0016 - Why I Chose to Step Away from Big Brand Education

Transitioning from Brand Educator to Independent: My Journey

In this episode of the Empowered Stylist Podcast, host Angie Mamone shares her personal journey from working over a decade as an educator for a major brand in the beauty industry to becoming an independent educator. Despite having a rewarding career that allowed her to make incredible connections, gain vast knowledge, and accumulate unique experiences, Angie ultimately decided to step away to align more closely with her personal and career aspirations. She discusses the challenges and internal conflicts she faced, the realization that teaching brand-oriented haircuts and colors was limiting, and her desire to focus on techniques that offered real-life salon success. Angie highlights the importance of understanding how to teach, not just knowing how to do hair, and encourages listeners to evaluate their own paths in education carefully, whether that means sticking with brand education or exploring independence. The discussion concludes with Angie expressing her excitement for developing digital education and hosting in-person classes again in a new education facility.

00:00 Introduction to the Journey of Independent Education

01:38 The Beginnings of a Beauty Educator's Career

01:49 The Path to Becoming a Paul Mitchell Educator

03:41 The Realities of Brand Education and Personal Growth

06:46 The Decision to Step Away from Brand Education

10:23 Embracing Change and the Impact of COVID-19

12:22 The Transition to Digital Education and Future Plans

13:03 Advice for Aspiring Educators: Brand vs. Independent Education

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