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BUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerRed Lobster: Losing and Rebuilding Brand Trust, One Decision at a TimeIn this episode of BUILDING & BREAKING, I’m diving into the story of Red Lobster’s recent comeback and what it teaches us about brand clarity, decision-making, leadership, and trust. From the chaos of the Endless Shrimp promotion to the arrival of new CEO Damola Adamolekun, this isn’t a story about flashy reinvention or performative PR. It’s about showing up, listening, simplifying, and making decisions that align with your brand promise. In This Episode: · How Red Lobster lost alignment with its brand promise and how it showed up to fix it · ...
2025-08-1430 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerENCORE Costco: A Masterclass In Trust, Brand Promises, and Lifetime Team and Member ValueWe're off this week, so please enjoy an encore of the first episode of BUILDING & BREAKING in case you missed it. Be back next week with a new episode! In the premiere episode of BUILDING & BREAKING, Nina dives deep into one of the greatest brand loyalty stories of our time: Costco. Through personal reflections as a newer Costco member (yet longtime studier of the brand) and decades of experience in brand strategy, Nina unpacks why Costco continues to build lasting trust, while other brands seem to be breaking it. This episode breaks down...
2025-06-1927 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerTaylor Swift: How Storytelling, Emotional Connection, and Healthy Boundaries Built A Personal BrandIn this episode of BUILDING & BREAKING, Nina breaks down one of the most iconic personal brands in the world, Taylor Swift. This isn’t a fangirl episode (though Nina is a Swiftie, duh). This is about a personal brand and consistent leadership, grounded in brand clarity, emotional connection, and healthy boundaries. From how Taylor speaks the language of her audience to how she uses storytelling to build trust and community, this episode explores the exact strategy behind her global impact. You’ll learn how to apply Taylor’s brand genius to your salon, busine...
2025-05-2231 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerTarget: How Knee-Jerk Decisions Break Trust and Erode Lifetime Customer ValueIn this episode of BUILDING & BREAKING, Nina breaks down Target’s trust crisis, not as a political conversation, but as a brand case study. Why did loyal shoppers like Nina, who went to Target every week, walk away? What lessons can salon owners, hairstylists, creative entrepreneurs, and beauty brands learn about lifetime customer (and client) value, consistency, and the cost of making decisions that are totally off-brand? Nina contrasts Target’s missteps with Costco’s long-game brand clarity, sharing real-life examples of how knee-jerk decisions can break trust and shrink long-term loyalty, and lifetime client, team...
2025-05-1527 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerAveda: From Salon Experience and Relationship Building Innovator To Fracturing Lifetime Customer ValueIn this episode of BUILDING & BREAKING, we’re diving deep into the legendary story of Aveda: how it rose to beloved icon status, what fueled its global success, and how it lost its way. Nina Kovner, former beauty brand VP, educator, and lifelong observer of Aveda’s rise and evolution, breaks down the brand’s rise under Horst Rechelbacher’s visionary leadership, its pioneering of nature-powered beauty, wellness, and the groundbreaking experience design that set it apart. We dive into how Aveda’s sale to Estée Lauder shifted its trajectory, the disconnect that followed, and the har...
2025-05-0837 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerCostco: A Masterclass in Trust, Brand Promises, and Lifetime Team and Member ValueIn the premiere episode of BUILDING & BREAKING, Nina dives deep into one of the greatest brand loyalty stories of our time: Costco. Through personal reflections as a newer Costco member (yet longtime studier of the brand) and decades of experience in brand strategy, Nina unpacks why Costco continues to build lasting trust, while other brands seem to be breaking it. This episode breaks down the fundamentals behind Costco’s success: their unwavering commitment to lifetime customer value, keeping brand promises (no matter the pressure), investing in their people, and always playing the long game over sh...
2025-05-0127 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerThe End, The Beginning, and Everything In BetweenWhy I’m Ending the PEOPLE PASSION PURPOSE Podcast—and Starting a New One That You Absolutely Need To Hear In this final episode, I share why I’m closing this podcast and what’s next: Building & Breaking with Nina L. Kovner, a new show about how brands are built, how trust is broken, and what it all means for salon owners, beauty brands, and creatives. It’s the end of one story, and the start of something deeper. Thank you for being here, whether you've been a listener since 2018, or are just jumping on this wild and wonder...
2025-04-2217 min
Mastering Beauty from Beauty Cast NetworkENCORE: On Change with Nina Kovner, @passionsquaredChange is a constant in both our lives and careers. Too often, however, lessons to be learned are missed as we work our way through the 'moments' at hand. Career and business thought leader and renowned coach, Nina Kovner shares her views on how to view change proactively in order to best move your career and life forward as both continue to unfold in front of us every day.*Note: this episode was published originally as #54
2025-03-3037 minMastering Beauty from Beauty Cast Network54. On Change with Nina Kovner, @passionsquaredChange is a constant in both our lives and careers. Too often, however, lessons to be learned are missed as we work our way through the 'moments' at hand. Career and business thought leader and renowned coach, Nina Kovner shares her views on how to view change proactively in order to best move your career and life forward as both continue to unfold in front of us every day.
2024-10-2037 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerGenerational Discourse: A Tale As Old As TimeIn this episode, Nina share insights on generational discourse drawing from their own experiences as a young hairdresser and marketer, the importance of listening to different generations and their perspectives, and how it applies to both your salon business and life and shares some tips from a blog they wrote in 2013 on how to be a more empathetic leader to future generations. Nina also shares why the word awesome has always been a big part of their vocabulary. You can find Passion Squared on the web here, and on the socials here and here. Thank you so much for...
2024-04-1720 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerThe Trouble with Comparing Your Salon Brand To The One Down The StreetIn this episode Nina dives into the trouble with comparing your salon brand to the one down the street, revisiting a Passion Squared blog post from 2014 on the importance of having clarity around your own salon brand story, marketing strategy which includes your salon pricing, your business objectives, desired outcomes, overhead, and all the things. This episode also includes a little reminder about your rhythm, knowing that some days you’ll be in your flow, some days you’ll be on fire, and some days, like for Nina today, you will be in your slow era. All the days and...
