Prosper and Profit
Episodes
101 - The Salons That Win in Uncertain Times (Do This)
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we'll talk about what's actually happening in salons right now, what the numbers are starting to show and why pulling back or going in...
100 - The Problem With More Clients to Fix Your Salon's Cashflow
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I break down a common misconception: that the answer to cashflow pressure is simply more clients. It makes sense on the surface, mor...
099 - Client File: The confidence that comeds from financial clarity: Elsie from Blonde Baby
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm joined by Elsie Basterfield, a client who worked with us as she shares what it actually looked like behind the scenes. Elsie ope...
098- The 5-Minute Check That Tells Me If a Salon Is Actually Profitable
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share a common scenario I see with salon owners: fully booked teams, consistent revenue… but the owner still feeling a lot of fin...
097 - Is Your Salon’s Problem the Slices… or the Size of the Cake?
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share an analogy I often use with clients: slicing the cake vs growing the cake. Think of your salon revenue like a cake. Some sa...
096 - Silent Cash Killers: How Mixing Biz, Personal & Afterpay Destroys Clarity w/ Harman Johnston
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Harman Johnston the founder of Blu Bookkeepers and host of the Money First CEO podcast. Harman is a BAS Agent, a Cer...
095 - If I Took Over Your Salon for 30 Days, Here’s What I’d Do First
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I walk through exactly what I would look at if I was to come into your salon for 30 days to improve the profit and performance of you...
094 - Mindset Minute: The Best Time Was 20 Years Ago. The Second Best Time Is Now.
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a Mindset Minute which means a short episode on making an important mindset shift. We focus a lot on strategy here with numbers, dec...
093 - A Boring Salon Business Is a Profitable One: Why Calm Businesses Make More Money
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re talking about why “boring” is actually the goal and how stability, structure and predictability create more freedom than ...
092 - If I Had to Protect My Salon’s Profit This Year, I’d Do These Unsexy Things
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The industry is evolving. The economy is shifting. And being great at what you do is no longer enough on its own. In this episode we're going to dive...
091 - Rapid Fire: Is It Really Worth Starting Profit First When I Am Setting Aside Such A Small Profit Amount?
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode answer one common question in 15 minutes or less. Short, sharp, and focused on one thing that can genuinely shift how you think or what y...
090 - 6 Questions Salon Owners Need To Ask Themselves In 2026
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been wondering where the podcast’s been, this episode starts with a little behind-the-scenes catch-up. Between school holidays, kids at ...
090 - 6 Questions Salon Owners Need To Ask Themselves In 2026
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Prosper and Profit in 2026! This episode starts with a little behind-the-scenes catch-up on what's been happening over the Summer break fr...
089 - Wrapping up 2025
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As this episode drops, I know you’re coming through some absolutely massive weeks in the salon. Whether you’re squeezing in a few more days of w...
088 - Client Files: "I started having money in the bank and thought it was a problem" with Jools Purchase
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am so excited to share this with you because today I’m joined by someone many of you already know and love, the incredible Jools....
087 - How to Reflect on 2025 in the Salon and Reset for 2026
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re diving into something every salon owner has felt at some point money stress, shame and that sinking feeling of “Why is...
086 - ProfitCon Sydney: What I Learned, What Shifted and What’s Coming
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m sharing a peek into my time at Profit Con, the annual conference for Profit First Professionals, and the in-person planning day...
085 - Client File: How Rachel Went from a Sinking Feeling to Back in Control of Her Salon
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m so excited to be sharing another Client Files with you today. These are some of my absolute favourites. Because while I can ta...
084 - What My Skin Taught Me About Change (and Why So Many Salon Owners Get Stuck)
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode feels a little different, a bit more personal but I think you’re really going to see the parallel here. This story starts with my skin...
083 - Rapid Fire: Should I Be Spending Money to Save Tax?
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a rapid-fire where we're tackling a question that comes up over and over (and one I just spoke about with a client): “Should I spen...
082 - Why Structure Makes Running Your Salon Feel Lighter (Not Heavier)
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I wanted to talk about something that comes up in conversations and with peers, my own coach in the past and with our clients: struct...
081 - Beyond the Basics: Tailoring Profit First for Salon Owners
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're going from beginner level profit first to intermediate. I'm talking through the common adaptations and advancements we make to ...
080 - Mindset Minute: The Most Powerful Mindset Shift I Made in My Business That is Important For You Too
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is one of the most powerful shifts I’ve ever made in business (and something I talk about with my salon and clinic owner clients all th...
079 - The ONE Thing You Need to Be Thinking About Before Busy Season Starts
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is one of the most important conversations of the year. The end-of-year rush is coming. Your books are filling, you’re gearing up for long day...
078 - Rapid Fire: My Bookkeeper is Saying They Don't Like Me Using Profit First
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s the situation: you decide to implement Profit First, you’re excited about finally getting clarity with your money and then your bookkeeper ...
