I never set out to become a salon business coach. In fact, like many of you, I started out with a dream—a dream of creating a salon that would be different, one that would empower stylists, foster creativity, and build a community. I envisioned a space where people could thrive, not just in their careers but in their lives. But the reality of running a salon quickly set in, and it wasn’t long before I found myself caught in the very grind I had promised myself I would avoid.