Why the Founder of Salon Republic Believes Business Owners Need Self-Awareness to Be Successful The founder of Salon Republic, Eric Taylor, sits down with Jessica Abo to share what he's learned and his advice for aspiring business owners.

By Jessica Abo Jan 25, 2019

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Eric Taylor is passionate about making an impact and changing people's lives. He launched Salon Republic to help hair dressers and estheticians have the ability to create their own hours, and personal work space, through his salon-studio concept. Today, he has 15 locations, with five more opening this year in Southern California. He sat down with Jessica Abo to share what he's learned, what he would've done differently, and his advice for aspiring business owners. You can follow Salon Republic on Instagram. To listen to Taylor's podcast or to follow his content on YouTube, visit The Hair Game.

Jessica Abo

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Media Trainer, Keynote Speaker, and Author

Jessica Abo is a sought-after media trainer, award-winning journalist and best-selling author. Her client roster includes medical and legal experts, entrepreneurs, small business owners, startup founders, C-Suite executives, coaches, celebrities and philanthropists. Visit www.jessicaabo.com.

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