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Inspiration: Alli Webb from Drybar

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A decade ago, full-time mom, Alli Webb noticed a gap in the beauty market: there was no place that just focused on blow-drying hair. Now with more than 100 locations, Drybar is a testament to Webb’s motto: Focus on one thing and be the best at it. Listen to her story here: Source: https://www.npr.org/2018/07/18/630168776/drybar-alli-webb
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Free SMSs For Online Bookings

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Online bookings are a big part of what we offer to all of our customers. While online bookings are not a requirement, they are a great way to get new customers and let existing ones book an appointment, 24/7. When a customer makes an online booking, the stylist, or staff member receives a notification via…
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How To Start A Salon Or Spa

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1) Starting a spa and salon business in SA From trendy hair salons to corner nail bars, this comprehensive guide will show you how to start the salon or day spa you’ve always dreamed of. Since the dawn of the new millennium, the stock market has been in a freefall and the economy has been…
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New Feature: Gift Cards / Vouchers

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Gift cards are a fantastic way to reward your customers or even increase your client base. Historically, gift cards have been issued on pieces of paper or written down manually with little or no control. Over the past few months, we have had an overwhelming amount of requests for gift cards to be added as…
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How To Prevent Client No-Shows

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One of the most common complaints we get when speaking with salon and spa owners is client ‘no-shows’. We’ve all been there… a client calls to make an expensive, time-consuming treatment with you, you prepare for their appointment and have even had to turn away other business. The day of their appointment comes only to see them…
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4 Tips To Keep Your Staff Motivated Through Summer

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While everyone else is spending their summer on the beach or on vacation, you might notice your staff begin to feel a little unmotivated or ‘trapped’ in their life indoors. This leads to staff getting agitated and this could filter into their work or attendance. With clients spending more time out and about, they want…
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How To Increase Bookings Without a Receptionist

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Megan owns a nail salon in Cape Town and for the last few years has relied on WhatsApp and phone calls to accept bookings from her clients. In her salon, the phone rings and no one answers. Megan is busy with clients and cannot always come to the phone. Hiring a receptionist is an expense she…
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5 Ways to Market Your Salon Like a Pro

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Looking for new salon clients? Need more business for your spa? Starting out as a hair or beauty freelancer? It’s the burning question on everyone’s lips, yet attracting new customers can seem like an impossible marketing task at times. Let’s go through some quick and easy ways you can stand out and start growing your…
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New Feature: SMS Marketing

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We have had an overwhelming request for the ability to send bulk SMSs to your client base. Having the ability to send out specials, promotions, or general notifications about your business keep your clients up to date with the latest happenings and ultimately, increases your turnover. With this in mind, it is with great excitement that…
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4 Top Customer Service Tips for Salons and Spas

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Owning a salon or spa means that you are in the client services industry first and the beauty industry second. People always remember how they are treated and the success of your business could depend on how your customers feel when they leave your salon or spa! Here are 4 easy tips to help you improve…
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