Beauty Business Strategies

Join us as we sit down with Eva DuPont from Infiniti HR and Heather Watkins, a waxing studio owner thriving with Human Resources support, to uncover the invaluable benefits of HR services for even the smallest of beauty businesses. Hear firsthand how HR expertise not only ensures compliance with essential laws but also acts as a vital safety net during challenging situations, like when a viral social media mishap strikes. Heather shares her journey with Infiniti HR, proving that tailored HR s...

On this episode, we sit down with seasoned tax attorney, Tina Azarvand, as she shares expert tax strategies tailored specifically for beauty entrepreneurs. From exploring the benefits and drawbacks of sole proprietorships, LLCs, and S-Corps to emphasizing the importance of proactive tax planning, Tina equips you with the insights needed to optimize your tax obligations and compliance. She delves into the specifics of S-Corp salary requirements and new filing mandates under the Corporate Trans...

In this episode, we're diving into financial stability in the beauty industry with our insightful chat featuring Randi Rose, co-founder of Thrive Business Services. Discover why relying solely on increased sales won't cure your financial woes, and learn how meticulous bookkeeping can transform your business. Randi shares indispensable advice on managing costs, understanding proper pricing strategies, and tracking income and expenses to stay within budget. This episode is packed with essential...

Join us as we chat with Sarah McGee, the innovative owner of Thirty Hair Salon in Columbia, Maryland. Sarah, a second-generation hairstylist, opens up about her unique journey and the effective hiring strategies that set her salon apart. Discover how she leverages a strong team culture to not only attract top talent but also ensure long-term success in leadership and business growth. You'll learn Sarah's meticulous hiring process that ensures the right fit for a team-oriented business. Her i...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by financial statements and unsure what they tell you about your business? Join us as we strip away the complexities of financial literacy with Strategies' Director of Coaching and Educator, Daryl Jenkins. In this episode, we break down three critical financial documents every beauty business owner needs to be familiar with into simple, digestible concepts. By likening these financial documents to chapters in a book, you'll learn how each one tells a vital part ...

On this episode, Kelly Swann joins the pod to share how she created a salon environment that's not just cutting-edge (Hello, Certified B Corporation!) but a nurturing ground for awesome company culture. Kelly's salon, Let Em Have It in Denver, CO has blended camaraderie with individual flair, earning them a spot among the prestigious Salon Today Top 200 for Culture in 2024. Join the conversation to peel back the layers of Kelly's hiring strategy, which focuses on value alignment over pure s...

On this episode, we sit down with Michell Bartlein, owner of Savoye Salon in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Certified Strategies Coach, and recent Salon Today Top 200 winner in the Culture category. Michelle shares her personal journey of transforming Savoye Salon into a thriving community where team members are valued as equals, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and innovation. From annual retreats that reinforce trust to a brand identity that unites rather than divides, get ready to...

On this episode, Leslie Winterrowd, a seasoned salon owner and Certified Strategies Coach, joins us to share her wealth of knowledge on recruiting and hiring service providers that fit your salon/spa. Together, we dissect the nuanced art of crafting job postings that don't just speak to the skill set but resonate with the core values and culture that make your salon/spa stand out. Leslie's insights are a game-changer, shifting the focus from dangling carrots like pay to connecting with the as...