Salon Professional Podcast by Evolve Salon Systems

This is a must listen for every salon professional!!  Expert advice from Craig Michaud that will help you now and get through our "new normal"

Info on the SBA Loan:   https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/paycheck-protection-program Info to set up your online boutique: https://www.saloninteractive.com/evolve/

Major Inspiration ahead on this incredible episode with the dynamic owners of Verde Boutique Salon in Braintree Mass.  They are sharing how they run and operate a green salon while staying on trend!  What I love most is how they have so much community involvement and their shop local movement.  This was such a treat to record and I learned so much.  We are definitely in a green...

Here are the links discussed in the episode. Set up your online store here: https://www.saloninteractive.com/evolve/ Set up your Evolve account: order@evolvesalonsystems.com Follow us on Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/evolvesalonsystems/

Take your fashion colors to the next level and learn from @vividsandbalayage everything from consultation to happy clients coming back!! Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vividsandbalayage/

What a treat to interview Louise McClain a successful 35 year salon owner who has navigated through a lot of changes in our industry.  She is sharing the good, bad and all the middle!  We hope her journey inspires you! Follow on Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/beautifulpeoplect/ Follow Evolve:   https://www.instagram.com/evolvesalonsystems/

Be proactive and be sure to put out a statement to your guests.  Here is an example from partner salon https://www.instagram.com/serenityspaandsalon/ Your Health is Important to Us! Your health is important to us! We want to provide you with an update on Serenity's work monitoring the current status of COVID-19. Our management team met today to discuss the measures we will be taking to ensure...

This episode is the blueprint to determining your ideal client (the one's that make you happy and money), brand your business to speak to them and how to lead your team to success.  Sean Michael is 29 and has owned his salon for 6 years!  He has so much business savvy and he is so happy to share it with all of you.  You can follow him and pick his brain with the links below! Follow...

Are you frustrated with Amazon and all the places your clients can purchase outside of your hair salon?  Join Craig Michaud and learn how we are trying to Solve the E-Commerce puzzle so it's a win for everyone.  We want you to have a new retail revenue stream from the brands you carry, not lose money! Learn more about setting up your online boutique here:   https://www.saloninteract...

Meet Color Queen Amanda Rozzi!  In her short career she has absolutely earned that title.  Amanda is sharing great color tips to achieve perfect formulation, and her best practices to be color confident with every guest.  This rising star is someone you want to follow for sure. Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozzipaints/

Merchadising your products is half of the battle when it comes to selling your retail.  We are joined by Katie Frank, Retail Specialist at Evolve Salon Systems for the 2020 Do's and Dont's of merchandising.   If you have questions email katief@evolvesalonsystems.com Click below to check out COVE Haircare and RPM! https://www.covehaircare.com/ https://www.rpm-cbd.com/

This episode is jam packed with ways to grow your salon business like never before!  We aren't going to let an impending down economy affect your bottom line!!  There are so many links we are sharing to all of the resources mentioned to make 2020 your best year yet!! Follow Tyler: https://www.instagram.com/tylerevolving/ Email Tyler: tylerg@evolvesalonsystems.com Software: https://www.ev...

Join one of our favorite Evolve Partner Salons, Luscious and Co., as they share their journey from traveling makeup artists to a thriving 20+ chair hair salon.  They literally went from a room in their house, to a 3 level 4000 square foot space with a lot of hard work, determination and a clear vision.  This episode gives me all the feels as I feel like we have been a part of their story...

Get ready for a great episode with one of our faves Lindsey Little aka @bangbangbalayage.  She is sharing Spring Hair Trends,  breaking down the latest techniques, and so much more.  We even talk updated chunky highlights!!  For all the places you can find Lindsey: Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/bangbangbalayage/ Website:   https://www.lumesalon.com/ Your Host...

IGTV is poised to be one of the hottest marketing trends of 2020!  Take a listen and learn why you should be using it,  get great content ideas, and a few pro tips too.  If you want more click the link for our online class https://www.flourishmarketingsolutions.com/product-page/igtv-video-course Use code evolve at checkout for $5 off~!

Join one of our industry's best, Nina Tulio, for motivation, inspiration and a lot of fun!!  To sign up for Synergy click https://www.evolvesalonsystems.com/education Follow Nina on Instagram: @ninatulio Website:   https://www.1nagency.com/

One of the top questions we receive is "how can I get more stylists"?  We feel your pain, and Craig Michaud is here to help with great tips to be the salon all the hairdressers want to work for!  Learn more about Evolve Salon Systems at https://www.evolvesalonsystems.com/

Do you want more clients in 2020?  You need to use Instagram to your advantage and get your business DISCOVERED by new potential clients.  The way to do this is with a Hashtag Strategy.  Take these next 10 minutes to learn best practices and download your free hashtag strategy guide right here https://www.flourishmarketingsolutions.com/product-page/hashtag-planner

It's National CBD Awareness Month!~Learn all about RPM, our CBD infused hair, skin and body line made for professional salons to reach new heights with their retail.  We will give you the facts and share how to be successful in your salon with this category.  After you listen you can click on  https://www.rpm-cbd.com/ to learn more!  

Craig and Lisa explore the scary topic of "what if I have a walk out"?  We breakdown what fear really is and how to be prepared instead of being caught in the "fear trap".  Running a business comes with a lot of challenges and we don't want fear to paralyze you! 

No more goal setting and making resolutions that don’t stick. Learn how to create a plan that will work for YOU!

We know that this industry can lead to points of feeling burnt out. If you are feeling or have felt this way, take a listen for these great tips from Evolve’s Craig Michaud. www.evolvesalonsystems.com