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Booked & Blooming - The Beauty Business Podcast

Booked & Blooming - The Beauty Business Podcast

By: Grant Kantsios
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Real-world marketing, SEO, automation, and growth strategies for salon owners, spa owners, estheticians, lash artists, spray tan professionals, and beauty entrepreneurs who want to consistently book more clients, increase local visibility on Google and Apple Maps, and turn their business into a predictable, fully booked system—not a constant hustle for appointments.

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Episodes
  • Unlocking Business Growth: Ivy’s Top Five No-Cost Strategies for Salon Owners
    Aug 19 2026

    Welcome back to the Booked & Blooming Beauty Business Podcast! In today’s episode, Grant reconnects with Ivy Potter from Innove Beauty and Wellness, a 20-year veteran of the tanning and beauty industry, educator, and business consultant. Drawing from her extensive experience as a salon owner, industry ambassador, and now a champion for fellow business owners, Ivy dives deep into the tried-and-true strategies that can ignite growth for any beauty business—without breaking the bank. Together, Grant and Ivy explore five actionable, low- or no-cost methods to better market your business, strengthen customer relationships, and expand your reach locally. Get ready to take notes as they reveal insider tips—from leveraging local brand ambassadors to maximizing your Google Business Profile—designed to help you stand out and thrive in your community.

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    57 mins
  • Building a Franchise Empire: Onyi Shares Lessons From Glow Tanning’s Explosive National Growth
    Jul 1 2026

    Welcome to this episode of the Booked & Blooming Beauty Business Podcast, where we dive deep into the journey of Onyi, the visionary behind Glo Tanning—one of the fastest-growing franchises in the wellness and beauty space.

    With over 16 years of experience, Onyi shares his unique path from nursing school to becoming a beauty industry leader, the lessons learned from selling and rebuilding his business, and the innovative strategies that led Glo to unprecedented growth and zero store closures.

    From the power of recurring revenue models and employee ownership programs to breakthrough branding and scaling secrets, Onyi’s story is packed with actionable insights for anyone in the beauty business—whether you’re just starting out, scaling up, or ready to revolutionize your approach.

    Tune in for inspiration, practical advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build a thriving, resilient beauty brand.

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    47 mins
  • Selling, Starting Over, and Scaling Up: Entrepreneur Insights From Lauren Abrams
    Jun 3 2026
    Welcome back to the gohappybeauty podcast! In today’s episode, host Grant Kantsios sits down with Lauren Abrams, the founder of Spray Tans by Lauren, to explore her impressive journey through the spray tan industry. With nearly 15 years of experience, Lauren Abrams shares how she built her first business from scratch in Atlanta, sold it, pursued exciting opportunities in the film and bridal industries, and ultimately launched a successful second venture. Tune in to hear Lauren Abrams discuss the evolution of spray tanning, the importance of patience and self-care in business growth, strategies for attracting clients in competitive markets, and her advice for those looking to turn a passion into a thriving brand. Whether you’re considering starting your own beauty business or looking for inspiration to take your existing business to the next level, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world wisdom.
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    56 mins
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