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Beyond The Technique Podcast

by Kati Whitledge

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...

699: What are You Known For, with Kati Whitledge

18.06.2026 • 00:27:44

For salon and spa owners and leaders, branding is far more than a logo or color palette—it's the consistent experience, reputation, and message people...

698: Profit is Personal, with Nina Tulio

15.06.2026 • 00:34:12

Beauty industry speaker, consultant, and author Nina Tulio joins us today for an honest conversation about leadership, profitability, and the personal...

697: Never Burn a Bridge, with Kati Whitledge

11.06.2026 • 00:19:47

Kati's here to share the importance of protecting your reputation, maintaining integrity, and never burning bridges in business or life. Kati shares p...

696: Revamp Your Hiring Process, with Jessi Ivey

08.06.2026 • 00:24:11

In this episode of Beyond the Technique, Kati Whitledge sits down with salon owner, Jessi Ivey to break down the hiring strategies that helped grow a ...

695: How to Win Even When You're Losing

04.06.2026 • 00:22:47

Today, your host, Kati Whitledge shares how true winning isn't tied to perfect outcomes, but to the courage, discipline, and standards you maintain du...

694: The Heart of Hospitality, A Salon Owner's Story of Success

01.06.2026 • 00:24:19

In this episode, Kati sits down with top salon owner Sherri Belanger to explore "The Heart of Hospitality" and what it truly takes to create an elevat...