Larissa Macleman

The Rise of a Salon CEO From Teenage Mum to L’Oréal Boss

By Larissa Macleman | 17/11/2025 |

She led L’Oréal New Zealand. Now she’s a Salon Owner. Alishia Smart’s story is one of courage and grit, and how to lead with authenticity.

Sophie Built Two $1M Salons. Here’s How.

By Larissa Macleman | 10/11/2025

Sophie Built Two $1M Salons – How to Let Go Without Losing Control. If you’ve ever tried to let go in your business, you’ll know it’s one of the hardest things to do. You start with the dream: building a team so you can finally step back, work less behind the chair, and have a…

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Where Are You on the Salon Leadership Ladder?

By Larissa Macleman | 10/11/2025 |

Where are you on the Salon Leadership Ladder? Discover the 4 stages every salon owner must climb to scale with freedom – and the hidden traps that cause burnout and flatlined growth.

Manager Magic: From Helpful to High-Performing

By Larissa Macleman | 03/11/2025 |

Learn the secret behind “Manager Magic” and how to create it in your salon- so that your business can finally run smoothly… without you constantly stepping back in.

3 Rules of a BADASS Salon Team

By Larissa Macleman | 27/10/2025 |

You don’t get a dream team by accident. Here are the 3 rules that transform an average salon team into a badass, high-performing salon culture that raises the bar.