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Working Owners: Why You Must Work More ON than In Your Salon/Spa

As a working owner, when you say, "I love doing [hair/skin/nails/massage]" ... it is a true expression of your passion and commitment for... Read More

Salon & Spa Interviewing and the PAY Conversation

A phone call comes in for a position you want to fill. The prospective employee says, "I'm interested in the [service provider] position you... Read More

Success, Paying Attention and Avoiding the Business Rollercoaster

The dreaded rollercoaster ride is almost always traceable to owners that dialed back how intently they payed attention to their salon/spa business.The... Read More

Salon/Spa Scoreboards: Getting Everyone on the Same Page

At the top of every salon/spa owner's wish list is, "how do I get everyone on the same page?" The only truly effective way to get... Read More

Salon & Spa Performance Reviews: Addressing the tough stuff

You're getting ready to do a performance evaluation with a key service provider. There have been behavior and performance issues that you had... Read More

Is Your Salon or Spa FIVE STAR or Something Less?

Go to a Five Star hotel or restaurant and you expect the very best in every way.A Five Star rating is all about no compromise.A Five Star rating is... Read More

Inspiring Millennials in the Salon or Spa

I am not a researcher or demographics expert. I'm simply a life-long student of business, an observer and entrepreneur.There is so much... Read More

Overcoming the Fear of Change in Your Salon or Spa

Change.Can it be a scary endeavor for salon and spa leaders?It sure can.But the more important question to ask is this: What's better for the... Read More

12 Crucial Facts about First-Time Client Retention

DEFINITION - First-Time Client Retention Rate: The percentage of first-time clients that return for a second visit within a specified period of time,... Read More

Owning an Employee-Based Salon or Spa

There are many voices that say, “Commission salon/spas are a thing of the past.”What I don’t understand is why “commission” … a method of compensation... Read More

Career, Professionalism & Success in the Beauty Industry

If you’re going to do something with your life and career ... do it to the best of your ability. And if your ability comes up short, study and... Read More