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Phil Jackson discusses how to build salon targets based on desired profit rather than turnover to ensure financial success.
Are your salon targets being hit, but there's still no money in the bank? Many salon owners focus on turnover, hoping profit will magically appear, only to be left disappointed. This common mistake can leave you working harder with little to show for it. In this episode, Phil Jackson reveals how to flip the script and build your salon targets based on the profit you actually want, ensuring every number on your board works for your business. MAIN CONTENT: * THE PROFIT-FIRST TARGET SYSTEM * **Start with Desired Profit:** Don't chase turnover. Decide how much profit you want your salon to make in the next three months, covering both owner reward and retained business reserves for investment and security. * **Calculate Required Turnover:** Divide your desired profit by your net profit margin to determine the exact turnover needed. For example, £15,000 profit with a 15% margin requires £100,000 turnover (£15,000 / 0.15). Know your real margin; guessing will undermine your strategy. * **Break Down Seasonally:** A quarterly target isn't simply divided by three. Identify busy, tough, and average months based on historical data. Adjust monthly targets accordingly (e.g., August £25k…
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