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How an Accountant Can Help Your Salon Business

Running a successful salon, spa, or clinic business involves more than providing outstanding services to your clients. Behind the scenes, business owners often overlook the importance of solid financial management. This is where an accountant can step in, transforming your salon, clinic, or spa’s financial health and setting it up for growth and economic sustainability. … Continued

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, the festive season is one of the busiest and most lucrative times of the year for salons, aesthetic clinics, and spas. But the magic of … Continued

Welcome to The Pulse- Edition 1

Welcome to the first-ever edition of The Pulse, your monthly news round-up Powered by Phorest. We understand that it can be difficult to know where to look when it comes to business, industry, and salon software news, which is why we’ve put together this monthly newsletter complete with a few must-reads for you, all in … Continued

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 enough, a whopping 61% of clients say that great customer service and the relationship they have with their salons is what keeps them going back … Continued

Connecting UK Beauty Professionals with Job Opportunities: Phorest’s Response to Sk:n Clinic Closures

On July 17, news broke that one of Britain’s largest networks of specialist skin care clinics, sk:n, unexpectedly ceased trading on Tuesday evening, July 16. This has left over 450 beauty professionals (some reports say upwards of 800) from over 70 branches across England and Scotland suddenly unemployed. Losing your job is one of life’s … Continued

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 finding it increasingly difficult to hire and retain high-performing teams. In an effort to adapt, many salon owners are presented with a difficult decision: whether … Continued

Create Memorable Moments With Salon Summer Marketing Ideas

How are you going to make sure your marketing campaigns land with your clients this summer? By taking the time to create a marketing calendar with intention, you can make things easier for yourself while also attracting more clients to your business.  With this in mind, we’ve rounded up some of our top tips to … Continued

Financial Planning Tips for Your Salon, Spa, or Clinic

Next time you are thinking about planning out the financial future of your salon, spa, or clinic, ask this simple question: Do I earn enough money from my business to live the lifestyle I want and to plan my financial future and retirement?* The Importance of Intentional Financial Planning Planning is often overlooked or done … Continued

Pros And Cons of the Main Salon Pay Structures

Choosing the right business model for your salon or spa can be difficult, as there are just so many options to choose from! Even after deciding on a pay structure that suits your business, navigating your way around paying commission can be confusing. I mean, is there a ‘best way’ of paying staff? If so, what would … Continued