April 2009
From the Editor
What Does Booth Renting Mean to You? Maybe to a salon professional it could mean an opportunity to be self-employed and in control of your own work space. Or it could conjure up nightmares of financial risk and responsibility. To a salon owner it could be the final effort of change to keep the salon afloat, or maybe a great opportunity for financial independence. Read More>
Three Months of Marketing
Marketing for the 'Single Shingle' Very few things are more frustrating to the “Solo Artist” than the realization that most business-building how-to books, articles and advice are written for those that have personnel and monetary reserves. Read More>
Retail Matters
Clients Like Retail – They Really Do! Last year, American consumers spent over $62.5 billion on hair and beauty products. Clearly, Americans love their beauty and are not afraid to invest in it. Read More>
Nail Extension
Am I a Booth Renter? Finding a job is tough enough in this market and when you find out things are not right at the salon you agreed to work at what do you do? Read More>
The Mane Objective
Pros and Cons of Booth Renting Booth renting, commission, or salary – what’s the best option for you? It depends, of course, on what is actually allowed in your area, as each state has its own rules and regulations. Read More>
Blue Highways
Re-Evaluating Your Job Options With all the uncertainty in today’s job market many in our industry are re-evaluating their views of employment and compensation to find some sanity in these troubled times. Read More>
Better Business
What Are You Going To Do About It? Unchecked Or Chronic Business Problems Never Cure Themselves Let’s face it, there’s stuff going on in your business that’s getting in the way of growth — possibly even doing severe damage. You know what I’m talking about. Read More>
Beauty Business Buzz
Weighing Your Options: Choosing Booth Rental or Commission Don’t we all want the best deals, results, and returns on our investments when it comes to our money, time and effort? Of course we do, and that is what leads us to the age old question in the beauty industry, “booth rental or commission?” Read More>
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