2024-04-1013 min
The Grounded Stylist#17 Nina Kovner: The Importance of Brand PurposeSeason 1 Episode 17
On this episode of The Grounded Stylist Podcast my special guest is Nina Kovner of Passion Squared. Nina has been a grounding force in the industry for many years and has a strong background with Paul Mitchell, and was one of my original mentors through their signature "A school" program in their company, "Passion Squared".
Nina has, and continues to help countless beauty professionals understand their brand and the business from their unique and experienced perspective. We talk about the importance of retail, the notion of slow time in the salon and the...
2024-03-0852 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerENCORE EPISODE: The $100K Email: Building Care, Trust, and Value with Your Existing Salon ClientsIn this episode, originally aired in June 2023, Nina shares some simple, high-impact ways to show your salon clients you care, build trust, and create more value for them. These simple actions, which have nothing to do with social media or algorithms, can help you retain awesome clients, and help you generate more revenue in the process. Also in this episode, Nina shares the real reason behind their obsession with squirrels, birds, and trees which is a story of hope and healing. You can find Nina and Passion Squared on the web here and on the socials here and here. Thank...
2024-02-2818 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerENCORE EPISODE: Justifying Your Value, Worth and Price In this episode, which originally aired on February 6, 2023, Nina dives deeper into an Instagram post shared last week on being mindful about creating content drenched in justification around the value, worth, and pricing of your brand services and products. Whether you are a stylist, a salon, a fitness trainer, a massage therapist, a lash artist, or a content creator, always remember your content is your marketing. When you find yourself sharing content that speaks to your value, worth, and pricing, ask yourself who is this targeting and whether is it adding value and solving a problem for those you...
2024-02-0709 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerThings To Look At When Your Salon Business Is SlowIn this episode, Nina shares some thoughts about the 'everyone is slow' narrative being shared on the salon industry socials. The fact is, not everyone is slow, busy, sad, happy, or anything. This is another example of black and white thinking, coupled with remembering the algorithms can be deceiving and distracting. Nina also shares insights on some key areas of your salon business to look at when things slow down and you don't know why starting with having clarity around your salon brand story which is the foundation for every decision you make in your business. You can learn...
2024-01-3126 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerENCORE EPISODE: Dismantling The ‘Professional Salon Products Aren’t Profitable’ MythWe’re sharing this episode again (original episode aired June 2023) as the myth around professional salon products not being profitable keeps coming back to our inbox, as recently as this week. In this episode, Nina talks about the true purpose of providing home care solutions for your clients and some of the false narratives being shared in the professional salon industry. The truth is, your salon client's happiness matters not just on the day of their salon visit, but also, all the days in between. The purpose of offering home care is not about money or profits, it...
2024-01-1823 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerSalon Client Education, Haircare Myths and Lifetime Client ValueIn this episode, Nina dives deeper into a post shared last week on the Passion Squared socials that spoke to the Stanley cup memes and folks comparing them to investing in professional salon products. The memes were funny and also created an opportunity to talk about brand value and lifetime salon client value. The deeper dive in this episode is about understanding the connection between educating your salon clients, and how that can translate into lifetime client value; the amount of joy, happiness, referrals and revenue your clients bring you over the lifetime of your relationship. Nina shares some...
2024-01-1019 min
Your Day Off @Hairdustry; A Podcast about the Hair Industry!Nina Kovner- The Power Is In The Pause@hairdustry present Your Day Off podcas:
🔥 The Power in the Pause: Mastering Healthy Boundaries for a Joyful Life 🌱
🤔 Ever feel burnt out, resentful, or just emotionally drained?
👉 This episode is a game-changer. We dive deep into the art of setting healthy boundaries, not just walls.
🙌 Healthy boundaries are about love, respect, and connection. They're the key to building self-esteem and finding joy in your life and work.
🛠️ Learn practical tools for clear communication, how to respond instead of react, and why the "power is in the pause."
🌟 Special guest Nina Kovn...
2023-10-1658 minMastering Beauty from Beauty Cast Network2. Nina Kovner, founder of @PassionSquared, on Mental HealthOne of the industry's most respected business/career coaches & longtime marketing 'guru', Nina Kovner joins us to discuss best advice on creating successful careers in beauty as well as a deep dive into some important ideas behind mental health & wellness - & the importance this big topic plays in all of our day-to-day personal & professional lives. Look for new Mastering Beauty episodes each & every Sunday. For information about Beauty Cast Network's Career Services & Placement programs for students a& schools, visit www.beautycastnetwork.com
2023-07-2328 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNavigating Difficult Conversations with Salon ClientsIn this episode, Nina responds to a question from Evan Joseph about dealing with a salon client who is being unreasonable and combative. There are several things to consider when deciding how to handle upset or angry salon clients; your business Agreements, your brand, lifetime client value, and the outcome you seek. Having healthy boundaries is essential in business, and Nina shares a few different ways to respond to these situations in a healthy way along with an example from My AwesomeAF Healthy Boundary Handbook which has several conversation frameworks like this to help you navigate the most common...
2023-07-0323 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerDear Salon Industry, We Need To Talk About Home Care Solutions for Your ClientsIn this episode, Nina talks about the true purpose of providing home care solutions for your clients and some of the false narratives being shared in the professional salon industry. The truth is, your client's happiness matters not just on the day of their salon visit, but also, all the days in between. The purpose of offering home care is not about money or profits, it is one of the results, however, not the most important result, which is client happiness and convenience. Nina also breaks down the simple math of professional home care, dispelling a narrative about it...
