There are moments in every educator’s career when something nudges you.
Quietly at first, then persistently enough that you simply can’t ignore it anymore. For me, this episode was born from one of those moments.
Over the past several years, I’ve watched the world of hair color education shift dramatically.
Social media has amplified voices!
Some brilliant, some well-meaning, and some… well, let’s just say they’re confidently repeating urban legends with a ring light and a dream.
Daily, I see bite-sized “facts” drifting across screens, gaining momentum not because they’re true, but because they’re trendy.
And with every scroll, I feel the same tug inside:
There is a difference between influence and integrity.
And that difference matters.
I realized that if I stayed silent, I’d be allowing misinformation to slide into the minds of learners.
Learners who desperately want accuracy, clarity, and truth. Not drama. Not hype.
Not recycled chemistry mythology.
So, I sat down, turned on the mic, and committed myself to recording a message directly to the educators, the trainers, the influencers, and the content creators who genuinely care about the careers they impact.
Because here’s the part that inspires me:
There are so many incredible educators out there!
People who truly want to be a transformative force for salon professionals walking the pathway of professional hair color.
People who want to teach with intention.
People who want to elevate this craft with honesty and heart.
People who understand that education is not performance , it’s responsibility.
This episode is for you.
As you listen, you’ll hear a story woven with truth, a reminder of why we teach, and a challenge that might feel a little uncomfortable, because growth usually does.
You’ll hear the call to choose integrity over ignorance, accuracy over assumption, and clarity over convenience.
Because the learners who trust us deserve nothing less.
My hope is that this message ignites something in you:
A renewed commitment to the science.
A deeper respect for the craft.
And a passion to teach with the kind of authenticity that leaves a lasting imprint, not just on hair colorists, but on the industry itself.
If you’re someone who wants to make a difference…
If you’re someone who values truth over trends…
If you’re someone who wants to become the educator your younger self needed
then this episode was recorded with you in mind.
Press play.
Lean in.
Let’s elevate this profession together.
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