How-to Set Healthy Client Boundaries and Sane Salon Policies
"In my early days, just starting out, I would say I was much more lax on policies as I was just concerned about getting clients in the door and paying bills, so I would work as long and as hard as needed for all clients due to the fear of losing them. Not anymore..."
Salon Policies for Independents to Decide on Before Opening
Hunter Donia (@hairbyhunty) is a solo artist in Lancaster, PA, working in a Sola Salon Suite, who says he is all about boundaries and policies.
by Anne Moratto
The Top 100 Hashtags for Hairstylists on Instagram
Hashtags are a valuable tool to get more eyeballs on your work and grow your online following. We’ve rounded up the best hashtags relevant to the hair community that every stylist should be using. Get ready to copy and paste!
Star Senior Stylist: Wesley Poole
When people compliment Wesley Poole's excellent people skills and customer service, he explains his golden rule of professionalism, “If you love yourself, you automatically love your clients.” This is the second profile in a series of senior stylists who inspire by example.
He's Uplifting the Next Generation of Barbers
He's a popular nobody, a barber and educator who has combined humility with hustle and created a movement. And now he's launching a foundation to give back.
by Anne Moratto
2022 Salon Interior Design Trends
At the start of every year, a brand-new set of interior design trends steadily trickle into the scene and suddenly become the must-have elements of the season. Be sure to jump on these trends before the start of the new year if you want your salon, spa, or barbershop to stay.fresh and relevant.
Star Senior Stylist: Peggy Schremp
Seniors are an encyclopedia of knowledge whose wisdom is to be cherished and respected. If your salon doesn’t have one, go out and find or steal one.
Sound On: The Ultimate Salon Playlist
Top 10 songs to play during any manicure, hair cut, color or press.
Why Diversity in Barber and Beauty Schools Matter
Learning empathy, flexibility, and how to work with people from different backgrounds and cultures will prepare the students of the barber and beauty to navigate an increasingly multicultural future.
Looking for a Job? Here's Why Salon Culture Should be Your First Priority
Fitting in isn’t everything. Be yourself and try to find a salon where you can make the best start.
Sponsored by The Salon by Instyle
Ageism in the Salon
"Nobody was rude to me; everyone was nice, yet silently, I was denied opportunities awarded to anyone younger. Ageism is sneaky and includes biases like younger stylists give the salon a better image, clients prefer younger stylists, and they only do old- fashioned styling."
Take Control + Keep Your Profits
Salon professionals choose Sola for many reasons: to set their own schedule, experience more privacy with guests, create a one-of-a-kind salon culture and make more money, for starters. But mainly, it’s about freedom and control.
Sponsored by Sola Salons Blue
Floyd's For Everyone: Find the Best Vibe for Your Skills, Style & Values
With diversity and inclusivity at its core, this barbershop chain offers support, education, benefits and community for you to grow your career.
Sponsored by Floyd's
Small Changes to Make Everyday for Big, Healthy Results
In his motivational, upbeat book, Make It A Great Day: How To Feel Awesome So That You Can Help Others, a former Hockey pro turned consultant explores the “why” behind the things we can do each and every day to cultivate positive energy and use it to impact those around us.
After Seeing Her Mother Struggle, She Made it Her Mission to Help Stylists Secure Their Financial Future
In a program titled, "Look at Where You're At, Where You Want to Be & Create Financial Literacy to Close the Gap" independent stylists attending MODERN SALON's Independent Boot Camp on Nov. 8 will be on their way to feeling like they're on stronger financial ground.
Stylists and Personal Branding: When You Outgrow Your Instagram Handle
We spoke with Renee Marie Plante about making the leap into rebranding her Instagram account, and about refocusing her business.
Ted Gibson on His Multifaceted Career
The celebrity and editorial stylist, salon owner, educator and TV star shares his proudest accomplishments and most pertinent advice.
by Nicole Davis