Get Their Attention Without the “D” Word

Posted by laura.sherrod on Thursday Apr 26, 2012 Under Uncategorized

If discounting is not ultimately the best for your bottom line, how can you draw more attention to your products and services and entice customers to buy?  Here are a few ideas for promoting without the discount.  Read More

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Discounting: The Trip You Don’t Want to Take

Posted by laura.sherrod on Tuesday Apr 24, 2012 Under Uncategorized

Although it may net you “instant gratification” on the front end, routinely discounting your retail products can send you down the road best left not traveled.  There are several reasons, all of which can negatively effect your bottom line.  Read More

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Get the Team Selling with a Product Spotlight

Posted by laura.sherrod on Thursday Apr 19, 2012 Under Uncategorized

Boost your retail sales and create some excitement in your salon staff with a Product of the Week sales contest.  Read More

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Extend the Party!

Posted by monica.cermak on Tuesday Apr 17, 2012 Under Uncategorized

Things are going well.  Cash is flowing.  You’re seeing more people than you have in months.   People are tanning. They’re buying lotions, and they want to buy packages. What a party!  Wouldn’t it be awesome if it was like this all year long?  Read More

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Retail Strategies that Work

Posted by laura.sherrod on Thursday Apr 12, 2012 Under Uncategorized

The facts haven’t changed – retail sales and retention go hand-in-hand.  Studies show that if a client doesn’t purchase a retail product from you, there’s only a 10% chance they’ll return to your salon.  On the other hand, if they purchase one product, it changes to a 30% chance, and two products, 60%.  Retail goods generally net a higher profit margin than your services, so to boost this all-important bottom line, consider:  Read More

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Why Do We Make Excuses?

Posted by suzy.baucum on Tuesday Apr 10, 2012 Under Uncategorized

As with any business, you’re in it to make money. After all, it’s what the world seems to revolve around. You can’t own a car, house, boat, or pay insurance without it.  Read More

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