Category: Management

Setting Targets For Salon & Spa Staff

Goal-setting isn’t just a business buzzword – it’s a proven strategy for driving performance and motivating teams. For salons, spas, and clinics, clear and actionable targets can make all the […]

Expanding to a Second Location: How to Know When Your Salon Business is Ready

Opening a new location is a major goal for many business owners in the professional hair and beauty industry. Expanding your business, some believe, represents success. It signifies opportunity and […]

Meet the Salon Today 200 Honorees: Hott Salons

We spoke to Lia Hakim, the founder of Hott Salons in New York, a Salon Today 200 Honoree for two consecutive years in the Growth category.  Lia is a business […]

Navigating the Pay Puzzle: Compensation Plans for Your Professional Hair or Beauty Business

As a salon, clinic, or spa owner, you may have lost sleep over one burning question: “How should I pay my team?” It’s a topic that’s sparked endless debate in […]

How To Price Your Salon’s Services at a Premium Level

In today’s economy, running a successful salon, spa, or clinic can be difficult. From the ever-increasing cost of living to political instabilities and staffing issues, finances are a bone of […]

The Salon Owner’s Marketing Checklist for Now Until Christmas

“Relaxed” and “Christmas” are two words that don’t usually go together in salon life (unless you are a client!). However, if you start your marketing plan now (t-minus 110 days […]

Christmas Miracles Are Made in August

You probably know someone who is already counting down the days to Christmas. We have to admit that we already have the Christmas season on our minds, too! After all, […]

Going Above & Beyond: Small Customer Service Ideas That Make a Big Impact

Good customer service can go a long way with your clientele. 83% of people are willing to pay up to 16% more for better customer service. If that’s not impressive […]

The Benefits of Hiring In-House Staff for Salon Owners & Professionals

The salon industry is facing a staffing problem. With the emergence of a shadow economy and an appetite for more flexibility among salon professionals, business owners across the industry are […]