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Salon Management

Editor's Note: Salon Finder

by Stacey Soble

After reading a copy of SALON TODAY at her longtime salon Penzone Salons + Spas, a client reaches out to Editor Stacey Soble to help her find a salon after her move to Tucson, AZ. The team at Gadabout Salon Spas welcome her with open arms, while Debra and Chuck Penzone give their former client a surprise that makes her feel like a celebrity.

Salon Management

5 Ways to Reduce No-Shows in the Salon

by Sarah Pelham

A salon’s revenue and profitability can be significantly affected by missed appointments and last-minute cancellations. Here are five ways to reduce no-shows, including using online appointment booking.

Salon Management

2020 SALON TODAY 200: Employee Education

by Stacey Soble

It's already Day 3 of our 12 Days of the SALON TODAY 200 and time to celebrate the 2020 honorees in Employee Education. These salons develop educational systems that enhance the skills and confidence of their newest team members while encouraging seasoned staff to continually stretch creatively.

Technology

How Much Does a Salon Point-of-Sale System Cost?

by Sree Roy

Salon POS solutions range in price from free to $200/month and up. Typically prices are based on the number of users, and there may be additional costs for installation, hardware, and payment processing.

What If You Never Had To Do Salon Laundry Again?

by Staff

Salons are discovering a new concept in towel technology and usage that’s freeing them from laundry drudgery!

Salon Management

Do I Need Salon-Specific Business Management Software?

by Sree Roy

Whether you manage a one-person salon or a large chain, a salon point-of-sale (POS) system that meets your business’ specific needs provides vital help with payments, scheduling, reporting, and more.

Business Insurance Basics: What You Need And What You Don’t

by Staff

Whether you’re a renter in a salon, or you own your own place, it’s important to be insured properly.

Salon Management

Soothe Rolls Out CBD Massage in SoCal 

by Staff

CBD massage is a luxurious, non-psychoactive, stress-relieving experience with anti-inflammatory benefits, now available in Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire, Palm Springs and San Diego but set to expand.

Salon Management

Your Clients Crave Uniqueness and are Willing to Pay for It

by Stacey Soble

A new study from the UBC Sauder School of Business proves today's consumers want products and services that are customized to them, which may make you rethink some of your marketing messages.

Salon Management

6 Tips to Prepare for Black Friday

by Jo Burgess

Black Friday and Small Business Saturday kick off the holiday shopping frenzy, and salons who are prepared can reap big retail sales. Shortcuts' Founder Jo Burgess offers these six helpful tips.