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Samantha Piercy
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 28 พ.ย. 2020
Here to help you become a wealthy hairstylist!
Over the years I have been asked numerous times by hairstylists, “How did you become so successful?” As flattering as this question is, it really struck me that my hairstylist peers were not as successful as I had become. They were just as talented and experienced as I was, yet they were making less money and working more hours than I ever had.
It was this epiphany that really inspired me to create this hairstylist educational channel. To help you truly understand your hairstyling business so that you too could become a wealthy hairstylist.
Let's Do This!
Over the years I have been asked numerous times by hairstylists, “How did you become so successful?” As flattering as this question is, it really struck me that my hairstylist peers were not as successful as I had become. They were just as talented and experienced as I was, yet they were making less money and working more hours than I ever had.
It was this epiphany that really inspired me to create this hairstylist educational channel. To help you truly understand your hairstyling business so that you too could become a wealthy hairstylist.
Let's Do This!
Golden Copper Hand Tied Hair Extension Install and Styling | Hairstylist Coloring Tips
While I adore copper hair shades, achieving the perfect hue often requires multiple color applications (especially if you are custom coloring blonde wefts to have a copper tone). Remember, attaining that ideal copper tone is a journey, so don't be disheartened if you need to apply your color more than once!
My client received 1.5 rows of 22" hand tied extensions. I mixed a variety of warmer blonde dimensional wefts with 2 darker copper wefts. All of her wefts were custom colored.
Here is her FORMULA FOR HER EXTENSIONS -
All # 30's (2- darker natural copper colored wefts) - toned 9AA Shades
24/18A's(2) , Aspens (2), 613-18A (1) All of these are a variety of blonde wefts that were filled - 8C 1oz, 9G 1/2 oz for 20 mins.
- washed all blonde wefts and re colored with Colorance 9KG with 5 drops of orange and 10 drops of yellow. (processed for 20 mins)
Then washed again and recolored ONLY the Aspens (2 of them) to create a deeper copper using Colorance 7KG 15 ml, and 8OR 5 mil with 10 drops of yellow for another 20 minutes.
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Looking to take your hairstylist business to the next level? Learn how to manage your business finances with a custom workbook for your income, expenses and profitability. Take the next step to really understand your business numbers below!
Download your FREE EXPENSE BLUEPRINT WORKBOOK HERE:
www.awealthyhairstylist.com/
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If you have any questions at all, please comment below. I am happy to share more specific information with you!
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Check me out on Instagram to see more of me behind the scenes.
samantha.awealthyhairstylist
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My client received 1.5 rows of 22" hand tied extensions. I mixed a variety of warmer blonde dimensional wefts with 2 darker copper wefts. All of her wefts were custom colored.
Here is her FORMULA FOR HER EXTENSIONS -
All # 30's (2- darker natural copper colored wefts) - toned 9AA Shades
24/18A's(2) , Aspens (2), 613-18A (1) All of these are a variety of blonde wefts that were filled - 8C 1oz, 9G 1/2 oz for 20 mins.
- washed all blonde wefts and re colored with Colorance 9KG with 5 drops of orange and 10 drops of yellow. (processed for 20 mins)
Then washed again and recolored ONLY the Aspens (2 of them) to create a deeper copper using Colorance 7KG 15 ml, and 8OR 5 mil with 10 drops of yellow for another 20 minutes.
___________________________________
Looking to take your hairstylist business to the next level? Learn how to manage your business finances with a custom workbook for your income, expenses and profitability. Take the next step to really understand your business numbers below!
Download your FREE EXPENSE BLUEPRINT WORKBOOK HERE:
www.awealthyhairstylist.com/
___________________________________
If you have any questions at all, please comment below. I am happy to share more specific information with you!
____________________________________
Check me out on Instagram to see more of me behind the scenes.
samantha.awealthyhairstylist
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When you started transitioning the clients how dis you purchase hair extensions...did have the hair on hand or did you have them consult first and get the extension money up front and them order? And then schedule out the appointment?
