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The podcast where salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners — just like you — learn quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
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Ready to stop chasing viral trends and start booking clients who are excited about your actual services? We sit down with creative director and educator Sydney Lopez to unpack a simple, repeatable social strategy that turns your feed into a pre-consultation engine. From rainbow hair transformations to realistic blonding timelines, Sydney shows how educational carousels, clear captions, and honest visuals set expectations early and attract the right people to your chair. We dig into the pain points salon owners share most: low team motivation, scattered posting, and pretty photos that don’t convert. Sydney maps a team-based content system where not everyone has to post everything—identify your shining stars, empower a salon cheerleader to capture wins, and let specialists lead with what they do best. You’ll learn how to define a niche that resonates—curls, trichology and hair loss, creative color, precision fades—and bake real value into every post with formulas, upkeep, timing, and budget guidance. Then we go tactical: find your “sweet spot” lighting at different times of day, pose fast in under two minutes, and turn one appointment into five assets without slowing the floor. Small profile tweaks deliver big gains. Clean up your handle so it’s easy to search and say. Optimize the Name field with high-intent keywords like rainbow hair, weft extensions, or curly cuts to improve discoverability. And if content creation feels overwhelming, adopt Sydney’s two-clients-per-week plan to keep it sustainable while still showing up. Along the way, you’ll hear how one carousel about going from level 2 black to platinum sparked nearly a million views and, more importantly, gave stylists a save-worthy tool for future consults. If you want a social presence that’s client-centered, team-friendly, and built to convert, this conversation hands you the roadmap. Subscribe, share this with your salon team, and leave a review with the one change you’ll make to your bio or lighting this week—we’ll shout out our favorites on the next show. To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
The last ten minutes of a service can make or break the whole visit. We invited Robert Reed, founder of Ergo Research and a celebrated educator in professional beauty, to unpack why finishing is so often overlooked and how to turn it into a repeatable system that delights guests, protects stylists’ bodies, and drives real revenue. From the psychology of open-ended questions to the ergonomics of airflow and sectioning, we map a path that makes blowouts teachable, consistent, and profitable. We dig into the core problem: finishing is usually demonstrated, not trained. Robert shows how to align the finish with the haircut’s intent, use pre-grooming to detangle and direct hair, and guide the conversation back to hair with simple prompts like “Will you show me how you start at home?” With tens of millions of weekly YouTube views on blow drying and detangling, clients clearly want help. When we “touch it, talk about it,” narrating why we chose each product and tool, retail becomes education, not a pitch, and clients leave knowing exactly how to refresh volume, frame their face, and extend day-two wear. Owners will find a clear business case. Robert outlines an eight-week “Art of the Blow Dry” focus that builds new conversational habits, lifts engagement, and measurably increases sales—especially brushes, the low-hanging fruit most guests use but rarely buy from salons. We share practical routines for huddles, team-led product stories, and station-based teaching that keep finishing front and center without feeling scripted. Add in ergonomic technique—treating the round brush like a roller with a handle, neutral wrist positions, and smart sectioning—and stylists get better results with less fatigue. If you’re ready to elevate standards, improve at-home re-creation, and make the last ten minutes your signature, this conversation offers the playbook. Subscribe, share with your team, and leave a review with the one finishing question you’ll start asking guests this week. To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
Tax talk gets real when it changes how much cash you keep. We sat down with CPA and beauty industry specialist April McDaniel to decode the $25,000 tip income deduction, the permanent FICA tip credit now available to salons and spas, and the exact systems owners need to make tip reporting airtight. April explains who qualifies, why married filing separately is a deal-breaker, and how income thresholds and documentation rules will shift between 2025 and 2026. We get tactical about payroll and accounting. If your team receives tips by cash, card, or apps, those amounts must flow into the correct W‑3 box for Social Security tips, or you risk losing credit and triggering notices. April shares a copy‑and‑paste email you can send to your payroll provider, why the FICA tip credit reduces your payroll tax deduction to avoid double dipping, and how credits pass through on K‑1s. We also surface a hidden risk: