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There is something different about an individual who plays to be indispensable. There is an unmistakable level of engagement and tenacity that keeps... Read More

Pay is always a hot-button issue. With the news about JCPenney Salons eliminating commission, the rumors are flying fast and furious. Don't be... Read More

True forward momentum pushes through any obstacle. It has an implied efficiency because once an object achieves a certain level of forward momentum,... Read More

I am a big baseball fan. One of the reasons why is because of the great lessons the game teaches us. For example, when a team isn’t playing well for... Read More

It's something that happens slowly over time and is often barely perceptible as a growing problem. You hire or promote someone into a specific... Read More

You’d never open a salon without the proper tools — state-of-the-art scissors, top-of-the-line blow dryers and, of course, fabulous, effective... Read More

Companies evolve over time and so do their policies and procedures. Here are six tips to ensure your salon/spa's rules are respected and followed. Read More

Several years ago, the bulk of my marketing responsibilities at Strategies involved print ads and direct mail. But in a seeming blink of an eye, those... Read More

Feeling a little blue? First-quarter sales not quite what you were hoping for? Just a little worn out by the day-to-day routine? Try these tips to... Read More

You're in a restaurant, waiting for someone to take your drink order. Scanning the room, you see plenty of employees. Finally, the waiter arrives... Read More