The Elevate Podcast

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You can't do it all as a salon owner, and that includes working full time behind the chair.

As a salon owner, you have to shift your time and energy from working with clients to leadership, team and client retention, marketing, and so much more.

In this episode, I explain why no salon owner should be working full time behind the chair, and what you should be doing instead. The main focus? Your team.

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There are so many moving parts to opening a salon. Most of the time we get wrapped up in permits & build outs, and other important things like policies, onboarding, culture, and leadership aren't even discussed.

I wish I had clear, solid answers to the 10 questions I'm sharing with you today. It would have saved me so much stress in the long run.

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As a salon owner, it's your responsibility to grow and develop your team. And if you don't, it usually turns into a breeding ground for a host of issues.

In the full episode, I share tactical ways to grow a unified team and explain why a growth plan can help you achieve this. Be sure to become an Insider for the full episode & supporting PDFs! Click here to join.

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Lena Mar Reitz, owner of Hair Boss Professional & Omar Herrera, VP of Taxco talk about the pros and cons of W-2s vs 1099s and why W-2s are the best option.

To connect with Omar, visit https://www.taxcousa.com/ or call 562-293-8012

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Today I sit down with Lena Mar Reitz, owner of Hair Boss Professional & Omar Herrera, VP of Taxco and have a candid conversation about 1099 vs W-2 employees, tax implications, workers' comp, & so many other things that directly impact your salon every single day.

We pick Omar's brain from a salon owner perspective and get a grip on how to run your business legally.

To connect with Omar, visit https://www.taxcousa.com/ or call 562-293-8012

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All Elevate Insider episodes are removed from our Apple Podcast page.

Your subscriptions are canceled, and you will receive a refund for monthly or annual subscriptions on your latest purchase at the time of the next billing attempt.

For annual subscribers, this may mean that several months pass before the refund is processed.

This process is what Apple Podcasts has in place for all users. If you have any questions about billing, please contact Apple Podcasts directly.

What this means moving forward:

To regain access, you'll have to enroll directly through us here. You'll also get your first month free!

You have the ability to cancel your subscription at any time.

You'll receive early access to episodes.

You'll now conveniently receive supporting PDFs via email, or you can click a link in the show notes.

You can easily embed The Elevate Insider into your favorite podcasting app. No extra apps, conveniently tune in.

We're better connected, so I can offer you exclusive bonuses that I couldn't do before!

I know this shift will make your Elevate Insider subscription more convenient!

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Whether you’re a salon owner or a stylist looking to grow, this conversation is packed with actionable insights that will help you build a high-performing, motivated team that elevates your salon to new heights.

The truth is, when you empower your team, you create a ripple effect of success throughout your entire business. A confident, motivated, and well-supported team isn’t just good for morale—it’s great for your salon’s growth and overall success. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the secret to empowering your team and how it can be the key to unlocking your salon’s full potential.

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I just sat down to compare my revenue from last January to this January and I was shocked. I saw a 56% increase in revenue from last January to this January, and I know exactly why.

It's because I put proactive promotions in place during my slowest months.

I cover exactly how you can plan for success instead of reactively throwing together last minute promotions. I promise this will make a huge difference in your business!

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A few years ago, I was talked into implementing a flat rate commission at my salon. At first it seemed like a great idea, but after a while my new stylists couldn't keep up & my experienced stylists plateaued.

That's when I realized that sliding scales work. This structure allows you to keep a healthy profit margin, even when you have stylists who are just starting out. It ensures that you’re not overcompensating for services that are bringing in lower revenue, but also that they are still fairly compensated for their effort.

It's a win-win for salon owners & stylists.