Career
Spending Time with The Millionaire Hairstylist
In this podcast, MODERN SALON's Anne Moratto speaks with Cash Lawless, who is "on a mission to improve the financial well-being of hairstylists and creative professionals."
Service Pricing: Stylists Share How They Set Their Prices
From gender-neutral pricing, to hourly, to per-service pricing, to raising prices, emotional discounting, and even gratuities, this discussion among three stylists and salon owners was immensely valuable.
by Anne Moratto
The Business Side of Beauty: Why You Aren't Making the Money
There's a business aspect to being a beauty professional that can be learned and mastered. Here are the main reasons why you might be struggling, and what to do about it.
TikTok-ers Use Leftover Candy to Color Hair, Blush Cheeks, and MORE
If you're wondering what to do with all that colored candy, jump over to TikTok where users are showing how to use them for an easy flush on the cheeks or a fun-and-temporary streak of color in hair.
The Power of Intuition and Empathy in Elevating the Client Experience Amid Haircare Challenges
Every client who enters your salon carries a unique story, often concealed beneath layers of emotions and experiences. By understanding the unique journeys of your clients, you have the power to uplift their experiences, providing not just hair solutions but also comfort, empathy, and empowerment.
3 Effective Ways to Pay Down Debt
Anna Manukyan shares three great ways to get a solid handle on your debt so that you can start to feel financially secure and build wealth.
The Professional Beauty Association Announces its Beacon Class of 2024
The 2024 The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) announces its Beacon Class recognizing top emerging talent in the beauty industry.
Why Self-talk Matters Financially
Whether your internal voice surrounding money is positive or negative, it makes an impact on how you actually feel about managing your finances. Hear Anna Manukyan explain why that matters, and how to turn that voice more positive.
Powerful Tips for Improving Your Gut Health (and Why it Matters)
With March being National Nutrition Month, California Mobile Acupuncture offers powerful tips to help improve our gut health, crucial to being healthy and feeling good.
Join Us in June at MODERN SALON Boot Camp Dallas
In its sixth outing, MODERN SALON Boot Camp will be bringing leading industry educators to a day of high-energy inspiration and connection. Join us and your fellow beauty pros in Dallas!
Unmasking Domestic Violence: A Stylist's Guide to Recognizing the Signs
Patrice Arriaga, a licensed cosmetologist and AAS Beauty and Wellness student at Mesa Community College has written a blog on the topic of domestic violence and how it impacts stylists, discussing how stylists can become instrumental in unmasking domestic violence.
Unveiling the Angel Cut: A Hair Salon Trend with a Lifesaving Message
Patrice Arriaga, a licensed cosmetologist and AAS Beauty and Wellness student at Mesa Community College, has written a blog on the topic of domestic violence and how it impacts stylists, discussing how "The Angel Cut" can be a silent signal and call for help.
Acupuncture for Beauty Professionals
Acupuncture is based on the belief that when the body's vital energy is disrupted or blocked, it can cause illness or pain. One practitioner offers advice for beauty pros who suffer from painful wrists and forearms.
Is The Studio Model For You?
Understand your career path options, from commission salon, booth rental to salon suites like Sola Salon Studios. Learn why 20,000+ beauty pros have said yes to the Sola difference.
Sponsored by Sola Salons Blue
CDs vs. High-Yield Savings...Which Suits You Best?
In her latest #FinanceFriday video, Anna Manukyan explains the differences between two great ways to grow your savings: certificates of deposit and high-yield savings accounts.
The Exciting Cuts and Styles of an Ulta Elite Stylist
See what Ulta Elite Stylist and Design Team Member Gilad Goldstein works on on a daily basis. Spoiler alert - it's not boring!
Sponsored by Ulta Beauty
How to Deal With Critics
Stop limiting your possibilities to look good for others because they don’t really care—why do you?