2023-06-2023 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerThe $100K Email: Building Care, Trust, and Value with Your Existing ClientsIn this episode, Nina shares some simple, high-impact ways to show clients you care, build trust, and create more value for them. These simple actions, which have nothing to do with social media or algorithms, can help you retain awesome clients, and help you generate more revenue in the process. Also in this episode, Nina shares the real reason behind their obsession with squirrels, birds, and trees which is a story of hope and healing. You can find Nina and Passion Squared on the web here and on the socials here and here. Thank you for listening!
2023-06-0518 min
The Impactful Stylist PodcastBoundaries & the Beauty Business with Nina Kovner, founder of Passion Squared 🫶In this episode I have the pleasure of having one of my longtime mentors Nina Kovner of Passion Squared as my guest!
This episode is all about boundaries….
I love this topic so much as I didn’t learn about setting healthy boundaries until I was well into my late 30’s and quite frankly didn’t even know what boundaries were!
I do know that learning more about setting boundaries in my professional and personal life have helped me so much to minimize feelings of burn out, resentment, codependency, etc.
What I’ve come to learn and why I love Nina and P...
2023-06-0232 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerENCORE: A Different Look at Team Handbooks and Client AgreementsOne way to reduce team discourse, leadership overwhelm and angst is to have clear, simple, aligned, and compassionate communication. And while that sounds like, duh Nina, the truth is it's one of the most common reasons discourse is created in the first place, and why people quit. Unmet expectations, broken promises, or misaligned expectations come back to communication. In this episode, Nina shares the Awesome Team Handbook framework they created for clients of Passion Squared, along with some crucial details and context. Whether it's team, tenant, or client agreements, the more clear you are on your brand, the more...
2023-05-2919 min
Social Beauty MakersENCORE: Nina Kovner, @passionsquared on BrandingA renowned coach, marketer, & thought leader in social/digital media, Nina Kovner, Passion Squared CEO, gives us a 15-minute master class on the fundamentals of 'brand' & 'branding' -two words too often used interchangeably... in error.Today perhaps more than ever before, the essence of who we are & how we show up (as businesses, professionals, or as humans) matters to those we connect with day-to-day. And just as education matters in your craft, so does it matter in raising the bar on your marketing game. For early access to future episodes, please visit www.socialbeautymakers.com & sign up...
2023-05-1418 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerHealthy Boundaries: Conversation Framework for Pricing Discussions with ClientsIn this episode, Nina shares the Healthy Boundary Conversation Framework from My AwesomeAF Healthy Boundary Handbook to help guide you through some of the more challenging discussions when salon clients are asking about the pricing of your services and when you have a price increase. Nina also walks you through the differences between healthy boundary communications on price increases and no boundary communications. You will immediately feel the difference. You can apply these frameworks to any difficult conversation, and the ones you tend to avoid. We also talk about Taylor Swift, because, of course, we do. You can find...
2023-05-0819 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNot Everyone Goes To A Salon: A Lesson In Marketing & Your MindsetIn this episode, Nina shares some much-needed context to help you understand the difference between salon-going and non-salon going consumers, which helps you better define your own target market, dream clients, or what we call at Passion Squared, brand people. When you have clarity around this, you can spend more time focusing on who you serve, and less time and frustration on the folks who simply don't see value in a salon experience or never will. Nina also shares a super important marketing fundamental to help you align your pricing with your brand, strategy, business model, objectives, and desired...
2023-04-2416 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerMy Take On Independence and Interdependence from 2013In this episode, Nina share's chapter from their book Follow Your Heart, written in 2013. The chapter is called PEOPLE, and it walks you through why the concept of independence is a myth, and why interdependence is really where it's at still to this day. You can apply this concept to both your business and your life because the truth is, you need people, we need people, and none of us would be where we are today without the people who held us, guided us, and lifted us up along the way. You can find Nina on the socials here a...
2023-03-0610 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerA Different Look At Team Handbooks and AgreementsOne way to reduce team discourse, leadership overwhelm and angst are to have clear, simple, aligned, and compassionate communication. And while that sounds like, duh Nina, the truth is it's one of the most common reasons discourse is created in the first place, and why people quit. Unmet expectations, broken promises, or misaligned expectations come back to communication. In this episode Nina shares the Team Handbook framework they created for clients of Passion Squared, along with some crucial details and context. Whether it's team, tenant, or client agreements, the more clear you are on your brand, the more clear...
2023-02-2119 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerA Different Look At Team Handbooks and AgreementsOne way to reduce team discourse, leadership overwhelm and angst is to have clear, simple, aligned, and compassionate communication. And while that sounds like, duh Nina, the truth is it's one of the most common reasons discourse is created in the first place, and why people quit. Unmet expectations, broken promises, or misaligned expectations come back to communication. In this episode Nina shares the Team Handbook framework they created for clients of Passion Squared, along with some crucial details and context. Whether it's team, tenant, or client agreements, the more clear you are on your brand, the more clear...
2023-02-1319 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerJustifying Your Value, Worth and PriceIn this episode, Nina dives deeper into an Instagram post shared last week on being mindful about creating content drenched in justification around the value, worth, and pricing of your brand services and products. Whether you are a stylist, a salon, a fitness trainer, a massage therapist, a lash artist, or a content creator, always remember your content is your marketing. When you find yourself sharing content that speaks to your value, worth, and pricing, ask yourself who is this targeting and whether is it adding value and solving a problem for those you serve. Your current clients already...
2023-02-0609 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerBONUS Episode Nina Kovner on BrandingBestie of Passion Squared and the beauty industry Gordon Miller recently launched a new podcast, Social Beauty Makers, and invited Nina on his pod. From Social Beauty Makers A renowned coach, marketer, and thought leader in social and digital media, Nina Kovner, Passion Squared CEO, gives us a 15-minute master class on the fundamentals related to 'brand' and 'branding' -two words too often used interchangeably... in error. Today perhaps more than ever before, the essence of who we are and we show up (as businesses, professionals, or as humans) matters to those we connect with day-to-day...
