Solo Artist

Balancing Work and Life as a Solo Artist

After working in many salons as an employee, manager, wedding coordinator and as a self-employed stylist, Gioia Gomez, currently based at Akasu Hair Studio & Spa, in Portland, Oregon, found the perfect balance. “There are many different ways to be a productive, profitable hairdresser. No one way is the right way for everyone,” she says. “I’ve found being a solo artist is a perfect fit for me.”

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March Spring Deals from CosmoProf - Hairsprays and Stylers

Put the finishing touch on your client’s hair with hairspray and styling products from CosmoProf. Don’t miss out on these March spring deals. Learn more at cosmoprofbeauty.com.

Career

Transitioning Haircolor from Winter to Springtime Hues

The change in season can trigger a change in hair color for clients. We asked our SOLO Artist Advisory Council, a panel of industry experts who lend their voice to important topics for independent stylists their opinion on “How can solo artists—and all artists—help clients for transition color from winter to spring?”

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Taking the Leap to Independence as a Solo Artist

After working in many different salons as an employee, manager, wedding coordinator and as a self-employed stylist, Gioia Gomez, currently based at Akasu Hair Studio & Spa, found the perfect balance. “There are many different ways to be a productive, profitable hairdresser. No one way is the right way for everyone,” she says. “I’ve found being a solo artist is a perfect fit for me.”

Manufacturers & Distributors

Sola Partners with PBA to Raise Money for Disaster Relief

Sola reminds stylists that they are never alone.

Manufacturers & Distributors

MODERN EXCLUSIVE: An Interview with Sola Salon Studios New CEO Randall Clark

“We’re 13 years old but five years ago we had 70 locations,” Clark says. “Today, we are close to 400 open locations, nationwide."

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7 Creative Business Strategies for Solo Artists in 2018

New Year, new resolutions! We asked our SOLO Artist Advisory Council, a panel of industry experts who lend their voices to important topics for independent stylists, their opinion on “What new, creative business strategies should Solo Artists try in 2018?”

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Both Sides of the Aisle

MODERN SALON asked Solo Artist Rochelle Randall recently about how she stays connected and informed through such a busy schedule and varied professional passions.

Industry News

Kadus Professional Announces Its Inaugural Class of Social Media Ambassadors

Independent Stylists from across the country named as Ambassadors for Coty's salon professional brand.

Solo Artist

Trending Duos, Trios and Gift Sets for Solo Artists

Let the gift giving begin! The holiday season is upon us—how will you treat yourself and your clients? CosmoProf is celebrating the spirit of the season by offering duos, trios and gift sets from your favorite brands.

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5 Ways to Boost Profitablity During the Holidays

The holiday season is prime time for salon traffic—so be ready! We asked a panel of industry experts their advice on how to boost profitability during the holidays.

Solo Artist

Do You Visualize Yourself Going Solo?

Sexy Hair platform artist Amanda Fator pictured herself going solo. Here's what made her change her mind from working at a local walk-in salon to venturing out on her own.

Sola Makes Going Solo Easy-Peasy

Imagine the freedom of setting a flexible schedule, having the perfect work-life balance or the power of determining how every cent earned is spent. What about saying “yes” to other opportunities—whether personal or professional—because you can? Women entrepreneurship is growing—are you going to be one of them?

Solo Artist

Trending for Solo Artists: Products That Cater to Texture

Solo artists can set themselves apart by developing and promoting service expertise and retail solutions specifically for curly clients.

Solo Artist

Back in the Game: Back-to-School Advice

We asked our Solo Artist Advisory Council, “What back-to-school services are smart for solo artists (and all stylists) to offer this September.” They offered us their two cents and gave us some service and product ideas, too.