Info

Beyond The Technique Podcast

Welcome to the Beyond The Technique podcast with Kati Whitledge. We exist to support beauty & wellness pros and your growing team and business. We believe it's what you do beyond the technical aspects of your craft that will bring substantial success. We promise to bring you the most forward-thinking industry topics to help you consistently grow and develop yourself and your business.
RSS Feed Subscribe in Apple Podcasts
Beyond The Technique Podcast
2025
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2024
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2023
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2022
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2021
December
November
October
September


2020
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2019
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2018
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2017
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2016
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February


All Episodes
Archives
Now displaying: May, 2025
May 26, 2025

In this powerful and raw episode, Lisa Giles, founder of Straight Out of Cosmo, shares her deeply personal journey from a vocational school hairstylist to salon owner, educator, and industry disruptor. She opens up about overcoming trauma, embracing authenticity, and how hairstyling gave her purpose, healing, and the platform to help others do the same. From launching and closing her first app to building a revolutionary education platform for real-life stylists, Lisa’s story is a masterclass in resilience, mindset, and redefining success in the beauty industry. If you're a beauty pro seeking inspiration, real talk, and tools to grow personally and professionally, this episode is a must-listen.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/0XYWRL5nFxo

 

GET MY BOOK!

From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book 

 

POWERED BY: 

JOIN mya! joinmya.com

 

FOLLOW LISA GILES

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeoflisag/ 

Website: https://lifeoflisag.com/ 

 

LET’S CONNECT!

BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique

MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/ 

 

SPONSORS

Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/ 

 

Join the ‘Smarter Room’ Mastermind with Jay Williams!
Click Here to Learn More: https://thejwco.com/a-smarter-room/

May 19, 2025

In this episode, we welcome Siobhan McCaffrey from Phorest Salon Software to uncover what truly goes through a client’s mind before they book with a new salon. She shares the crucial metrics that signal why some salons stall in growth—and how to fix the breakdowns in your buyer’s journey before they hurt your bottom line. Plus, stick around until the end to hear how you can join our FREE exclusive event designed to help you stay ahead of the curve!

JOIN OUR FREE WEB EVENT: https://joinmya.com/from-click-to-chair 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/En41P52Ga-M

 

GET MY BOOK!

From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book 

 

POWERED BY: 

JOIN mya! joinmya.com

 

FOLLOW PHOREST SALON SOFTWARE

Get a Demo: https://www.phorest.com/us/demos/siobhan-mccaffrey/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phorestsalonsoftware/ 

 

LET’S CONNECT!

BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique

MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/ 

 

SPONSORS

Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/ 

 

Join the ‘Smarter Room’ Mastermind with Jay Williams!
Click Here to Learn More: https://thejwco.com/a-smarter-room/

May 12, 2025

In today’s episode, our founder and host Kati Whitledge reveals how beauty pros can earn six figures by mastering the business side of being behind the chair. She shares proven strategies for building a loyal, high-spending clientele that keeps coming back and spends more each visit. If you’re a salon owner who wants your team to boost retention and retail sales, this is the episode to share!

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/MNoLaC9dG0o

 

GET MY BOOK!

From First Date to Forever; How to Market Like A Matchmaker: https://joinmya.com/from-first-date-to-forever-book 

 

POWERED BY: 

JOIN mya! joinmya.com

 

LET’S CONNECT!

BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique

MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/ 

 

SPONSORS

Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/ 

 

Join the ‘Smarter Room’ Mastermind with Jay Williams!
Click Here to Learn More: https://thejwco.com/a-smarter-room/ 

 

Qnity’s “The Fill” Conference

Visit fillbyqnity.com and use code MYA20 for 20% off your registration!

May 5, 2025

We are joined today by global educator and curl specialist Aaron Scott Lacy, who shares his powerful industry journey and the mindset that’s helped him rise without needing external validation. Aaron opens up about what balance looks like in his life, how he defines true success, and the intentional approach he brings when teaching groups of all sizes and experience levels. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new behind the chair, this conversation offers rich insight into serving guests with all hair types. If your salon is committed to excellence in textured hair service, this is a must-listen.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/nrUHfDYjpJc

 

POWERED BY: 

JOIN mya! joinmya.com

 

FOLLOW AARON SCOTT LACY
Website: https://www.aaronscottlacy.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronscottlacy/ 

Email: aaronscottlacy@gmail.com

 

LET’S CONNECT!

BTT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthetechnique

MYA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/join_mya/ 

 

SPONSORS

Join the PBA: https://www.probeauty.org/ 

 

Join the ‘Smarter Room’ Mastermind with Jay Williams!
Click Here to Learn More: https://thejwco.com/a-smarter-room/ 

 

Qnity’s “The Fill” Conference

Visit fillbyqnity.com and use code MYA20 for 20% off your registration!

1