2023-01-3118 minSocial Beauty Makers7. Nina Kovner, @passionsquared on BrandingA renowned coach, marketer, and thought leader in social and digital media, Nina Kovner, Passion Squared CEO, gives us a 15-minute master class on the fundamentals related to 'brand' and 'branding' -two words too often used interchangeably... in error. Today perhaps more than ever before, the essence of who we are and we show up (as businesses, professionals, or as humans) matters to those we connect with day-to-day. And just as education matters in your craft, so does it matter in raising the bar on your marketing game. Listen in for more.
2023-01-2918 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerThe Difference Between Brand Values and Brand ValueIn this episode Nina shares insights into why it's essential to understand your brand values, what those you serve value, and the difference between brand values and brand value. With the recent decision Amazon made to end their Smile program they chose to abandon a part of their brand that was of value for some, and in doing so, moves folks to question Amazon's actual brand values. Your brand story is the foundation of all that you do as a small business owner, and it begins by having clarity of your brand purpose, promise, and people. You can find...
2023-01-2319 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerAligning Your Words with Your BrandIn this episode, Nina shares insights and examples of why it's important to align your words, language, communications, and content with your brand purpose, promise, people, voice, values, and vibe. Your words have energy, meaning, and impact. You want the words you choose to help you move toward the outcome you're seeking while ensuring they are in the language of your client, customer, or consumer. You can find Nina and Passion Squared on the socials @passionsquared and at passionsquared.net Thank you so much for listening!
2023-01-1611 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerCare, Trust and Value in 2023In this episode Nina shares some insights into how you can double down on caring, building trust, and delivering value for your clients, teams, and tenants this year. Whether you believe a recession is here or on the way, getting back to the fundamentals of building relationships, referrals, retention, and revenue is very much in style. What's out of style is client shaming, blaming, and being inflexible. Care, trust, and value are very much in. Focus on solutions, along with clarity of your brand purpose, promise, and people. You got this! You can find Nina and Passion Squared on...
2023-01-0912 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerWhat We Can Learn from New Year’s DayWelcome back to the podcast, lol! It's been a minute. In this episode Nina shares some wisdom and thoughts around the feelings and hopes of new days and how that can translate into any day of the year. Whether you spend your New Year’s Day in silence and reflection, or out playing in nature, or binge watching your favorite show, prioritizing your self-care is essential to feeling more grounded, present and intentional as a leader, small business owner and human. If feeling more grounded and intentional and self-care is on your 2023 list, this episode is for you. You ca...
2023-01-0212 min
Grow My Salon Business Podcast166 Passion, Purpose, Promise, and People: Finding Your Way In the World with Nina KovnerMy guest today, Nina Kovner, is someone who I have been wanting to speak with for the last couple of years. I think Nina has a valuable message to share with the world. So, I’m so glad we finally made it happen! Amongst many things, Nina is a fellow podcaster and passionate advocate for mental health awareness as well as being a salon business coach and the context creator for Passion Squared. Nina has a vast amount of experience in the hairdressing industry and brings an honesty and thought provoking authenticity to every conversation.
2022-11-081h 02BUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerGetting Back To What Matters On Social MediaIn this all-new episode of the pod, Nina shares their experience with the recent 33-day social break they took. At Passion Squared, we've been sharing with our clients and community for years about the importance of taking breaks, however, during this break, Nina saw the need for even more time off, and when you are on, remembering your purpose for being there, focusing on who you serve and the solutions you have for those you serve. It's time to get back into a healthy relationship with the socials, stay aligned with your brand purpose, promise, and people and prioritize...
2022-01-0424 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerENCORE: Nina L. Kovner On Holidays + Boundaries + Britney Spears(This episode originally aired on December 24, 2019) In this episode, Nina shares her experience around navigating the holidays when you struggle to find joy in them, a little but super important rant on Britney memes and mental health, along with reading a few pages from her NEW My AwesomeAF Boundary Book that touches on clients demanding to be squeezed in and talking politics with family. You can get your copy of My AwesomeAF Boundary Book in the Passion Squared Shop here and find Nina on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening!
2021-11-1824 min
Gina Bianca Podcast66. Spending time with Nina Kovner Welcome Nina Kovner to the Podcast! The Short Story… Mostly for Show Brochures and Trade MagazinesFrom the shampoo room to the boardroom, Nina L. Kovner took the world of pro beauty by storm with her thoughtful attention to detail and never-ending tenacity. After 26 years of conquering obstacles in an ever-changing business landscape and helping to build one of the most recognized professional haircare brands in the world, they respectfully walked away from a career at the top to help small business owners and artists discover and live their purpose with passion and empower their businesses. Now...
2021-11-081h 40BUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerFifty Five Lessons + Wisdoms from 55 Years of LivingIn this episode of the pod, Nina shares fifty five life and business wisdoms and lessons on their 55th birthday with special guest and bestie Gordon Miller of Hairbrained. Grab your favorite beverage and snack, get cozy, take a listen and if you feel inspired, share some of your wisdoms and lessons with us on the socials. You can find Nina + Passion Squared on the gram @passionsquared @ninakovner and Gordon @gordnm @hairbrained_official Thank you so much for listening and for you trust, support and LOVE. We’re gratefulAF for you. Some Causes Close To Nina’s He...
2021-10-0954 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner On Business Integrity & Agreements + No Shows + Lifetime Client Value + Venmo DramaIn this What's On My Mind episode we are back with Nina sharing what's been on their mind the last couple weeks. Nina share's their thoughts on business integrity and ethics, business agreements and how they align with your own brand vision and values along with your brand purpose, promise and people. This applies to all aspects of your business and the daily decisions you make as a leader and small business owner. We talk lifetime client value and could not help but talk about the the recent Venmo drama and some things to consider before you make a...
