what does a client look for in a salon.day spa?
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from my personal experience..The two don't really mix well. So I would separate to two.. The vibes are on two different levels. The salon is really upbeat a little more louder music. The spa should have more of a serene atmosphere.
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The site looks, good - slick and functional but it perhaps lacks the bite needed to draw in customers.\n\nEssentially there is only a very short blurb on the home page about what you do. I'd recommend an additonal page that outlines what you can do for clients in more detail and where possible discuss some projects that you've previously worked on.
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Massages, absolutely.   And I do like a spa where there are saunas and whirlpools available.
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manage a beauty salon
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I suggest something light and natural for not just the eye's but the whole face. The bride is supposed to be a blushing bride.  Also I would go to someone that does airbrush makeup as it dries quickly and don't rub off. But then I think brides and bridesmaids deserve a day at the salon to have thier hair, makeup, and nails. Pamper yourself you deserve it!!!!
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find a massage school. they usually have inexpensive massage offered by their students. Same with haircuts...often beauty schools have "cheapy" days where they offer services by their students.
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You can read the article "How to Start a Hair and Salon Business" http://www.powerhomebiz.com/vol130/hairsalon.htm The article provides a solid introduction to the business, discussing points such as services you can offer, startup requirements, and success tips\n\nFor in-depth information, I suggest reading the following books (either borrow from your library or buy from your favorite bookstore)\n\n- Start Your Own Hair Salon and Day Spa by Eileen Figure Sandlin \n- 101 Media and Marketing Tips for Salon Owners... by Nanette Miner\n- Creating an Excellent Salon: A Guide to Business Practice for NVQ Level 3 and Higher Qualifications  \n- Milady's Standard System of Salon Skills: Hairdressing \n Beyond Beauty: Cosmetology Business Information and Resources  \n- Salonovations' Day Spa Operations  \n- Successful Salon Management\n\nStarting a small business takes a lot of courage. But, as they say, courage does not pay the bills. To be successful – to stay in business – you need more than courage. You need a combination of hard work, skill, perseverance, and lots of luck. \n\nSome things you need to consider:\n- "How can I support my family while I build up by business?" \n- "What are my abilities?" \n- "Is there a market for the product or service I have chosen?" \n- "How long will it take this business to reach the financial goal I have?" \n\nYou may want to read the article "How to Start a New Business Successfully" http://www.powerhomebiz.com/vol51/launch.htm , which lists six steps to launch a new business successfully:\n\n1. Provide a benefit.\n2. Determine the fit with your market.\n3. Right timing is everything\n4. Be ready to support your business\n5. Develop a blueprint for success\n6. Market, market, market\n\nI recommend that you read the following books:\n\n- What No One Ever Tells You About Starting Your Own Business : Real Life Start-Up Advice from 101 Successful Entrepreneurs \n- Starting From Scratch: How To Start A Business When You Don't Have Money \n- If You're Clueless About Starting Your Own Business and Want to Know More \n- On the Move : How to Succeed and Survive As an Entrepreneur \n- How to Make 1000 Mistakes in Business and Still Succeed
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You might want to check with the spa/ salon first.  I bought a friend a gift certificate for a massage at a spa with all-inclusive prices - that is, the price of the service included the tip.  On the one hand, that's bad, because it doesn't give the client the latitude to withhold a tip if the service is bad.  On the other, my friend didn't have to worry about coming up with money for the tip.\n\nVisit the spa/ salon's website (if it has one), or else call, make your appointment and ask the person who answers the phone about their pricing/tipping policies.  She or he will be happy to tell you, and probably gets asked this question often.\n\nEnjoy it!
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Ideally, what you need to do is think of yourself as a salesman.  Know as much about the business before going in as you can, so you can speak knowledgeably.\n\nRemember, in the back of their mind, the most important question is, 'What's in it for me?'  But, the answer to that is almost always more complex than $$.  Unless your designs are a runaway hit, they can't expect a huge cash influx, anyway.  What you offer (hopefully) is something to complement the salon experience for their customers.  Something that matches their customer's style.  \n\nAND, ideally, your work will visually enhance the decor of the salon, as well!  This may actually be your biggest hurdle; or, if you can creatively overcome it, your biggest strength!  How will your fashions be displayed in their space?  Have some ideas before you go in, but don't be afraid to ask the owner/manager if he/she has any ideas on how your creations could enhance the visual experience for their customers.\n\nI tried to cram a lot of thought into a quickly-typed response; feel free to contact me directly if you'd like to converse more.  Good luck!
