Technology
8 Ways to Build a Better Salon Business
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A Salon Owner Reviews New Technology that Entertains and Educates Clients
In an exclusive interview with Salon Today, Emilio Cornacchione, co-owner of Pittsburgh's Izzazu Salon Spa and Serata discusses his experience with Smarter Lifestyle Network, a new technology that entertains, educates and markets to clients, while creating a new revenue stream for the salon.
by Stacey Soble
Wahl Professional's New Website Features an Interactive Product Selector and a Focus on Industry News
Wahl Professional has launched its new website, wahlpro.com, with an aesthetic that honors the history of barbering and styling, along with modern functionality and new features and content, including interactive product pages, social media integration and access to education.
How to Minimize No-Shows
Recapture lost revenue by minimizing your no-shows. Rosy's Jim Bower shows you how to better communicate with clients to get them in the salon on time for their appointment.
It's Time for a New Salon Business Model
Eurisko's Leon Alexander studies the emerging consumer trends of instant gratification, borrowing, customization and entertainment, then sketches out plans for the salon business design of the future.
Millennium Partners with Textel
Millennium Systems International announces its recent partnership with Textel, a two-way texting service that allows salons and spas to text clients through their business line via any computer or mobile device.
by Stacey Soble
Web App Clouds Launches New Salon Clouds Plus App
The new Salon Clouds Plus app creates a digital profile of each client and uses the data to increase retail sales, referrals and customer retention.
ALERT! Avoid IRS Penalties With Smart1095.com
Did you know the IRS MANDATORY COMPLIANCE for the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) is just around the corner? Salons with 50 + full time equivalent employees must provide a 1095 form to each employee by March 2, 2017. If you are a part owner in other businesses, these employees count too! Learn how to do this easily here.
GenOne Media Group Launches Smarter LifeStyle Network, Expanding in Salons Nationally in 2017
The Smarter LifeStyle Network allows salons to bring the latest in fashion, beauty and wellness programming to clients.
by Stacey Soble
8 Hi-Tech Ways to Get Your Team on Board
From information access to selfies, Shortcuts' Richard Wildey offers 8 ways to leverage technology to engage your young team members.
Learn How to Create Social Media Magic
Stylists Jamie Dana and Jay Wesley Olson team up on a social media workshop that will help attendees avoid pitfalls, cultivate an online presence and develop their personal brand. Held at LBP Studios in Miami, Florida, the workshop is open to all and offers a number of dates to choose from.
by Stacey Soble
Rosy Salon Software Announces the Winners of the Second Rosy Rewards Scholarship Program
Offered to future salon professionals, this $10,000 annual scholarship fund is designed to give cosmetology students throughout North America an opportunity to further their education by providing funds to help cover a portion of their tuition.
The Buyer's Guide to Cloud-Based Salon & Spa Software
Rosy Salon Software's Jim Bower offers the skinny on cloud-based software, and offers 10 benefits for considering it for your salon business.
The Contemporary Jukebox
Mood Media's new 'Social Mix' feature engages salon clients by allowing them to pick the songs that will play during their salon service. Two salons weigh in.
by Stacey Soble
2017 Salon Today 200: Technology
Meet the 2017 Salon Today 200 Honorees in the category of Technology. In today's fast-paced world, technology plays a critical role in boosting a salon and spa to the next lever--from communicating with guests, measuring and motivating team members and keeping all systems running strong.
by Stacey Soble
What You Need to Know About Snapchat Spectacles
Snapchat Spectacles just launched, but how does this social media gadget help stylists and salons?
by Lauren Quick
The DOs and DON'Ts of a Great Salon Website
Rosy Software's Jim Bower is back with a blog full of top tips for building your own successful salon website.