2021-07-1031 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerDr. Nancy Sobel on Mental Health + Wellness As We Enter Our Post Pandemic WorldContent Warning: Depression, Suicidal Ideation & Traumatic Experience In this comeback episode Nina brings back her therapist, Dr. Nancy Sobel, to talk about all the things mental health. Dr. Nancy Sobel is a psychologist in private practice in West LA specializing in the treatment of trauma and compulsive disorders and has been Nina's personal therapist for the past 14 years. Dr. Sobel has worked in the addiction field for over thirty years and has consulted in the development of treatment programs in the United States and abroad. Dr. Sobel is widely known for her work in the entertainment industry...
2021-05-231h 00
American SalonStories: Nina Kovner, Passion Squared - Part 1We launch our American Salon Stories podcast with Passion Squared’s "Chief Awesomeness Empowerer”, Nina Kovner. A regular contributor to American Salon, and one of the most social and digital media savvy professionals we know, Nina shares her story and professional passions (along with some best advice) with American Salon Publisher, Gordon Miller. This from PassionSqaured.net: "We know that awesome business owners are created from the inside out and we work to empower our clients with a focus on online + offline marketing, strategy, brand development and personal development. At Passion Squared, we go straight to the heart of the matt...
2021-03-1643 minAmerican SalonStories: Nina Kovner, Passion Squared - Part 2Passion Squared’s Chief Awesomeness Empowerer, Nina Kovner, returns to the Podcast for a deep dive with Gordon into the big idea/trend of "influence" (and influencers) -and what both mean for salons and professionals. A regular contributor to American Salon, and one of the most social and digital media savvy professionals we know, Nina shares her considerable insights into social and digital marketing as well some great recommended resources for our audience.
2021-03-161h 05
Hairbrained Conversations#183 Nina Kovner (@passionsquared) + Gordon talk ClubhouseClubhouse is the newest sensation in digital and social media apps and platforms - and the professional salon community is showing up in a VERY big way. Salon business coach/thought leader Nina Kovner joins Gordon for a highly engaging conversation on how 'social audio' can benefit professionals, where the platform might be headed, and what it all could mean in the larger context of innovation and beauty. Note: Look for Gordon on Clubhouse every Monday @1pm ET/10am PT in our Hb Salon Success room.
2021-03-071h 07
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerDr. Nancy R. Sobel On Mental Health + Hope + Resilience with COVID-19In this episode Nina chats with Dr. Nancy Sobel, a psychologist in private practice in Los Angeles California specializing in the treatment of trauma and compulsive disorders and Nina’s personal therapist for the past 13 years. Dr. Nancy shares her expertise, experience and some tools to help you understand and navigate all the stages and feels of this global pandemic. We talk anxiety, fear, guilt, resentment, codependency, routine, ritual, reality, gratitude, hope and more. You can find Dr. Nancy on the gram through her non-profit @gapcreate and on the web at gapcreate.org You can find Nina on the gr...
2020-03-2744 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerDr. Nancy R. Sobel On Mental Health + Hope + Resilience with COVID-19In this episode Nina chats with Dr. Nancy Sobel, a psychologist in private practice in Los Angeles California specializing in the treatment of trauma and compulsive disorders and Nina’s personal therapist for the past 13 years. Dr. Nancy shares her expertise, experience and some tools to help you understand and navigate all the stages and feels of this global pandemic. We talk anxiety, fear, guilt, resentment, codependency, routine, ritual, reality, gratitude, hope and more. You can find Dr. Nancy on the gram through her non-profit @gapcreate and on the web at gapcreate.org You can find Nina on the gr...
2020-03-2744 minHairbrained Conversations#120. Special Episode: A Conversation about Salons and Coronavirus with Tabatha Coffey and Nina KovnerInspired conversations with two of the industry's leading coaches and voices. Tabatha Coffey, Matrix Global Business Ambassador & Nina Kovner, founder, Passion Squared each share thoughts on how to best cope with the challenges facing salons and professionals in the wake of COVID-19.
2020-03-1938 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner On Communication + Community + Compassion In CrisisIn this episode Nina shares her thoughts around navigating the anxiety, fear and uncertainty around COIVD-19 for salons + small business owners. If you are seeking guidance and support with your client + team communications, click to read Clear Communication Is Kind. Please use TRUSTED news sources for information in your country, state, county and city and be very careful of what you are sharing online. We need more facts, calm, mindfulness and more sharing of resources that are helpful. Your feelings are valid. We are in this together. And we will get through this together. You...
2020-03-1416 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner On Communication + Community + Compassion In CrisisIn this episode Nina shares her thoughts around navigating the anxiety, fear and uncertainty around COIVD-19 for salons + small business owners. If you are seeking guidance and support with your client + team communications, click to read Clear Communication Is Kind. Please use TRUSTED news sources for information in your country, state, county and city and be very careful of what you are sharing online. We need more facts, calm, mindfulness and more sharing of resources that are helpful. Your feelings are valid. We are in this together. And we will get through this together. You...
2020-03-1416 min
The Hair GameThe Importance of Mental Health (Yes…Even You) as a Hairdresser w/ Nina Kovner @passionsquared After struggling to find personal happiness & peace, Nina Kovner founded Passion Squared to focus on helping the creative person be successful in their business. She uses her past experiences with anxiety, depression, and stress to guide others in achieving success without sacrificing their own happiness & health. Check out her book here: https://passionsquared.net/shop/digital-awesomeness/awesome-af-boundary-book/ SHOW NOTES: • How attending a hair show made her fall in love with the hair industry • Her nervous breakdown and suicide attempt; recovering & the creation of passion squared • What are people i...
2020-03-021h 05
The Hair GameEp. 128 • The Importance of Mental Health (Yes…Even You) as a Hairdresser w/ Nina Kovner @passionsquared After struggling to find personal happiness & peace, Nina Kovner founded Passion Squared to focus on helping the creative person be successful in their business. She uses her past experiences with anxiety, depression, and stress to guide others in achieving success without sacrificing their own happiness & health. Check out her book here: https://passionsquared.net/shop/digital-awesomeness/awesome-af-boundary-book/ SHOW NOTES: • How attending a hair show made her fall in love with the hair industry • Her nervous breakdown and suicide attempt; recovering & the creation of passion squared • What are people i...
