Listen "Buying a commercial salon space - featuring Carla Crowley"
Episode Synopsis
What if the gap between where you are and where you want to be is simply how fast you act on what you already know?In this episode, we sit down with salon owner and mother of two, Carla Crowley, whose quiet fire turned a spare room in Gembrook into a thriving clinic, a trusted team, and now a commercial property that will become her forever business home. Her success didn’t come from hacks or luck, but from decisive action, self-awareness, and a money system that turned stress into structure.Carla shares how journaling helped her see her progress, how one-on-one mentorship fast-tracked growth, and why speed of implementation beats perfection every time. We unpack real leadership lessons structured one-on-ones, psychological safety, and empowering a team that grows the business with you, not around you.This episode is a grounded playbook for regional salon and clinic owners ready to grow without burning out. You’ll hear how Carla made bold moves with little cash, secured her dream property, and built a business that runs smoothly while she’s at the Melbourne Show with her kids.If this story inspires you, follow the show, share it with a salon owner who needs a boost, and leave a quick review telling us one action you’ll take this week.To follow our journey:Instagram @aheadhair_@the_conscious_salon
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