Episode Details

Kim “Tweet” Jones: How I Built My Dream Salon From Scratch

Published 1 year, 2 months ago

Description

This week on Trendy with Kim Allison, I’m joined by Tampa salon owner and stylist Kym “Tweet” Jones, and let me tell you, her story is so real and so inspiring. From shampooing the hair right of a bleach client’s head by accident 😂 (and still getting tipped 💸) to building a peaceful, spa-like salon during COVID, Tweet’s journey is full of hustle, heart, and hard-earned wisdom.

We talk about:

✔️ Her unconventional start in hair

✔️ Building a salon during the pandemic

✔️ Mentoring while staying hands-on behind the chair

✔️ The truth about extensions and client care

✔️ Creating a full experience, not just a hairstyle

This one feels like you’re hanging out with your homegirl who just gets it. So, if you’ve ever dreamed of opening your own salon or need a reminder that your journey is valid, this one’s for you. 💛

📍 Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro + How Tweet ended up on the show

02:43 – Where the nickname “Tweet” came from

04:45 – From aspiring PI to shampoo girl to stylist0

9:12 – Her first $20 tip and falling in love with hair

14:30 – COVID shutdown and starting a salon from her apartment1

9:05 – Becoming a salon owner (even though she didn’t want to)

23:40 – Challenges of hiring and managing new stylists

28:15 – Creating a peaceful salon vibe + client experience

33:55 – Handling price increases with grace

39:45 – The business side of hair nobody teaches

44:00 – Her honest advice for new salon owners