when employees add unreported tips at tax time, the IRS can bill the salon for the employer FICA match on that extra income. Beyond compliance, we focus on financial literacy as a growth engine. Proper tip reporting strengthens your team’s access to mortgages, car loans, Social Security, and disability benefits, raising the professional profile of stylists and estheticians. We discuss why many who tried booth rent are returning to strong employee salons, how to read clean financials, and where owners slip on deductions. Heads up for 2026: many workplace meals and celebration meals lose deductibility, while international and cruise conference deductions have tight rules—plan with your CPA before you spend. If you’re heading to our NEXT event in Austin, bring your year-end statements and questions. We’ll help you tighten reporting, protect cash flow, and make smarter bets using break‑even and ROI. Enjoy the conversation, subscribe for more practical beauty business strategy, and share this episode with an owner who needs clarity on tips and taxes. To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
Frizz doesn’t need to flatten your personality. Andrew Caruso from Pure Brazilian joins us to rethink what “Brazilian” means today, breaking down the difference between smoothing and straightening, how modern formulas protect curls and coils, and why a clean, low-odor service changes everything for clients and teams. If you’ve been wary of fumes, downtime, or harsh grow-out lines, this conversation gives you a fresh, practical playbook. We dig into the science in plain terms: where an ingredient sits on the label signals potency, how hydrolyzed keratin works alongside superfoods like cocoa seed butter and açaí, and why you can reduce frizz, boost shine, and speed up blow-dry time without sacrificing texture. Andrew shares what salons really want to know—how to grow revenue now. The Express Blowout slots into services you already do, adds four to eight shampoos of smooth hair, and creates a natural path to the full 90-minute treatment that lasts three to four months. No ponytail bans, no multi-day restrictions, and a client experience that feels lighter, cleaner, and repeatable. We also talk pricing and positioning so you charge confidently for 90 minutes of high-value work, whether your market tops at $250 or supports $600. With fewer visits and tighter schedules, smoothing becomes a strategic lever: better average ticket, faster appointments, and stronger rebooking built on results rather than obligation. Round it out with retail that shares the same hydrolyzed keratin DNA to maintain results between visits, plus simple messaging—texture management, frizz control, reduced blow-dry time—that clients immediately understand. Ready to keep the curls and lose the chaos? Hit play, then subscribe, share with a stylist friend, and leave a quick review so more pros can discover smarter, safer smoothing. To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
The future of beauty leadership doesn’t live in hustle culture or lone-wolf success stories—it lives in healthy companies where people grow, paychecks are stable, and culture drives the numbers. Robert Maraglia sits down with Barbara and Brett Pierce to share why they bought a three-decade education company and how they’re modernizing it without losing the backbone: financial clarity, team-based pay, and no-compromise leadership. We unpack what changed our own salons from stressed to strong: real systems, clear values, and a team model that unlocks more than just “two hands.” Barbara explains how focusing on whole-person contribution—education, mentorship, guest experience, and innovation—reduces burnout and lifts results. Brett gives a grounded take on no-compromise leadership: hold fast to goals and values, stay flexible on methods, and build the consistency that creates trust and stable incomes. You’ll hear how Strategies is evolving education with the online Academy, small-group collabs, and packed in-person events designed for both owners and teams. We talk practical solutions for today’s challenges—churn, no-shows, cancellations—plus the early expectations and clear career paths that keep new talent in the industry. From AI-enabled systems to hands-on workshops, every tool points to the same outcome: resilient, people-first salons that last. If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, consider this your nudge. Test one new play, pilot a clearer path, and see what happens when your culture and numbers finally pull in the same direction. Subscribe, share with a fellow owner, and leave a review with the one change you’ll make this month—we’ll feature our favorites in a future episode. To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
