You know that person who makes sure that their crystals are bathed in moonlight every New Moon and introduces themselves as their sign.  The guru who is always the most zen but is the first one to bite your head off because the second they feel anything negative, it’s your fault.  This person is not the intended audience for this blog post, they won’t even think they need to read it, this one is for us conscious humans who often think to ourselves “am I the asshole?”

Welcome to the Struggle Bus, dear hairdressers, where your brain is the driver, and the route is paved with unverified assumptions. Here’s a free ticket: "I can't raise my prices because my clients can't afford it." Sound familiar? This bus takes you on a scenic tour of self-imposed limitations, with no real evidence to support the journey. Let's debunk these myths and reroute to Reality Road.

Today, I want to dive into a topic that often gets misunderstood but is crucial for your development as successful salon owners and leaders - understanding the role of Ego in our professional journey, especially in the realm of emotional intelligence.