Practical advice for stylists ready to become salon owners — and stay healthy, happy, and successful along the way.
FeaturedYou delivered a beautiful result. The client smiled, hugged you, and promised they'd be back. So why haven't they rebooked? Before you question your talent, consider this: many clients leave for reasons that have nothing to do with your technical skills. From experience and communication to convenience and confidence, the answer may surprise you. Let's explore the real reasons clients disappear—and what you can do to become the stylist they can't imagine leaving.
June 11, 2026
FeaturedThinking About Going Solo? Booth Rent, Salon Suite, or Opening a Salon—Which Path Is Right for You?
June 11, 2026
FeaturedThe salon is busy. Your team is getting paid. So why are you still worrying about money? In this article, Jeanne Degen explores the "Payroll Paradox"—the frustrating reality many salon owners face when they're carrying the most responsibility but taking home the smallest reward. Discover why systems, pricing, service menus, and payroll structures matter more than working harder.
June 7, 2026
FeaturedDo you get a little uncomfortable recommending retail products to your clients? You're not alone. In this article, Jeanne Degen explores the "salesy shiver" that holds many beauty professionals back and reveals why retail isn't about selling—it's about serving. Learn how the right mindset can help you build trust, improve client results, and increase profitability.
June 7, 2026
FeaturedYour clients love the results, but they still don't come back. In this article, Jeanne Degen reveals the hidden cost of the "Rebooking Ghost" and why client retention has less to do with talent and more to do with professionalism, trust, and creating a long-term maintenance plan. Learn how to stop the leaks in your book and turn happy clients into loyal ones.
June 3, 2026
FeaturedYou can be incredibly talented behind the chair and still struggle to build a full book. In this article, Jeanne Degen shares the hard truth about the "Talent Trap" and why technical skills alone aren't enough for long-term success. Discover the business skills that beauty school often overlooks—and how mastering them can help you build a loyal clientele, increase profitability, and create a thriving salon career.
June 3, 2026
FeaturedPositive Salon Strategies helps salon professionals turn hard work into real profit. Through practical business training and mentorship, stylists and salon owners learn how to improve pricing, optimize services, and build sustainable, successful careers without working longer hours.
June 1, 2026
