Hair Salon Pro Blog
Expert advice on pricing, marketing, and business growth for salon owners and stylists, by Scott Farmer.
Quick Answer: Build salon clientele without social media using a referral system: ask at the reveal when clients are still in the…
Last updated: June 23, 2026 HSP Original Data: Real Coaching ROI Scott Farmer spent $15,247 on five coaching programs over 15 years.…
Quick Answer: A salon owner grossing $120,000 a year does not take home $120,000. After rent, product costs, insurance, self-employment tax (15.3%),…
Quick Answer: Salon back bar costs should run 8% to 12% of your service revenue. Most salons run 15% to 22% because…
Last updated: July 6, 2026 My name is Scott Farmer. Salon email marketing is the most ignored revenue tool behind the chair.…
Quick Answer: Does an independent stylist need an LLC? No, you are not legally required to form an LLC. The IRS treats…
Last updated: June 2026 Quick Answer: The three salon policies most likely to push away good clients are zero-tolerance cancellation enforcement with…
TL;DR In my experience the average salon retail revenue percentage runs 8% to 12% of total revenue, with most independent stylists and…
Quick Answer: How do you set up Google Business Profile for your salon? Go to business.google.com, claim or create your listing, then…
Quick Answer: Managing salon employees starts with replacing friendship-based leadership with 6 clear systems: an employee handbook, weekly 15-minute huddles, performance benchmarks…