2020-03-021h 05BUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner On Exposure Doesn’t Pay The BillsIn this episode I share my experience, wisdom and context around getting paid as a speaker, educator, platform artist and influencer. After 30 years of being an educator, education director and VP of Marketing, Education and Events, I have negotiated hundreds of contracts and today help our clients at Passion Squared understand their value and worth. This is not a black and white one size fits all discussion, but it is one that needs to be clearly understood so you are empowered to advocate and negotiate for yourself. A big shout out of gratitude to all the brands who have...
2020-01-1626 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner On Exposure Doesn’t Pay The BillsIn this episode I share my experience, wisdom and context around getting paid as a speaker, educator, platform artist and influencer. After 30 years of being an educator, education director and VP of Marketing, Education and Events, I have negotiated hundreds of contracts and today help our clients at Passion Squared understand their value and worth. This is not a black and white one size fits all discussion, but it is one that needs to be clearly understood so you are empowered to advocate and negotiate for yourself. A big shout out of gratitude to all the brands who have...
2020-01-1626 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerGordon Miller + Nina L. Kovner Decade In Review + Ramblings + PredictionsIn this extended episode Nina sits down with her bestie Gordon Miller, CEO of Hairbrained.me to talk about the decade in social, digital, the beauty industry, highlights, proud moments along with some predictions of where they see the future of social, digital and more. Buckle up loves, this is a long yet loaded with so much wisdom episode. You can find Gordon on the gram @gordnm @hairbrained_official and Nina @passionsquared Thank you Gordon for being our special guest and to all of our listeners who have been with us the last two years. We are so grateful...
2019-12-301h 27
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerGordon Miller + Nina L. Kovner Decade In Review + Ramblings + PredictionsIn this extended episode Nina sits down with her bestie Gordon Miller, CEO of Hairbrained.me to talk about the decade in social, digital, the beauty industry, highlights, proud moments along with some predictions of where they see the future of social, digital and more. Buckle up loves, this is a long yet loaded with so much wisdom episode. You can find Gordon on the gram @gordnm @hairbrained_official and Nina @passionsquared Thank you Gordon for being our special guest and to all of our listeners who have been with us the last two years. We are so grateful...
2019-12-301h 27BUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner On Holidays + Boundaries + Britney SpearsIn this episode Nina shares her experience around navigating the holidays when you struggle to find joy in them, a little but super important rant on Britney memes and mental health, along with reading a few pages from her NEW My AwesomeAF Boundary Book that touches on clients demanding to be squeezed in and talking politics with family. You can get your copy of My AwesomeAF Boundary Book in the Passion Squared Shop here and find Nina on the gram @passionsquared
2019-12-2424 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner On Holidays + Boundaries + Britney SpearsIn this episode Nina shares her experience around navigating the holidays when you struggle to find joy in them, a little but super important rant on Britney memes and mental health, along with reading a few pages from her NEW My AwesomeAF Boundary Book that touches on clients demanding to be squeezed in and talking politics with family. You can get your copy of My AwesomeAF Boundary Book in the Passion Squared Shop here and find Nina on the gram @passionsquared
2019-12-2424 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner On Instagram Hiding Likes + The Purpose of Social MediaIn this episode Nina shares some thoughts around the ongoing test of Instagram hiding likes and the test coming to the US. In addition, Nina helps provide some perspective around the purpose of social media and getting back to what really matters, relationships, solving problems, adding value, listening and more. You can find Nina on the gram @passionsquared and at passionsquared.net. Thank you so much for listening.
2019-11-0911 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner On Instagram Hiding Likes + The Purpose of Social MediaIn this episode Nina shares some thoughts around the ongoing test of Instagram hiding likes and the test coming to the US. In addition, Nina helps provide some perspective around the purpose of social media and getting back to what really matters, relationships, solving problems, adding value, listening and more. You can find Nina on the gram @passionsquared and at passionsquared.net. Thank you so much for listening.
2019-11-0911 min
No Stylist Left BehindMy Life Out Loud with Nina Kovner @passionsquaredComing in hot on the No Stylist Left Behind podcast. Today we have someone that has paved the way for us to truly understand the meaning of connection through social media platforms. Focusing on people, passion and purpose, Nina and J want to welcome the one and only Nina Kovner of Passion Squared to the podcast. What you can expect is stories of self care, self love, brand building and all around inspiration. This is just what you need to keep focused on your journey toward owning who you are as a person and who your in your brand. L...
2019-11-0150 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner On My Year of Daring GreatlyIn this episode I share my very personal journey of joy, courage, fear, depression and all the things this past year that brought me to this moment of immense gratitude, the day of my 53rd birthday. This is a very vulnerable and potentially triggering episode for those who deal with depression, eating disorders and suicidal thoughts. Because of that, please be mindful of when and where you listen and also of the resources available to you in the US such as the Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 Trans Lifeline 877-565-8860....
2019-10-1048 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner On My Year of Daring GreatlyIn this episode I share my very personal journey of joy, courage, fear, depression and all the things this past year that brought me to this moment of immense gratitude, the day of my 53rd birthday. This is a very vulnerable and potentially triggering episode for those who deal with depression, eating disorders and suicidal thoughts. Because of that, please be mindful of when and where you listen and also of the resources available to you in the US such as the Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 Trans Lifeline 877-565-8860....
2019-10-1048 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner On Client Shaming On The SocialsIn this episode Nina shares her thoughts on putting clients on blast on social media and the not so awesome impact it can have on your business and brand, along with sharing a blog she wrote back in 2015 on the topic. A big shout out of gratitude to @erin.mills on the gram for inspiring this episode. You can find Nina and Passion Squared on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening.
