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The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast - hosted by industry expert Sarah Abel - is the show which highlights what salon owners, entrepreneurs and hair, beauty and wellness businesses really need to know about employing an apprentice to have a successful experience for both the employer and the apprentice too. This show covers everything from how to find the perfect placement if you want to train as a hair, beauty or wellness professional right through to explaining the step-by-step process of ...
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses her plans to rebrand and relaunch her podcast in the new year. She talks about stepping back from the Apprenticeship Godmother brand to focus more on training and helping hair and beauty business owners scale their businesses through accessing funding for training. Sa…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel talks to Sydney about her journey into the nail industry. Sarah learns about Sydney's experience leaving school and working various jobs before finding her passion in nails. Sydney discusses starting her training at a local salon and the support she receives. She shares her des…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel talks to Chris about his journey returning to hairdressing after trying different careers. Chris discusses leaving hairdressing for a period of time due to personal issues but realising it was his passion. He talks about doing the accelerated route through TNB Training to get b…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel talks to Alison, owner of two salons in Kent. Alison discusses how she has grown her business over the past decade from a small salon of five chairs to now employing over 20 staff members. She emphasises the importance of developing her team through opportunities for growth, re…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to her apprentice Teesha about her experience in the traineeship program. Teesha discusses how she struggled in college due to bullying and lacked confidence, but found success in the apprenticeship. She learned new hair skills, enjoyed various modules like customer serv…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses the power of selling and why it’s often the key area preventing businesses from growing. Sarah talks about the importance of loving and believing in the products that you sell. A difficulty in business is teaching apprentices who have never sold before how to sell, an…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses the benefits of coaching and NLP both within your business and with your clients. Sarah talks about the recent revelations she’s had with NLP, particularly when providing coaching, and even gives examples of where this has worked. She explains why coaching is about as…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Naomi and Tanya about their experiences in the beauty industry and advice for newcomers. They discuss the importance of gaining qualifications from accredited courses and institutions. Naomi and Tanya also stress gaining work experience, as this allows you to develop …
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel talks to her daughter Naomi about her journey from being an apprentice in Sarah's salon to now running her own successful business. Naomi discusses starting out working Saturdays in the salon from a young age to gain experience and save money towards eventually buying her own c…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel reminisces with her friend Tanya. They talk about the early days of Sarah's salon business and Tanya's journey from renting a room at Sarah’s salon to getting her qualifications and starting her own successful business focusing on airbrush tanning, bio sculpture nails, and othe…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the importance of implementing "taster days" at both training academies and salons. She shares how offering taster experiences has helped reduce dropout rates for potential apprentices at her training academy, TNB. By allowing young people and career changers to expe…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the differences between being "job ready" versus "industry ready" in the hair and beauty sector. Many salon owners express concerns about trainees not being commercially viable when they finish their qualifications. Sarah describes the programs and funding options av…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses launching a new program to help over 19s and mothers get into the hair, beauty, and nails industry through free government-funded training. She details how the program works, providing both skills training and paid client work experience. Sarah also talks about the im…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses how she experienced imposter syndrome after facing setbacks during the COVID-19 pandemic that caused her to doubt her abilities as a business owner. She shares how investing in training for herself and her team through coaching, mentoring, and courses helped overcome…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses her experience at an 80s music festival over the weekend and the business lessons she was reminded of during her time there. She talks about how working as a team to set up early and assign tasks like securing a prime spot and transporting gear allowed their group to …
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses helping employees to set goals and achieve them. She talks about understanding employees' personal aspirations and setting measurable short and long-term professional goals. Sarah stresses the importance of breaking goals down into small, actionable steps and providi…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks about the importance of defining your brand when recruiting new members of staff. Sarah explains why you need clear defined values when recruiting, and how you can define your values for yourself. She talks about what to look for in new apprentices, and why you need to a…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses various aspects of building successful salon teams and nurturing apprentices. She recaps her recent live session where she aided salon owners in team development and shared insights from her experiences. Sarah shares the story of an apprentice who chose to leave a bu…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks about the importance of empowering your team. Sarah emphasises having confidence in your team members and empowering them to contribute to the growth of your businesses. She shares a story about her husband's dental treatment journey highlighting the worries and anxietie…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Sue Davies, a seasoned professional in the salon industry since 2002, who has now ventured into the tech world with her innovative system, Nabuno. Sue explains the importance of having a fit for purpose education provider, emphasising the importance of Nabuno’s approa…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the crucial theme of valuing your time and cherishing what truly matters. She speaks about the emotional journey of having her dog Milo put down, one of the hardest decisions she has ever had to make. She speaks on the pressure of working full-time in her businesses …