077 - Introducing Kristen: Your Client Success Consultant
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m introducing you to someone very special: my colleague (and now team member) Kristen. If you’ve been listening to the podcast...
076 - One Year of Prosper and Profit 2.0: What’s Changed and What’s Working
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I can hardly believe it’s been a full year since I introduced Prosper and Profit 2.0. At the time, I recorded an episode explaining what the new str...
075 - The Hidden Cost of Discounting in Your Salon
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discounts can feel like a quick fix. You get that “sugar hit” of cash flow when you need it and on the surface it feels like it’s working. But b...
074 - Client File: "I Didn't Truly Think This Was Possible in my Salon" with Darren Morgan
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to latest Client File episode where we chat with a client and give you an insight into where they started, the challenges they faced, the shif...
073 - Beauty Expo Weekend 2025 and the Power of Small Tweaks that Compound in Your Salon
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You did not start your salon to scrape by and I’m here for a world where you are rewarded for the amazing work you do. In this episode, I’m shari...
072 - When You Don't Need to "Fix" Your Salon and Want to Create a Vision
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not every salon owner comes to me in crisis mode. I also work with clients who are are doing really well. You might feel the same; you’re paying you...
071 - How to Spot (and Strengthen) Your Most Profitable Services
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a while since I’ve given you a little behind-the-scenes update, so before we dive in, a little bit of what's been happening and what's c...
070 - Why Hiring Too Soon isn't Growing Your Salon
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve probably heard it before: “If you want to grow your salon, just hire more team members.” But what if that advice is actually making thin...
069 - You Don’t Have to Prove It: Salon Profits vs Externally Performing
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever catch yourself trying to look like a successful salon owner instead of actually feeling like one? In this episode, I’m diving into a quiet pre...
068 - Mindset Minute: You Love What You Do and It Will Still Feel Hard
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever thought, “I love my salon, but some days it’s just… a lot” then you need to listen to this episode. We’re unpacking the my...
067 - Client File – The journey to banking profit with Rose from Empress Makeup Skin and Beauty
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt like you’re winging it when it comes to the money side of your salon… you’re not alone. In this Client File episode, I si...
066 - Holy F#%k, it’s Quiet in the Salon. What Do I Do?
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling the mid-year lull? You'll want to listen to this. As always at this time of year, there has been a them with some of my clients saying: “It...
065 - Using Profit First To Be Prepared for the Unexpected
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Running your salon week to week can be stressful as it is... But throw in a burst pipe, a staff injury, a freak storm, unexpected morning sickness......
064 - 3 Financial Red Flags Hiding in Your Salon Numbers
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was inspired by a conversation I had today while training my new Client Success Consultant (yes! Exciting things are happening behind the...
063 - Client File: Shanai’s Journey from Good to Great and Strategically Profitable
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we've got a brand new client file where I sit down with a client to share honest, behind-the-scenes stories of what it looks like to ...
062 - Mid-Year Check-In: Are You on Track to Finish 2025 Profitably in Your Salon?
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey, can you believe we’re nearly halfway through the year? In this episode, I’m sharing a process you can take yourself through to check in on y...
061 - Behind the Scenes: What I’m Currently Working on in My Business
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I know you love a sneak peek behind the curtain of the in's and out's of business, that's what we're doing today! In this episode, I’m giving you a...
060 - You’re Not Bad With Money. You Just Need a Better System
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever catch yourself saying, “I’m just not good with money” or “I’ve never been good at business”? You need to know, it's not true! In thi...
059 - Mindset Minute: You Can Reset At Any Moment
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This one’s short, sharp and an insight into what was on my mind and important to share. Inspired by a conversation with a client this week, I’m he...
058 - What to Fix First: The Salon Profit Priority List
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So often, when salon owners feel like they’re not making enough money, the first thought is: “We need more bookings!” But what if that’s not a...
057 - I've Reviewed 12 Salons in Depth So Far This Year.. Here's What I've Learnt
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the first four months of the year, I’ve completed 12 in-depth financial reviews for clients. This has ranged from solo operators to multi-staffed...
056 - The Real Cost of Doing Nothing in Your Salon
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I want to dive into something that's been on my mind (and coming up in conversations with clients): the hidden cost of doing nothing ...
055 - Five Ways Salon Owners Keep Themselves Stuck And Broke
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling stuck in your salon or clinic—like you're constantly grinding, but your bank account doesn’t reflect the effort you’re putting...
054 - What To Do At the End of A Quarter When You Have Profit First in Place
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I’m coming to you buzzing with excitement because I've been having some really energising conversations with clients who are s...
053 - Rapid Fire: Do I need To Do A Break Even For My Salon
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is a break-even analysis really necessary for your salon? In this episode, we break down why understanding your break-even point is crucial for fina...
