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Start the New Year in your Own Salon Suite!
The start of the new year is a great time to evaluate where you currently are and where you want to be. If you have been dreaming about owning your salon, but too nervous to take the leap… let 2023 be the year you bet on yourself!
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Suite Spotlight - Rita Hanna
This month our suite spotlight is on Rita Hanna, Owner of Rita BeautyDoll Studio! Rita specializes in glam makeup and bridal services! Keep reading to learn more about what Rita loves most about 7 Salon Suites and being an independent beauty professional.
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Tips to Boost your Retail Sales this Holiday Season
Selling retail products should always be a priority in your business but it’s even more important during the holiday season! If you are like most beauty professionals, you are probably seeing more clients than ever during this time … this give you a great opportunity to increase your bottom line without spending more time in the salon.
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Suite Spotlight - RDH Hair Co.
This month our suite spotlight is on Arlene Hale, Owner of RDH Hair Co! Keep reading to learn more about what Arlene loves most about 7 Salon Suites and being an independent beauty professional.
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How to Transition from Commission to Independent
If you’re thinking about going solo, Here are a few tips to make your transition from commission to independent a little smoother:
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Suite Spotlight - Millie & Maz Co.
This month our suite spotlight is on Millie & Maz Co. in our Downtown Dearborn location! Millie & Maz is co-owned by Amal (Millie) Faour and her husband Maz. Millie works side by side with Huda Almaklani and they both specialize in color, hair extensions, brazilian blowouts and keratin treatments. Keep reading to learn more about what Millie loves most about being an independent beauty professional:
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Salon Suite FAQs
Salon suites have become one of the fastest-growing trends in the beauty industry and for good reason! Salon suites offer many benefits, including flexibility, increased freedom and the opportunity to be your own boss. Check out some of the most common questions that we get from our current and potential beauty professionals:
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Suite Spotlight - Glam Lab
This month our suite spotlight is on Lina Najib and Katherine Berishaj, co-owners of The Glam Lab in our Shelby Township (Utica) location! Katherine and Lina specialize in all things brows (waxing, tinting, lamination), make-up, lashes, and more! Keep reading to learn more about what Lina and Katherine love most about 7 Salon Suites and being an independent beauty professionals!
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How to Keep your Clients Coming Back
The beauty industry is extremely competitive so it’s important to understand how to increase client retention to ensure long term business growth. Keep reading for a few tips to keep your clients coming back for more:
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Suite Spotlight - AK Artistry
This month our suite spotlight is on Anwar Shaya, Owner of AK Artistry! Anwar is a Bellami hair extension specialist and also specializes in dimensional balayage. Anwar’s salon suite is located in our Shelby Township location! Keep reading to learn more about what Anwar loves most about 7 Salon Suites and being an independent beauty professional.
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Salon Suite Décor Inspiration
Decorating your salon suite is one of the most fun and exciting parts about being a salon suite owner! Keep reading for some of our best tips on how to create a beautiful space for you and your clients to enjoy.
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Suite Spotlight - Slate Hair Co.
This month our suite spotlight is on Slate Hair Co! Slate Hair Co. is co-owned by Bryanna Kruse and Maddie Pusdesris. They specialize in blondes, event styling, and extensions. Their beautiful window suite is located in our Downtown Dearborn location! Keep reading to learn more about what Bryanna and Maddie love most about 7 Salon Suites and being an independent beauty professionals.
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Suite Spotlight - Jenna Agemy
This month our suite spotlight is on Jenna Agemy! Jenna is located in suite 4 of our downtown Dearborn location. Keep reading to learn more about what Jenny loves most about 7 Salon Suites and being an independent beauty professional.
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How to Grow your Beauty Business
As an independent beauty professional, it may seem overwhelming thinking about how to grow your business, and do all the marketing stuff. It really doesn’t have to be stressful or overwhelming. There are small things you can do everyday to help achieve your business goals and keep your salon flourishing.
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Suite Spotlight - Snyder Studio
This month our suite spotlight is on Snyder Studio! Jenny owns Snyder Studio located in suite 5 our downtown Dearborn location.
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7 Promo Ideas to Increase your Clientele
Running promotions are one of the best ways to increase your overall sales, bring in new customers, and bring more attention (brand awareness) to your business! Keep reading for some creative promotional ideas to help boost your beauty business!
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Salon Suite Popularity on the Rise
If you are in the beauty industry, you’ve probably noticed more and more salon suites popping up over the past few years. Salon suites offer independent beauty professionals the chance to open their own business without the high overhead costs associated with opening their own stand alone location. So, why are salon suites becoming so popular?
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Instagram Marketing Tips for your Beauty Business
Love it or hate it, Instagram is one of the most important tools you can use in the independent beauty business. Thanks to its 1 billion active monthly users, Instagram is one of the best channels for promoting your business. Keep reading for a few ideas that will help you market your business effectively.
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7 Steps to Success
Whether you are just starting to think about transitioning to a salon suite as an independent beauty professional or have been independent for awhile now, these 7 steps to success should help give you some ideas on how to build or improve your business.
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Suite Signage Inspo
Adding custom signage to your suite is a great way to brand your business! Here is some beautiful salon signage to help inspire you!