Retaining and Recruiting with a Flexible Culture
More than a decade ago, salon owners felt the beginning of a seismic shift in how they schedule their employees. Four-day work weeks were created, stylists were given every other Saturday off, benefits were added—and the changes worked. Team members were happier with their schedules, guests still booked with their preferred time and stylist, and owners grew their businesses. But those changes were just the beginning […]
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10-Day Lashes Provide Revenue Opportunity
VoMor has recently expanded its lash collection to include 10-Day Lashes, the perfect option for clients who want their lashes to last for a week or so, but don’t want to commit to traditional lash extensions. “It’s great for guests who have something special coming up like a vacation, prom, family photos or wedding […]
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Owner Life: Suite vs. Salon
Amy Bellwood, co-owner of CALA Salon in Nolensville, Tennessee (with Ciji Wilkes and Lisa Rogers) worked in Aveda salons in Michigan and Tennessee for about eight years after graduating from beauty school. In those years, she grew as a stylist, became an educator, and felt ready to take the next step in her career […]
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The Suite Life: Reality vs. Fiction
Beauty school graduates often picture their career in a linear fashion: start as a new talent artist, work their way up to senior level, and maybe become a salon owner one day. Jakob Dozen, owner of Jakob Dozen Hairdressers in Fairhope, Alabama, says it doesn’t always work that way. After Dozen graduated from cosmetology school […]
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$30K Club Rewards Stylists & Owners
Terry McKee, co-owner of three Nuovo Salons in the Sarasota, Florida, area, is a self-proclaimed “lifelong learner” with a passion for the beauty business. He’s also a working hairdresser, and has spent four decades behind the chair servicing his loyal clientele. Recently, McKee achieved an impressive stat, selling $32,500 […]
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