What if your clients chose your salon for the experience and results, not the name on the station? We sit down with Cindy Reynolds, owner of Mermaid Hair Extensions in Seattle and Kirkland, to unpack a brand-first, team-based model that turns marathon extension services into a smooth, three-hour transformation. Instead of booking a stylist, guests book the salon. The calendar reads “Team Mermaid,” the pricing is transparent and all-inclusive, and the systems guarantee speed, consistency, and hospitality. Cindy walks us through the mechanics: two to three stylists on a service, overlapping roles, and an apprenticeship pipeline that keeps prep and finishing seamless. When a client cancels or someone calls out, the brand absorbs the shock—appointments aren’t tied to a single person, so the promise holds. That reliability survived a full post-pandemic rebuild and fueled a 65% surge in 2022. The Starbucks analogy applies: people return for the product and experience, even if their favorite barista moves on; consistency builds trust, and trust builds retention. We also dig into hiring and culture. Candidates choose between building a solo brand or joining a salaried team with strong benefits, paid medical, a 401k match, and predictable income. Mermaid offers flexibility—unlimited unpaid time off with notice—while holding firm to full-day shifts and daily huddles that keep the machine aligned. With high-ticket packages, a 1.5 stylists-per-column cadence, and clear roles, the business funds education, travel, and a real career path. Most importantly, the mission stays front and center: give women more hair, more confidence, and more joy—those “hugs and tears” moments that make the work matter. If you’re ready to strengthen client loyalty, stabilize your book, and elevate your team’s careers, this conversation lays out the playbook. Subscribe, share with a salon owner who needs fresh thinking, and leave a review to tell us which system you’ll try first. To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
UPDATED NOTES! Laws have been updates since this was recorded. Important updates are time stamped: 7:36 Start discussion about $25k tip income deduction. 10:52 Reminder that laws are still being written. 11:35 Reminder that this is a Federal law, States may or may not do something, FICA still applies. Must file joint return if single. NEW – must have income to take deduction 15:10 Shift to owner’s discussion. 15:58 Could be eligible for $50k if both have tip income. NEW - We now have law that says it will be limited to $25k per return. 16:56 NEW - 1993 FICA tip tax credit started for restaurants . Originally it was indicated as early 80s. 20:34 FICA Tip Tax Credit is the amount paid and will get back what paid. CLARIFY – If not paying tax, may be carried back 1 year and/or carried forward a max of 20 years. Treated like other general credits so there are many different factors based on the personal taxpayers’ situation. This is a FICA tax credit – not a state deal. Tax talk that actually puts money back in your pocket starts here. We sat down with April McDaniel of Kopsa Otte to decode the new rules on tips for the beauty industry and map out simple steps that protect your income, benefits, and long-term security. From why 100% of tips must be reported to how the new incentives work, we connect the dots so employees and owners can act with confidence. First, we break down the $25,000 employee tip deduction: who qualifies, how to document tips correctly on a W-2, what “modified adjusted income” means for phaseouts, and why FICA still applies. We also cover special cases like self-employed artists keeping separate tip records, married filing status pitfalls, federal versus state differences, and the 2025–2028 window that makes this a timely priority. The message is clear: clean records now lead to smoother filings and bigger benefits later. Then we shift to the owner’s playbook. April explains how the long-standing FICA tip credit, claimed on Form 8846, now applies to salons and spas. We detail the payroll and reporting steps that unlock the credit, when minimum wage rules limit eligibility, and how the credit flows through for S corps and partnerships. You’ll hear practical policies that eliminate off-book cash and app tips, ways to leverage salon software for accurate reporting, and a simple compliance framework that stops leaving money on the table. This conversation champions a mindset shift: tips are not coffee money, they are real income that should fund goals, build credit, and secure benefits. If you’re ready to level up your business, align your team, and claim what the law now offers, this is your roadmap. Subscribe, share with your team, and leave a review to help more beauty pros grow smarter and stronger. Find out more about April and Kopsa Otte at h To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
In this episode, we’re joined by Sydney Lopez, a social media expert and stylist with over a quarter million followers on Instagram, to explore how salon and spa owners can revolutionize their approach to social media. Sydney shares her client-centered strategy that shifts the focus from showcasing services to celebrating the real stars of your business: your clients. Learn how to create an online community, craft compelling content, and highlight your salon’s unique culture to drive real growth. Whether you’re struggling to engage your team in social media efforts, attract new clients, or recruit top talent, Sydney’s practical tips will empower you to elevate your online presence. Discover how to turn social media from a chore into a tool for building relationships, boosting bookings, and showcasing your salon’s culture and values. Connect with Sydney on Instagram : @ sydneyannlopezhair Register for Sydney's 2-day Digital Branding & Social Media Workshop: https://strategies.com/seminar/digital-branding-social-media-crosswalk-03-25 Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/YVajfMz8BIk To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