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uhh being a massage therapist, you'd have to rub people all day long, so unless you have strong hands and dont mind rubbing on all types of people.. old... hairy... ugly... fat... stinky... then it wouldnt be too bad... and if you run your own massage place then you can choose who you work on.... legal secretary you'd more than likely be working for rich lawyer's who most the the time are pricks, but some of them can be nice... i have friends and family who have done both jobs.. and thus far the massage therapist one has worked out better...
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Spa's and beauty therapy.
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The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.\n\nI recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.\n\nAssociations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links. \n\nResearch, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:\n\n* Spa Business Strategies: A Plan for Success by Janet M. D'Angelo\n* SalonOvations' Day Spa Operations (S Business Series) by Erica Miller\n* Start Your Own Hair Salon and Day Spa by Eileen Figure Sandlin\n* 101 Media and Marketing Tips for Salon Owners, Stylists and Managers by Nanette Miner\n* Successful Salon Management, 5E by Edward Tezak\n* Beyond Beauty: Cosmetology Business Information and Resources by Janie Buchanan\n\nThere are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.\n\nHope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
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I think a tanning business will be real good in any locations. Especially if you offer membership fee for a month. specially if you have a hair salon, nail salon in their because a lot of youn girls, ladies will come for all of these plus the tanning salon. Remember you want your price to be lower than someone else that has a tanning salon in the area. Plus have different ideas to get your clients to come. Don't matter if there are 3 in your area just be creative and different and cheaper # 1 goal.
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As long as you're licensed in the state in which you are seeking clients (some people aren't), I would recommend checking with chiropractors and at figure salons. Give free talks about massage to the Optomists, Rotary club and Chamber of Commerse. Also, put an ad in the paper offering discounts for multiple massages, or couples. Write an article about massage and offer it as filler to the local paper. Offer massage at all the senior citizen places. (Remember, seniors are more delicate, so you have to go easy.)Lots of massage therapists make a wonderful living by specializing in massaging seniors. My Dad's masseuse got Christmas bonuses from her clients adding up into the thousands. She was really terrific. She was the only one of his caregivers that he remembered in his will. Do you know what she did with the money? She sent flowers to his children and his sister. You could be as beloved as our Marnny. She works 30 hours a week massaging seniors and makes a good 60K+ per year. Use your imagination. There are probably hundreds of other ways to promote your  business. Have you thought about donating a massage to a fundraiser in exchange for the names and phone numbers of the people who entered the drawing? Do you offer "M"bucks for referrals? (That's massage bucks, good for application toward a massage.) How about offering coupon books as gifts for friends and relatives? You could make a killing around this time of the year, because what do you get the guy who has everything?? Have you spoken to Human Resources Directors at local stress-inducing businesses? What a wonderful benefit to receive as a reward for a job well done! You could wind up with more business than you can handle! (That's when you raise your prices and hire help!) If you have a portable massage chair, what about traveling massages for executives? That's just a few ideas. I hope you do well in your search for clients!
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Hi Joy,\n\nSome possibilities that you may or may not have tried:\n\n* Referral program for existing customers\n\n* VIP program for high-value customers\n\n* Value-add services, such as pedicure, massage, etc - you could do this in partnership with other specialists\n\n* Free initial consultation with $x worth of treatment at no obligation\n\n* Regular 'maintenance' plan - ie: fixed price per month for a range of regular services/treatments\n\nThese are just a few ideas without knowing you or your particular salon or customers.\n\nEssentially, you should develop a marketing plan. You may find it hard to start the process, but once you get going you will find it easier to finish. You need to identify your key target markets and then establish the most effective way of attracting those people to your business.\n\nThe key to this is providing an unforgettable level of service, so people are reluctant to leave your premises and will tell others how fantastic your service is.\n\nAll the best of luck with it and whatever you do stick with it. Each success will provide you with more strength to continue.\n\nCheers\nAlister\nhttp://www.marketscience.com.au
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If you are in a school for massage they should instruct students in all aspects concerning the massage treatment for a client. This topic is obviously very important because first impressions are important and this topic should have been covered by your instructors or in a book or some type covering customer relations.However I would think it would be good for you to behave in a professional friendly manner to your client and smile and state your name to the client and ask how they are today and escort the client to the massage area to do the massage. Good luck. Nuf said .