The Big Question: Are Perms on the Rise, or Is It All Just a Myth?

Let’s cut straight to the chase – perms are absolutely on the rise, and anyone calling it a myth hasn’t been paying attention to what’s happening in salons across Australia right now! We’re seeing a genuine revolution in the perm game, and trust us, this isn’t your grandmother’s 1980s nightmare scenario we’re talking about. The […]

Grey Drops for Hair Color Secrets Revealed: What Experts Don’t Want You to Know

Let’s talk about one of the most game-changing products in our salon arsenal that honestly doesn’t get enough credit – grey drops! We’re talking about those little miracle workers that can transform your grey coverage from “meh” to absolutely phenomenal. And trust us, once you understand what these babies can really do, you’ll wonder how […]

Thinking about having an online booking system? by Joe Cignetti

Today I will go through some tips and tricks on what you need to make the experience work well for your client. Also go and test a few online and see how the experience is.   Client Experience Easy to Use: Your booking system should be extremely simple for clients to navigate, whether they’re using […]

Why Repeat Bookings Matter by Joe Cignetti

Repeat bookings aren’t just about numbers on the schedule; they are the backbone of a sustainable salon. A loyal client base means: Financial stability: Clients coming back regularly creates predictable revenue streams. Stylist security: A fuller column gives team members confidence that their income is consistent. Business growth: It costs less to retain a client […]

Managing Effective Stock Control to Prevent Running Out of Stock by Joe Cignetti

Effective stock control is one of the most important operational practices for any salon or retail business. Running out of stock not only interrupts daily operations but can also result in lost sales, frustrated staff, and disappointed clients. When a client expects their preferred product or colour to be available, not having it on hand […]

Fun Learning for Product Knowledge in the Salon by Joe Cignetti

Quiet moments in the salon are the perfect chance to turn downtime into a fun, engaging way to build product knowledge. Instead of sitting through long lessons, your team can learn in short, interactive bursts that feel more like games than training. One great way to do this is by turning knowledge into a quiz. […]

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