In this episode, we sit down with Tim Howard from Vish to uncover how salons can dramatically cut color waste, improve profitability, and create a more sustainable business. Learn how Vish’s groundbreaking technology reduces waste from 40% to just 5%, while making every service on your menu equally profitable. Tim shares insights into the latest trends in salon data and practical tips on how to maximize your color bar's efficiency. Discover how smarter pricing strategies and streamlined systems can empower you to take control of your salon's finances and create a better client experience. Watch the video version of this episode : https://youtu.be/KN5x-nGlEQU Connect with Vish : https://hubs.ly/Q02-1K3T0 To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
In this episode, we sit down with Ben Atanga, a dynamic entrepreneur who is reshaping holistic wellness. Ben shares his path from studying child psychology to founding The Stretch Loft, a cutting-edge business that harnesses the power of stretch therapy and guided breathing to release tension and promote healing. His personal experience with injury recovery led to the creation of The Stretch Loft and The Stretch Loft Academy, where over 200 practitioners have been trained under his guidance. With the successful launch of his seventh studio, Ben offers insights into how this innovative approach addresses muscle tension in a way no other modality does. We also explore the untapped potential of integrating stretch therapy into existing businesses, boosting both diversification and revenue. Discover how adding this service can transform a simple appointment into a comprehensive wellness experience, enhancing client engagement for hairdressers, massage therapists, and spa owners alike. Learn more about The Stretch Loft: https://thestretchloft.com/ Follow The Stretch Loft on Instagram : @thestretchloft Email Ben: ben@thestretchloft.com Conversation highlights: 1:03 What is stretch therapy? 3:30 The difference between stretch therapy and other holistic wellness services 6:05 What does a stretch therapy session look like? 10:40 The mobility assessment that tells the story of your body 12:58 Diversifying your business with stretch therapy services 16:29 How being team-based supports the franchise model 20:53 How being team-based changed the Stretch Loft's culture Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/LLzJyensi_0 To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
Join us as we sit down with Eva DuPont from Infiniti HR and Heather Watkins, a waxing studio owner thriving with Human Resources support, to uncover the invaluable benefits of HR services for even the smallest of beauty businesses. Hear firsthand how HR expertise not only ensures compliance with essential laws but also acts as a vital safety net during challenging situations, like when a viral social media mishap strikes. Heather shares her journey with Infiniti HR, proving that tailored HR solutions can empower your employees and help your business grow. Book an appointment with Eva: www.evadupont.com Conversation highlights: 2:45 How human resources applies to beauty businesses 4:35 How to know when you need HR support 6:59 The 4 hidden labor costs 10:00 The difference between payroll and HR services 12:39 Offering benefits to your salon/spa employees 15:30 How HR services can work for a small beauty business 21:58 The benefits Heather experienced after utilizing HR services Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/6Sf4MiRkIpM To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
Join us as we sit down with Ameet Kallarackal, the visionary CEO and co-founder of Glammatic , who reveals the secrets to dominating your digital presence. Ameet shares compelling insights showing that a whopping 72% of potential clients search for salons and spas on Google first, making it imperative to rank high in search results. He unpacks the pitfalls of relying solely on platforms like Facebook and Instagram and underscores the necessity of maintaining a robust and credible online image. In this episode, Ameet walks us through practical strategies for setting your salon/spa apart through strong branding and team visibility. Ameet also dives into the tools and tips for maintaining an active and engaging online presence, ensuring your brand remains top of mind for both loyal and new customers. Learn more about Glammatic: www.glammatic.com Conversation highlights: 1:51 Why it's important for your business to have a strong online presence 4:34 Where most businesses go wrong with their online presence 6:30 The mystery of Google's algorithm 9:05 Matching your online presence to your in-person client experience 10:40 Where to start with optimizing your online presence 14:24 How to simplify and automate your online marketing 17:03 How to stand out in people's email inbox 18:50 The time investment for maintaining your online presence 21:37 The ROI of a great online presence 23:20 The social media platforms you HAVE to be on as a beauty business 26:13 How Glammatic helps beauty businesses build their online presence 29:00 An exclusive offer from Glammatic for the Strategies Community Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/ZOSFJPBm8CE To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
