Hair Salon Pro Blog
Expert advice on pricing, marketing, and business growth for salon owners and stylists — by Scott Farmer.
Quick Answer: Vagaro is the better salon-specific platform for most stylists. Square Appointments is the better starting point if you already run…
Quick Answer: The slow season is a math problem, not a scheduling problem. The fix is locking appointments in before the quiet…
I’ve been behind the chair for over 30 years. I opened JScott Salon, built my own independent clientele as Scott Farmer Hair…
Last updated: July 6, 2026 Quick Answer: A hybrid salon model combines commission-based employees and independent booth renters in the same salon.…
TL;DR Raising prices with existing clients is harder than setting them for new ones. Your regulars remember exactly what they used to…
Quick Answer: Charging for salon consultations works when the consultation itself requires skilled professional time, such as color corrections, extensions, or chemical…
Quick Answer: When to leave commission for a salon suite comes down to two numbers: your monthly service revenue and your portable…
The first time I fired someone at JScott Salon, I did everything by feel. No written warning. No policy on paper. Just…
Quick Answer: The best hairstylist interview questions dig into three things: skill, culture fit, and business sense. Ask about their rebooking rate,…
I lost a great stylist once because of a $40 supply reimbursement I forgot to hand back. She never brought it up.…