What if you built your salon around the life you actually want? Not what others expect.

In this Mini Moment, Samara, Jen, and Taryn from Brow Substance dive into the powerful (and often overlooked) question: What do you really want your business and life to look like?

From the pressure to “progress” into salon ownership, to the reality of balancing family, staff, and clients, this episode explores why success doesn’t always mean bigger. Sometimes the most powerful move is choosing a path that aligns with your values, your energy, and the season of life you’re in.

💡 In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How to map out what you want your life (and mornings, weekends, and energy) to look like
• Why salon ownership isn’t the only definition of growth or success
• The trade offs of scaling vs. staying lean, and how to know which is right for you
• Two different but equally purposeful paths from Taryn and Jen
• Why purpose driven decisions build stronger businesses and happier lives

This is your reminder to pause, reflect, and choose a business model that fuels your life, not drains it.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

01:18 Personal Experiences and Reflections

03:09 Balancing Business and Personal Life

03:58 Deciding on Business Expansion

07:03 Supporting Young People in the Industry

14:20 Final Thoughts and Advice

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