TODD'S BLOG

Todd gives his view and vision on business. Read to get insight, tips, and tricks for your barbershop and/or salon.

reviewing staffing models, pricing updates, and operational plans to prepare their business for 2026

The Biggest Salon Trends Coming in 2026 (And How to Prepare)

By Todd Ford • November 17, 2025
Discover how employment models, pricing, and salon operations will shift in 2026, and what owners must do now to stay profitable.
Modern salon shop leveraging technology to enhance the client experience.

The Biggest Salon Trends Coming in 2026 (And How to Prepare)

By Todd Ford • November 10, 2025
Discover the biggest salon industry predictions for 2026 — from micro-education and AI to client expectations, technology upgrades, and hospitality trends every salon must prepare for.
A new salon is being set up with stations and tools organized before opening day.

What to Prepare Before Opening a Salon

By Todd Ford • November 3, 2025
Learn the essential steps to opening a successful salon: systems, pricing, planning, hiring, and foundations every new owner needs before opening day.
A senior stylist teaches haircut techniques to an apprentice in a salon.

How Salon Apprenticeships Solve Hiring Problems (And What Owners Get Wrong)

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.

What Commission Owners & Stylists Get Wrong (And How to Fix It)

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.

Why Suite and Booth Renters Struggle (and How to Fix It)

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.

How to Attract Stylists and Booth Renters by Leading With Experience

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.”

How to Improve Staff Retention in Your Salon

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

How to Balance Retention and New Client Acquisition in Your Salon

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

Booth Rental vs Commission Salons: The Real Costs Every Stylist Should Know

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.
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