6 Essential tips to start your salon business

When it comes to opening your own hair/beauty salon or barbershop, there is a lot to consider. It takes a lot of effort and planning, but it’s also highly gratifying and enjoyable. We’ve put together 10 great recommendations so that you can kick start your salon business planning with ease. 

Here are ten things to think about if you want to establish a business:

1. Business plan

First, you’ll need a business strategy; it’s foolish to try to open a salon or barbershop without first preparing ahead of time. You’ll need a plan for the coming years and a solid strategy on how to implement them. Your business plan should be detailed and revised every year. A business plan is necessary if you need to borrow money, but it is also a terrific reminder of your goals and how far you have come.

2. Finance and budgeting

Do you require financing for your new salon? If so, how will you repay it? Make sure you understand the loan’s conditions and the cost of finance. What tools do you already have? What do you need to purchase? Consider how you will accept payment (cash, debit cards, credit cards, bank transfers, payment links,?) and how you will record your transactions. Learn more about commercial bank accounts.

3. Type of business

Deciding whether to run your business alone or with a partner can really grind your gears. Just understand that every business type has its own pros and cons. So, will you be a sole establishment, limited Liability company, or partnership?

As a sole establishment, you will be personally responsible for any debt your business incurs.
Managing your personal finances will remain separate if you own a limited company.
If you have equally interested people to get started with your salon business, a partnership is the simplest way of doing this.

4. Legal requirements

Because a beauty salon is a commercial company, you will need to meet a variety of legal requirements such as registrations, licences, authentication, Memorandum of agreements  etc.

5. Choosing salon staff

Front of the house is a crucial role that can make or break your business. So it is vital to choose educated and qualified employees, most importantly friendly to customers. It should be noted that such personnel will be more expensive than regular blue-collar workers.

6. Select the best location for your salon

Whether you own a building or rent a retail space, your location is one of the most expensive aspects of starting a salon, and there are several things to consider. It should be located in a densely populated region and should be easily accessible. Also, ensure that you are sufficiently separated from rivals that provide the same services as your salon.

While these are just basic factors, there is so much more to add to them. Research is the key. Proper market analysis and research could open doors that haven’t even been built. Seems like a mammoth task? We can take care of all the stress for you, so you can focus on running your business. Start to plan and prepare with Auriga, your perfect consultancy solution for a salon that stands out.