The CEO Diaries

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The CEO Diaries is hosted by Terra Harvell, the CEO of multiple multi-million dollar businesses, including Harper Ellis Hair Co. From being a salon owner and celebrity hair stylist, to now owning one of the most successful hair extension companies in the industry, Terra has learned a lot of lessons along the way. On this show, Terra is sharing it all, (well- as much as her lawyer will let her 😅) from how she’s scaled her success to 7 figures, to what she’s learned from less than perfect business partnerships, and everything else along the way. Her goal is to educate, inspire, and create a community of bad a** female entrepreneurs to life one another up! Terra is here for authentic life chats about business, marriage, motherhood, trauma, and everything in between! Pour yourself a glass of champagne, get comfy, and enjoy the show! Powered by Harper Ellis Hair Co.

Terra Harvell


    • Oct 6, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 21 EPISODES

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    The CEO Diaries podcast is truly a gem in the world of business and life lesson podcasts. It offers an abundance of valuable information and knowledge for both business owners and individuals seeking personal growth. The hosts, Terra Harvell and her guests, bring so much depth to each episode with their transparency, honesty, and rawness. The podcast covers a wide range of topics including business struggles, mental health, motherhood, and life experiences. As a business owner myself, I find immense value in listening to their insights and advice. The podcast is not only informative but also incredibly entertaining due to the humor and realness that Terra brings to the table. This podcast has become one of my absolute favorites.

    One of the best aspects of The CEO Diaries podcast is its wealth of knowledge and wisdom shared by successful business owners and professionals. Each episode provides valuable lessons that can be applied to both professional and personal life. Whether it's advice on branding, social media marketing, or even managing mental health while running a business, the podcast covers it all. The conversations are relatable and tackle real-life struggles that many entrepreneurs face on a daily basis. It's refreshing to hear such transparency from Terra and her guests as they openly discuss their own challenges and successes.

    While there are few negative aspects to this podcast, one possible downside is that some episodes may not cater to everyone's specific interests or industries. As the focus is on business ownership, stylists, mothers, mental health, etc., individuals in different fields may not find every episode directly applicable to their own situations. However, even if not every topic resonates with everyone, there is still plenty of valuable information and life lessons that can be extracted from each episode.

    In conclusion, The CEO Diaries podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration, guidance, and honest conversations about entrepreneurship and personal growth. Terra Harvell brings her own unique perspective as a multi-million dollar CEO and offers invaluable insights on navigating the challenges of business ownership. The podcast is entertaining, relatable, and packed with life-changing lessons. Whether you're a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply someone looking for motivation and wisdom, this podcast has something to offer. Give it a listen and be prepared to be inspired.



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    Latest episodes from The CEO Diaries

    Season 2 Finale : Answering your burning questions about The Legacy Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 37:33


    Taking your business to 10 million and beyond: The Legacy Program / S2 EP6

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 22:58


    On this week's episode Terra is diving into Harper Ellis's brand new Legacy Program! This education is launching in 2024, and it's going to rock your world. Can you really make PASSIVE income with Harper Ellis Hair Co? Do you want to be come a Harper Ellis Educator? She's covering this and more in this episode!Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!Follow us on Instagram!@ceodiariespodcast@theterraharvell@thehandtiedcraftsman

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    From Craigslist Roommate to 7 Figure CEO: My Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 41:58


    On today's episode, we're going back in time. We're walking through the journey of how I went from having zero dollars to my name to becoming a multi-million dollar CEO. That's right- we're going allllll the way back to my childhood! Buckle up, it's a bumpy ride. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!Follow us on Instagram!@ceodiariespodcast@theterraharvell@thehandtiedcraftsman

    Who is My Worst Enemy? + THIS One Thing Drives me Bananas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 28:28


    Everyone wants a 100 million dollar business, until it's time to get the work done. On today's episode I'm sharing some of the hardest and most uncomfortable aspects of scaling your personal life to the next level, and what I've done to change my mindset when things get uncomfortable. Creighton didn't hold back this week, you won't want to miss it!Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!Follow us on Instagram!@ceodiariespodcast@theterraharvell@thehandtiedcraftsman

