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Tips, tricks and tools to help salon and barbershop owners & professionals navigate the world of business

A senior stylist teaches haircut techniques to an apprentice in a salon.
By Todd Ford October 27, 2025
Salon apprenticeships help owners grow skilled, loyal stylists from within. Learn how to structure an apprenticeship program, avoid common mistakes, and build a strong hiring pipeline that supports your salon’s long-term growth.
Growth strategies during a team meeting.
By Todd Ford October 20, 2025
Commission salon owners and stylists often clash—but it’s fixable. Learn how clarity, accountability, and leadership transform communication, retention, and revenue inside your salon.
By Todd Ford October 13, 2025
Freedom without structure leads to chaos. Here’s how to fix it before it’s too late. 
Modern salon interior with inviting décor, symbolizing culture and experience over commission rates.
By Todd Ford October 6, 2025
Learn how to attract stylists and booth renters by leading with culture, mentorship, and experience—not commission percentages.
Clean and modern hair salon interior, illustrating culture and environment that help retain staff.”
By Todd Ford September 29, 2025
Discover proven salon staff retention strategies. Build culture, reduce turnover, and keep stylists long-term with systems that actually work.
A clean salon can attract and retain clients
By Todd Ford September 16, 2025
Discover salon retention and acquisition strategies that boost growth, keep loyal clients, and bring in new ones. Build a thriving salon business.
Modern salon interior with chairs and mirrors, illustrating the booth rental vs commission debate in
By Todd Ford September 9, 2025
Booth rental vs commission salons: discover the hidden costs, risks, and opportunities in both models. Learn what stylists need to know before choosing.
Modern salon interior representing evolution, innovation, and growth strategies for salon businesses
By Todd Ford September 2, 2025
Discover why evolution beats complacency in salon growth. Learn the hidden costs of stagnation and practical ways to keep your salon profitable and thriving.
Modern salon interior representing long-term client growth without discounts.
By Todd Ford August 25, 2025
Stop discounting your salon services. Discover proven strategies to build a loyal clientele through rebooking, referrals, and hospitality-driven marketing.
Client checking out, illustrating strategic price increases and client experience.
By Todd Ford August 18, 2025
Learn how to raise salon prices without losing clients. Ditch $5/3% myths, use strategic percentages, and communicate 1:1 to protect profit and keep loyalty.
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