Episode 182

Ep. 182: Listener Q&A - Fuel Prices, Retail Competition & Dealing with Online Hate

In this week's episode Lauren tackles some of the more difficult topics facing Small Business Owners in 2026. Including the impact on fuel prices on Salon Patronage, competing in an online-first retail environment, and dealing with negative and hateful comments online.

Listener Q&A:

  • (01:47) Fuel Prices and Small Businesses.
  • (15:19) Competing with Big Companies on Retail.
  • (22:50) Receiving Hate and Criticism Online.

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This Episode was Recorded and Produced by Josh Liston at JCAL Media Group - https://www.jcaldigital.org/podcast-editing

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Lauren Lappin

Lauren Lappin is a salon owner and business coach with over 12 years experience building and running a successful staff-led beauty salon. She works with beauty business owners to help them lead better, make clearer decisions, and build businesses that are profitable, well-run, and sustainable long-term.