    How I'm Building My Wealth (I'm a Real Estate Girlie Now)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 44:08


    Anyone else in the mood to get personal? Today, Creigton and I are discussing life outside the walls of Harper Ellis Hair Co.! Spoiler Alert: I'm a real estate girlie now. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!Follow us on Instagram!@ceodiariespodcast@theterraharvell@thehandtiedcraftsman

    Why I Dyed My Hair Big Bird Yellow and Other Lessons from Vegas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 35:37


    What happens in Vegas, right? Today, Creighton and I are discussing some fun (mildly traumatic) memories from my time as an assistant in Las Vegas, my journey to becoming a stylist, and what I would tell 21 year old Terra if she was sitting in front of me today.This is an episode that can't be missed! Are you ready to get real? Subscribe so you NEVER miss an episode!Follow us on Instagram! @ceodiariespodcast@theterraharvell@thehandtiedcraftsman

    I've never talked about this before. Season 2 kickoff with Creighton Ellis!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 55:30


    We're back and better than ever! It's time for season 2 of The CEO Diaries, and we're mixing things up! This season we've got a very special guest host, Creighton Ellis! Creighton is a master hairstylist who has traveled the country alongside Terra, educating stylists on how to build their extension careers! Creighton started his journey 4 years ago as Terra's assistant in the salon, and they've have had the unique opportunity to grow together as she's built the Harper Ellis Hair Co. empire.We all know Terra is a CEO. A business owner. A master extension artist. A celebrity hair stylist. A salon owner. Wife. Mother. And a damn good friend. But what else is there to know about her?This season is going to be a little different. Creighton will be asking the hard questions. The questions hair stylists, business owners, and people in the extension industry want to know. No fluff. We're going uncensored, we're getting raw, and we're sharing some truths. Are you ready to get real? Subscribe so you NEVER miss an episode!Follow us on Instagram! @ceodiariespodcast@theterraharvell@thehandtiedcraftsman

    Chatting With the Ladies of Harper Ellis HQ!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 62:46


    Can you believe it's already the season finale of The CEO Diaries?! Season 1 has flown by and I hope you've loved it as much as I have. On today's episode, I'm sitting down with my Harper Ellis Hair Co. team and we're answering some of the questions YOU all asked! It was so much fun hanging out with these ladies today, and I think you'll really enjoy the peek behind the curtain of what it's like day to day at HE HQ! Plus, you might get some extra insight of what's next over here in Harper Ellis Land! Don't miss this one if you want the scoop!I am so excited for what we have planned for Season 2 of The CEO Diaries! Make sure you're following me along over on IG at @theterraharvell and @ceodiariespodcast

    How Lonely Is It At the Top?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 6:10


    In today's bite sized episode, we're discussing a question I get ALL the time. “Is it really lonely at the top?”Today I'm sharing how my mindset has changed on this topic over time. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    Why I Started Therapy and Why We Need to Talk About It.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 12:44


    One of the most healing things I've done for myself is start therapy. Today's episode I'm sharing how I knew it was time that I reached out for help, and I'm sharing some of the most important nuggets of information I've learned so far.My journey is my story to tell, and I'm excited to share it with you all. Thank you for joining me!Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    The Art of Building Your Brand with Aubrey Stewart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 46:09


    We're back again this week with a repeat guest, Aubrey Stewart! Aubrey is the Lead Strategist and Content Creation Director at Harper Ellis Hair Co., and let me tell you: this woman is OBSESSED with branding and the strategy behind establishing a brand. This week we're talking about what it actually takes to establish + build a brand, why stylists have all the tools they need to thrive on social media, and how to start establishing your brand in the most strategic way, no matter where you are on your journey!Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    Workplace Trauma to Workplace DREAM! Meet the Harper Ellis Operations Director, Kasey Geheb!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 41:53


    What happens when one of your best employees has one foot out the door? On this week's episode of The CEO Diaries I'm sitting down with one of my Day 1's! We're chatting with Kasey Geheb, my longest running employee and long time best friend! Kasey is the Operations Director at Harper Ellis Hair Co., and has truly seen Harper Ellis at every stage of this wild journey.Today we're talking about how one rotten apple can ruin the whole bunch, AKA how one bad manager can have all your best employee's looking for an escape plan! Tune in for the tea on how we took a toxic situation and turned it into a workplace dream!Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    Building the Life of Your Dreams! Growth, Goal Setting, and Maybe a Few Tears with Kyrsten Chandler

