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Tips on Improving Staff Performance and Productivity

'The salon owner who is able to create conditions that foster loyalty will be presented with countless opportunities." As I travel the country I am always asked how I can improve staff performance and productivity. Establishing strong work habits and positive attitudes within your salon is a major challenge to salon owners. Many of these attitudes were probably formed by other salons or at many of our beauty schools. Most salons fail from within. A house divided will make it difficult to promote [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2021-09-30T11:59:03-07:00July 13th, 2012|

Six Tips on What it Takes to Succeed

Six Tips on What it Takes to Succeed

" A formal education will make you a living; self-education will make you a fortune." -Brian Tracey As I travel throughout the United States and Canada, presenting my business and personal growth classes, I am always asked the same questions, how can I reach higher levels of excellence in the beauty profession? Why do some hairdressers and salons always seem to succeed, while others just get by? How do I raise my standard of living? How can I overcome burnout? How do I build [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2022-04-12T09:45:48-07:00June 23rd, 2012|

Tips for Developing Your Salon Coordinator

Tips for Developing Your Salon Coordinator

" The easiest way to find more time is to organize and delegate." Have you ever felt overwhelmed as a salon owner due to time restraints? There always seems to be little time to meet the challenges of salon ownership. How do I monitor customer feedback? How do I find time to monitor staff performance? How do I find time to balance my personal life and business? How to I find time to promote and market my salon? How do I find time to [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2022-04-12T09:35:51-07:00April 27th, 2012|

Education Tips for Hairdressers

Education Tips for Hairdressers

" Some of the best lessons we learn,will be learned from our mistakes and failures." Building a successful hairdressing career will require patience, perseverance, ongoing education and a fierce determination to succeed. With over 40 years’ experience I certainly understand the many challenges of building a successful hairdressing career; I also know the rewards of success. The following educational tips will help you overcome the many peaks and valleys to your growth and development, as you climb the ladder of success. [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2021-09-30T11:59:03-07:00April 14th, 2012|

Overcoming the Challenges of Salon Ownership

Overcoming the Challenges of Salon Ownership

"When facing difficulties and adversity, one must never lose sight of our successes." I am well aware of the many challenges of salon ownership. For over 43 years I also faced the same challenges you face as salon owners, but I also have been able to enjoy the benefits of owning my own business. I certainly know about the peaks and valleys of owning your own business. I am sure that everything that has happened to you has happened to me over the years, [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2022-04-12T09:23:53-07:00December 11th, 2011|

8 Tips On Combating a Tough Economy

8 Tips On Combating a Tough Economy

" There is no failure except in no longer trying." - Elbert Hubbard Owning your own business can be daunting especially after the holidays during a slow economy. Why is it that some salons thrive in a good and tough economy? Why is it that some salons are thriving while others are struggling just to survive? There are many reasons, poor staff selection, poor planning, salon gossip and pettiness, lack of leadership skills, poor business management skills and the list goes on and on. Unfortunately [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2011-12-04T00:34:27-08:00December 4th, 2011|

Five Tips on How to Define Your Terms of Employment

Five Tips on How to Define Your Terms of Employment

" Employee training includes the clear communication of expectations and evaluation procedures." - Jon Gonzales "I'm always asked the same questions by salon owners. How do I deal with a problem employee who refuses to be part of my team? How do I deal with salon gossip and pettiness? How do I avoid staff turnover? How do I improve staff performance and productivity? The list of questions goes on and on. First of all I do not believe hairdressers perform poorly on purpose. Most of [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2022-04-12T09:27:49-07:00November 13th, 2011|

Honesty and a Code of Ethics

Honesty and a Code of Ethics

" There is no substitute for basic honesty and integrity in one's life." Many hairdressers and salon owners are experiencing many challenges in trying to provide a better life for themselves and their families. In order to raise our standard of living and make this a reality, we must join together as professionals and address a topic that is hurting our salons, our profession, and our livelihoods. The purpose of this message is to combat turnover and help bridge the gap between salon owners and [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2011-09-24T23:02:22-07:00September 24th, 2011|

Five Tips for Improving Staff Performance

"The main ingredient of stardom is the rest of the team." John Wooden Five Tips for Improving Staff Performance One of the biggest challenges of owning a hair/spa salon business is improving staff performance and productivity. It starts with the owner. Excellence does start at the top. Before you can manage others you must be able to manage yourself if you want to earn the trust and respect of your team. Managing people who share your vision and goals can be daunting. The question [Click here to read full article...]

hcds4you342022-04-12T09:08:59-07:00April 15th, 2011|

Six Steps on How to Communicate with Your Hairdresser

" To listen is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well." John MarshallA message to your customers!I am sharing an excerpt from my salon newsletter that we sent to our customers:Lack of communication between client and hairdresser is one of the main causes of customer dissatisfaction. A clear dialogue between hairdresser and client is essential in finding a look that is uniquely just right for you.At Chez Jon Hair Salon we listen to our clients' requests then offer our expert [Click here to read full article...]

hcds4you342022-04-12T08:49:36-07:00December 11th, 2010|

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