{"id":152149,"date":"2025-03-09T09:02:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-09T09:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.phorest.com\/?p=152149"},"modified":"2025-06-23T17:35:55","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T17:35:55","slug":"tipping-the-scales-empowering-staff-with-phoresttips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.phorest.com\/ca\/blog\/tipping-the-scales-empowering-staff-with-phoresttips\/","title":{"rendered":"Tipping the Scales: Empowering Staff with PhorestTips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Tipping the Scales: Empowering Staff with PhorestTips\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/episode\/6nZiXYuzPaRlXOXZHoLR3B?si=55d7bd1826ee44c6&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column pl-10 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<p><strong>At this year\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salonownersummit.com\/\">Salon Owners Summit<\/a>, Jacob Morris, a Product Designer at Phorest, took us on a journey through the salon industry\u2019s evolving tipping landscape, weaving in humor, real-life stories, and some eyebrow-raising research findings along the way.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The session wasn\u2019t just about tipping \u2013 it was also about empowerment, specifically, how businesses can give their teams a financial boost through financial literacy when it comes to tracking and managing their tips.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Tips Matter in the Salon, Spa, and Clinic Industry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite being a staple in salons, spas, and clinics, tipping has become unnecessarily complicated in a world that\u2019s moving away from cash. QR codes, third-party apps, awkward fumbling at the front desk \u2013 sound familiar? Clients want to tip, but the process often feels like an afterthought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jacob put it simply: \u201cWe surveyed consumers in five countries, and what your clients really want is a simple way to tip your staff.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that\u2019s exactly what Phorest delivers. Enter <a href=\"https:\/\/www.phorest.com\/features\/cashless-tipping\/\">PhorestTips<\/a> \u2013 a fully integrated, seamless tipping system designed to empower your team, increase their earnings, and make the entire experience effortless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t just another feature \u2013 it\u2019s a game-changer for salons, spas, and clinics looking to take care of their teams in a meaningful way. Because when your staff feel valued and financially secure, they bring their best selves to work every day, and that\u2019s something worth celebrating. So, how exactly does PhorestTips work? And more importantly, what kind of impact can it have on your team? Let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PhorestTips: A Seamless Experience Means More Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If tipping is meant to be a heartfelt thank you from clients to salon, spa, and clinic staff, then why has it become such an awkward, clunky process? Digging for cash, fumbling with third-party apps, or forgetting entirely \u2013 it\u2019s a missed opportunity for both the client and for the talented professionals who deserve to be rewarded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s exactly why PhorestTips was designed to be effortless, integrated, and instant. No extra steps, no hassle \u2013 just a smooth, built-in experience that makes tipping second nature. So, how does it work?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Integrated Directly into the Payment Process: Clients are automatically prompted to tip before finalising their payment, so there\u2019s no awkward \u201cshould I, shouldn\u2019t I?\u201d moment.<\/li><li>Seamless &amp; Cash-Free: Whether they\u2019re paying by card or digital wallet, tipping is as simple as tapping a button.<\/li><li>Instant Gratification for Stylists: As soon as a client leaves a tip, the stylist gets a notification \u2013 no waiting, no wondering.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And salon owners are already seeing the impact. Carol Levy from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cilantrohairspa.com\/\">Cilantro Hair Spa<\/a> in Indiana, said, \u201cI love the integrated tips. Having it on the point of sale is perfect.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not just about convenience \u2013 it\u2019s about results. Within just two weeks of introducing PhorestTips, Karen Thompson, salon owner of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautysecretsspa.co.uk\/\">Beauty Secrets<\/a> in the United Kingdom, said, \u201c<strong>We\u2019ve had at least 25-30% increase in tips, in just two weeks!<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The numbers speak for themselves: when you make tipping easy, clients tip more. And that means happier, more motivated staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tipping as a Tool for Financial Empowerment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tipping can also be a powerful tool for financial security, motivation, and even life-changing opportunities. Jacob touched on this in the keynote, sharing insights from real salon, clinic, and spa staff about what their tips actually mean to them. \u201cWe asked staff what they\u2019re saving for, and we heard everything from \u2018a first home\u2019 to \u2018flights to visit family\u2019,\u201d Jacob said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These aren\u2019t just small perks \u2013 they\u2019re real-life dreams and goals being funded by the generosity of happy clients. And yet, so many businesses still rely on outdated or inconvenient tipping methods that leave money on the table. However, with PhorestTips, and by integrating tipping with the checkout process, more clients are encouraged to show appreciation, and staff see a significant increase in their earnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For many professionals in the salon, spa, and clinic industry, tips aren\u2019t just extra cash \u2013 they\u2019re the difference between making ends meet and getting ahead. A reliable, steady stream of tips helps with daily expenses, unexpected costs, and bigger financial milestones. When salons, spas, and clinics make tipping easier, they\u2019re not just improving staff morale \u2013 they\u2019re actively supporting staff wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beyond Tipping \u2013 Financial Literacy and Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While tipping provides an incredible boost to staff earnings, financial security goes beyond just making more money; it\u2019s also about knowing how to manage it. This is something Michaella Blissett, owner of <a href=\"https:\/\/salon718.com\/\">[salon]718<\/a> in Brooklyn, New York, is deeply passionate about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe do financial literacy classes. As much as it\u2019s important for staff to be able to cut and technically be good hairdressers, they should also be savvy humans and not fall into certain gaps with credit cards,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Michaella\u2019s approach isn\u2019t just about making more money; it\u2019s about making money work for you. From helping staff understand savings and investments to avoiding common financial pitfalls, these lessons empower salon professionals to think long-term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jacob also went on to emphasize the importance of financial literacy in salon, spa, and clinic staff. By asking how we make staff more financially secure, he also went on to announce <a href=\"https:\/\/www.phorest.com\/resources\/money-talks-financial-fitness-essentials\/\">Money Talks<\/a>, a brand-new webinar series and masterclass programme designed to equip salon, clinic, and spa professionals with real, practical financial knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From budgeting and savings strategies to investing and retirement planning, Money Talks will cover it all \u2013 because when your staff is financially empowered, the entire industry thrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Future of Financial Empowerment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the heart of this keynote is a simple but powerful truth: financial empowerment changes lives. By having access to education, salon, spa, and clinic staff can understand how to make money work for them and set financial goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Jacob beautifully put it, \u201cIt\u2019s about turning tip money from spendable, disposable, and forgettable into something that is savable, visible, and memorable.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Phorest, we\u2019re committed to helping staff in salons, spas, and clinics take control of their financial futures. Whether it\u2019s through PhorestTips, our upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.phorest.com\/resources\/money-talks-financial-fitness-essentials\/\">Money Talks series<\/a>, or the many educational initiatives we have in store, we\u2019re here to support you every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Feeling the Salon Owners Summit FOMO?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to make sure you\u2019re in the room to hear insightful talks like this next year? Get your tickets for the next <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salonownersummit.com\/\">Salon Owners Summit<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep Learning from the Experts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more of the 2025 Salon Owners Summit Recaps.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At this year\u2019s Salon Owners Summit, Jacob Morris, a Product Designer at Phorest, took us on a journey through the salon industry\u2019s evolving tipping landscape, weaving in humor, real-life stories, and some eyebrow-raising research findings along the way. 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