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 44:39


    On this week's episode we're sitting down with master stylist and Harper Ellis educator, Kyrsten Chandler, to talk about her incredible and inspiring journey to get where she is today. As someone who struggled to graduate high school, she's now on track to make six figures (!!!) as her first year full time behind the chair. In this episode Kyrsten is going to talk about what she's done to get to this level of success at age 21, her toughest hurdles, and why she loves what she does.There's tears shed in this incredible episode, and we think you'll understand why.Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    Hiring, Firing, and When Employees Quit! How to Build Your Dream Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 10:14


    One of the most frequently asked questions I get as a business owner is, “How did you build such an amazing team?” If you talk to me for more than 5 minutes you'll know that my team is something I take VERY seriously. I am so obsessed with all the people I get to work with every day, and I don't take for granted that I have the best of the best by my side. But it hasn't always been this way. Today I'm talking about the hard parts of hiring, firing, and when people quit. “People” is the hardest part of leadership, and I think that's something we can all agree on!Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    How To Propel Yourself To the Next Level of Business + Up-Level Your Goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 10:24


    On today's episode of The CEO Diaries, we're discussing how to propel yourself forward in the next level of business, how to identify the “weakest links” in your life, and how those things can help you level up!Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    Assistant Turned Master: Creighton Ellis's 6 Figure Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 50:49


    On this week's episode we're sitting down with Creighton Ellis! Creighton is the lead educator at Harper Ellis Hair Co., one of the innovators of the Harper Ellis Concealed Bead Method™, and a multiple six figure earner…all at the age of 26. Creighton's success hasn't come easy. He is the special blend of an unmatched work ethic and natural skill we're all jealous of! On this week's episode he's sharing the journey to where he is now, how he went from Terra's assistant to the master stylist, and what it takes to get through the darkest of times. You won't want to miss this one! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    I Hired My Husband! Success, Grief, and Parenthood with Josh Harvell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 26:27


    On this week's episode, we're sitting down with my husband and the latest employee at Harper Ellis HQ, Josh Harvell!We're getting real on this week's episode as we discuss grieving, parenthood, and the sacrifices it takes to get to where we want to be. I'm so excited for you to hear from Josh, everyone who meets him loves him. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and leave us a review so we can continue to bring you content you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in!

    How the Heck Did I End Up Working with a Football Coach? Meet the Harper Ellis CMO, Casey Hicks!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2023 46:31


    On this week's episode we're sitting down with the Harper Ellis Hair Co. CMO (...and CFO, AND maintenance man

    Beware of These Red Flags: Signs You Need to Fire Your Marketing Agency

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2023 104:28


    On this week's episode Terra is sitting down with Harper Ellis Marketing Strategist, Aubrey Stewart, and recounting the horrifying marketing mistakes and red flags they've experienced over the years.Nothing is off limits in this episode, and you'll be picking your jaw off the floor as Terra and Aubrey recount some of their most shocking and frustrating experiences with marketing agencies. (They want you to learn from their mistakes!)From bots to industry sabotage, this episode has it all!

    The High Cost of Bad Business Relationships: How to Protect Yourself and Your Company

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 23:52


    "What if my business partner wakes up one day and decides they hate me?" Oh the fun questions we business owners find ourselves asking! Are you in business with someone, or thinking about going into business with someone? On today's episode we're discussing the risks (and the value!) of a business partnership and how you can protect yourself and your team. Let's chat about attorneys, who gets the final say, and what to do after you've been burned by a toxic partnership.Powered by Harper Ellis Hair Co.

    So...Where Have I Been?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 34:58


    Terra here! I'm back with a brand new podcast that I am SO excited about!In case we've never met, I'm Terra! The CEO of multi-million dollar businesses, including Harper Ellis Hair Co. On this podcast, I'm sharing it all, (well- as much as my lawyer will let me

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