The Value of Connection
I’m new to town. I moved to Kansas City about six months ago and I have just recently started at a new salon. But getting
September 1, 2021
To Rent, or Not to Rent: Salon Booth Rental vs. Commission
Being a licensed professional in the Salon, Spa and Barber industry leaves you with options galore. Commission, hourly, team based pay and being your own
May 7, 2021
Challenges, Growth and Change: Revelations From Our Owner
2020, THE YEAR OF CHANGE Late winter of 2020 we were faced with the kind of problem we’ve dreamed of having. With over 250 employers,
November 1, 2020
Going Backwards? Rental –> Commission
CAREER TRANSITIONS AND CHANGES When we get to a place of renting we have “arrived”, it is an indicator of success and a level of
March 2, 2020
More Chairs Than Hair Stylists
Opportunity is everywhere… I often wonder when the shift occurred between just enough chairs, suites, rooms and jobs for our industry to what is now
February 28, 2020
The Suite Bubble
The allure of a private space to serve your nerve wracked, Covid paranoid clients is a very real thing. Autonomy, self-reliance and privacy rule in
January 21, 2020
Kansas City Industry Education Instructors CONTEST
Salonspa Connection recently had a contest in which cosmetology, esthetic, barber, nail and massage instructors were nominated for greatness. The outpouring of kindness was overwhelming.
December 1, 2019
Hybrid Employment Model
The Hybrid model of Salons, Spas and Barbershops are a blend of hourly, commission, 1099 and or rental employment options all in one place of
November 26, 2019
Collaboration and Connection Over Competition
Owner Meetups Salonspa Connection has now held TWO super fun, very unique owner’s meetups in Kansas City. The desire to share, connect and collaborate with
November 12, 2019
First Salon Industry Headhunter
HEADHUNTER- Susan Wos This was a term I had shied away from in the beginning…now I embrace it and consider it a compliment. Employment in
October 1, 2019
Importance of Establishing Salon Culture
Salon culture and a feeling of identity is vital to long term success. With as many options as there are all over the city, you
July 5, 2019
History of Salonspa Connection
For years, my salon was filled with people all day long. There was ALWAYS someone to talk with and something that needed to be done.
April 9, 2019