052 - Salon Owners: Easter Is Here But It's Time to Start Thinking About Christmas
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It might seem way too early to be talking about Christmas, but trust me—if you want to avoid a cash flow crisis in December and January, the best ti...
051 - Is Your Salon Being Run Like A Business or A Stressful Way To Make A Wage?
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are You Running a Business or Just Paying to Work? You didn’t take on all the responsibility of running a salon or clinic just to scrape by and pa...
050 - 4 Common Beliefs I Busted for More Success in My Own Business
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have thoughts or beliefs circling around that are keeping you stuck? I have certainly had to blast through some in my own business journey. ...
049 - If We'd Started Working Together 3 Months Ago, Here's Where You'd Be Now.
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever put off making a change in your business only to find yourself in the exact same spot months later? I see it all the time: salon and cli...
048 - Rapid Fire: Can I Afford to Bring in A New Team Member in My Salon or Clinic?
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about hiring a new team member for your salon or clinic but unsure if you can afford it? In this rapid-fire episode, I break down a quick but...
047 - Why Work With a Certified Profit First Professional.
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever tried to implement Profit First in your business but found it difficult to make it stick, you’re not alone. In this episode, I dive...
046 - How Your Money Mindset Is Keeping Your Salon Stuck with Sammy Kennedy
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt like no matter how hard you work, you’re still stuck in the same financial cycle—this episode is for you. I’m joined by Sa...
045 - Dream Big, Plan Smart: What is TRULY Possible for Your Salon?
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you so focused on the day-to-day of running your salon or clinic that you haven’t stopped to consider what’s truly possible for you? In this e...
044 - Breaking The Cycle of The January/February Cashflow Crunch.
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you experiencing the dreaded January-February cashflow crunch? After the holiday rush, many Salon and Clinic owners find themselves limping throug...
043 - The Most Profitable Model For A Salon Or Clinic Is..
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're exploring the three most common business models for hair, beauty, and cosmetic clinics and importantly - which model is the mos...
042 - Why Working On Your Money Mindset Alone Won’t Change Your Salon’s Profitability
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into a controversial yet crucial topic: why focusing solely on your money mindset isn’t going to transform your salon’s p...
041 - How To Reverse Engineer Your Goals For Salon Success
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're diving into reverse engineering your goals—a powerful strategy to set your Salon up for success in 2025 and beyond. Whether y...
040 - Opportunities and Threats for Hair, Beauty and Cosmetics Businesses in 2025
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the podcast for 2025! Are you wondering about where the Hair, Beauty and Cosmetics industries are heading this year? More importanly...
039 - 2024 That's a Wrap
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me for this special year-end episode as I reflect on the past year and share lessons, wins, challenges, and themes from my business, my clients, ...
038 - How The Profitable Salon System Pays For Itself: Client Case Studies
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How you can work together for free? It's simple, have the cost of working together recovered from the work we do. And how do you do that? Well this ...
037 - The Debt Snowball Approach And How You Can Use It To Crush Your Salon Debt
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling weighed down by debt? In this episode, we’re diving into a simple yet powerful cashflow strategy to tackle debt in your salon: the Debt Sno...
036 - Why Being Busy in Your Salon Isn't Making You Bank
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you working tirelessly, running a packed salon or clinic, yet your bank account tells a different story? You're not alone! In this episode, we unc...
035 - Avoiding Profit First Pitfalls With Marcus Kroek
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with the award-winning business coach and Profit First Master, Marcus Kroek, to dive deep into the most common mistakes bu...
034 - Making Smarter Decisions In Your Salon Comes Down To THIS
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into an important topic for salon owners: how to make smarter decisions in your business. This episode was inspired by a podca...
033 - 7 Reasons Why You Need to Separate Your Business and Personal Finances
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're diving into one of the most important principles for managing your business finances: separating your personal and business fin...
032 - Client Files: Overwhelmed to Redefining Success with Siobhan Johnson of Soleil Holistic Beauty
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I am so excited to share this first 'Client Files' episode with you and I am grateful to be joined by Siobhan Johnson, the incredible owner and operat...
031 - Setting Your Salon Up For Success During The End of Year Rush
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re talking about how to set your Salon up for success during the busiest time of the year. As the holiday season approaches, let...
030 - Avoiding Burnout in Your Beauty Business: Balancing Growth and Well-Being
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that many hair and beauty business owners face: burnout. As entrepreneurs, it's easy to focus on the busi...
029 - Profitability Hacks for Salon Owners: Small Tweaks, Big Results
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make more profit in the business you already have? Of course! This week on Prosper and Profit we're looking at profitability hacks that are ...
