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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