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September 18, 2015
Salon Plaza Rockville: Meet Diana - Owner of Diana's Hair Design

"Diana, I always feel refreshed, like a new man, after every haircut! After 10 years I still look forward to getting my hair cut by you."
~ Stephen L.
Here’s her story…“In 1990 I got my cosmetology license. Why?

September 11, 2015
Salon Booth Renters: R U Ready 4 More Freedom Prosperity & Community?

Are you a cosmetologist who rents a booth? Or do you work as a salon employee? Either way, by now you might be wanting more freedom and control.
Maybe you’ve thought about owning your own salon. You’re just not sure how to go about it right.
Should you take the leap and live your dream… or play it safe and stay where you are now?
Which is best for you?
September 4, 2015
Salon Booth Renters: Your #1 Top Skill... It's Not What You Think!
AND.. No matter how good of a hairstylist, barber, nail tech or esthetician you are, when you are in business, you have to sell yourself.
Ugh!
For many salon booth renters, “SALES” is just a dirty word. We really don’t like to think we’re “selling”. Do you have an image of a salesman to hate?
Most of us can conjure up a negative image of a salesperson, including me... and as a business owner, I am one!
If you are a sal...
August 28, 2015
Hair Salons in District Heights MD: Salon Plaza Studios Available Now

Congratulations on your career as a salon professional. Here’s a toast to your creativity and commitment! Hi, I’m Toni Crowder, Area Leader for Salon Plaza Studios in District Heights, MD.
You know, the best time to look at your c...
August 21, 2015
Open a Salon with Salon Plaza: 10 Hidden Rules for Success

Over the years I've been priviledged to interview more than 55 of the most successful Salon Owners in VA and MD. These creative and prosperous cosmetologists run their own salon out of a Salon Plaza Studio.
Here's a countdown of the Top 10 insights they've shared:
Beware: These secr...
August 14, 2015
How To Open A Salon: 7 Steps For A FAST START To Success

Owning a salon will give you more freedom and control over the space where you work every day. You'll protect the 1 - 1 relationships with your clients you so carefully create.
Not to mention... make more money for yourself and your family. If you're wondering how to open a salon and be a success...
This Salon Owner Success...August 7, 2015
Salon Owner Stress Relief: 7 Best Ways: Clients & Family Will Thank U!

We get stressed out in all sorts of situations. For the most part, stress comes and goes. It can even be motivating...

July 27, 2015
How Can Salon Owners & Stylists Bring In More New Clients... FAST!?

What's the easiest way to get more new clients in your chair?
HINT:
You can do this anywhere you go There's no Social Media involved It won't cost you a pennyCurious? It's...

July 17, 2015
5 Keys To Run A Salon Business & Be A Mom: Make Your Dream Come True!

That's a question I get asked a lot.
I absolutely love what I do and how my life is flowing. This is usually my first answer to that question.
It's Nicole here... Let me clarify. I am a mom, a wife and I manage my own business. On top of that I stay involved with the school and church activities. Honestly, I am happy with it all!
No, I'm not a salon profe...
July 10, 2015
Salon Plaza Sterling Hair Designer Kathy Rowling - Color Genie & More!

“The first time I see them, they are my client… next time my friend. And when they keep coming back, they are family.”
Congratulations to Kathy Rowley, owner of Salon GoldnLOX at Salon Plaza Sterling VASalon Plaza's July Member of the Month, Kathy Rowley has been seeing clients for 37 years... some are third generation! That's because her clients become family. In fact, she’s booked out more than a year in advance.
Let’s hear from Kathy about her day-by-day, moment-to-mo...