Hey! I would do the clients consult either in person or over the phone. Once I knew what wefts I needed to achieve their look I would invoice the client a deposit/retainer to book their extension appointment. This retainer would go towards the cost of hair. If the client cancels within my cancellation policy they would loose out on their retainer. I know in the beginning it will seem like quite the investment. I recommend buying 2-3 packs of hair per client. You wont use all of it, so this will slowly start to build your stock. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
I’m starting cosmetology school September 30th. I wanna do hair extensions cause that’s where the money is. Where would you recommend for training?
Hey! Best of luck with school! For continued education I would look into NBR, IBE or the Luna Method. I can really only speak on what I have been trained on. These are all sewn in hair extension methods. However there are SOOO many options. I would research what they offer, what's included, do they do continued education (and how much is that), and are you really certified once you complete? Most of these methods you will not be "officially" certified until you complete, submit and pass ALL your model work. Let me know if you have any other questions!
Hey Samantha, Hope you are doing well
Thanks for checking in! Everything is great. Hope you had a great summer.
This is one of my favorite colors! So much so that I have been copper myself for years. Let me know if you have any questions.
If you have any questions let me know! Thanks for watching and following along =)
Don't let the fear of failure keep you from achieving your dreams. You are capable of success just trust the process!
Thanks for breaking this down.very helpful.
Of Course! It is hard to see how a simple discount of $5 could really effect someones income for the entire year!
Hello, Im a Cosmetology Instructor teaching at a school in Arkansas. Your videos are great keep up the great work!
Hey! That is awesome. I am so happy to help educators and students. When I went to beauty school I never learned any business tactics or money management. Let me know if you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics you might like to me to talk about. Thanks so much!
it is really useful tips! hope your business grow well
Thank you! I am so happy you found this helpful.
Is your assistant paid as w2 or independent contractor ?
My assistant is paid as an independent contractor. I find it much easier and less expensive to pay assistants this way. Great question!
Is your assistant paid as w2 or independent contractor ?
I've done both. You just need to figure out which one is best for your business.
Loved this so much! Thank you! You’ve made me realise that a salon manager is definitley the next goal for me!
Hey @zarystevens ! Your so welcome. I am happy to hear you enjoyed this video. A salon manager will help you free up your time. They should be able to take on tasks to help make the salon more efficient and help with your time management. Let me know if you have any other questions.
I have seen so many stylists fall into the trap of emotionally discounting their hairstyling services. Don't make these same mistakes. Let me know if you need any help with this important topic!
Pricing your service appropriately is so extremely important in the success of your hairstyling business. If you have any questions let me know!
What is your biggest Expense as a Hairstylist!??
If you have any questions about your Hairstyling Business, ask away! I am more than happy to help!
How have you been nurturing your business from behind the chair? We're here to help each other grow, so if there's anything you're curious about or need advice on, feel free to drop a question.
If you have any questions, ask away! I am more than happy to help!
Thank you ❤
Of Course! Thanks so much for watching. If you have any questions let me know. I am more than happy to help.
The salon decor! 🥰
Thank you so much!
If you have any questions, drop them below! I am more than happy to help!
I hope these tips hair extension inventory tip helps! Let me know if there is a different way that you manage your inventory? If you have any questions, let me know!
She's beautiful ❤️ and the blending is amazing 😍
Thank you so much!
Hi Samantha! Can you please share with me what you do as far as booth rent increases? Dollar amount or percentage, and is it at the start of the new year, a year from the stylists start date, etc…? Thank you so much!!!
Hey! To be honest it really is your preference. I personally do a yearly percentage increase based off of my lease rental increase. Every lease agreement is different, so I would consider your lease terms and increase rates accordingly to maintain your profit margin.
Okay, thank you so much!
@@pattifletcher3447 Of Course! Let em know if you have any other questions!
Taxes can be an intimidating subject for any hairstylist! Don't wait all year for a surprise, get ahead of this important part of your business. Let me know if you have any questions.
Well, here is a quick version of my hair extension specialist story! Hope you enjoy. Share your story in the comments below. I would love to hear from you :)
Your video was so useful! I was wondering if it was possible for you to send me a template of the lease? I can send you my email if so! :)
Hey! I am in the process of rebranding and redesigning my website. Once everything is complete, you will be able to purchase templates.
