Jon Gonzales, Author at Hairdresser Career Development Systems

About Jon

Jon Gonzales, well known spa & salon consultant, enjoys sharing his real world knowledge of salon success, salon management and hairdresser & salon marketing strategies. He has been in the beauty industry for over 40 years. You're Invited To Learn To Build And Grow A Successful Business In Las Vegas With Jon, This May 15th, 16th. Also read Jon's business and success tips on Facebook.

It’s Time for Unity among Salon Owners

It's Time for Unity among Salon Owners For too long salon owners have been in isolation in trying to battle the many deep rooted challenges and obstacles to running a successful and profitable business. Combating staff turnover, price and commission wars, staff pirating, inability to find quality hairdressers, lack of an on job apprenticeship training program, rising business costs…the list goes on and on. Now is the time for unity among salon owners. It’s time that we address these challenges that are affecting our salons [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2009-11-30T22:50:39-08:00November 30th, 2009|

A Practical Guide for Hairstylists to Prosper in Today’s Economy

In my last installment, "Today’s Tough Economy: Crisis…or Opportunity?", I discussed the importance of maintaining a positive attitude in the face of adversity. And our industry certainly has its share of adversities today! From price and commission wars to poor salon management, from finding the marketing dollars to keep the clients coming in and staying competitive…. And this doesn’t even begin to speak of the state of our current economy! It’s no wonder hairstylists, especially those newer in the business, are quitting or switching careers [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2022-04-11T15:03:19-07:00March 12th, 2009|

Guide for Salon Owners to Prosper in Today’s Economy

In my last installment, “Today’s Tough Economy: Crisis…or Opportunity?”, I discussed the importance of maintaining a positive attitude in the face of adversity. And our industry certainly has its share of adversities today! From price and commission wars to staff pirating and high turnover, from problems with booth rental to finding the marketing dollars to keep the clients coming in and your hairstylists loyal…. And this doesn’t even begin to speak of the state of our current economy! It’s no wonder salons are closing their [Click here to read full article...]

Jon2021-09-30T12:06:07-07:00March 6th, 2009|

Welcome to Jon’s Blog

I urge all my fellow hairdressers and salon owners to voice their concerns and opinions. In order to remain objective and focused on your educational needs, I represent no special interest groups. I need your support. It is time to take back our profession! - Jon Gonzales/ President and Founder of Hairdresser Career Development Systems

Jon2008-12-23T21:25:23-08:00December 23rd, 2008|

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