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Is taking care of yourself something you prioritize or put on the back burner? As beauty professionals, you spend a ton of time and energy taking care of others – but because August is National Wellness Month, we want to remind you that it’s just as important to take care of yourself, too! Here are a few self-care practices to help prioritize your well-being both in and out of the salon.  Read More

As a beauty professional, you deserve to be compensated appropriately for your expertise, experience, and talent. After all, this is the only way to stay in business in a way that is sustainable for your wellbeing and work-life balance. However, it's all too common for beauty entrepreneurs to struggle with emotional discounting, which leads to charging less than they're worth.  Read More

We know that as beauty professionals, social media can be an invaluable tool to showcase your talent. With social media platforms constantly evolving, it can be overwhelming to decide which one to focus on. Read on to dive into the world of TikTok, and show you how to use this dynamic platform to promote your salon business.  Read More

Did you miss the 2023 Sola Sessions in Austin, Texas? Simply want to re-live the magic? Get the recap from our friends at Modern Salon!  Read More

As an independent beauty professional, you know that taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of your clients. Being your own boss is not for the faint of heart, so we wanted to take a pause for May’s Mental Health Month to discuss ways to battle burnout and prioritize your well-being as a business owner, beauty professional, entrepreneur, and member of the Sola family.  Read More

If you have been waiting for a sign to get started on that spring cleanse - here is your boost of encouragement! From deep cleaning to decluttering your digital presence, check out these tips to spring clean your business!  Read More

It is with great excitement that we introduce you to the 8 NEW Faces of Sola for 2023! We have a feeling you’re gonna love ‘em as much as we do... 🤩   Read More

A year from now, you will wish that you had started today… So why not now? Why not you? Your time is now. Become a salon owner at Sola today!  Read More

Have you heard that around 80 percent of all New Year’s resolutions fall flat by February? This is because people make resolutions without creating a plan of action to achieve their goals. At Sola, it’s our mission to help you succeed by giving you the support and tools you need to turn your resolutions into realities. So this year, don’t just dream about what you want to accomplish, let Sola help you create a plan to get there!  Read More

A new year is a perfect opportunity to get organized. After the holidays, things may feel a bit chaotic. Be patient with yourself as you get things back in order after the holiday rush. From self-care to schedule mastery, the time has come to set the foundation for a productive and successful year.  From self-care to schedule mastery, the time has come to set the foundation to ring in 2023. It’s time to level up. Are you with us?   Read More

When it comes to career hopes, goals and dreams, one thing is for certain - a year from now, you will wish that you had started today. So we are here to help you get started… today! Your time is now to create the salon of your dreams.  Read More

Referral marketing programs encourage your existing clients to attract new clients to your salon, through incentives, such as discounts and free offerings in exchange for referring a friend. Learn more about how to attract the like-minded friends of existing clients into your chair!  Read More

Being grateful makes us feel happier. It really is that simple! And as we near the end of 2022, it's important to look for the positives and to practice gratitude every chance we get. No need to wait until Thanksgiving Day: Start practicing an attitude of gratitude to unlock the fullness of life right now with these practical tips.   Read More

Have you been dreaming of starting your own salon but do not know where to start? Whatever your stage of salon studio curiosity, we’re here to introduce you to Sola’s salon studio model - intended to transform beauty professionals into full-fledged business owners.  Read More

We want to offer ways to turn the holiday spirit inward and love yourself up before the season’s frenzy takes hold. These self-care practices will help you feel supercharged so that you can better serve clients, connect with friends and family, and maintain balance during the busiest time of the year.   Read More

There is a popular old business adage that empowers entrepreneurs to focus on customers that really matter. It is called the 80/20 rule. The 80/20 rule states that about 80% of your sales come from 20% of your clients. The rule indicates that if we focus on the most active 20% of our customers and clients, they will generate 80% of our income.  Read More

It is important to regularly assess your business for a few reasons. As a Sola Professional, you are in total control of your own opportunity and earning potential. So whether you’re trying to set new goals to help your business grow or know how successful you were last quarter, it is up to you to know your numbers so that you can make positive changes that impact your business.  Read More

Sola Salons allows you experience the true freedom of salon ownership. Here, you call the shots: you choose the services you provide, the prices you charge, the products you carry, and the vibe your clients experience when they walk into your space.  Read More

For many beauty professionals, making the transition to salon ownership is a true leap of faith. When you run your own business, you wear many hats – beauty professional, marketer, creative visionary, and bookkeeper, among others. At Sola, we make the transition to salon ownership seamless by providing fully-equipped salon studios alongside all the educational resources, cutting-edge technology, and support needed to run your own business.  Read More

You’ve been dreaming about owning your own salon, about the flexibility and the possibility of being your own boss. But, how do you know if you’re really ready?  Read More

As a salon owner, you set your prices, so it is up to you to make sure that you get paid your full worth. Are you due for a price increase?  Raising prices, no matter what the service, can be scary, if not raise a lot of uncertainty. Check out our top tips for when and how to raise your salon prices.  Read More

Have you heard the buzz about charging hourly for your salon services? We received a lot of questions about charging hourly for Ashley Lantz - so many, in fact, that we decided to bring her on as a guest to discuss her recent change in price structure.  Read More

As advertising and marketing have increasingly become an online game, social media has become the most accessible tool for self-promotion as a small business owner and entrepreneur. However, running social media platforms can be a challenge - especially when you feel like there is so much to do and so little time. We’ve put together some resources that can boost your creativity, maximize your content, cut down on your posting time, and improve your efficacy on social media.  Read More

The 2022 Denver Sola Sessions took place on May 15th, 16th & 17th and we are still reliving the magic. Couldn’t make it? Simply want to relive the magic with us? Here’s what went down in Denver…  Read More

May is Mental Health Month and we are thinking of you, Solapreneurs!  As a beauty professional, it can be particularly difficult to maintain a steady routine that factors your mental health into the mix. Between the responsibilities as a small business owner and the high demand for your services as a beauty professional, not to mention obligations to family and friends, you may find yourself getting lost in the mix.   Read More