I always joke that I am a 'right brain' and my husband is a 'left brain' so together we are a WHOLE BRAIN!
Stylists are stylists... not usually very business strong. While I know there are exceptions, those of us who primarily use the right side of our brains (the creative side) are not the best with numbers or organization. Which is why we need to surround ourselves with a support system that can make up for our inadequacies.
I worked with a Cosmetology School in Dallas Texas. It was owned by two men... a hairdresser and a CPA. They were brothers, and obviously loved and respected one another, but they could not be more different.
I remember the 'business brother' once telling me that the school would never function if just one of them were in charge. His brother had thought of some big plans for a water fountain in the middle of the school floor. He had laughed because while it would have looked so awesome... he had not thought about the cost of such a project.
I know that personally I struggle with organizing things involving records, paperwork, and accounting information. Which is why in my opinion... many salons struggle. It's the business side of things. I can do fabulous work... better than most even!... and still fail if the business needs are not being met.
I think a great tool to solve those obstacles is salon software. Simply Sharp salon software was created as a solution for those inadequacies. It does the work for me! Online books, appointment reminders, product and inventory information, close out and reporting, and even goal tracking!
Keeping your business professional is extremely important. Have relationships with clients... but keep your business professional! Managing your salon and streamlining things onto your computer or iPhone shows your clients that they are important to you. Important enough to invest in their business... and ultimately your business.
While there are many different solutions... try a free demo of Simply Sharp and look into the many benefits! Start saving your salon time and money today!
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