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6 Quick Tips for Building Financial Mastery

Want to become savvy about your personal finances, but don't quite know where to start? Anna Manukyan identifies six important concepts for building a strong financial foundation.

Success at the Top: Thriving on Madison Ave.

Salon owner Nuri Yurt had a dream of owning a salon on New York City’s Madison Avenue. "Through perseverance, hard work and stellar customer service, he and partner John Kaygisiz founded Toka Salon in 2007.

Sponsored by Amex

You’ve Got Talent. Make It Work for You!

The salon where you work should be working for you! Learn about a great salon brand that will help you grow your skills with plenty of opportunities for advancement.

Sponsored by Great Clips

Which State Is the Most Stressed-Out?

Maryland leads the nation with the most exhausted residents. You'll also find out which state is the most chill, according to a study, conducted by the AI productivity platform Plus Docs.

Sebastian Supports Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation

In an industry filled with caregivers and creatives, burnout can sometimes rear its ugly head. A hair care and styling brand that has been at the forefront of innovation in the beauty industry for decades, Sebastian Professional is committed to supporting stylists.

The Salon Today 2024 Technology Solutions Guide

This guide is your one-stop shop for a plethora of technology tools, software and services created to keep your salon or spa thriving.

Making Cosmetology School a First Choice

The decision to “choose beauty” has not always been supported—by parents, educators, or society. But there are positive signs that this is changing. We speak to a high school counselor, and hear from two cosmetology schools on recent trends that are encouraging.

Where Should My Money Live: An Account Breakdown

Anna Manukyan shares a breakdown of what different types of financial accounts should be used for.

Talking Politics? How to Navigate Political Discussions

Conventional wisdom always held that beauty professionals should avoid discussions of politics inside the salon. Here are some tips from Grow Therapy for how to navigate these sometimes-tricky exchanges wherever you are having them.

Where to Find the Best CD Rates to Easily Grow Your Wealth

Are you looking for simple, risk-free ways to grow your money? You may want to consider storing some of your funds away in a CD, or certificate of deposit account.

Understanding Self-Employment Tax for Booth Renters

As a booth renter, you are generally considered self-employed unless you've made an S-Corp election for your LLC, which would make you an employee of your own business.

Tapping Into Unrealized Growth: The Surprising Case for Add-on Services

Let’s talk about something that ought to be equally obvious: add-on services offer a fast and readily accessible path to revenue growth.

The Psychology of Pricing Your Salon Services

I used to charge above-average prices because this kept me on my toes to consistently deliver above-average services. No way could I just do a nice little haircut; the price pushed me to do my best. I liked that pressure, plus the results.

$1 Million by Retirement: How Much Should I Save or Invest at Ages 30, 40 or 50?

Whether you're 30, 40 or 50 years old, how much do you need to save or invest to hit a $1 million retirement goal? Anna Manukyan explains.

Can AI Manage Your Money?

How can beauty professionals best use Artificial Intelligence to help them manage their finances?

Beauty Professionals Create Magic Every Day!

Kim Becker, Co-Founder Of Hello Gorgeous! shares her latest inspiring makeover, and reminds her fellow beauty professionals that we have a gift to create magic every day.

Choosing the Right Cut: Education Tax Credits Stylists and Salon Owners Should Take Advantage Of

Education is necessary for beauty professionals to maintain their cosmetology licenses, and paying for that education can be burdensome, but it doesn't have to be. Understand which education tax credits can help you offset those costs.