels, eateries) to uplift the wider community.

12. Post-COVID rebuilding means fewer trips now, with more locations returning; connections on the ground help open future countries.

13. You can contribute even if you're not ready to travel: share the mission, sponsor a volunteer, or connect HairAid to credible local partners.

14. Bringing a spouse or friend is welcome, non-stylists can help with admin, cross-checks, or allied community projects.

1 5. Big picture: teaching a skill changes a life, restores dignity, and builds community, while reminding us why this industry matters.

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Your time is your most valuable and limited business asset. In this episode, Ambrosia Carey reveals how to calculate your true hourly rate, spot hidden time drains, and protect your schedule so your business actually works for you. Perfect for hairstylists, salon owners, and creative entrepreneurs ready to scale without burning out.

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Key Take-Aways:

1. No one talks about the one asset you can't raise… your time.

2.If you've ever spent hours prepping for a client just to break even, delivered amazing work that took more out of you than it gave back, it might be worthwhile to track you time.

3. Time is your most limited, non-renewable resource. Money can be replaced.

4. Time is the invisible labor in your business, from admin to prep, content creation, client communication, setup, cleanup, and everything in between.

5. Calculate how much time went into prep, during, and post. Then subtract taxes, fees, and costs which will bring your real return.

6. Hidden time costs are everywhere. From travel time you don't bill for, to client follow-ups on your days off, to team management and inventory issues, it all adds up.

7. Here's how to protect and optimize your time: Create repeatable processes, batch content and communication, schedule work during your best energy hours, use time-based pricing, and track your time for one week to see where your hours actually go.

8. Scaling isn't just adding clients, it's reclaiming time so you can build with intention.

9. If you're ready to protect your time, grab my free Time Audit Worksheet: a simple guide to help you track your real time costs, calculate your hourly return, and identify where your time is being underpaid or unaccounted for.

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