The Weekly Team Meeting That Actually Runs Your Salon

The Weekly Team Meeting That Actually Runs Your Salon

How a short, data driven weekly meeting can boost retention and accountability in your salon by managing the team with real numbers instead of gut feelings.
June 20, 2026 — Matt Beck
The Money Hiding in Your Color Bowl: Backbar Cost Control in 2026

The Money Hiding in Your Color Bowl: Backbar Cost Control in 2026

Overmixing color and ignoring backbar cost quietly drains thousands a year. Here is how to track product cost per service and protect your salon profit.
June 15, 2026 — Matt Beck
Stop Losing New Talent: The First Year Onboarding Roadmap Every Salon Needs

Stop Losing New Talent: The First Year Onboarding Roadmap Every Salon Needs

New stylists quit when there is no plan. Here is a first year onboarding roadmap that builds skill, confidence and a full book before they walk.
The Deposit Conversation That Saves Your Salon Thousands a Year

The Deposit Conversation That Saves Your Salon Thousands a Year

No shows quietly drain tens of thousands from the average salon every year. Here is how deposits and a clear cancellation policy stop the bleeding.
Should Your Salon Go Gratuity-Free? Here Is What You Need to Know

Should Your Salon Go Gratuity-Free? Here Is What You Need to Know

The no-tip salon model is gaining real traction in 2026. Here is how it works, what the benefits are, and how to decide if it is right for your business.
Stop Filling Chairs and Start Building Careers

Stop Filling Chairs and Start Building Careers

The salons winning at retention in 2026 aren't just paying more. They're building real career paths. Here's what that actually looks like in practice.
Strategic Pricing: The Math Behind a Confident Price Increase

Strategic Pricing: The Math Behind a Confident Price Increase

How to raise your salon prices without losing clients. A math-based pricing approach for stylists and salon owners in 2026.
May 25, 2026 — Matt Beck