Career
SEO for Stylists: How to Make Your Instagram More Discoverable
With the right keywords, tags and bio, Instagram can be a powerful business-building tool. Here’s how to perfectly optimize your profile to grow reach and get more butts in your chair.
Modern Mushroom: The Bowl Cut
When we’ve poked around the hashtag #bowlcut, we’re seeing it worn by all genders, on all different hair types, including Afro-texture, and were intrigued to see how flattering it can be. We asked an expert cutter to give us her take on what makes The Bowl Cut a timeless option.
by Anne Moratto
5 Questions for a CFO
As salons across the country continue to pick up their metaphorical pieces and re-prioritize with new perspective, we spent time with Sam Paik, chief financial officer for LBP’s Prestige Hair Group which includes salon brands like R+Co, IGK, InCommon Beauty and V76, for his unique insights into how salons can save, scale and strategize.
How New Government Proposals May Impact Salon Professionals
Washington's too crazy for me—that's what I always thought, until Covid hit me. And that's when I started paying more attention. Read on for some of the proposed budget plans that could offer some relief to salon pros.
Valentine's Day Survey: The Most Romantic Yet Affordable Cities for Celebrating
To determine the best places for celebrating the Day of Hearts, WalletHub compared 100 of the largest U.S. cities across 14 key metrics, ranging from florists per capita to COVID-19 cases to high-quality takeout food.
5 Ways to Future Proof Your Career As a Stylist
We've learned a lot in the last year, as COVID caused so much havoc. Some of those lessons include ways to keep strengthening your personal brand and building your career with education. A salon coach and expert offers these tips to help you grow and sustain your business, come what may.
4 Hairstylists on How to Take Gorgeous Client Photos
Instagram is the most important channel for stylists and their clients. High-quality photos that show off your work will fill your appointment book.
3 Tips for Shooting Hair Instagram Pics Quickly
"You’re doing beautiful hair every day. Not shooting it for social is a missed opportunity for others to actually see it and request your services," says Blake Reed Evans, salon owner and media coach.
Tips to Make Filing Your Taxes Easier
On Friday, February 12, 2021, the IRS will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns. Get a jump on things with these tips for making the process easier and more efficient.
Promoting Hair Growth with Protective Styles
Whitney Hawkins creates beautiful looks for her naturally-textured hair clients that will help them have healthier hair in the long run.
8 Ways to Create a Bright, Happy Salon
Check out the list of proven salon happiness enhancers to add to your motivational arsenal.
Should I Squeeze In Bang Trims While Reopening?
Stylists nationwide are figuring out how to book small services, like bang trims, alongside the full services that sustain business. Here, Love Salon owner Katie Pattison offers a booking solution that leaves the pros AND guests happy.
The Challenges of 2020 Are Gone, But Not Forgotten
And don’t forget that there were gifts this year too.
Three Holiday Looks Guaranteed to Spark Joy
Three techniques to spark joy through texture, color and styling this holiday season by the Ulta Beauty Design Team!
Sponsored by Ulta Beauty
PBA Announces Beacon Class of 2021 & New Digital Format
Meet the Beacon Class of 2021, A.K.A. the best and brightest students in the beauty industry.
How This Stylist Went From Furloughed to Salon Owner
“I had to choose between believing in myself or waiting to return to a salon I wasn’t 100% happy working in. I chose myself!”
Pivoting in a Pandemic: What I Learned While Taking My Salon Mobile
When the pandemic hit, I converted my business to a mobile salon. After a year navigating personal and professional hurdles, staying adaptable has been my magic sauce for success.