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SexyHair Announces Mental Health America Partnership
SexyHair announced a new campaign, called Beauty Starts Within, in partnership with Mental Health America (MHA) to empower stylists and individuals to nurture their mental health by providing education, resources, and support.
The U.S. Cost of Living Crisis Is Twice as Bad for Women
According to a recent study into workplace diversity and inclusion from global recruiter Robert Walters, twice as many females rely on additional income streams to get by vs. men.
Where to Look for the Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
Anna Manukyan, Senior Director of Education and Creative at Ulta Beauty, has the info on how to find a high-yield savings account that works for you.
Customer Service 101 for Cutting Clients on the Spectrum
Brea Retic, barber and co-founder of A Different Cut, offers tips on providing thoughtful customer service to give sensory sensitive clients a positive haircutting experience.
Sweet Salon Suite Design Inspiration
It's your home away from home, make it your own. As an independent beauty pro, you are responsible for designing your own space. We asked two suite groups and a salon furniture and equipment supplier to share their best suggestions for designing an independent pro suite that will make your work a pleasure.
Industry Aligned Promotes Physical Health for Beauty Pros
Jenifer Khan and David Castle share their approach to keeping your body working for a long career.
Therapist? We Prefer our Hair Stylist, Say 1 in 3
Timely Topic: Are hair stylists/barbers bridging the mental health therapy gap? 1 in 3 say so, according to a survey of 1,005 Americans by pollsters iPsos eNation, on behalf of AQ, an anxiety management app that tracks anxiety in real-time.
Hairstylists Change the World
Elizabeth Faye (@heyelizabethfaye) says that hairstylists change the world by making the person in their chair feel heard, seen, and loved. We couldn't agree more.
Succession Salon-Style
Planet Salon owner Ginger Boyle steers her salon’s future even as she steps away from the helm.
Timing Your Foods for Stomach Health
What you eat matters, but when you eat it matters, too.
Curly Brides: Fostering Curl Confidence on your Client’s Wedding Day
How do you help a bride feel good in her natural curls? Bridal stylist Sara Ortega provides a look into how she fosters curl confidence.
Tips for Dealing with Toxic Salon Clients
Some clients leave you drained and stressed out. I call them toxic clients because their way has an unexplainable heaviness. Here are some strategies for identifying and dealing with these personalities.
Navigating Simple Interest vs. Compounding Interest
In this edition of #FinanceFriday, Anna Manukyan explains the differences between simple and compounding interest.
Recovering Out Loud: Overcoming Addiction, One Day at a Time
Stylist Meghan Blanchette’s life story nearly ended with a period…instead it continues with a semi-colon. She talked about her struggles with drugs and alcohol at Sport Clips National Huddle, sharing her experience of recovery, and giving hope to others who may think their life is at an end, when, in fact, recovery can start a whole new chapter.
Artist Spotlight: Donna Jordan
Stylist Donna Jordan ran her own salon for twelve years before pivoting to franchise salons—and she never looked back. Now Vice President of operations at Supercuts, Donna encourages other mid-career artists to consider the same path. Donna Jordan’s artist spotlight is a story of changing direction—and succeeding.
Sponsored by Supercuts
The Improv Technique of Saying "Yes, And..." Becomes a Tool for Business Success
When you answer "yes, and..." to a question or to a challenge in life, you are opening up possibilities, which is why this improvisational comedy technique has made its way into business classes and discussions of communication strategies.
by Anne Moratto
Healthy Hairdresser: 3 Tips for Preventing Injury
We look at things from the ground up, starting with proper footwear, stance and use of your wrist in this quick wellness takeaway for stylists.
by Anne Moratto