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Are you struggling to keep your salon profitable? You’re not alone — and we’ve been there.

In this episode of Studio Make It Happen, Megan is joined by her husband Brad, an executive at Dana Corporation, to talk about how they turned things around after nearly losing the salon. From financial chaos to clarity, this is a behind-the-scenes look at what really goes into running a profitable salon — especially when pricing, product costs, tariffs, and business burnout hit all at once.

🎙️ What we cover:
– How we realized we were in trouble
– Brad stepping in to take over the finances
– The power of Salon Scale and client customizable pricing
– Raising prices without losing clients
– Head Spa implementation + increasing service value
– Real talk about ownership, partnerships, and mindset shifts

Whether you're a salon owner, stylist, or small business dreamer, this one’s packed with insight and honesty.

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This week on Studio Make It Happen, we’re diving into the real journey from rivalry to respect — how two stylists (and now podcast co-hosts) went from industry competition to creating a culture of collaboration.

🎙️ Inside this episode:
– The “mean girl” energy we’ve faced in the beauty world
– Why building a supportive salon culture matters more than ever
– How small-town salons (like ours in Findlay, Ohio) stack up to big-city beauty
– Real stories about relationships, tiny tattoos, and supportive husbands
– What’s actually going down in the break room

Whether you're a stylist, a salon owner, or just love hearing what happens when the doors close at your favorite beauty spot, this one's for you.

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In this episode of Studio Make It Happen, we delve into our experience with RG Cosmetics' innovative scalp analysis and head spa products. From a chance encounter at a Dallas show to incorporating AI-powered scalp health checks and Amazon Rainforest-sourced products into our salon, we share our journey. Please tune in to learn about the benefits, user experiences, and how these products are revolutionizing our approach to scalp and hair care. Perfect for managing oily scalps, post-beach hair, and extension maintenance. Not available on Amazon Prime! Join us as we explore the future of head spas.

00:00 Introduction: The Dallas Purchase
00:22 Discovering RG Cosmetics
01:03 The AI-Powered Scalp Analysis
02:45 Launching the Product
04:32 Personal Experiences and Testimonials
06:41 Understanding the Products
13:20 Professional Insights and Future Plans

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Welcome to Studio Make It Happen with Megan and Morgan, where we’re keeping it raw, real, and maybe sometimes a little random.

In our very first episode, you’re listening in as we literally figure this podcast out while recording it. There are tangents (hello ADHD and OCD), some squirrel moments, and lots of heart. We talk about why we started this podcast, how we ended up in beauty school, and how we’ve found empowerment in being honest with ourselves, with our clients, and with each other.

As Megan says,

“There are more layers to what you see in the salon.”
... And we’re here to peel some of those back!

Expect real talk, industry truths, some behind-the-chair drama, and a whole lot of love for our fellow stylists, salon owners, and anyone trying to make it happen.

Upcoming episodes will dive into:
- Owning a salon in 2025
- Connecting instead of competing with other stylists
- Inspiring the next generation of beauty professionals
- Sharing tutorials with clients
- Tariffs, roadblocks, and why beauty business isn’t always glam

We’re just getting warmed up — and we’re glad you’re here.

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Welcome to Studio Make It Happen — a podcast where real life meets salon life, and business gets personal.

We’re Megan and Morgan: stylists, moms, and big believers in figuring it out as you go — and making it happen anyway. From what actually works behind the chair to the mindset and business moves that keep the salon running, we’re sharing it all.

We’re opening up our world so that other stylists and salon owners feel seen, heard, and supported — through honesty, laughter, and a little salon drama (because let’s be real... it’s always there).

Whether you're here for the business insights, the beauty tips, or the behind-the-scenes chaos — there's something for everyone at Studio M.

Let’s make it happen.