Business Coaching for Independent Hairdressers
Learn how to start, grow and thrive in your own business with the tools, courage and confidence to create life on your own terms.
About Us
Freedom. Flexibility. Financial Independence. Family. Fulfilment.
Indie Hair Academy is a complete business education and coaching pathway for hairdressers who want to go from employed and uncertain to independent and thriving.
Created by Angela, a stylist turned mentor, Indie Hair gives you the roadmap, structure and community support to turn your passion into a profitable, flexible business that fits your lifestyle.
When hairdressers understand business, they create freedom, not just income.
The Indie Method – Four Pillars to Freedom
Our unique Indie Method is the foundation of everything we teach. Each pillar guides you through the stages of building a successful business with real-world support.
1. Foundation
Get your business roots right so you can grow strong.
The Foundation stage is where you build confidence, clarity and structure before stepping fully into independence. This is where we guide you through all of the essential setup steps so you can legally and professionally run your business with confidence.
You will learn everything from ABNs, business names and insurance to choosing the right booking systems, setting up your bank account, organising your accounting tools and creating your very first business workflows.
This stage removes confusion and replaces it with a clear roadmap so you can begin your business the right way.
You will learn:
- Business registration
- Insurance and compliance
- Terms, conditions and policies
- Basic bookkeeping and financial setup
- Salon setup options including mobile, freelance and home salon
- Systems and software to make your business run smoothly
Your Foundation gives you stability, security and confidence to take the next step.
2. Build
Build your brand, your clients and your business buzz.
The Build stage focuses on marketing, branding and visibility so you can start bringing in consistent clients. You will create your brand identity, learn how to communicate your value and set up marketing strategies that suit your personality and your lifestyle.
We teach you how to use social media properly, how to show up online with confidence and how to create content that feels natural rather than stressful.
You will also learn how to build a strong local presence, design an irresistible client experience and build simple systems that turn first time clients into long term regulars.
You will learn:
- Branding and identity creation
- Social media content strategy
- Instagram, TikTok and Facebook marketing
- Client attraction strategies
- Local marketing and collaborations
- Improving client experience and rebooking
- Creating strong offers and pricing menus
Build is where your business starts gaining momentum and clients begin to find you consistently.
3. Grow
Step into your worth, track your money and scale your income.
The Grow stage is all about financial clarity, confidence and developing the mindset of a successful business owner.
You will learn how to price correctly, how to understand your numbers, how to set income goals and how to become the kind of stylist who consistently earns between three and five thousand dollars per week.
We work on both the strategic and emotional sides of money so you can feel empowered, supported and confident in the way you run your business.
This stage focuses on becoming more consistent, more profitable and more secure.
You will learn:
- Money mindset and confidence
- Creating high value pricing structures
- Weekly, monthly and annual income goals
- Tracking your numbers with confidence
- Understanding profitability
- Social media growth and brand consistency
- How to shift into a CEO mindset
Grow is where you break old patterns, step into your worth and start earning what you deserve.
4. Expand
Multiply your income and step into leadership.
Expand is where you move beyond the chair and open doors to new opportunities.
This stage is for stylists who are ready to elevate their brand, diversify their income and step into leadership or education roles.
You will learn how to create workshops, online courses, digital products, brand partnerships, mentoring programs, collaborations and more.
This stage helps you work smarter, not harder, and teaches you how to build a business that supports your long term vision.
You will learn:
- Creating workshops and education offers
- Launching digital products
- Building passive or semi passive income
- Hiring or renting out your space
- Branding and marketing for expansion
- Leadership development
- Building a long term growth strategy
Expand is where your career becomes limitless and you learn how to build a business that gives you freedom, flexibility and financial independence.
The Indie Journey - Your Roadmap to Success
Indie Hair Academy is built on a clear, human-driven pathway that helps stylists progress at their own pace.
Stage
Offer
Description
Investment
Next Step
Awareness
Free Starter Support
Solo Starter Guide, insurance setup, directory listing and 15-minute strategy call
Free
Entry
Business Starter Pack
Digital kit and setup checklist to get your business started
$27 one-time
Connection
Indie Community
Group mentoring, weekly calls and a learning portal with certification
$49/month
Core
Indie Business Academy
12-week intensive covering all four Indie pillars
$1,997 upfront or $167/week
Intensive
Brand Workshop
One-day in-person event with branding, marketing and content creation
$297–$597
Advanced
Private Coaching
Personalised mentorship and strategy with Angela
$220/hr
You do not need permission to create the life you want
You deserve a business that gives you freedom, not exhaustion.
