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Phorest FM On Spotify & Nominated At The Podcast Awards People’s Choice 2018!

To think that Phorest FM has gone from being a simple idea when Killian and I were frantically trying to calm our nerves while recording the first few episodes to hosting a live recording in front of an audience & other episodes straight from the Salon Owners Summit which would feature Tabatha Coffey, Steve Martin … Continued

Hiring Salon Staff: Tips For Finding The Very Best

Successful hires rarely come from going through the process under pressure. Looking out for salon staff that could fit your culture should always be at the back of your mind – hear Saad Aslam, CEO of HC Medspa on this. Saving resumes for the right moment rather than rushing a hire can make your life … Continued

Enter To Win A Weekly Planner Calendar & A “Five-Minute Journal”!

The last few giveaways have been quite heavy on technology and photography gadgets. This month, we’re hoping to help you plan your weeks and get into the habit of practicing gratitude. For this reason, we’re giving away 3 prize bundles that each include 1x Tabitha Wilde Weekly Planner Calendar of 55 undated sheets and 1x … Continued

11 Ways You Can Raise Money For Your Salon In Ireland

Guest Article by Gloria Murray, Accountant and Director of Murray Associates Accountants It might seem like a good decision to borrow money to fund your new business or expand your existing salon, clinic, or spa. Before you do this, make sure you look at your cashflow. You have to make sure you can make the repayments each … Continued

15 Hair Quotes To Use In Your Salon Marketing And Displays

Writer’s block. It happens to all of us. If I’m honest, it must happen to me at least ten times a week: I could be about to write an introduction for an article, a caption for a photo on Instagram, an email, anything. Sometimes, words just don’t seem to want to come out. In these … Continued

Salon Owners Summit 2019: Second Speaker Announcement!

The last time I wrote about the Salon Owners Summit 2019, it was to announce Jo Fairley as our very first speaker. Today, we’re excited to welcome Ryan Holiday to the lineup of the #SalonSummit’s 5th edition! Early Bird Tickets are selling out fast, make sure you don’t miss out!

Get Your Copy: The Salon Owner’s GDPR FAQs eBook

Is getting to grips with the latest European data protection law giving you a few strands of white hair? The GDPR, which came into effect on May 25th, 2018, is an important piece of legislation; one that lies in the hands of more than one person. If some concepts within it still seem or feel … Continued

Should You Have A Salon Employee Of The Month Program?

Employee of the month: One of the most classic forms of employee recognition out there and in the eyes of many, one that falls flat almost every time. Although the idea of implementing a salon employee of the month program might stem from a desire to inspire positivity and motivation, it can, unfortunately, backfire and undervalue … Continued

It’s Time To Celebrate The Client Experience Award 2018!

You use Phorest Salon Software. You’ve kept your salon reviews consistently high at 4/5 or above for 12 consecutive months, and have recently received the Client Experience Award 2018 in the mail! Massive congratulations! What’s next?