Stripped Minds | Business, Leadership & Brand Strategy Unfiltered
Welcome to Stripped Minds, the podcast where bold thinkers get bare. Hosted by Sasha Fedunchak, brand strategist, founder, and unapologetic truth-teller, this show peels back the layers of business, leadership, and personal growth to explore what really drives success and what holds us back.
Each week, Sasha sits down with founders, creators, and thought leaders who aren’t afraid to get real about the messy, human side of building brands, leading teams, and living with purpose. From the psychology of influence and the evolution of modern leadership to motherhood, ambition, identity, and the performance culture we’re all trying to escape — nothing is off limits.
If you’re a visionary entrepreneur, creative leader, or curious mind who craves big talk over small talk, you’re in the right place. Because real power starts when we strip away the polish and get honest about what it actually takes to build something that lasts.
Stripped Minds | Business, Leadership & Brand Strategy Unfiltered
Behind the Chair: Using Social Media to Grow as a Stylist and Salon Owner with Kara Day
Welcome back to The Beauty of Influence! Today, I'm joined by the incredible Kara Day, a fantastic hairstylist, salon owner, and mom whose business journey is nothing short of inspiring. We dive into her story of explosive growth, reaching six figures, opening a stunning salon outside Portland, Maine, and leading teams at Paris and New York Fashion Weeks—all within just a few years. Kara shares her experiences, insights, and unique approach to using social media to grow her business authentically. We also touch on the importance of personal transformation, setting boundaries, and finding work-life balance, especially as moms. Trust me, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for anyone in the beauty or service industry. Enjoy and get inspired by Kara's journey!
Connect with Kara:
Instagram
TikTok
What You'll Hear:
01:48 Kara Day's Journey and Achievements
04:39 Social Media Strategies for Success
17:00 The Evolution of Branding and Marketing
22:18 The Impact of Positivity on Client Attraction
24:31 Empowerment Through Personal Transformation
25:21 Balancing Motherhood and Ambition
31:22 Marketing and Social Media Strategies
37:05 Consistency and Overcoming Fear
Free Resources:
- Is your business BUILT TO OWN? Take the free quiz and find out if you're building an asset, or just operating a 24/7 job. Plus, get actionable insights to start shifting from founder-operator to founder-owner.
- Market Your Reputation Masterclass: Learn how to leverage what OTHER people are saying about you to book your services and sell out your products.
- Understand, Control and Grow Cashflow Masterclass: Daring Haus CFO Mike (my hubby!) put together an easy-to-understand masterclass on cash - because really, we all need to know our numbers to grow our businesses.
Connect with Sasha:
- Hang out with Sasha on Instagram and TikTok
- Follow Daring Haus on Instagram and TikTok
- Work with Daring Haus: daringhaus.com
