Salon Management
Now is the Time to Examine Your Relationship with Money
Our Wellness Blogger Mary Wilson shares strategies for enhancing your relationship with money, leading to greater financial well-being, freedom and peace of mind.
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.
Emerging Trends in Beauty and Wellness and How They Impact Your Insurance Needs
As both beauty and your business change, so do your risks and insurance needs. Gild Insurance looks at some of the emerging trends in the industry and shows you how those shape the kind of insurance you should cover.
Success at the Top: Thriving on Madison Ave.
Salon owner Nuri Yurt had a dream of owning a salon on New York City’s Madison Avenue. "Through perseverance, hard work and stellar customer service, he and partner John Kaygisiz founded Toka Salon in 2007.
Sponsored by Amex
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.
Is Your Service Pricing Holding You Back from Profitability?
Are you making a profit on each of your salon and spa services, or are there some that are costing you? Coach Jen LeBlanc shows you how to calculate your break-even point.
What the Proposed ERC Repeal Act Means for Your ERC Claims
Three U.S. Senators have introduced the Employee Retention Tax Credit Repeal Act of 2024, which seeks to retroactively end the Employee Retention Tax Credit for claims filed after January 31, 2024, and impose heightened penalties for fraudulent ERC claims. Find out what this means to you.
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.
More Than a Salon: Reimagining Complimentary Add-ons
Many salons are exploring wellness services, such as head and hand massages, hot towels, and even aromatherapy treatments. At Aveda’s lifestyle salon and spa, for instance, clients can enjoy free Ayurvedic consultations during their haircut, making the experience both luxurious and therapeutic.
Rooting Out Tax Troubles and Helping Salon Owners Avoid IRS Penalties and Interest
Navigating the complex world of tax penalties and abatement can be challenging, especially while trying to run a successful business. If you're facing IRS penalties or want to ensure you're taking the proper steps to avoid them, our resident tax attorney can set you on the right course of action.
Sustainability in Isolation
According to a new survey, many beauty professionals feel shy about discussing sustainability, and unable to act in the face of perceived opposition from other owners, colleagues and guests.
by Stacey Soble
GlossGenius Debuts Product Innovations for Happier Clients and Staff
GlossGenius has announced new innovative Teams features, bridging the gap and challenging the notion that businesses must choose between delighting clients and empowering staff.
Join the Beauty Retail Revolution!
Are you frustrated when clients snap a picture of your product in the salon, only to buy it elsewhere? Join the Beauty Retail Revolution and take your sales back!
by Stacey Soble
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.
The Power of Effective Networking: A Beginner’s Guide for Beauty Pros
Networking is crucial for growth in the beauty business, but it can feel overwhelming to know where to start. This beginner’s guide offers tips on making genuine, mutually beneficial connections. From crafting an effective elevator pitch to finding networking opportunities locally and online, Vagaro experts show you how to take your business to the next level.
Discover the New Secret for Achieving Glass-Like Hair
Oribe introduces Mirror Rinse Glass Hair Treatment, inspired by luxury skincare, with treatment-grade ingredients formulated to give hair immaculate, glass-like sheen.
Sponsored by Oribe
Vagaro’s New AI Features and Communication Tool Pave the Way for a More Efficient, Profitable Business
Vagaro has consistently been at the forefront of salon software technology, helping businesses be more efficient, create more effective communication, and even improve company culture. Now, Connect by Vagaro, the platform’s two-way communication capability, and Vagaro’s new generative AI tools are giving owners new opportunities to grow and expand.
Sponsored by Vagaro