Why Indie Works
Indie Hair Academy is not just a course. It is an ecosystem of education, empowerment and community.
Every level builds naturally into the next, ensuring that no stylist is ever left wondering what comes next.
With automation, live mentoring and personalised guidance, you will always know where you are heading and how to get there.
Our partner network makes independence easier too. Members get access to trusted brands like HUSL, Guild Insurance, Freedom Suites, Comfortel and HBS, offering discounts, business tools and spaces to grow.
Join the Movement
Becoming Indie means taking control of your future and stepping into a career that reflects who you are and what you want. Whether you are ready to start, grow or expand, there is a supportive pathway designed to guide you with confidence, clarity and direction.
Join our Community
Join our supportive Indie Community that helps you grow with confidence, clarity and the encouragement you need to build a business you truly love
Build a business
Continue long term mentorship that supports your growth, strengthens your confidence and keeps you moving forward with clarity and purpose.
Your most popular questions
Who is Indie Hair Academy for?
Indie Hair Academy is for hairdressers who want to start, grow or expand their independent business. It supports home salons, mobile stylists, freelancers and anyone in Australia or globally who wants more confidence, structure and income.
Best suited for independent hairdressers, home salon owners, mobile stylists and freelance hairdressers looking for business training, confidence and growth strategies.
Can I join if I do not own a salon?
Yes. You do not need a salon. Indie Hair Academy is ideal for home salon owners, mobile hairdressers, chair renters, freelance stylists and anyone transitioning from employment to independence.
Ideal for hairdressers wanting salon independence including mobile stylists, home salon setups and freelancers starting their own business.
How long does it take to see results?
Many stylists start seeing results within 60 to 90 days. Results can include more bookings, clearer pricing, strong marketing, better confidence and higher weekly income when following the Indie Method consistently.
Most hairdressers achieve noticeable growth in 2 to 3 months including improved income, clients and marketing performance.
What makes Indie Hair Academy different?
Indie Hair Academy is built specifically for hairdressers, not general business owners. You learn real world business skills, mindset support, pricing structure, marketing strategy and personalised mentoring from someone who has been an independent stylist themselves.
A specialist hairdresser business program offering industry focused education, mentoring and coaching tailored for independent stylists.
Do you offer ongoing support after courses finish?
Yes. You can stay supported through the Indie Community, monthly mentoring, live webinars, workshops, partner discounts and optional private coaching. You will never feel alone or unsure in your business journey.
Offers ongoing support for hairdressers through community mentoring, continuing education, webinars and advanced training opportunities.
Is Indie Hair Academy international?
Yes. The business, mindset and marketing strategies apply globally, and many resources are tailored for the Australian market. Hairdressers worldwide are welcome.
Supports Australian hairdressers and global stylists seeking business coaching, marketing training and independent growth.
How do I know which program is right for me?
Most stylists start with the Free Starter Support or Business Starter Pack, then move into the Indie Community. From there, the Academy, Workshops and Coaching are the natural next steps depending on your goals.
Provides clear pathways for all levels including starter kits, mentoring communities, business academy programs and coaching.
Can I join Indie Hair Academy while still working?
Yes. Many stylists join while still working in a salon as they prepare for independence. You can learn the business skills, pricing strategies and mindset support you need while slowly transitioning into your own freelance or home salon business.
Perfect for stylists preparing to leave the salon environment and start a freelance or home salon business.
What if I feel nervous or unsure?
Feeling nervous is normal. Indie Hair Academy is built to help you gain clarity, confidence and direction at your own pace. You will be supported through every stage with mentoring, community, training and a clear roadmap so you never feel alone or overwhelmed.
Provides mindset support, business clarity and confidence coaching for hairdressers who want independence but feel hesitant.
Can beginners join with no business experience?
Yes. Indie Hair Academy is beginner friendly. You will learn business setup, pricing, marketing, systems, mindset and client attraction with step by step guidance.
Designed for beginner hairdressers with no business skills, offering simple training for setup, pricing, marketing and confidence building.
Courses, Coaching and Freebies
Start where you are. Whether you are just exploring independence or ready to grow your business fast, Indie Hair Academy has a clear pathway for every stage. Choose a course or grab a free resource to begin your journey.
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