On this episode, we sit down with seasoned tax attorney, Tina Azarvand, as she shares expert tax strategies tailored specifically for beauty entrepreneurs. From exploring the benefits and drawbacks of sole proprietorships, LLCs, and S-Corps to emphasizing the importance of proactive tax planning, Tina equips you with the insights needed to optimize your tax obligations and compliance. She delves into the specifics of S-Corp salary requirements and new filing mandates under the Corporate Transparency Act, ensuring you make informed decisions for your business. Learn more about Azarvand Tax Law : https://azarvandtaxlaw.com/ Contact Azarvand Tax Law: info@azarvandtaxlaw.com Conversation highlights: 2:12 The pros and cons of different business classifications (LLC, S-corp, etc.) 9:03 The most common tax pitfalls of small businesses 14:02 The dangers of misclassifying your independent contractors 20:15 What to do if your business has fallen behind on taxes 28:37 Tina's two key tips for staying proactive with your business taxes Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/uSois_fZUms To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
How do you turn a group of individuals into a thriving, cohesive team? In this episode, we sit down with Laura Hess, the General Manager of A Glo Spa and Salon Co ., who shares her secrets to leading a dynamic salon team. Discover A Glo's approach to managing diverse personalities and work styles, using tools like personality assessments to ensure everyone is on the same page. Learn how celebrating successes, setting meaningful goals, and promoting collaboration over competition can motivate your team, even during the slow times. Learn more about A Glo Spa and Salon Co. : www.aglospa.com Watch the video version of this episode : https://youtu.be/7cPfuw0xCoI Conversation highlights: 1:15 What it's like to manage a salon/spa TEAM 2:13 How to keep your team cohesive 3:25 The challenges of managing in a team-based salon/spa environment 4:30 Keeping your team engaged/motivated 6:20 Navigating conflict amongst your team 7:33 Managing client conflict in the salon/spa 9:23 How to make your team members feel valued 11:35 How A Glo built a thriving culture 13:30 Laura's advice for someone stepping into a manager role in a salon/spa To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
In this episode, we're diving into financial stability in the beauty industry with our insightful chat featuring Randi Rose, co-founder of Thrive Business Services. Discover why relying solely on increased sales won't cure your financial woes, and learn how meticulous bookkeeping can transform your business. Randi shares indispensable advice on managing costs, understanding proper pricing strategies, and tracking income and expenses to stay within budget. This episode is packed with essential tips on achieving financial clarity and making informed decisions that align with your business goals. Thrive Business Services website : https://thrivebusinessservices.net/ Conversation highlights: 3:12 The most common financial challenges faced by beauty business leaders 6:53 How a bookkeeper enhances your current financial processes 12:10 The downfalls of using Excel to manage your finances 15:50 What you should expect from your bookkeeper 18:10 The most common inaccuracies on your balance sheet Watch the video version of this episode here: https://youtu.be/-0bwa07lhRE To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
How do you transform a small beauty business into a thriving enterprise? Join us as we chat with Christi Newell, the visionary owner of A Glo Spa and Salon Co, who has done exactly that. Discover how Christi grew her salon from a team of six in 1999 to a bustling business with 45 employees through innovative leadership strategies. You'll learn how Christi identifies and nurtures individual talents within her team, creating advanced positions that keep her employees engaged and motivated. Tune in to learn how creating a safe space for idea-sharing and accountability can transform your business environment. Conversation highlights: 1:02 A Glo Spa & Salon's growth journey 2:33 Developing leaders in your beauty business 4:20 How developing leaders helps with employee retention 6:20 How developing leaders helps your business grow 8:59 Becoming the visionary of your business 11:59 Empowering your team to take the lead 16:57 Creating a culture of accountability 19:56 Christi's advice for salon/spa owners hesitant to invest in leadership development Watch the video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/fnZxaxLZ-k0 To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
