In this week’s episode of Brazen and Bold, Heather is joined by business coach and former salon owner Brigette Sobus. Known for transforming a struggling salon into one of Salon Today’s Top 200 salons for 13 consecutive years, Brigette brings years of lived experience and coaching insight to this honest conversation.

From Six-Figure Stylist to Resilient Leader

Before becoming a multiple award-winning coach, Brigette was a successful colorist making a six-figure income. In 2005, she bought the salon where she worked, convinced that if someone else could run a business, so could she.

“I thought, if she can do it, so can I,” Brigette shares.

What followed was a crash course in entrepreneurship. Her income disappeared, her stress levels skyrocketed, and she quickly realized she was unprepared for ownership.

“I had no idea what I was doing. I was crying all the time.”

Her turning point came when she hired a business coach. That decision not only saved her business, it launched her next chapter as a coach, mentor, and guide for other leaders navigating the same struggles.

Why You Should Listen

Brigette’s story is not just about salons or styling. It’s about what happens when driven professionals step into leadership without the tools or support they need and what it looks like to turn things around.

Heather and Brigette dive into the emotional side of ownership, the pressure of trying to do it all, and the power of asking for help. Whether you’re behind the chair, running a team, or leading a business of your own, this episode offers both validation and direction.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • Why success as a technician doesn’t automatically translate to leadership
  • How burnout often hides behind “busyness” and high standards
  • What to do when you feel overwhelmed by your own growth
  • The mindset shift that helped Brigette rebuild her confidence
  • How coaching created structure, focus, and long-term success

“That’s what turned it around,” Brigette says, reflecting on the impact of hiring her first coach.

Who This Episode Is For

This conversation is especially valuable for:

  • Salon professionals moving into ownership
  • Coaches and consultants ready to scale without burnout
  • Entrepreneurs looking for growth with clarity
  • Leaders who feel stuck, exhausted, or isolated

Listen to the Full Episode

You can catch this episode of Brazen and Bold featuring Brigette Sobus on: Apple Podcasts

Final Thoughts

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to figure it all out on your own, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to. Brigette’s experience shows that the right support can be the difference between spinning your wheels and building something sustainable.

Tune in to hear her story, reflect on your own, and walk away with the insight you didn’t know you needed.