Episodios

  • Introducing: The Contra-indications Nail Directory
    Jan 16 2026

    On this week's episode, Dawn sits down with returning guest Rhian Dore to discuss her brilliant new resource: The Contra-indication Nail Directory. A key resource for Nail Technicians, this directory helps identify a range of contraindications they may encounter with their clients.

    Get access through a FREE SunShine Training account here: https://www.sunshinetraining.co.uk/Login-Portals.php

    Insync has competitive nail technician insurance policies to cover you and your work. You can browse them here: https://www.insyncinsurance.co.uk/hair-beauty-insurance/nail-technician-insurance/

    Insync Insurance Solutions Ltd © is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, where our reference number is 766691.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:19) - Welcome Back Rhian!
    • (00:01:38) - What is the Contra-indications Nail Directory?
    • (00:04:33) - Protect Yourself by Keeping up to Date with Nail Issues
    • (00:05:45) - There's a Development of Allergies to Nail Products on the Rise
    • (00:09:29) - What's the most Common Nail Issues a Nail Tech could come across?
    • (00:14:00) - This is the Nail Directory for everyone!
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    16 m
  • The Missing Gap for Practitioners
    Nov 28 2025

    This week, Rosie Kefford joins the podcast to discuss her experiences and how Niche Beauty Education bridges the gap between certifying in beauty treatments and running your own business.

    Listen in to find out how you can fill the gaps when it comes to going out on your own; from marketing yourself to accounting, Rosie has the answers that you don't get on your course.

    Check out her training here: https://www.thebeautyeducator.co.uk/

    Insync has competitive hairdressing professional insurance policies to cover you and your work; browse them here: https://insyncinsurance.co.uk/hair-beauty-insurance/

    Insync Insurance Solutions Ltd © is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, where our reference number is 766691.

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    18 m
  • Insight into Insync Partnerships
    Oct 10 2025

    This week, we have a returning guest, Leeanne Hill, to talk about how to work with us here at Insync. She talks about how the Partnerships works, benefits your company and work with a range of clients; both commercial and beauty-based.

    Read more about our Partnerships Programme: https://insyncinsurance.co.uk/partnerships/

    Book a Discovery Call with Leeanne: https://calendly.com/leeanne-hill/partnership-callback

    Insync Insurance Solutions Ltd © is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, where our reference number is 766691.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:49) - Introduction to Leeanne
    • (00:01:53) - What is Partnerships at Insync?
    • (00:03:43) - How Insurance and Risk Management Works
    • (00:05:27) - How can you get involved with us at Insync?
    • (00:07:42) - We work with all types of Businesses
    • (00:08:49) - What has previous Partners said about working with us?
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    12 m
  • How to Become an Accessible Hairstylist
    Sep 26 2025

    This week's episode explores a crucial aspect of the Hairdressing industry: Client Accessibility. Dawn sits down with the Signing Hairdresser, Jo Haywood, who shares her journey of learning BSL and how she accommodates her clients' needs. Perfect for those who want to upgrade their services and learn sign language.

    Learn more about her services here: https://www.instagram.com/johaywood.hair/

    Insync has competitive hairdressing professional insurance policies to cover you and your work; browse them here: https://insyncinsurance.co.uk/hair-beauty-insurance/

    Insync Insurance Solutions Ltd © is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, where our reference number is 766691.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:28) - Introduction to Jo Haywood
    • (00:00:56) - What are the benefits to being an Inclusive Hairdresser?
    • (00:02:25) - How can people make their Hairdressing services more accessible?
    • (00:05:20) - Learning Sign Language can be Easy
    • (00:10:34) - Kindness puts everyone at Ease
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    13 m
  • Salonpreneur - The Brand-New Industry Magazine
    Jun 27 2025

    We get an inside peek into the NEW Beauty Industry magazine - Salonpreneur! Dawn speaks with Sue Davies, Magazine Diretor & Industry Veteran- all about this exciting new publication as well as her life experiences and a brilliant networking event called Salon Business Connect - happening this October.

    Sign up to Salonpreneur here: https://salonpreneurmagazine.co.uk/

    Insync has competitive beauty professional insurance policies to cover you and your work; browse here: https://insyncinsurance.co.uk/hair-beauty-insurance/

    Insync Insurance Solutions Ltd © is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, where our reference number is 766691.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:29) - Sue Davies Introduces Herself and Her Background
    • (00:03:56) - Sue Breaks Down What the Magazine will Include
    • (00:08:40) - We Stress the Importance of Collaboration in the Beauty Industry
    • (00:11:53) - Sue Explains the Benefits of the Magazine and Salon Business Connect
    • (00:16:11) - Magazine Release and Event Tickets are Live!
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    19 m
  • Insights into Being a Salon Owner
    May 9 2025

    This week's episode we chat with Laura Bell, Salon Owner of 25 years and Beauty Industry Mentor, to chat about her experiences from being new in the industry to running her second successful salon. Listen in for her tips to running a Salon, it's never what you think!

    Insync has competitive salon owner insurance policies to cover you and your work; browse here: https://insyncinsurance.co.uk/hair-beauty-insurance/salon

    Insync Insurance Solutions Ltd © is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, where our reference number is 766691.

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    18 m
  • The Future of Aesthetics
    Apr 25 2025

    In this special 50th episode, we chat about the Future of Aesthetics, with all three guests discussing the problems practitioners face today, in the future and what can be done to future-proof your career. This is not to be missed!

    Meet The Panelists:

    Fiona Macaskill: https://aestheticsbusinesscoach-ydy.co.uk/ , https://www.facebook.com/ydyaestheticsbusinesscoaching

    Victoria Walker: https://gibraltarmedispa.com/ , https://www.facebook.com/GibraltarMediSpa

    Rhian Dore: https://www.sunshinetraining.co.uk/ , https://www.facebook.com/SunshineTrainingEquipment

    Insync offers competitive Aesthetics insurance that can be tailored to your business needs, check them out here: https://insyncinsurance.co.uk/aesthetic-insurance/

    Insync Insurance Solutions Ltd © is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, where our reference number is 766691.

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    45 m
  • Getting into Hairdressing
    Mar 14 2025

    We've invited Kate Holohan, an expert hairdresser and trichologist, back to discuss her beginnings and her advice for those looking to get into Hairdressing. This is a key episode for those new to the industry or considering switching career paths.

    Check out her brilliant podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ShaG4PnQcyxuOaF2HILH0

    Insync has competitive hairdressing insurance policies to cover you and your work, browse here: https://insyncinsurance.co.uk/hair-beauty-insurance/mobile-hairdressing/

    Insync Insurance Solutions Ltd © is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, where our reference number is 766691.

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    21 m
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