2019-08-1510 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner On Client Shaming On The SocialsIn this episode Nina shares her thoughts on putting clients on blast on social media and the not so awesome impact it can have on your business and brand, along with sharing a blog she wrote back in 2015 on the topic. A big shout out of gratitude to @erin.mills on the gram for inspiring this episode. You can find Nina and Passion Squared on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening.
2019-08-1510 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner On Reading Online Reviews + GratitudeIn this episode Nina takes it all the way back to the beginning of the podcast and reads the reviews our awesome listeners have shared along with the wisdom, power and intel that comes when you take the time to dig deep into the experiences your clients are sharing online. This is a must listen episode for all creative small biz folks, in particular, if you are one that fears review sites. You can find Nina on the gram sharing on behalf of her company @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening!
2019-08-0213 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner On Reading Online Reviews + GratitudeIn this episode Nina takes it all the way back to the beginning of the podcast and reads the reviews our awesome listeners have shared along with the wisdom, power and intel that comes when you take the time to dig deep into the experiences your clients are sharing online. This is a must listen episode for all creative small biz folks, in particular, if you are one that fears review sites. You can find Nina on the gram sharing on behalf of her company @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening!
2019-08-0213 min
??????????Nina L Kovner on 3 Ways To Show You Care + Grow ConsistentlyIn this episode Nina shares three simple ways you can show your clients you care and grow your business long term. These basic fundamentals are not fancy, new or revolutionary, but if you are not doing them consistently, you will find yourself on the struggle bus more often than not. You can find Nina on the gram @passionsquared and on the web at passionsquared.net
2019-03-0109 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner on 3 Ways To Show You Care + Grow ConsistentlyIn this episode Nina shares three simple ways you can show your clients you care and grow your business long term. These basic fundamentals are not fancy, new or revolutionary, but if you are not doing them consistently, you will find yourself on the struggle bus more often than not. You can find Nina on the gram @passionsquared and on the web at passionsquared.net
2019-03-0109 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner on 3 Ways To Show You Care + Grow ConsistentlyIn this episode Nina shares three simple ways you can show your clients you care and grow your business long term. These basic fundamentals are not fancy, new or revolutionary, but if you are not doing them consistently, you will find yourself on the struggle bus more often than not. You can find Nina on the gram @passionsquared and on the web at passionsquared.net
2019-03-0109 min??????????Nina L Kovner on Courage + Being Brave + Walking The TalkIn this episode Nina shares a recent experience she had getting stuck on a highway, alone, at night, in the mountains, in a snowstorm, and all the lessons she learned about being brave, our capacity for strength in scary situations, and the incredible kindness of strangers. Warning: this story may cause some fear and anxiety, but the lessons shared may be worth the temporary discomfort you may feel. You can find Nina on the web @passionsquared and at passionsquared.net
2019-02-2130 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner on Courage + Being Brave + Walking The TalkIn this episode Nina shares a recent experience she had getting stuck on a highway, alone, at night, in the mountains, in a snowstorm, and all the lessons she learned about being brave, our capacity for strength in scary situations, and the incredible kindness of strangers. Warning: this story may cause some fear and anxiety, but the lessons shared may be worth the temporary discomfort you may feel. You can find Nina on the web @passionsquared and at passionsquared.net
2019-02-2130 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L Kovner on Courage + Being Brave + Walking The TalkIn this episode Nina shares a recent experience she had getting stuck on a highway, alone, at night, in the mountains, in a snowstorm, and all the lessons she learned about being brave, our capacity for strength in scary situations, and the incredible kindness of strangers. Warning: this story may cause some fear and anxiety, but the lessons shared may be worth the temporary discomfort you may feel. You can find Nina on the web @passionsquared and at passionsquared.net
2019-02-2130 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. Kovner2018 Thoughts and 2019 Insights with Nina L. KovnerIn this episode I share some thoughts about 2018 and what I see coming for creative small businesses, online and off, in 2019. On a personal level, I share some raw and oh so honest thoughts about mental health, courage and faith. Thank you so much for listening and for all the love and support in this first year of our podcast. We love you!
2018-12-2726 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. Kovner2018 Thoughts and 2019 Insights with Nina L. KovnerIn this episode I share some thoughts about 2018 and what I see coming for creative small businesses, online and off, in 2019. On a personal level, I share some raw and oh so honest thoughts about mental health, courage and faith. Thank you so much for listening and for all the love and support in this first year of our podcast. We love you!
2018-12-2726 min
The Hair GameEp. 66 (rebroadcast) · Nina Kovner @passionsquared Doesn’t Parse Words on the State of the Beauty IndustryIn this rerelease of episode 7, Eric speaks with Nina Kovner of Passionsquared. Nina is the preeminent life and business coach for professionals in our industry. Find us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/salonrepublic/ www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor/ Subscribe to our Youtube channel or THG vlog site! www.youtube.com/channel/UCroeKASK16sWJnEeGplY-Ng salonrepublic.com/thehairgame/
2018-12-2453 min
The Hair GameEp. 66 (rebroadcast) · Nina Kovner @passionsquared Doesn’t Parse Words on the State of the Beauty IndustryIn this rerelease of episode 7, Eric speaks with Nina Kovner of Passionsquared. Nina is the preeminent life and business coach for professionals in our industry.
