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Human Resources

Managing a staff is one of the greatest challenges of running a tanning salon. Interaction with employees spans the interview and hiring process to training, motivating, providing incentives or commission, paying, promoting and sometimes even firing a team member.

Salon Staff May Need Dress-Code Help – Or a Uniform

Many of today’s young salon workers need training on appropriate work attire – especially when a more casual dress code is allowed. ...More
June 29, 2011
Posted in Articles
Salon Case Study: Incentive Cards

With salon owners needing to make the most of their budgets, customized incentive cards can help build business, employee loyalty and brand awareness. ...More
June 23, 2011
Posted in Blog
Keeping Up with the Vigilante Consumer

Competition, the economy and the Internet have created a buyer’s market – which requires salons to be more intentional in attracting and retaining customers. ...More
June 23, 2011
Posted in Articles
Salon Back Injury Prevention

No matter how fit you are or how limited your physical labor, the potential for back injuries in the salon should always influence good decision-making. ...More
June 21, 2011
Posted in Blog, Operations
Salon Owner Challenge: Delegation

Whether it’s a matter of trust or quality control, many small-business owners have a hard time releasing responsibilities to their staff. ...More
June 20, 2011
Posted in Articles, Operations
Managing Multiple Customers

5 tips for juggling customers, callers and walk-ins ...More
June 8, 2011
Posted in Articles, Operations
Conflict Resolution Tips for Salon Staff

In life – and tanning salon management – conflict is inevitable; however, there are ways to address and resolve it less painfully. ...More
June 1, 2011
Posted in Articles, Operations
Boost Employee Performance by Developing a Culture of Trust

If your employees don’t trust you or their managers, they won’t feel safe – which leads to a lot of time spent covering their butts. (Hint: This is terrible for business!) ...More
May 26, 2011
Posted in Articles, Operations
In Mom & Pop Industries, Professional Teams Thrive

As a salon owner, it may be tempting to try to build a sense of family with your staff – the trouble is, running a professional business demands something different. ...More
May 13, 2011
Posted in Articles, Operations
From Zero to Hero: How Do Others Perceive You?

As a salon owner, much of your success rides on the healthy image you project – and how accurately it matches your true well-being. ...More
May 12, 2011
Posted in Blog