The Strategies Blog.

Business advice for salon, spa and medspa owners. Profit, leadership, Team-Based Pay and the work of running your company.

The Great "How to Train Salon & Spa Talent" Debate

A great salon or spa is a direct reflection of its leadership and how it cultivates the collective technical and creative talent of its employees. Here are seven strategies that all owners of employee-based salons/spas must consider when training new talent.

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Ten Defining Factors of Salon & Spa Success

Want to achieve true salon/spa success? There’s a huge difference between “being busy” and true success. In this blog post, you'll learn why it's the stuff between “being busy” and “net profit” that defines business success.

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How to Make a Salon or Spa Comeback

The process of making a salon/spa comeback and returning to optimal performance requires a specific mindset. Here are 10 tips to guide your salon/spa back to a dynamic culture, positive cash flow and many a good night’s sleep.

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