I have been married to my Prince Charming (Mr. Drive me crazy also, lol) of 28 years, a mom of two Beautiful Daughters, and a salon owner of over 30 years.

1994 was a busy year!! ​I can remember being a little girl playing with my dolls as I cut their hair off and used nail polish for make up on them, knowing one day I would do hair. As years went by the desire to be a Hair Stylist was a definite and then I realize I wanted to own my own salon as well. I wanted to create my Dream Salon where guest would receive and extraordinary experience every time they visited my salon. I always knew deep in my soul that God created me for this to touch people’s lives not only on the outward appearance but also on the inside of someone’s heart.​Friends I am telling you when I opened my salon I had absolutely no idea what in the world I was doing. God may have given me a dream but he didn’t hand over the book of all the answers. However, through research, dedication, commitment, trial, blood, sweat, tears and many learning experiences I grew my dream into a 7-figure salon, #1 salon in my area, featured in many articles for my leadership, published in the Beauty Within You book, along with many other top leaders in our industry, and also one of the Top 200 Fastest Growing Salon in North America.

During the first 17 years of owning my salon, I was also a platform color artist, where I traveled from coast to coast teaching color techniques to stylists -- and teaching them to get out of their comfort zone. I have mentored many stylists and salon owners on how to build their business, step out of the traditional hair industry mindset, get them to remember why they got into this business in the first place, and help them create the life and salon they dream of.

Throughout my career, one of my favorite things to do has always been to share my experience. I have always felt if I can help one person through the trials and errors I have experienced, then they have all been worth it. I truly believe when God blesses us, we need to turn around and bless others -- and that is why Next Level Salon Success was created.

Do you feel like your business is not quite where you had hoped it would be by now? Do you feel like there is more out there, but just not sure how to get your business there? Perhaps you already have a successful salon or spa and want to take it to the next level... Are you interested in becoming a suite owner?

If you want to see big things happen in your business this year, then let's talk. I will come right alongside you and help you create a gameplan that is designed for you and your salon, so that you will be able to reach your goals, create a next-level brand for your salon (hint: that's not just your logo), and give you strategies to stand out from everyone else in the industry.

Let's take your business to what you have always dreamed it could be.

I believe in you! You have what it takes!

Hugs, Karen Hardee