Career
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.
Where You Want To Be: Get Exactly What You Need From Your Career
From education to benefits to pure passion and freedom to be authentic, hear working stylists count down the 15 powerful, meaningful ways Ulta Beauty can help you be successful, be satisfied and BeU in your career
Sponsored by Ulta Beauty
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
On Nov. 8, Get Your Independent Business in Shape at the MODERN SALON Independent Boot Camp
At an in-person event in Hollywood, MODERN SALON will be hosting a full day of business presentations from industry leaders who are showing up to help independent stylists get a jump on the new year. Content will range from social media, to pricing strategies, to creating systems for success. Connect with other independents, get smart advice from the very best and get your business in fighting shape!
Your Great Career: Three Factors to Focus on When Choosing a Salon Home
Whether you’re a new stylist looking to start your career or an experienced stylist looking for a change, the culture and environment of the salon you choose—or choose to move to—can make all the difference for future success and overall work-life satisfaction, too.
Sponsored by Great Clips
The Day Instagram Went Down
Facebook, too. So we took to Twitter to ask some beauty professionals what they were thinking and doing during this forced social silence. Sure, there are plenty of other platforms, but for beauty pros, Instagram has become a marketing vehicle, messaging App and appointment software, all in one.
by Anne Moratto
Macho Makeup Part Two: The Photo Shoot
Before you click a camera, know this: why are you creating the images? The success of a photoshoot hinges on your answer. Even if it’s just for fun, set a goal or purpose and stay focused to attain good results, otherwise, it’s like shooting fish in a barrel—you might get a nice photo, you might not.
Meet Three Artists Who Found Their Dream Jobs
Do you wake up every day absolutely dying to get to work because you love your job, your clients, your co-workers and your company so, so much? If so, fantastic! If not, meet three pros who reveal how they found their dream jobs at Madison Reed Hair Color Bars.
Sponsored by Madison Reed
Master Stylist Stacey-Ann Houston's Total Transformations
This Ulta Beauty Design Team member creates some stunning before-and-afters.
How to Use TikTok to Grow Your Brand
Alana Biagioli — Brand Partnerships Manager, Beauty, TikTok — presented during Aveda Congress about how to use the platform and what’s trending in the HairTok subculture.
Macho Makeup Part One: The Concept
In planning our photo shoot, we asked the question: men with makeup, what is it? They have to be men who wear cosmetics for a more significant reason than to cover up a pimple. They want to look better and maintain an air of naturalness. It has to complement their lifestyle, I said to the team.
Career Advice from Celeb Stylist Tracey Cunningham
Two vital lessons from her book "True Color: The Essential Hair Color Handbook."