Salon Management
6 Ways to Create a Culture of Gratitude
Here's a question just in time for Thanksgiving—does your organization encourage a culture of gratitude? Not in the obligatory "In this economy you'd better be grateful to have a job!" way, but rather in the "Gee, I really appreciate my coworkers and the feeling is mutual." According to a recent Gallup poll, 65 percent of people say they don't feel appreciated at work. And that feeling quickly leads to pervasive negativity, low morale and decreased productivity.
by Stacey Soble
PBA and Barbicide Team Up Against H1N1
In early November, the Professional Beauty Association and Barbicide announced that they are working together to create an industry response program that addresses the H1N1 influenza virus that has impacted the United States and countries across the globe.
by Stacey Soble
The Recession is Over: Now, It's Going to Get Interesting
You are doing business in the new economy. What does that mean for salon owners this holiday season? Well, it's not business as usual. If your holiday plans are the same as last year, you might not see the growth you need to survive. Yes, there are positive signs to the end of the recession, but the recovery will not be swift or easy.
by Bart Foreman
The Power of 10 in 2010
As the calendar turns to 2010, will you be ready to turn around your business? P&G Professional says, "Let's leave the 2009 downturn behind, and plan to win in 2010!" When asked, "What one thing should salon owners do to turn things around in 2010?" these industry leaders shared the following advice:
by Stacey Soble
Spa wins Small Business of the Year
When Faces DaySpa of Hilton Head, South Carolina, captured the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Small Business of the Year Award for the Southeastern United States, Owner Patricia Owen never dreamed it would lead to a trip to Washington D.C. and an opportunity to meet the President. But in mid-October, Owen found herself sharing her spa success story with attendees of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's launch event for its American Free Enterprise, Dream Big program. And a few weeks later, that opportunity led to a trip to the White House and an introduction to President Barack Obama.
by Stacey Soble
Capturing Some Pink Ink
In Suffren, New York, local businesses gathered together for a pink cause, and generated some positively pink ink. Mystic Images, a salon owned by Gina Bertolino, partnered with the Rockland County Cancer Institute to present the "The Mystic ...
by Stacey Soble
Get Your Tax Write-off
If you are thinking about buying or leasing new equipment, furniture, computers or lighting, 2009 is the year to do it.
by Stacey Soble
The Dear Abby of Beauty
Whether they suggest new products, pass on the latest beauty trends or simply weigh in on a personal situation, most stylists routinely dish out advice along with the cuts and color they give their guests. Crescent LoMonaco, owner of Salon Monaco in Carpinteria, California, collected her clients' questions for years, and now she's turning them into a unique marketing opportunity.
by Stacey Soble
Get Ready for Cyber Monday!
Cyber Monday? No it's not another Hallmark holiday, but rather a shopping holiday you should add to your holiday marketing strategy. Lisa Martin, founder of Operation Spa, coaches salon and spa owners to put on their creative thinking caps and ...
by Stacey Soble
Taking Washington by Storm
More than 600 members of Congress and their key staffers enjoyed haircuts, mini-manicures, makeup applications and hand and neck massages, as they learned about the professional beauty industry during the Professional Beauty Federation's (PBF) 10th Annual Welcome to Our World event. On Capitol Hill, Welcome to our World has become one of the most popular events because of the unique way it combines learning with fun and rewarding services for all.
by Stacey Soble
On the Homefront
Hey everyone, it's Geno. I wanted to share my rewarding experience at the recent event, My BIO or My Beauty Inside and Out. This special one-day event was designed to pamper the minds and bodies of the spouses of the 3rd Armored Calvalry Regiment. Let me tell you how it all unfolded.
Who's Your Coach?
What professional, outside of your own staff, has done the most to drive your business? Salon owners from all over the country answer.
Defend a Non-Compete Agreement
Since the 1980s, Mike Gray, an attorney with the Minneapolis-based firm Gray, Plant & Mooty, has defended about 40 salon non-compete agreements. He recently spoke with SALON TODAY about how to set up and defend a non-compete, and why they are more important than ever:
Turn hairstylists into leaders
Not everyone with a great idea can automatically lead a company to success. We wondered what it takes today to mold great leaders, so this month we invited three industry notables to share their perspectives on:
Ceilume Decorative Ceiling Tiles
Throughout a salon/spa visit, clients are stuck looking up at the ceiling several times throughout the visit—during a facial, waxing, massage or shampoo. Yet, so often the ceiling is an overlooked area for interior design.
Juan Florentino Salon, Beverly Hills, CA
If you ask salon owner Juan Florentino to describe his 3,900-square foot salon in Beverly Hills, he would say “modern, Hollywood, glam.” And that description couldn’t be more accurate. The Juan Florentino salon, in the heart of star-studded Beverly Hills, goes to great lengths for full client comfort: even offering clients disconnected VIP rooms for total privacy needs and a backdoor entrance for full seclusion. Sprinkled throughout the space are paintings of faces from pop culture: Elvis, Marilyn, Bob Dylan and Elizabeth Taylor.
Upbeat Invitation Designs
With these upbeat invitations and personal sentiments, these salon materials stand out among the bills in the mailbox.