Listen "The Queen of Blondes: Amelia Jane's Journey from Home Salon to Empire"
Episode Synopsis
In this riveting conversation, Amelia Jane—known as Australia's Queen of Blondes—reveals the extraordinary journey behind her meteoric rise in the hair industry. What begins as a shocking revelation (she actually abandoned hairdressing for six years and once hated colouring hair) unfolds into a masterclass on resilience, reinvention, and authentic entrepreneurship.Four years ago, Amelia launched Milly the Space, naming it after her grandmother's nickname for her. With raw honesty, she recounts the heartbreaking warehouse salon chapter, withdrawing $40,000 from superannuation with her partner, creating a beautiful three-level space, only to have it shut down by council due to zoning issues. Rather than accepting defeat, while planning her wedding, she immediately secured a new location in Palm Beach, determined not to let her growing team down.The conversation takes a powerful turn when Amelia discusses balancing motherhood with her expanding empire. "I was so fearful of people thinking I was a mum who put her business first," she confesses, addressing the internal struggle many entrepreneurial mothers face. Her vulnerability shines through as she describes finding strength in her son Hilton, who makes her "feel like a superhero."Today, Amelia's influence extends far beyond her salon. Her international blonde masterclasses have revolutionized colour techniques, while her fashion label Molly Vie has redefined how hairdressers present themselves professionally. One client shares how wearing Amelia's designs literally transformed her leadership presence: "You literally become the CEO... we see you in your power."For anyone facing setbacks or juggling multiple passions, Amelia's story offers profound encouragement. As she prepares for her European tour and new Molly Vie collections, her message resonates clearly: you can overcome any obstacle, pursue multiple dreams simultaneously, and define success entirely on your own terms.Ready to transform your approach to business, creativity, or personal growth? Dive into Amelia's journey and discover what becomes possible when you refuse to let circumstances define your potential.—Follow Amelia on Instagram @ameliajanehair to learn about upcoming masterclasses in Europe, Gold Coast, Sydney and Melbourne, and to explore her fashion line Molly Vie.To follow our journey:Instagram @aheadhair_@the_conscious_salon
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