Solo operator life gets talked about a lot in our industry, but rarely do people talk about the REAL stuff.In this episode, Jay and Linda get into the nitty-gritty of what’s actually happening for sole operators across hair, beauty, skin, and aesthetics. They explore why so many people are walking away from traditional shopfront salons to go out on their own as chair renters or independent operators.We are starting to see a quiet wave of people moving back into salon environments after realising it wasn’t as simple, flexible, or profitable as they expected! EEK!!They unpack the common reasons it doesn’t work for some: lack of structure, inconsistent income, isolation, undercharging, no clear strategy, and the mental load of doing everything yourself.Going deep into what separates the sole operators who genuinely thrive from those who burn out or retreat, they highlight the systems, mindset, boundaries, and business fundamentals that actually make solo work sustainable.This is a grounded, honest conversation about autonomy, freedom, pressure, responsibility, and reality. Not anti-salon. Not anti-solo. Just the truth about what it takes to make either path work long-term.If you’ve ever thought about going out on your own, are currently a sole operator, or have found yourself questioning whether this model is really for you, this episode will give you clarity, context, and probably a few uncomfortable but necessary lightbulb moments.The Thriving Onesie Program wait-list is now open! https://link.yourgrowthcoaches.com.au/thriving-onesie-eoi-home?

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