Beauty school taught us how to cut, color, and build clientele. It did not teach us how to build wealth.

In this episode of Hair Smarter, Sarah and Sarajane sit down with financial advisor Claire Ross of Edward Jones to break down the financial basics every hairstylist and gig worker should understand.

If you’re booth rent, commission, or 1099 — and you don’t have a 401(k) — this conversation is for you.

We cover:

Where to start if you’ve never thought about retirement
The difference between saving and investing
What an IRA actually is (and how it works)
Retirement options for self-employed stylists
Budgeting with fluctuating income
Money myths holding hairstylists back
Simple money moves you can make this week

This is not financial advice. This is financial literacy — explained clearly and without shame. Because mastery behind the chair also means sustainability beyond the paycheck.

🎧 Listen if you:

Are a hairstylist with no retirement plan
Feel overwhelmed by investing
Keep saying “I’ll start saving when I make more”
Want to build a long-term career, not just a busy year

If you'd like to get in contact with Claire to discuss your own situation, goals, or opportunities, feel free to email her at Claire.ross@edwardjones.com.

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