Find us on Instagram:
www.instagram.com/salonrepublic/
www.instagram.com/loveerictaylor/
Subscribe to our Youtube channel or THG vlog site!
www.youtube.com/channel/UCroeKASK16sWJnEeGplY-Ng
salonrepublic.com/thehairgame/
2018-12-2453 min??????????Nina Kovner On Perseverance + Comparison + Social MediaIn this What’s On My Mind episode Nina shares the truth behind her current state of mind, why it’s so important to acknowledge the lows as well as the highs and how to pull through it all. She also shares a little riff on comparison, knowing your brand, finding time for social and content creation. You can find Nina on the gram @passionsquared
2018-07-1521 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina Kovner On Perseverance + Comparison + Social MediaIn this What’s On My Mind episode Nina shares the truth behind her current state of mind, why it’s so important to acknowledge the lows as well as the highs and how to pull through it all. She also shares a little riff on comparison, knowing your brand, finding time for social and content creation. You can find Nina on the gram @passionsquared
2018-07-1521 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina Kovner On Perseverance + Comparison + Social MediaIn this What’s On My Mind episode Nina shares the truth behind her current state of mind, why it’s so important to acknowledge the lows as well as the highs and how to pull through it all. She also shares a little riff on comparison, knowing your brand, finding time for social and content creation. You can find Nina on the gram @passionsquared
2018-07-1521 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on Insta Experts + Context + WhyIn this What’s On My Mind episode I share my thoughts context, Insta experts, Insta education and importance of understanding and using The Celery Test as shared by the awesome Simon Sinek in the book Start With Why when both giving and getting advice. You can find me on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening.
2018-04-2920 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on Insta Experts + Context + WhyIn this What’s On My Mind episode I share my thoughts context, Insta experts, Insta education and importance of understanding and using The Celery Test as shared by the awesome Simon Sinek in the book Start With Why when both giving and getting advice. You can find me on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening.
2018-04-2920 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on Control Issues + Perspective + Social Media BreaksIn this What’s On My Mind episode I share some insights on control issues, finding perspective when plans go sideways, and why and how consistent social media breaks are critical to being an awesome leader. You can find me on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening.
2018-04-0815 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on Control Issues + Perspective + Social Media BreaksIn this What’s On My Mind episode I share some insights on control issues, finding perspective when plans go sideways, and why and how consistent social media breaks are critical to being an awesome leader. You can find me on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening.
2018-04-0815 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on The Meaning of Social + the Vero AppIn this extended What’s On My Mind episode I share some social media 101, why it’s time to get back to the fundamentals of social and my thoughts on the Vero app. You can find me on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening.
2018-03-0419 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on The Meaning of Social + the Vero AppIn this extended What’s On My Mind episode I share some social media 101, why it’s time to get back to the fundamentals of social and my thoughts on the Vero app. You can find me on the gram @passionsquared Thank you so much for listening.
2018-03-0419 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on AnxietyIn this What’s On My Mind episode, I share my thoughts on living and thriving with anxiety and panic disorder and my personal process for dealing with it all.
2018-01-2105 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on PositivityIn this What’s On My Mind episode I talk the perception that I am always positive and the tools I use to keep my promise to you and live my purpose.
2018-01-2104 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on AnxietyIn this What’s On My Mind episode, I share my thoughts on living and thriving with anxiety and panic disorder and my personal process for dealing with it all.
2018-01-2105 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on PositivityIn this What’s On My Mind episode I talk the perception that I am always positive and the tools I use to keep my promise to you and live my purpose.
2018-01-2104 minBUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on Finding Your RhythmIn this What’s On My Mind episode, I share my thoughts on how balance is unattainable and why finding your rhythm is where I suggest you focus your energy.
2018-01-1404 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on Finding Your RhythmIn this What’s On My Mind episode, I share my thoughts on how balance is unattainable and why finding your rhythm is where I suggest you focus your energy.
2018-01-1404 min
BUILDING & BREAKING with Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on AlgorithmsIn this ͞What’s On My Mind͟ episode, I share my thoughts on the latest Instagram algorithm rumors and why you need to ignore it.
2018-01-0704 min
people passion purpose podcast with host Nina L. KovnerNina L. Kovner on AlgorithmsIn this ͞What’s On My Mind͟ episode, I share my thoughts on the latest Instagram algorithm rumors and why you need to ignore it.
2018-01-0704 min
The Hair GameEp. 7 · Nina Kovner @passionsquared Doesn’t Parse Words on the State of the Beauty IndustryIn this episode, Eric speaks with Nina Kovner of Passionsquared. Nina is the preeminent life and business coach for professionals in our industry. They go deep into the following topics-
-How potential clients find you in today’s digital landscape
-Making money on influence in our industry. What are the rules influencers need to be aware of?
-Where are things headed? What’s next?
-What is PassionSquared and how it can help independent beauty professionals with their business?
2017-10-1952 min
The Hair GameEp. 7 · Nina Kovner @passionsquared Doesn’t Parse Words on the State of the Beauty IndustryIn this episode, Eric speaks with Nina Kovner of Passionsquared. Nina is the preeminent life and business coach for professionals in our industry. They go deep into the following topics- -How potential clients find you in today’s digital landscape -Making money on influence in our industry. What are the rules influencers need to be aware of? -Where are things headed? What’s next? -What is PassionSquared and how it can help independent beauty professionals with their business?
2017-10-1952 min
American Salon Stories23: Nina Kovner, Passion SquaredPassion Squared’s Chief Awesomeness Empowerer, Nina Kovner, returns to the Podcast for a deep dive with Gordon into the big idea/trend of "influence" (and influencers) -and what both mean for salons and professionals. A regular contributor to American Salon, and one of the most social and digital media savvy professionals we know, Nina shares her considerable insights into social and digital marketing as well some great recommended resources for our audience.
2017-08-141h 05American Salon Stories01: Nina Kovner, Passion SquaredWe launch our American Salon Stories podcast with Passion Squared’s "Chief Awesomeness Empowerer”, Nina Kovner. A regular contributor to American Salon, and one of the most social and digital media savvy professionals we know, Nina shares her story and professional passions (along with some best advice) with American Salon Publisher, Gordon Miller. This from PassionSqaured.net: "We know that awesome business owners are created from the inside out and we work to empower our clients with a focus on online + offline marketing, strategy, brand development and personal development. At Passion Squared, we go straight to the heart of...
2017-02-0343 min