Salon Management

10 Things Vaccinated Stylists Still Can't Do

Inspired by a witty column in The New Yorker, we put our heads together with some salon owners and created a list of things that are still bad ideas for stylists, even if they are fully vaccinated.

Why I Opened a Salon During a Pandemic

This pandemic forced change for a lot of people. It made us question everything in our lives; our careers, our priorities, even where we live in the world. Huge changes had to happen and we had to pivot to remain relevant. The interesting thing is that out of a horrific, scary situation wonderful new opportunities were born.

Leadership in the Rearview Mirror

Salon owner Kati Whitledge puts on her historian hat and reflects on the past year and what it is teaching leaders as they prepare for the opportunities ahead.

Exploring an Eco-friendly & Effective Solution to Cleaning Salon Furniture

With the pandemic ongoing, there continues to be heightened attention to cleaning practices in salons, barbershops and nail salons. While you want to be clean, many salons also strive to be environmentally sustainable. The Salon Guys show you how you can do both.

Why You Need a Mentor and Where to Find One

Almost every experienced professional has something to teach, but finding the best mentor is really up to you. Rosy Salon Software's Rachel D'Angelo shares her own mentorship journey, and encourages you to seek your own.

How 2020 is Shaping Consumer Behavior in 2021

The roller-coaster quality of 2020 is impacting the way consumers behave in 2021, and Beauty Backbone's Karla Lopez-Martinez believes their are four factors that will dictate your success this year. Listen up and observe.

Tips for Making Luxury Look Effortless

Salon Owner Nicole Strachan examined all her systems and thought about ways to integrate luxury into her client experience. Here, she shares her top tips.

Strong Relationship & Retail Results: Why Erik of Norway Salon + Spa Added REDAVID to Its Family

When Erik of Norway co-owner Shani Wiggins first heard her CosmoProf rep say he wanted to introduce the salon to REDAVID Salon Products, an exclusive line that was part of the distributor’s new boutique approach, she was skeptical. Two years and delighted guests and inspired team members later, she’s a REDAVID believer and advocate. She’s happy to share the salon’s success story with peers, and grateful to the REDAVID family for their passion, partnership and ongoing, hands-on support.

Sponsored by Redavid

Whip Salon's Pro On the Go Helps Generate More Revenue, While Offering the Client a Time-saving Service

A new in-and-out service allows clients to get professional color results while limiting their time in the salon, while it helps the salon and team see more clients in their daily schedules which currently are limited by capacity and social distancing requirements.

5 Money-Making Express Services Every Stylist Should Offer

If there’s anything we’ve learned this past year, it’s that in order to survive and thrive we must adapt the way we do business at the chair.

7 Ways to Create an Emotional Connection with Your Customers

Client Service Guru John DiJulius shares seven ways you and your salon team can create an emotional connection with your clients, and why that is more important today than ever. DiJulius follows that up by sharing the most remarkable customer service story he has ever heard and what you can learn from it.

Back to Business: Growing and Thriving Post-Pandemic

Ready to have a thriving business in 2021? Vagaro has the tools to help you grow your business to achieve all your goals. Find out how in this interview featuring Fred Helou, CEO of Vagaro and India Bertin, a business owner who used Vagaro to rebuild after stay-at-home orders.

Sponsored by Vagaro

8 Ideas to Help you Weather a Possible Recession

London-based Salon Leader Jamie Brooks offers some wise lessons learned from past recessions, as we head into rocky financial times.

An Ancient Ritual Helps Guests Release Worries and Start 2021 Fresh

Over 500 years ago village healers from Latin America found the secret to healing illness spiritually. Now the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa pays tribute to these healers by incorporating one of their rituals into its services, and they offer directions so you can do it too.

A Wellness Arrival Ritual Makes Mask-Wearing a Little Easier for Clients

Two salons incorporate essential oils in an arrival ritual that encourages clients to relax, while making wearing a mask more pleasant.

5 Questions for a CFO

As salons across the country continue to pick up their metaphorical pieces and re-prioritize with new perspective, we spent time with Sam Paik, chief financial officer for LBP’s Prestige Hair Group which includes salon brands like R+Co, IGK, InCommon Beauty and V76, for his unique insights into how salons can save, scale and strategize.

Strategies for Leading Your Team in 2021

The demands of today's workforce keep changing, which means owners need to get more sophisticated to retain team members. Stefanie Fox Jackson conducts a poll to see what beauty professionals want today, and sketches out a strategy to help you secure your team for years to come.