There are so many elements to running a salon business, including HR issues, business strategies and goal setting. We turn to experts in salon management for their advice on everything from effective retail and merchandising to how to motivate, manage and reward their teams.
In the hair and beauty industry personal injury claims are on the rise. Changes in English law have meant the “no win no fee” solicitors are looking for a new client base to replace the downturn in whiplash claims. With claims settlements averaging at £12,000 for a lash tint and as much as £35,000 for Read More
En Route Hair & Beauty are doing their bit for the environment – the salon in Walton has launched a campaign against the single usage of plastic waste generated by sales of shampoo and conditioner bottles. Owner Melenie Tudor, has created a refill station to invite and encourage customers to reuse, recycle and refill their empty product containers, so that Read More
Chop Chop London is a salon brand that is built to cater for the 21st century consumer who is time poor and always on the move. The brand, which recently opened a new permanent base in the regenerated Wembley Park has gone from strength to strength in the time since opening it’s doors in Old Read More
Business consultant Liz McKeon discusses the importance of wellbeing and creating a positive work culture for your salon staff. The World Health Organization has classified burnout as a medical condition. You can help to prevent staff burnout in the salon by being aware of its symptoms. Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness or uneasiness Read More
Business consultant Ryan Fox shares a a successful salon merger case study and reveals what you need to consider before integrating two salons into one Last year Luca Sparti Cesari of Concrete Hair in Covent Garden was told by his landlord the block where his salon was based was being redeveloped. Luca had three choices Read More
Your website is your platform and showcase to the world. It is an essential part of your business proposition. If you don’t have a well-built website to drive clients to your hair salon, you are missing out on thousands of pounds every year. Here are some tips to make your website work hard for you. Read More
Salon International is launching exclusive business seminars with a host of hairdressing industry experts this year. The sessions will be held at the show on Sunday 6 October and will explore innovative and creative ways of generating extra profits within your salon. From a panel discussing whether you can go wrong on social media to Read More
Spirit Hair Co’s Mikaela Martin reveals how you can use the zookeeping technique to manage your team more effectively. Knowing how to communicate with your team and get the best out of them is key to running a successful salon. Mikaela Martin, co-director of the Spirit Hair Co in Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, uses the zookeeping Read More
Open Barbers in North London, is exactly as the name suggests – open. Open for all people, all genders (including those who don’t identify with a gender) and those on a low income. HJ Men caught up with director Greygory to find out the issues facing the LGBTQ+ community when they visit a salon or barbers, Read More