erinrayhair

I just got back from Orlando. I stood on Danger Jones’ main stage, spoke in front of a room full of hairstylists, and held my own next to people I genuinely respect in this industry. And the whole time I was up there, I kept thinking about you. Maybe you’re the salon owner who went to three classes at the show, came home fired up, and then Tuesday hit and it was back to reality. Or maybe you’re the stylist at home who watched my Instagram stories without the revenue to buy the flight, hotel,...

I wish you could have met Erin Ray from a few years ago. Maybe you did, but allow me to reintroduce you. I was struggling in my basement salon suite as a mom to very small kids and all of the growth I had chased started to feel like it was chasing me. I now own a full-blown 3,500 square foot space with multiple suites and a head spa. I travel throughout the year, speaking on stages for the brands I believe in. I also teach in salons with my own independent education, and last year I expanded...

Let’s get one thing straight:I did not start this journey with a business degree, a perfect plan, or a Pinterest-worthy salon...