Episode Summary:

In this intimate and inspiring episode, Levarna sits down with her long-time hairdresser and now powerhouse salon owner, Hannah Stechman. From humble beginnings as a teen looking for a way out of school, Hannah's journey is one of transformation, self-discovery, and strategic growth. Now the proud owner of Splendid Hair, a cutting-edge home salon, and a brand ambassador for international haircare brands, Hannah opens up about the realities of burnout, the perks and challenges of running a home salon, building a dream team, and evolving creatively as a hairstylist and businesswoman.

Listeners will be treated to honest reflections, business-savvy insights, and empowering advice on how to build a thriving business rooted in authenticity, creativity, and freedom.

🎧 You'll Learn:

• How Hannah went from uncertain teen to pro stylist
• What makes her home salon feel like a true sanctuary
• Balancing personal and professional life at home
• Tips for boundaries and mindful salon design
• Building a creative, empowered team culture
• Using social media and aesthetics to attract clients
• Stepping into educator and ambassador roles
• Behind the scenes of her wedding styling biz
• Why supporting her team’s personal brands boosts the salon

💬 Notable Quotes

“If I was opening a salon on the main street, it would still look just like Splendid. This isn’t a garage with a chair in it—it’s a creative sanctuary.”

“Everything in my space is intentional. If it’s photo-worthy from every angle, clients will post. That’s free marketing.”

💡 Levarna’s Key Insights:

• When you help your team build their own personal brands, it builds your business too.
• Facing fear and discomfort is a sign you’re on the right track toward personal and professional expansion.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

• Splendid hair website: https://splendidhair.gettimely.com/

• Hannah Stech Hair https://www.hannstechhair.co.nz/

• Splendid Hair Instagram https://www.instagram.com/splendidhairnz/?hl=en

• Waitlist for the next intake of Book More Brides Artist Academy:

https://levarnabusinesscoach.mykajabi.com/bmb-artist-academy-waitlist

• Bridal Ad Mastery

https://levarnabusinesscoach.mykajabi.com/bridal-artist-collective

• Book More Brides Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16M6XuHnY1/

Connect with Levarna:

https://www.instagram.com/levarnabusinesscoach/

Connect with Hannah:

https://www.instagram.com/hannstech_hair/?hl=en

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