A new survey of 1,000 owners by Phorest Salon Software discovers that almost half have considered giving up their dream of salon ownership--then the survey explores the reasons these owners are feeling so overwhelmed.
She believes in owning up to her mistakes and making them right; sharing her goals with her universe to keep herself accountable, and encouraging her team to give back to the community. Meet Lisa Houser, owner of Utopia Salon and Day Spa in Vancouver, Washington, and discover why if didn't own a salon, she'd want to be a store greeter.
Do you really understand what the client experience is like in your salon? Marketing Expert Zane Hagy suggests there's a simple way to find out by sending out mystery shoppers, and it's simpler than you might think.
BEaUty Inside and Out's Bonnie Bonadeo organizes a complimentary online summit designed to propel owners and stylists toward success.
Keeping a tight rein on inventory is an important factor in achieving profitability for your salon business, but too many owners rely on archaic systems that too often fail. Find out how to save time and money by tracking inventory accurately and easily.
In early October, Millennium System International hosted the rebranded, restructured Business Mastery in Miami, Florida, for beauty and wellness owners and managers.
On November 4th at 11:00 AM PT/2:00 PM ET, Salon Today Editor in Chief Stacey Soble will lead a discussion between two industry experts exploring how salon professionals can run a more efficient salon by cutting back on waste, pricing services appropriately, keeping it simple, and making it easy for teams to charge fairly so that businesses turn a consistent and reliable profit.
By opening their hearts and minds, owners are creating cultures that embrace diversity. They're creating safe spaces that welcome transgender clients, building private rooms that protect a religious client's need for modesty, and hiring team members that can speak the languages reflected in their clientele. In turn, they're discovering their judgement-free attitude is a solid business strategy.
Sometimes the best advice is something you already know. Marketing expert Zane Hagy drops in a valuable reminder of the importance of saving and storing your social media passwords.
Donna Means is keenly focused on growing her team at Salon DM3 and giving back to her local community of Athens, Georgia. See how this successful salon owner stays focused, while building a multi-million dollar, fashion-forward company.