028 - Are You Overpaying Yourself from your Beauty Business? Hidden Ways You Might Sabotage Cashflow
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Hidden Cashflow Trap: Are You Overpaying Yourself and Hurting Your Business Growth? In this episode, we’re tackling an issue that doesn’t get...
027 - Cashflow and Profit, are they the same thing?
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cashflow. Revenue. Profit. Monthly Recurring Revenue. There are a lot of terms thrown around out there and it can be confusing. In this episode, I e...
026 - Winning online marketing strategies for Hair and Beauty businesses with Hazal Ozturk
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to market your Hair or Beauty business more powerfully? In this episode, we welcome Hazal, a corporate marketer turned marketing and business co...
025 - Come BTS As I Share With You My Refreshed Signature Program Prosper and Profit 2.0
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Propser and Profit the program 2.0 is here! In this episode of the podcast, I'll bring you behind the scenes into my business as I walk you through s...
024 - My Mission and Deep Dive Into My Why
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I take you on a journey through my personal story and my career background, sharing the experiences that have shaped me and the work ...
023 - Find $10,000 of Savings In Your Business This Week With This Process
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to increase profit and pay yourself more from your business? One of the quick wins available to you is to find savings in your business a...
022 - From a $300k Salon to a Multi-Million Dollar Business Lessons with Shakira Jade
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of Prosper and Profit, I am thrilled to bring you this special guest and hugely valuable conversation with Shakira Jade to e...
021 - How To Get The Right Help In Your Business
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder who on Earth is right to hire in your business when it comes to business support? You're in good company. That's why in this episode of P...
020 - How You Can Pay Yourself A Bonus Every Quarter Using Profit First
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to pay yourself a bonus every quarter from your business ON TOP of the wage you draw? Using the Profit First system this is absolutely possible!...
019 - Building a Dream Team: How To Attract and Retain Rockstar Employees with Paula Maidens
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're anything like the business owners I speak to each week, building out a team that helps you grow your business can be super challenging. Tha...
018 - Why I Focus On Incremental Rather Than Wholesale Change To Drive Profits in Business
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Prosper and Profit, we delve into the importance of focusing on incremental changes rather than making sweeping wholesale changes i...
017 - What Drawing a 6 Figure Wage From Your Hair or Beauty Business Looks Like
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What Drawing a 6-Figure Wage Really Looks Like In this episode of Prosper and Profit, I cover the difference between a 6 figure business and drawing ...
016 - The Two Worst Pieces of Advice That Beauty Business Owners Are Being Given
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you getting this terrible advice to? In this episode I share with you 2 terrible pieces of advice beauty business owners are receiving based on m...
015 - Authentic Selling in Your Spa: Enhancing Client Experiences with Briony De La Fontaine
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you sell more and drive greater profitability in your business while also enhancing the quality of your client experience? Yes! And in today's gu...
014 - Getting The Most Out of Every Hour in Your Spa, Salon or Clinic
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Time is money! We've all heard that before, but if you're selling services or treatments more then time is absolutely money. In this episode we dive ...
013 - The Profit Myth: Why Selling More Isn’t the Answer to Your Cashflow or Profitability Challenge
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's a big myth that is commonly spouted in the business world.... that selling more is the answer to your cashflow or profitability challenge. In...
012 - Help! I Used My Credit Card to Cover Business Expenses and I Can't Pay It Off
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Prosper and Profit we talk through the step by step process to follow if you've found yourself in the position where you've been using cr...
011 - 5 Metrics to Master for Success in Your Health or Beauty Business
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Prosper and Profit I delve into 5 essential metrics every spa, salon, and clinic owner must know to ensure the ongoing financial success ...
010 - The 3 evolutions in business mindset
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Prosper and Profit we are talking mindset. Not just mindset but the 3 evolutions of mindset business owners commonly move through. We ta...
009 - Why your Accountant ISN'T the best person to help you improve profits in your business
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to another episode of Prosper and Profit. This episode needs the controversial opinion alert as this week I am sharing with the exact re...
008 - The 4 principles of Profit First
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is another foundational episode of the philosophy of Profit First. Profit First is a gamechanging money management process for bu...
007 - My client reduced her hours, increased her pay and profit AND saw revenue increase by 60%
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes that actually translates to increase profitability and more money in my client's pocket? If you've ever wa...
006 - The 6 reasons business owners struggle to pay themselves
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore 6 common reasons service based business owners struggle to pay themselves. Each of the 6 reasons covered talks you through...
005 - This little known law is why you never have any money
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been requested to do something and being given a certain amount of time to do it? Let's say that timeline you were given was seven da...
004 - The 5 bank accounts you need to get started with Profit First in your business
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’re looking at the exact action you need to take to get started with Profit First in your own business and we talk through the 5 b...
003 - Help! I made a profit last year but there's no money in the bank
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Has this ever happened to you? You've gone to your accountant at the end of the financial year or to do your tax return. Your Accountant is all happy...