If your day-to-day feels like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole, you’re not alone. The hair and beauty industry runs on creativity and connection, but behind the scenes, it runs on systems. When you spread those systems across a few different tools (plus a couple of sticky notes and a prayer), even the best-run salons feel like they’re working twice as hard for the same results.
Want to know if your business is built to last? Vagaro's Business Health Check gives you a personalized score and clear recommendations to strengthen your salon business. Think of it like a wellness checkup—only this time, your business is the patient.
In the salon and spa world, creating a standout client experience isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s what turns first-time visitors into loyal, long-term clients. It’s about the entire journey clients take with you from the moment they book to how they feel walking out the door.
Concerned about how a slowdown could impact your salon? This Vagaro guide shares practical tips to help you maintain steady revenue, strengthen client relationships, and adapt your business model to thrive, even when the economy shifts.
This salon marketing guide breaks down exactly how to get found online, fill your calendar, and keep clients coming back. From social posts to text campaigns, it's your cheat sheet for marketing that actually works.
Each year, our SALON TODAY 200 applications yield a wealth of innovative, fresh management advice, and this year we selected four honorees to delve into the details of their best practices during a complimentary webinar sponsored by American Express.
It's common to feel overwhelmed in the pursuit of success, but acknowledging it is only the beginning. Achieving balance becomes imperative as success brings forth busier schedules and increased demands. That is why DaySmart Salon is sharing three essential strategies, from identifying burnout to cultivating a supportive culture relevant to anyone striving to navigate daily challenges easily. Are you ready to uncover more?
In our final day of the 2024 SALON TODAY 200 Alerts, we meet 50 more honorees in Growth. These owners, including Stacey Holmes and Brandie Lohmann, owners of Steel Blade Men's Salon in Albuquerque, New Mexico, have learned to tap into new products, services and trends to build sales, while maximizing the time and talents of their team members.
In our 8th Day of the 2024 SALON TODAY 200, we meet the honorees who excelled in Salon Leadership, including Luisa G. Garcia of Soleil Salon and Spa in Windham, New Hampshire. These owners know it's a leader's responsibility to develop a vision for the people they guide, then they have to inspire their team to follow that vision.
They had the best reviews, and they accept American Express, which is important to me, because those guests have spending power,” she says. “We have some high-ticket services, including a $2,800 extension service. When clients pay for that with their American Express card, they can gain points and have the flexibility to pay for it in monthly payments.”
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Dominique DiBenedetto opened Aura Hair Co. in Boynton Beach, Florida, after years of experience in other salon environments. She knew exactly what she didn’t want to do and that her employees would always come first. DiBenedetto is thriving and continues to grow with tech tools, including AI, Vagaro, and access to support from American Express.
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Cash is no longer king: the time and effort spent on handling cash can cost up to 15% of each sale’s value. That’s where having a salon POS (point of sale) system comes in.
Are you or your team a victim of your own unrealistic expectations? Andrew Carruthers helps you alleviate those hurdles and improve your relationships.
The challenge: creating marketing campaigns with a clear impact.
Tune into our complimentary webinar to see how owners and managers are tackling some of the biggest salon management challenges of our time.
As the captain of your salon, you are in charge of steering it toward success. With her most recent blog, Coach Dawna Jarvis offers 5 strategies to get you pointed in the right direction.
Vagaro recently added three new features to its software: Add-Ons, Vagaro Pay Later, and Maps. With more tools for success, salon owners can give their guests a more convenient salon experience. Find out what Vagaro can do to help grow your business.
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