The Hard Truth About Starting a Business with Mitchell Scott

12/09/2025 20 min Temporada 1 Episodio 10
The Hard Truth About Starting a Business with Mitchell Scott

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In this episode, Michael Van Clarke sits down with principal stylist Mitchell Scott to reflect on what it really takes to open and run a salon. Michael looks back at being 27 and leaving behind a successful career at John Frieda’s flagship salon to start up his own salon, without quite realising the stress and sacrifice that would shape his first decade in business.From clashing over cancellation policies and the changing client experience of the 70s and 80s, to navigating million-pound investments, sleepless nights, and the sheer relentlessness of being a business owner, Michael and Mitchell explore the lessons learned along the way. They also debate the future of salons: franchises, partnerships, and why strong structures and engaged teams make all the difference.Follow Michael Van Clarke: @mvanclarkeFollow Mitchell Scott: @mvc_mitchelltscottCredits: Producers: Michael Van Clarke, Louise Ortelli, Louise Oakley & Ben Lifton Editor: Ben Lifton from Big Little Content Production Coordinator: TYX Studios Sound Engineer: TYX Studios