So i have a question that i cant seem to wrap my head around . My wife has been a stylist for 6 years and has been very successful with her chair rental & she is at a point in her career where she wants to open her own salon . I am at a point in my career where id like a change also so we thought why don’t we open a salon together . I am not in the hair industry. With that being said the plan is to open a 5or6 chair salon with one of them being hers . Everything as far as startup and cost & bills will be split 50/50 and my roll would be obviously half owner but also maybe salon manager/ receptionist/ marketing etc….how much would i pay myself is the ultimate question? Would our pay be split 50/50 even though she is the owner/ stylist that brings in her own clients? Now that we are 50/50 would her clients be considered “the business’s clients” ? Would i pay myself from just the chair rental profit ? Just a bit confused on this part i figured id ask someone with your experience. I have been binge watching your videos the past 2 days thanks for all of the great insight and help!
Hey! So I would look at how you are planning on splitting everything a little differently. Here is a suggestion. She needs to incorporate her business if she has not done so already. You both need to create a shareholder's agreement for the company based off of the money/equity you both are contributing or looking for. What the salon makes and she makes goes into the salons business account. She can have a small monthly or bi monthly salary as an employee of the business. I would start you off on an hourly rate for "management" of the salon. If the income coming in from renters and your wife's chair income is enough to put you on payroll and pay for your taxes as well, then go for it. But I would ease into that and make sure you have enough funds to do so. You could set owners distribution's/draws once the business reaches over an X amount of income. However the draw can not be more than what the limit needs to be, to keep your account healthy to pay for all your monthly expenses. You could also take an owners distribution based on your profit shares at the end of the year from what is left as profit. The business account would be the account paying for all overhead bills. Not each of you individually. I hope this all makes sense. Let me know if you have any other questions. Best of luck on your new adventure!
@@SamanthaPiercy thank you this definitely helped !
@@JamieMac203 of course! You need to be on top of your book keeping every month to be able to determine the salon profit rate. I would suggest doing a spreadsheet that separately tracks the salons income, bills, management, repairs ect separate than your wife’s. It’s a good way to see what she spends to run her business vs what the salon does. It will give you better clarity to find out of the salon itself is really profitable to be able to withstand a salary pay or any improvements/uogrades needed down the road.
@@SamanthaPiercy absolutely.! We are still in the beginning stages & tomorrow are going to go over an intent to lease with an agent. Any suggestions or things we should ask for or look out for? . The space is 1280 sqft and needs updating which the owner knows and is ready to do
Make sure you understand all lease terms! There is a lot of unfamiliar lingo if you are new to commercial leasing. Make sure you are clear on what TI will be provided, sometimes there is none! Everything is negotiable on your lease, so don't be afraid to ask for changes or lower rates or terms. You could always apply for a SBA loan if you need the extra financing for a build out, and equipment.
Hello! Would you share a price break down of costs to your renters if you have finally made it to where all of the salon costs are paid by the renters? My contribution is for our emergency fund, and all salon expenses are paid by the renters. I feel they will have animosity towards me if they knew those numbers. My salon is beautiful, and I carry beautiful, sustainable product line as well as all of the things you mention in this video! Thank you! Also, how would you go about it, if you chose not to share your books with the renters?
Hey! I would NOT share a breakdown of your business expenses to your renters. I never had any renter come and ask me what is cost me doing business, and why I charge what I charge for their rent. A way to help with this, is to have clear communication within their rental agreements as to what is included within the space they are leasing and what you are providing as the lessor. Rent should be a weekly rate that is consistent and based off of the days they rent. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
orrrr is it? I ised to live out in Saugus. Worked at Cutting Edge barber shop. Like your video❤️
shades isnt semipermanent
Ahh you caught me.. its a Demi permanent color. When the camera is going and you cant stop recording, you just have to go with the flow. Mistakes and all...
Thank you so much for this video ❤
of course! Let me know if you have any other questions
Why is it that you charge weekly and not monthly? 😊
There are some months that have 5 weeks versus 4. If you charge the same monthly rate for each month, you leaving money on the table for the months that actually have 5 weeks. A lot of it is preference. I prefer to charge week by week. My stylist prepay to work the upcoming week. I offer one week off a year, so its easier for me to track when my stylist's pay per week. And if a stylist goes on maternity leave, it is easier more me to track each exact week they take off, and the discount rate associated with each of those weeks. Hope this helps!
