Why passion can’t replace business knowledge
Is passion enough? When I launched my business, Maxime, in 2001, I was young and in love with the beauty industry. I had a concept and a passion but no actual business knowledge. I thought I could...
View ArticleWithout a Business Plan, Having Passion Alone Isn’t Enough
I had my daughter when I was 24 and exactly a year later my son was born. Young and in love, I hadn’t given parenthood a single thought beyond knowing I wanted kids. Then, suddenly, I was caring for...
View ArticleGiving Back: One of the Great Gifts to Being a Salon Owner
I just got back from San Francisco where we had the first fund-raising gala for HairToStay, and it was a huge success! HairToStay is a wonderful non-profit that raises money to fund scalp cooling...
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Let’s Get Clear About That Five Letter Word: MONEY!
So many of us have done great inner work on ourselves. We’ve gone deep and looked at what we want to be and create in our lives. We’ve worked on physical health and mental and spiritual well-being....
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Finding the Right Beauty Business Coach
I want to chat today about the value of finding the right mentor and guide. Why? Because as an entrepreneur it is often that we feel alone. I know because starting a whole new adventure made me feel...
View ArticleWhat is a Salon Owner Journey?
Every successful salon owner follows some sort of system. It’s the basis of all the work you do. And the stronger the foundation, the better results you get. Salon owners are the ultimate...
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Keeping Your Salon In The Game
It is a paradox, CoronaVirus, bad or good for sure. While you can look at it as a crisis and these being dangerous times. We have also been given the gift of time to work ON our businesses. For sure,...
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6 Steps for Effective Hair Salon Recruitment
There’s the old way to recruit new staff that is full of job search websites and unsuccessful ads, and then there’s our new, proven way of not just recruiting people but people aligned with your...
View ArticleBrand Story: Why Is It Important?
Developing your Brand Story When it comes to choosing a business, what makes customers choose one brand over another? In some cases it can be price, convenience, services offered, however, in many...
View ArticleThe 5 Phases of Entrepreneurship – Where Are You In Your Journey?
Becoming a business owner is by far one of the most rewarding and one of the most taxing things you can do in life. And, each part of the entrepreneurial journey comes with its own unique...
View ArticleMy Journey to Profit First for Purpose
My Journey to Profit First for Purpose As they say – every storm can produce a rainbow! This is so true, even for my journey. It’s been a long road that has brought me here, as the owner of Salon...
View Article5 Unique Ways to Use ChatGPT to Grow Your Salon Business and Increase Profits
5 Unique Ways to Use ChatGPT to Grow Your Salon Business and Increase Profits We’re entering into a new world where if you’re not up with the latest technology, you could be doing things the hard way!...
View ArticleHow I Built My Team-Managed Business & Still Went on a 4-Week Vacation
How I Built My Team-Managed Business & Still Went on a 4-Week Vacation As a CEO, we always hear: you have to hustle and grind your way to the top. But, what if there was an easier way? A way that...
View ArticleSustainable Salon Business Practices for Long-Term Profitability
Sustainable Salon Business Practices for Long-Term Profitability When it comes to the beauty industry, sustainability is more than a trend—it’s a fundamental principle that can drive your salon’s...
View ArticleSalon Leadership Training: How to Become the CEO Your Business Needs
Salon Leadership Training: How to Become the CEO Your Business Needs Running a salon is more than just providing great haircuts or spa treatments—it requires a strategic mindset and strong leadership...
View ArticleHow Scalable Salon Models Can Unlock Entrepreneur Success
How Scalable Salon Models Can Unlock Entrepreneur Success As a salon owner, you’ve built a successful business—but now you’re ready for more. You want to grow, expand, and scale without losing the...
View ArticleFinancial Freedom for Salon Owners: Achieving True Independence
Financial Freedom for Salon Owners: Achieving True Independence Every salon owner dreams of achieving financial independence—running a business that supports the life they want to live. However,...
View ArticleThe Importance of Going on Vacation as a Salon Owner
The Importance of Going on Vacation as a Salon Owner When was the last time you truly unplugged from your salon? If you’re struggling to think of an answer, then it’s time to ask yourself why. As...
View ArticleHow to Leverage AI in Your Salon
How to Leverage AI in Your Salon Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s here, and it’s changing the way salons operate. As salon growth experts know, leveraging AI can...
View ArticleThe Right Ways to Keep Your Salon Team Engaged
The Right Ways to Keep Your Salon Team Engaged If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why some salons seem to run like a well-oiled machine while others struggle to keep staff motivated and clients...
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