The mirabellamindset’s Podcast

How to Make Salons Profitable Again

READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR SALON INTO A REAL BUSINESS? Join the Level Up Academy: https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply Nick Mirabella sits down for a raw, no-fluff conversation every salon owner needs to hear. Marine Corps veteran, salon owner, and founder of the Level Up Academy, Nick shares how he went from losing $100K+ in failed ad spend to building $180K/month in online retail and how he teaches salon owners to do the same. In this episode: - How Nick grew a salon from $200K to $1.2M in 60 months - The local SEO strategy that gets you showing up in every surrounding town - Why most salons are leaving money on the table without online retail - Google vs. Meta ads and why most people are running them wrong - How to build a team without the drama and walkouts - The Personal Economy: services, products and knowledge stacked together - His darkest business moment and how he rebuilt from zero - The mindset that separates the 0.1% who make it from everyone else ABOUT THE MIRABELLA MINDSET PODCAST Hosted by Nick Mirabella. Real stories, real strategy, and zero fluff for salon owners who are done playing small. CONNECT WITH NICK Website: https://nickmirabella.com Instagram: @nickmirabella TikTok: @nickmirabella Facebook: Nick Mirabella #SalonBusiness #SalonOwner #NickMirabella #MirabellaeMindset #LevelUpAcademy #HairSalon #SalonMarketing #GoogleAds #Shopify #SalonCoach #HairBusiness #SmallBusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset

From Behind the Chair to 7 Figures Step by Step

🔥 READY TO SCALE FROM 6 FIGURES TO 7 FIGURES? Apply now to work directly with Nick Mirabella and join The Level Up Academy: 👉 https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply [https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply] Welcome back to another episode of the Mirabella Mindset Podcast. In this episode, Nick Mirabella breaks down how to go from six figures to seven figures in the salon industry. This is a real, step-by-step look at what it takes to grow from stylist to business owner and build a profitable, scalable salon. If you feel stuck behind the chair or unsure how to grow without burning out, this episode gives you a clear path forward. What You’ll Learn: * The path from stylist to suite to micro salon to full business * Why micro salons are a powerful stepping stone * How to stop trading time for money using assistants * How to build a team that drives revenue * Why most million-dollar salons are not truly profitable * How to create additional income through education and digital products * How to attract and retain strong stylists * The mindset shift from stylist to business owner Key Takeaway: You do not build a seven-figure salon alone. You build a team, and the team builds the business. This Episode Is For You If: * You are a stylist ready to grow * You own a suite or small salon and feel maxed out * You want to build a team and scale your income * You want a clear plan instead of guessing Next Step: If you are ready to grow your salon and need help, apply to join The Level Up Academy: https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply [https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply] Connect with Nick: Instagram: @nickmirabella Website: https://nickmirabella.com [https://nickmirabella.com/] If this helped you, like, subscribe, and share it with someone in the industry. You are in an industry with huge opportunity. Now it is time to build a business that matches it.

Why Your Fear of Posting Is Costing You Clients

🚀 READY TO STOP PLAYING SMALL? Apply now to join The Level Up Academy and start building the salon, brand, and life you actually want 👉 https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply [https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply] 🎙️ Mirabella Mindset Podcast | Hosted by Nick Mirabella If posting content feels uncomfortable or intimidating, this episode is your wake-up call. Your fear of posting is costing you clients, money, and impact. In this episode, Nick breaks down why salon owners, stylists, and barbers struggle with content and how to fix it fast. This is not about going viral. This is about building trust and getting clients. Inside this episode: * Why fear of judgment is holding you back * How to turn client conversations into content * What actually drives clients from social media * Why saves and shares matter more than views * How to create content even if you hate being on camera The truth: People are looking for someone like you right now, but they are not finding you because you are not posting. This episode is for: * Salon owners, stylists, and barbers who want to grow * Anyone stuck overthinking content * Anyone who wants more clients and income Take action: Start posting. Keep it simple. Help people. And if you are ready to level up your business and income: 👉 Apply here: https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply [https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply] 📲 Follow and share with someone who needs this. #MirabellaMindset #SalonSuccess #HairStylist #SalonOwner #ContentMarketing #LevelUpAcademy

Top 3 Business Models for Salons That are NOT Illegal

READY TO LEVEL UP? If you’re serious about building a profitable salon and stepping into real ownership: 👉 Apply here: https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply [https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply] Are you running a salon… or just working inside one? In this episode of the Mirabella Mindset Podcast, Nick Mirabella breaks down the 3 core salon business models and what most owners and stylists are getting wrong. From commission salons to chair rental to the controversial revenue share model, this episode challenges how you think about ownership, profit, and growth. Inside This Episode: *  The truth about commission salons and why margins feel tight  *  Why chair rental is really a real estate play  *  The difference between 1099 and W-2 stylists  *  How the rev share model creates a win-win when done right  *  Why your team is your real client  Who This Is For: *  Salon owners who want more profit and control  *  Stylists thinking about going independent  *  Anyone ready to build a real business  Key Takeaway: There is no perfect model. The right one is the one you build correctly and lead the right way. Like, comment, and subscribe for more content on building a better salon business.

Salon Owners Are Wrong About “Poaching”

🚀 READY TO SCALE YOUR SALON AND BUILD A WINNING TEAM? Apply now to join The Level Up Academy 👉 https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply [https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply] Welcome to the Mirabella Mindset Podcast with Nick Mirabella. In this episode, Nick breaks down a controversial topic in the salon industry:  Is poaching stylists real? Or are salon owners missing the bigger picture?  In this episode, you’ll learn: *  Why poaching stylists is a myth  *  The real reason stylists leave salons  *  How to attract top talent without job boards  *  Why your stylists are your true clients  *  How to build a salon people never want to leave  *  The role leadership plays in retention and growth  Key takeaway: If your salon provides real opportunity, strong leadership, and clear growth paths, you do not lose great people. 👉 No one is stealing your staff. You either grow them or lose them.  Connect with Nick: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickmirabella [https://www.instagram.com/nickmirabella] Text (US/Canada): 908-808-4849 🎯 Want help growing your salon? The Level Up Academy helps you build a team, increase profit, and create a real business. Apply here 👉 https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply [https://nickmirabella.com/pages/apply] Like, subscribe, and share this with a salon owner who needs to hear it.