What would you suggest for a stylist who is unsure when or even if they will return? As of now, I have decided to take 8 weeks off; However, we are going to have a baby with special needs, and are just unsure of what to expect and what life will look like for us after the baby is here.
I would ease back into working. Take all the time off that you need. To prepare coming back to work I would try to pre book your clients on your schedule. If you are recommending them to see someone at your salon, then book one apt with them and then their next back on your schedule. Already adjust your future schedule to be part time or one to 2 days a week coming back to work. And then each week, slowly add more hours and or days. You might just like the part time schedule and may just stick with that for awhile while you adjust to your new mommy life. If you were an employee of your own business, you can file against your "company" for maternity leave and family bonding leave. This way you could at least make some extra money while you are out. Let me know if you have any other questions. And congrats on your baby!
Can you please tell dimensions of salon station..?
Hey! Yes, the station with the mirror is 76" tall and 32" wide. The cabinets measure 72" tall, the mirror is set to be larger and taller in front of the cabinets. My stations are also floating off of the floor. I hope this helps.
Do we write these contracts ourselves ? If so is there a format ? Or a website to make it easier ?
Awesome tips!
Thank you so much!
Wait a minute, that's just to cover the cost. Where is the profit?
Another helpful video. Happy I found you. Thank you ❤
Really great video. This has really helped me thank you ❤
I am so happy to hear this video has helped you. I am coming out with a salon manger guide to purchase soon! If you have any other questions please let me know.
Nice mam how can I do start the carrier on it 😊
So did you just offer weft extensions? Or do you also include k-tips, I-tips, and tape-ins as well?
I personally just do hand-tied and or coveted wefts. I do not do k-tip or tape in's, However you can still apply these tip to building any extension clientele! If you have any other questions, let me know!
Love an inspiring post. Thank you for sharing this!
I have been preaching this mantra for years to my salon stylist and now I am sharing it with you. I have to admit it isn't anything new, just a fresh perspective from an experienced stylist! Let me know what you think!
So many important points. Thank you for sharing!
I am so happy you found this useful! If you have any other questions or any other topic you would like me to discuss more on, please let me know.
How do I message you? I would love more information please!
@@HollyWolfe-om6ys you can visit www.AWealthyHairstylist.com
What is root melt
A root melt is essentially creating a transitional color from a clients roots into another color. For example I create most root melts to help achieve a softer regrowth for my clients who would normally have highlights. After washing out all my clients highlights(foils), I would apply a root melt using a semi permanent color ( i like redken shades or colornace) at my clients roots while they are in the shampoo bowl. The root application can be a tap (very little) or a longer drag (1-4 inches) depending on how much depth or how big you want your transition to be. The color is left on for 5-25 minutes depending on brand and opacity that you are looking for. I can link another video of how I do a root melt if you are interested? Let me know if you have any other questions.
Did you use developer with the toner? Great video!
Thank you! I actually just used the Redken Shades Processing Solution ( equal parts). Recently I have been playing with Goldwell's Colorance and using their 7 vol for a root shadow and I am really liking it!
Investing in your business skills is just as important as your investing in your hairstylist technique. Let me know where you need help!
As I watched your video I think you mixed more than one job into one - most of what you said is correct, but where is the reception, where is the cleaner where is the HR team, you shifted all the jobs to the saloon manager, even social media marketing I am not with you, any Saloon need more than one person, yeah we can load one person with everything but the best is to cut it in the right way, so the saloon manager can focus on the target and achieving the highest rank for everything. You will need Reception - Social Media Marketing - Cleaner - Hair Stylist - Nail specialist - Skin Specialist and Stylist in general - So Saloon Manager will go take the training and Opservite with other Salon team member - Greating , SUpport schedule - salaries Bouns yeah Saloon Manager - inventory - and Morning meeting with all the team is the best way to get the new idea and the most important thing is Saloon manager to know the latest update for Fashion from A to Z, and Update the team with it.