My biggest fear: Hiring an Assistant and they don't work out

My biggest fear: Hiring an Assistant and they don't work out

July 6, 2026 · 19 min · Episode 181

About this episode

Lacey Gebo discusses the fears salon owners face when hiring assistants and shares a mindset shift that can help overcome these challenges.

What's your biggest fear about hiring an assistant? For most salon owners, it isn't finding someone... it's investing time, money, and energy into training them only to have them leave. In this episode, I'm sharing the mindset shift that completely changed the way I look at hiring and growing a team. We talk about why fear keeps so many salon owners stuck, why courage comes before confidence, and how to stop letting the "what ifs" hold you back from building the business you actually want. If hiring has been on your mind, this episode is one you don't want to miss. ✨ The biggest hiring fear salon owners face ✨ Why fear is keeping you stuck ✨ How to stop taking turnover personally ✨ Why growing a team creates more freedom and opportunity ✨ The mindset shift that changed everything for me If this episode encouraged you, be sure to share it with another salon owner who needs to hear it!!

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