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Hair salon stylist washing a client's hair at a backwash sink, illustrating licensed salon operations and client service standards

Salon Licenses and Permits: What You Actually Need Before You Open the Doors

A real, practical guide to salon licenses and permits, from cosmetology credentials to zoning, health inspections, and business registration.

8/13/2026
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Salon Loyalty Program: Types, Examples, and How to Build One That Works

Salon loyalty program types, real examples, and how to build one that boosts retention without gutting margins. Punch cards, points, tiers, and more.

8/13/2026
Salon receptionist answering phone calls and booking appointments at the front desk

How to Register a Salon in 8 Steps

Learn how to register a salon step by step, including business licenses, permits, cosmetology requirements, and the paperwork most new owners miss.

8/13/2026
Smiling entrepreneur standing outside a modern storefront before opening a new salon or small business, showcasing a welcoming retail location with high street visibility and curb appeal.

How to Choose a Salon Location: A Real-World Guide for Beauty Pros

Learn how to choose a salon location that works. Real advice on demographics, foot traffic, lease terms, and the mistakes to avoid before you sign.

8/6/2026
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What Is a Beauty Bar? The Business Model Explained

What is a beauty bar? A clear breakdown of the business model, revenue streams, membership structure, and how it differs from a full-service salon.

8/6/2026
A consultant reviewing a client's booking details on a tablet during a spa consultation, with wellness products displayed on the table nearby.

Beauty Business Automation Tools: What Saves You Time and What's Just Noise

A practical guide to beauty business automation tools that actually save time, from booking and reminders to CRM, inventory, and marketing workflows.

8/5/2026
missy megginson of Beauty Playbook talks the salon client journey

The Client Journey Ep 6: The Follow Up

Trust doesn't end when clients leave your chair. Missy Megginson shares how to stay top of mind after the appointment, without extra work.

8/7/2026
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How to Hire Salon Staff: A Step-by-Step Guide for Salon Owners

Learn how to hire salon staff the right way in 2026. A step-by-step guide to job posts, interviews, trial days, commission offers, and onboarding.

8/4/2026
Hair styling tools including blow dryer, brush, and mirror arranged on table with hair care products, ideal setup for a home-based freelance beauty business

How To Grow A Freelance Beauty Brand

Learn how to grow a freelance beauty brand with practical strategies for pricing, marketing, client retention, and building recurring income as an independent pro.

7/30/2026
female beauty salon stylists working at salon

How to Manage a Salon: A Complete Guide to Leading Your Team

Learn how to manage a salon with confidence: staff leadership, employee types, management styles, and the DOs and DON'Ts that actually keep your team.

7/29/2026
Salon owner styling a client's long wavy brunette hair while both share a laugh, illustrating the stylist-to-salon-owner client relationship

How to Go From Stylist to Salon Owner: What the Jump Actually Looks Like

Thinking of going from stylist to salon owner? Here's what the transition actually costs, the models to consider, and the mistakes to avoid.

7/28/2026
Beauty Playbook's Missy Megginson on the set of The Client Journey: Episode 4

The Client Journey With Missy Megginson, Ep 4: The The Power of Small Gestures

People book groceries in 30 seconds — is your booking process that easy? Missy Megginson breaks down what happens after a client finds you.

7/29/2026