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Don’t Be Afraid to Charge What You’re Worth
When it comes to discussing her hair, your techniques, the newest trends and even the best place to get gluten-free food, you can talk to your client confidently and endlessly. But when it’s time for her to pay the bill, your poise plummets, you avoid eye contact and you try to wrap up the transaction as quickly as possible.
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Sola Salon Suites Sees Success and Expansion in the Future
After announcing that investment groups had made a significant investment in Sola Salon Suites, we spoke with leadership there to learn more about what that would mean for the Sola community.
by Anne Moratto
Facebook or Instagram: Which is Better for the Solo Artist?
Where should you devote your social media energy—Facebook or Instagram? The answer is—both!
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5 Networking Tips for Independent Stylists
Here are five easy networking ideas to keep you motivated, inspired and successful.
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Solo Artists, Booth Renters, Independent Contractors, Change Is Coming in CA
"...the vast majority of booth rental salons as currently constituted in California are now in legal jeopardy."
by Anne Moratto
Kadus Professional Announces Winners of #MyKadusMakeover Contest and Trip to Malta
Two independent stylists receive the trip of a lifetime.
Sola Salon Studios Inspires and Educates with Sola Sessions
The event also celebrated Sola's milestone for 10,000 salon owners in over 400 locations.
How to Transition Hair Color from Winter to Spring
The change in season can trigger a change in hair color for clients. The SOLO Artist Advisory Council of industry experts answer how you can help your clients transition color according to the season.
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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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?”
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.”
Sola Partners with PBA to Raise Money for Disaster Relief
Sola reminds stylists that they are never alone.
by Anne Moratto
Sola Partners with PBA to Raise Money for Disaster Relief
Sola reminds stylists that they are never alone.
by Anne Moratto
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."
by Anne Moratto
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?”
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.