podcast

Beyond The Technique Podcast

by Kati Whitledge

709: Get Up, Get Out, and Gain Experience

23.07.2026 • 00:27:51

Are your stylists and service providers building their careers through real-world experiences—or just watching everyone else's on social media? In thi...

708: Heal the Industry, with Ashlee Vance

20.07.2026 • 00:31:18

Discover how salon owner and mentor Ashley Vance is leading a movement to heal the beauty industry by addressing burnout, mindset, and the leadership ...

707: Stop Planning, Start Swimming

16.07.2026 • 00:24:35

Today, your host Kati Whitledge encourages salon and spa owners to leap into the deep end, reminding leaders that building a dream business requires h...

706: Four Pillars to Becoming a Powerful Educator

13.07.2026 • 00:30:46

For salon, spa, and beauty industry educators, great facilitation is about more than sharing information—it's about creating experiences that people r...

705: I've Retired From Salon Ownership Part One

09.07.2026 • 01:09:34

This episode is deeply personal. Kati Whitledge shares the unfiltered story behind her decision to retire from salon ownership after building, growing...

704: Pioneering QOAT with Industry Disrupter, Alfredo Lewis!

06.07.2026 • 00:37:58

In this episode of Beyond the Technique, Alfredo Lewis shares his incredible journey from aspiring actor to celebrity hairstylist, educator, corporate...

703: Lessons I've Learned Having Over 140 Employees

02.07.2026 • 00:24:09

Today, your host, Kati Whitledge shares the five biggest leadership lessons she learned after leading more than 140 employees over 16 years as a salon...

702: Never Lose Sight of Your Vision

29.06.2026 • 00:26:19

What happens when a salon owner stays true to their vision—even when it requires making difficult decisions and navigating unexpected challenges? In t...

701: The Gap Between Good and Great Stylists, with Kati Whitledge

25.06.2026 • 00:19:34

Today, your host, Kati Whitledge breaks down the five key differences between good stylists and truly great stylists, revealing why talent alone is ne...

700: Hire Better, Stronger, Faster!

22.06.2026 • 00:34:00

In this milestone 700th episode of Beyond the Technique, Kati Whitledge interviews beauty industry innovator and Tippy co-founder Terry McKim about th...