Welcome to the Cut to the News midweeker, a fresh addition to our hair news podcast where we delve into the hottest topics that are igniting conversations within the hair industry. Today, I'm thrilled to have two exceptional guests joining me, Salv Mule - the Director of Academy Salons and the current British Hairdressing Business Director of the Year, and Paul Davis, also known as The Hair & Beauty First Aid Kit. In this episode, we'll be tackling the thought-provoking subject of Boots Beauty Store entering the professional haircare market and the impact it has on the salon business industry. But that's not all! We'll also be exploring the positive side of retail in salons, discussing how it can enhance the client experience and foster trust between professionals and their clients. Furthermore, we'll dive into the crucial topic of better communication between brands and professionals, as well as adapting to the ever-changing landscape of the industry. If you have any thoughts or comments to add, we'd love to hear from you! Tag us @howtocutit on social media and let's keep the conversation going. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and let's jump right into today's compelling episode of Cut to the News midweeker. Find Salv Mule on Instagram @salvmule  and Paul Davies @hairandbeautyfirstaidkit Connect with How To Cut It @howtocutit  and online at www.howtocutit.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.