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel speaks with Holly from Apprentivia, who is a passionate advocate for apprenticeships and young people. Holly shares her personal journey as an apprentice and discusses how she got started in the field. She also highlights the significance of putting the effort in when applying…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses what you need to do when taking on new staff and the significance of apprenticeships in scaling a business. She speaks on the value of apprenticeships, debunking the misconception that they are solely for technical skills. Sarah discusses attracting apprentices on Ti…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Wendy from Expressions salon. Wendy talks about her journey and how she got started in the industry. She shares her experience and passion for coaching, highlighting the significance of mentoring and business mentoring in the salon industry. She emphasises the need to…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the 25 characteristics needed for success in the salon industry, whether you're a salon owner, a hair professional starting your own business, or an apprentice beginning your career journey. Sarah acknowledges Stephen Green, her mentor who has documented these charac…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the crucial steps involved in onboarding and developing new team members. She emphasises the importance of providing a comprehensive training program that includes policies and procedures outlined in a training book. Sarah also highlights the significance of creating…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the crucial step of identifying missing skills in order to fill skills gaps in your business. She emphasises the importance of recognizing what you love and what you hate to do, as well as understanding the preferences of others. Sarah advises to look at job descript…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the important topic of finding your purpose in life. Sarah explains the process of how to lead a life full of purpose, stressing the value of having a mission statement, which acts as a compass guiding you towards your goal. She emphasises that it gives direction and…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Kate Holohan, a renowned hair and scalp specialist, about attracting new clients and revolutionising the hair industry. Kate has 23 years of experience in hairdressing and 20 years in education, she shares her journey and why she decided to pursue this course. They ta…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses various aspects related to finding apprenticeships in the hair and beauty industry. She explains what to look for when considering an apprenticeship, emphasising the importance of building confidence and self-awareness before you go out into the working world. Sarah …
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the importance of training your current staff. She emphasises the benefits of providing training to both new and existing employees, highlighting how it can help to improve customer satisfaction and increase revenue. Sarah explains the importance of having a shadow s…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Donna Clayton about her extensive experience working with apprenticeships and funding. Donna shares her insights on apprenticeships and funding, as well as the importance of accredited training courses and understanding what the certificates actually mean. She emphasi…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the importance of documenting the customer journey when selling to an organisation and teaching an apprenticeship. Sarah emphasises the need to teach your apprentices how to document this journey and create videos for them to learn from. Sarah suggests recording cons…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks with Jenefer Livings, founder of Silk Helix. Sarah and Jen talk about running a successful business, including becoming self-employed, employing your first person, and the importance of induction and motivation. Jen also addresses the common misconception surrounding the…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the key aspects of apprenticeships and training in today's ever-evolving job market. She explains the importance of having a clear recruitment system, which will effectively identify and select the most suitable candidates for apprenticeship schemes. Sarah also share…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the topic of managing stress in business. Running a business can be a daunting and stressful experience, and it's important to find ways to manage and alleviate that stress. Sarah explores a variety of techniques and strategies that entrepreneurs can use to deal with…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the importance of having a clear vision for achieving success. She emphasises the need to write down everything you want to achieve and ask yourself pertinent questions before writing your vision. Sarah also highlights the significance of setting goals and having a v…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the intricacies of transitioning into a training business. She emphasises the importance of having a clear training plan and rolling out an apprenticeship system to efficiently train new students. Sarah shares how to teach someone else your skills, which not only hel…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel speaks to Katie Godfrey, owner of KG Salon. They discuss the importance of having a mentor and coach in the beauty industry. They talk about when and how to sell your business and the challenges faced when transitioning into a new business. Katie shares her personal experience …
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the challenges of starting and running a successful business. Sarah explains the importance of determining your goals and finding your "why". She also talks about why having strong sales and marketing skills is a must for entrepreneurs looking to make their mark in t…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Carl Hinder, a sales strategy coach in the salon industry. They discuss the gap between salons and coaching and share the importance of finding grants and funding for salons. Sarah also touches on the difference between apprentices and staff, and how each can benefit …
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the importance of employing people to grow your business. Sarah highlights the benefits of hiring and training apprentices as a strategic way to build a solid team of skilled and motivated employees. She stresses the importance of having a clear training plan in plac…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses various aspects of business growth and marketing strategies. Sarah explains the importance of positioning yourself properly in the market. She also highlights the power of social media in promoting a business and engaging potential clients, sharing some tips on how t…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Emma Jarvis about the importance of apprenticeships in the beauty industry. Emma shares her expertise on the structure of apprenticeships, placing a strong emphasis on teaching and assessing qualifications, and the value of these programs in developing leadership skil…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel talks to Susan Stocker about the importance of building a network in business. They discuss common mistakes made by business owners when starting out and the challenges people face when trying to start a business. Sarah explains the benefits of apprenticeship schemes and the s…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses the fear of losing your business and how to overcome it. Sarah highlights the importance of leveraging your time in order to achieve success in your business. She talks about the importance of knowing what you truly want out of your business, and making sure that you…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast, host Sarah Abel discusses frequently asked questions about hiring older apprentices. An older apprentice is anyone over the age of 19. Frequently asked questions are based around how much they must be paid by law as well as their overall availability to work depending on their current life co…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses what qualifications you need to get involved in delivering funded training, and specifically apprenticeship training. Sarah explains how it has become more difficult to get involved in funded training, and highlights the importance of having the three key skills: teac…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel discusses how to retain a good apprentice. Sarah shares some valuable tips for ensuring that your apprentices are happy and motivated to stay with your company. One key point she emphasises is the importance of having a clear and accurate job description. This will help your ap…
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In this episode of The Apprenticeship Godmother Podcast host Sarah Abel talks to Danny Wicks. They discuss common mistakes made by business owners and the importance of hiring the right people. Danny gives tips for maintaining a positive attitude and avoiding getting caught in chaos. Sarah shares her own journey of personal and professional growth,…
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