Join us as we chat with Sarah McGee, the innovative owner of Thirty Hair Salon in Columbia, Maryland. Sarah, a second-generation hairstylist, opens up about her unique journey and the effective hiring strategies that set her salon apart. Discover how she leverages a strong team culture to not only attract top talent but also ensure long-term success in leadership and business growth. You'll learn Sarah's meticulous hiring process that ensures the right fit for a team-oriented business. Her insights into playing the long game in hiring, even if it means short-term sacrifices, offer actionable tips for anyone looking to enhance their own hiring processes and company culture. Conversation highlights: 0:00 Sarah’s ‘secret sauce’ for creating a strong hiring pool 7:03 Optimizing your social media presence to attract clients AND employees 12:55 Detailing Sarah’s hiring process to sharpen company culture 20:00 Sarah’s fail-proof interview questions 23:28 The qualities of an ideal candidate Watch the video version of this episode : https://youtu.be/UOigUDBoryg To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
How does one conversation change the course of a life? Join us for an inspiring story with Kim Becker from Hello Gorgeous, a nonprofit born out of a dream to help women battling cancer feel beautiful again. Listen as Kim reveals her incredible journey, shifting from a legal career to becoming a passionate hairdresser, salon owner, and now non-profit founder. Sparked by a pivotal discussion with her late husband, Kim envisioned a mobile day spa, bringing luxurious, free makeovers to women during their toughest times. This episode highlights the beauty industry's generous spirit and Kim’s unwavering dedication to her cause. Tune in to discover the transformative impact on salons and the women they serve through Hello Gorgeous' certification program. You'll learn how this initiative not only supports women battling cancer but also enriches salon culture and fosters community involvement. Conversation highlights: 0:00 How ‘Hello Gorgeous!’ came to be 6:10 How beauty care changes lives 9:00 The nuances of beauty services for cancer patients 12:25 The Hello Gorgeous Experience 18:06 How to get involved with Hello Gorgeous 20:00 How giving back transforms the culture at your beauty business Learn more about Hello Gorgeous: www.hellogorgeous.org Connect with Kim Becker: kbecker@hellogorgeous.org Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/E2Sjsd7YFeE To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by financial statements and unsure what they tell you about your business? Join us as we strip away the complexities of financial literacy with Strategies' Director of Coaching and Educator, Daryl Jenkins. In this episode, we break down three critical financial documents every beauty business owner needs to be familiar with into simple, digestible concepts. By likening these financial documents to chapters in a book, you'll learn how each one tells a vital part of your business's story. You'll learn how these documents help you make smarter business decisions so you can start writing your business' next profitable chapter. Conversation highlights: 0:00 Financial literacy is simpler than you think 4:03 Your business is made up of chapters… What is the full story? 5:40 Profit is not cash, so what is it? 7:33 Daryl’s #1 tip for profit and loss statements 12:05 Is your company in good health? Your balance sheet can tell you 16:25 The third and most neglected chapter: the statement of cash flows 20:00 Daryl’s recommendations to kickstart your financial understanding 21:28 Adding the fourth chapter with Strategies’ key ingredient 23:51 What now? The first steps to unlock your financial literacy Watch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/rxak_MHej0I To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
Ever wondered how a team-based company can elevate your professional game? Deja Coleman, a veteran stylist with 25 years of experience, joins us to share the impact working in a team-based salon has had on the trajectory of her career. Deja shares how the dynamic team environment at Goldwaves Salon in Fort Worth, TX has paved the way for her incredible career milestones, including winning multiple awards and currently a finalist for a North American Hairstyling Award (NAHA). You'll learn how a supportive team can unlock doors to creative freedom and lead to not just surviving but thriving in the beauty industry. Deja reflects on how she navigated the beauty landscape, from Pennsylvania to Texas, and her journey within her own salon. Her story is a testament to the importance of collective encouragement and how the strength of a team can drive personal and professional growth. Conversation highlights: 0:00 Deja's beginnings in the beauty industry 4:02 What does being "a team" really mean? 6:31 Navigating challenges within a team 8:53 Fostering team communication through huddles 10:15 The benefits of a team-based salon for a veteran stylist 15:45 Winning awards with the support of team 19:52 How a team-based environment benefits brand new service providers 23:16 Deja's one word to summarize being part of a team-based company Watch the video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/x1FO0EluLYs To learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: Strategies: https://www.strategies.com Salon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/ In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/education Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategiesteam Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategies Online Education Portal: https://learning.strategies.com/ The Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.
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