It's time to look in the mirror and see who you really are. Are you just dabbling in hairdressing as a hobby, are you a true professional? Let's find out! 1.When you think of your tools, do you... A) See a pair of craft scissors and a box dye kit. B) Boast of top-notch shears and high-quality salon products. C) Consider your claws your best styling tools. 2. Your favorite hairstyle experimentation spot is... A) Your kitchen, where friends and family serve as willing guinea pigs. B) The salon, equipped with all the necessary facilities. C) Wherever the sun is shining and heating up the surro ..read more

You've made it out of your commission-based salon; you're in your suite for the very first time. After all the dust settles and your mind starts to wander about what's next, instead of trying to go into business with your best friend, I want you to consider turning your suite into a Micro Salon. Here’s exactly what you need to step into the future of salon suites. If you haven’t checked out my blog about "What is A Micro Salon", read that first and come back here.   It's time to transform your mindset. When you decide to jump into a micro salon for the first time, you are no longer just a ..read more

Remember the time when the world was gripped by the fear of an impending recession? Panic spread like wildfire, and many salon owners found themselves questioning the future of their businesses. But here's the thing: if you didn't freak out and make reactive decisions, you're in a much better position now. So, take a deep breath and let's explore why you should be glad you stayed calm during those uncertain times. Recession Obsession: Part 2 In a previous blog post, we discussed the dangers of obsessing over a potential recession and making knee-jerk reactions that could harm your salon busine ..read more

Are you tired of constantly worrying about losing your best stylists to nearby salons? We get it. As a salon owner, you invest time and money into training and nurturing talented hairstylists, only to have them walk out the door for greener pastures. It's frustrating, but what if we told you there was a way to actually benefit from your stylists working at other salons instead of trying to prevent it? That's right, say goodbye to those pesky non-competes and hello to increased collaboration, enhanced creativity, and happier employees. Don't just take our word for it though – keep reading as we ..read more

You know that person who makes sure that their crystals are bathed in moonlight every New Moon and introduces themselves as their sign.  The guru who is always the most zen but is the first one to bite your head off because the second they feel anything negative, it’s your fault.  This person is not the intended audience for this blog post, they won’t even think they need to read it, this one is for us conscious humans who often think to ourselves “am I the asshole?” Understanding Enlightenment and Entitlement: At its core, enlightenment is about self-awareness and about finding your ..read more

Affiliate links are a great way to support your team and give them an opportunity to make extra money. Here are three reasons why affiliate links are a win-win for your salon team.   Affiliate links give your team a way to earn extra income. Whether they're looking for a little extra cash to save for a vacation or put towards their education, affiliate links provide an easy way to make some extra money. By promoting products through affiliate links, you can bring in extra revenue for your salon while marketing to new audiences. This helps your business expand and grow sustainably. Affili ..read more

Do you want to know the hottest salon business trend of 2024? It’s not what you’d expect. Check it out.  MICRO SALON: (n) A salon suite that is owned by one individual who hires other hairstylists to experience the freedom of rental in a private space without any of the headaches of being independent. Let's talk about the 5 things you'll need to know about opening a micro salon and how it can catapult you into the next level of your career. We've taken the idea of sharing a salon suite with someone and twisted that idea on its head. We've created something far more profitable and benefici ..read more

Ah, the glamorous world of hairdressing – where the scissors are sharp enough to cut through the tension on the floor.  Why did your team walk out? Well it’s not because they felt they learned everything they can from you and were so grateful they all bailed in the night when no one was looking.   Here are the top 10 reasons why Hairdressers leave their salon.   1.Career Ladder Looks More Like a Step Stool: When the only step up is to replace the salon plant, hairdressers tend to look elsewhere. Growth opportunities are as rare as a perfect platinum blonde without dama ..read more

Hey salon mavens and scissor-wielding warriors! Let's chat about sliding scale commissions. They've been around for ages, but are they really the best fit for our buzzing salon industry?  Here's the lowdown: 1: Rollercoaster Revenue: Let's face it, sliding scales can make your income as unpredictable as a catwalk hairdo in a windstorm. One day you're cashing in, the next, you're pinching pennies. Budgeting? More like a wild guess! 2: The Fairness Fiasco: Imagine working your shears off, only to find out your colleague, who's selling more shampoo than Vidal Sassoon, is taking home a bigger ..read more

Cut the Emotional Discounting, Not Just Hair Alright, Canadian hairdressers hold onto your toques, let's get real and a little bit cheeky. We know we're the nicest folks on the block—so nice that you're practically giving away haircuts and apologizing! But let's face it, "Sorry, here's a discount" might as well be our national hairdressing catchphrase. It's time to stop the emotional garage sale and start pricing like the business owners you are! Profit-First: Because Your Business Isn't a Charity Here’s a revolutionary idea: make money! The profit-first approach is like putting on your oxygen ..read more