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Episode 5 · October 27, 2026 · 16 min

Let’s Talk Business: Yelp and Advertising

Inside this episode

In this episode, Keri and Julee share practical strategies for building a successful hairdressing business from scratch, emphasizing the importance of branding, online presence, and client engagement.

Key Topics

Starting a hair business from scratch

Using Yelp and Google for client acquisition

The importance of branding and visual presentation

Engaging with clients through compliments and social interactions

Effective use of social media and online reviews

Naming your business for easy recall

Choosing the right photos for your portfolio

Niche specialization versus general skills

Takeaways

Always look your best to attract clients.

Use Yelp and Google to find new clients and ask for reviews.

Name your business something memorable and easy to spell.

Show a variety of work on your social media to attract diverse clients.

Respond promptly to inquiries and reviews to build trust.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and episode overview

02:08

What to do if starting from zero

04:23

The power of appearance and talking about your hair

05:54

Branding and business name importance

07:02

Using Yelp and Chat GPT for client acquisition

09:10

Managing Yelp reviews and advertising budget

11:09

Choosing the right photos to showcase your skills

13:41

Specializing in your niche and saying no to unwanted work

14:40

Turning Yelp advertising on and off strategically

15:47

Summary and final tips for starting your hair business