SHOW NOTES: Episode: Confidence, Career & The Courage to Care with Clare Cross Guest: Clare Cross – Women’s Health Practitioner & Menopause Mentor Host: Joanne Halls, 'Your Confident Era' &' Boniface Hair and Beauty' In this episode: •How Clare found confidence through her nursing and women’s health career •The importance of compassion in building self-belief •How caring for others can sometimes drain your own cup — and how to refill it •Real-life stories from the salon chair to...

Your Hormones are moaning! Guest: Clare Cross – Women’s Health Practitioner & Menopause Mentor Host: Jo Halls, 'The Confidence Club', 'Boniface Hair and Beauty' & 'Your Confident Era'. In this episode: •Menopause myths & hormone truths (with humour & honesty) •Why women delay asking for help — and how to be brave enough to start •The link between hormones, mood, and confidence •Clare’s expert advice on HRT, natural support & “lady-garden” care •Simple daily habits that h...

In this episode: •Feed your glow with a collagen-rich chicken & carrot soup 🥣 •How collagen and beta carotene support healthy, radiant skin ✨ •Exfoliating with glycolic acid — what it does, best percentages & brands •Why peptides and retinol are your skin’s dream duo •Finding your perfect autumn coat by colour type & body shape 👗 Mentioned products: •The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution (£7.50) •Kiehl’s Ultra-Pure Glycolic Serum 9.8% (£24.60) •Medik8 Sleep Glycolic 10% ...

Confidence, Career & Teamwork with Asha Norfolk – Stylist, Mentor & Entrepreneur In this inspiring follow-up conversation, Jo chats with Asha Norfolk about her incredible journey from stylist to salon leader, business owner, and property investor. Asha, only 22, opens up about what it really takes to build confidence at every stage of your life and career. You’ll hear: How Asha turned passion into a thriving careerThe confidence lessons she’s learned through challenge and changeWh...

Salon Secrets for Thicker-Looking Hair with Asha Norfolk - Hair Artist & Extension Specialist If you’ve ever felt like your hair is thinning or lacking volume, this episode is for you. Jo is joined by the incredible Asha Norfolk, a leading hair artist and extension expert, to share the real salon secrets behind fuller, thicker-looking hair, without damage or drama. Together they dive into: ✨ What really causes thinning hair (and what to do first) ✨ The cutting, colouring, and layering...

In this episode of Your Confidence Era, I share my 10 top tips for thinning hair and hair loss, covering everything from nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle shifts, to styling tricks, medical treatments, and instant confidence boosts. We talk about: • Why hair loss happens at different stages of life (postpartum, perimenopause, stress, illness, ageing). • How diet and nutrients like protein, iron, B vitamins, and omega-3s support healthy hair. Why you should say no to blac...

Episode 4: Makeover Magic – Makeup, Hair & Colour for Your Energy In this episode of Your Confident Era!, we’re diving into the magic of transformation—how makeup, hair, and colour choices can instantly boost your energy and confidence. From skincare prep to face shape tricks, we’ll cover: ✨ The best makeup colours for your undertone ✨ Why skin prep makes or breaks your look ✨ Choosing hair colours that flatter your complexion ✨ Tweaking styles for your face shape & hair type ✨ How ...

The Power of Presence – Body Positivity, Dressing Your Shape & Embracing Quiet Confidence. Ever feel like no matter your size or shape, there’s always something you’d change? You’re not alone. In this episode of Your Confident Era! I’m breaking down body positivity in a practical, empowering way, one that helps you feel good in the body you have right now. We’ll explore: ✨ Why body positivity is really about respect, not perfection ✨ Outfit tweaks that balance curves, elongate lines...

In this episode of Your Confident Era, I explore the ripple effect of confidence, how it changes your resilience, opportunities, and overall wellbeing. We’ll talk about the difference it makes when you feel good about your appearance, the role of gratitude and rest in lowering stress hormones, and why your physical health is such a key part of showing up with confidence. I’ll even share a personal story from my recent visit to a Chinese doctor, and the surprising advice she gave me. What You’...

In this episode I welcome you to ‘Your Confident Era’, this is your space for style, colour, beauty, self-care and wellness. It’s where you’ll get simple, practical tips, a little bit of inspiration, and help to step into the most confident version of you! I can help you understand your colour type, dressing for your style personality knowing your body shape & proportions, your face shape, make up & hair advice, using colour psychology and chakra colours to dress for energ...