How to Assure Your Growth Doesn't Burn Down Your Culture
As the Arridell sisters successfully doubled the sales of Luscious and Co, they soon realized both their tenured team members and clients were becoming disengaged. In 2024 they restructured the company to address the challenges, witnessing big improvements in average ticket, client retention and frequency of visit. Find out how they accomplished that task.
The Most Relaxing Holiday Tunes
When it comes to surviving the holiday bustle, there are upbeat holiday tunes perfect for cutting hair and songs with slower tempos that help you unwind at the end of the day. Discover both and create your own holiday playlist.
How a Shared Vision Elevates the Culture at Misbehaven Salon and Spa
As the co-owner of Misbehaven Spa and Salon, Rachelle Johnson reflects on the importance of having a vision to the culture of the salon, and shares some of the fun ways the team celebrates their culture.
The Power of Praise: Uplifting Each Other One Duck at a Time
A bin full of cute ducklings is encouraging team members at Luna Salon to praise one another for actions that align with the salon's culture. These small recognitions build a cohesive culture that fosters collaboration.
Teen Texture Camp: Hi Texture's Summer Seminar Provides Texture Education to Kids
Hi Texture Hair Salon of Lawrenceville, GA offers a free Teen Texture program each summer, where local teens learn how to care for their natural hair in preparation for the back-to-school season.
Culture Creators
With the goals of creating an environmentally sustainable business that helps its team members achieve their lifetime goals while serving the community, two colleagues from the world of information technology launch their own salon and spa.
Culture Builders: Join the High Five Movement
After Coach Jen LeBlanc posted about the benefits of giving team members a High Five, salons started shooting fun reels, starting a High Five movement in the industry.
A Tail-Wagging Salon Philanthropy 24 Years in the Making
With Beauty to the Rescue, second-generation owners Chris and Jenny Knudsen continue the legacy of a Scottsdale salon's philanthropy to help animals in need.
by Stacey Soble
Summer Celebrations: Expert Tips for Enjoying the Festivities Sober
As July 4th approaches, an addiction recovery expert gives seven tips to avoid a relapse and stay sober during this period where temptation presents itself at social events.
Sounds of Summer: A Sunny Playlist for Your Salon
A new study reveals the top songs and artists that people listen to when traveling on summer vacation, creating a breezy playlist for your salon.
by Stacey Soble
Earth Month: Learn How to Make Your Suite More Eco-Friendly
Celebrate Earth Month and join the global movement towards sustainability by making your beauty and wellness business more eco-friendly.
Cass and Company Creates a Decompression Zone for the Team
Any team member can book Cass and Company's Zen Room any time, no questions asked. Find out how Angi Snodgrass created the room for a few hundred dollars.
by Stacey Soble
Hair Heir: An Interview with Angus Mitchell, Son of Paul Mitchell
Angus Mitchell, son of John Paul Mitchell Systems co-founder, the late Paul Mitchell, followed his father’s heart as well as his footsteps.
by Anne Moratto
Money-Making Meetings
Eufora Business Trainer and Salon Owner Jill Higginbotham shares advice on how to level up salon team meetings.
Succession Salon-Style
Planet Salon owner Ginger Boyle steers her salon’s future even as she steps away from the helm.
Creating Culture through Connection
Before they take the stage at Data-Driven Salon Summit, Boulevard's Shanalie Wijesinghe and Jozlyn Miller stop by to chat about strategies for driving culture through connection and communication.
by Stacey Soble
Creating a Great Place to Work
Eufora Business Trainer and Salon Owner Anna Michelle Jackson-Petry shares her journey toward leadership following the Platinum Rule.