Love this! I am in My Salon Suites. I've been with My Salon Suites for 6 years now. I love it. My pros would be that it's private, secured entrance which clients love with covid going on. We are able to play our own music. Just being able to create my own atmosphere for my clients is a plus. Most of my suite neighbors are ex-salon owners and they like it better not having the overhead. The only cons for me is the rent is extremely high and it is cold in my suite in the winter being in a window suite. Once I start working it warms up and I also bought a small heater.
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That’s awesome! Ugh the music is such a love hate thing for me. That so interesting! In on of the Facebook groups I’m in, I noticed that a lot of salon owners moved to suites or in house salons. I didn’t get a chance to actually ask why,
@Vera, Wow Soo Proud of You Starting this as your first Salon, You started there with not much Clientele ? And that IS Very odd that the walls don't go all the way up, Common Sense that it would be inappropriate. Bad designing from the builders. Sorry about that, I wouldn't like that either. Best Wishes 🕊️🌷
@@TheLaurenalexysI raised my prices, advertise your work and private experience and clients will flock to you!!! I was always told when you do what you love the money will come to you and it's true!
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@@TheLaurenalexys I pretty much did what Charma said. I raised my prices and talk to my clients about the benefits of coming to a suite vs a salon or my old loft location. The key is also in your branding. If you market yourself as more high end and have services and prices that reflect that, you’ll start to attract the right people!
I’ve been having such a hard time finding a salon home with no in salon experience. I desperately want a suite, but no clientele & rent ain’t cheap 😂😩 Thank you for all of your content! 💕
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I feel you on trying to find the right salon home. How long has you been licensed? There was one salon I was really interested in, that had an apprentice program and no contract to sign. I really wanted to there but it was out of state. Would you be interested in an apprenticeship?
You can still have a plant oasis, you can have several plants here are a few that don't need light, Bromeliad, Chinese Evergreen they get very big, Dracaena, Dumb Cane, Parlor Palm, Philodendron, and Pothos. I love your videos especially when you so how you do your clients hair.
3 ปีที่แล้ว +1
You are a lifesaver! I’m going to look these up to see which ones I like the most. I try to post more vlog style videos but I haven’t quite figured out my filming set up. So I enjoy up being all into my appointments and don’t get the best shots of me working. I’m trying to get it together though.
Wow yeah I would say my con is my suite is pretty pricey weekly! Also I can not control the temperature in the suite! My pro is you can create suite how every you want paint etc. Another pro I am able to bring my kids. Some suites don’t care along your kid in your room not running the halls. I can choose to hear the music or you can play your own and shut your door. 😊Also we are able to burn candles. I definitely believe different suites have different rules.
Thank you for posting! I just got my license and I cannot imagine going to work for great clips. I am looking at a suite and everything so I appreciate your advice
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Go for it! It wasn’t initially my first plan but it worked out and I’m thankful for that.
I just opened my suite at My Salon Suites. My first week is next week. I’m a little nervous, but ready! I just need to find more ideas to get more clients. 😩
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You got this! Im praying things are working out well for you now!
This is the first place you worked ? It's just a shame you have to hear your neighbors Business & Their Clients. Thank You , for the Tutorial, You did a good job 🕊️
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It is. Now that I think about it, I don’t really remember hearing so much chatter when I was in the salon portion of cosmo school and people were still right next to us. I think it’s because it’s not as much background noise, we can just hear everything. It doesn’t help that their voices carry 🤦🏾♀️
@ Hi Vera, I want to say how much I enjoy your channel. I have been in the hair industry since the 80's! Everything you say and do for your clients/ your personality and the way you put yourself together is what a successful stylist is. I would never own a commission salon but have worked in one. It is great when first starting in the industry. For the last 5 years I co own a successful 5 chair booth rental salon in an affluent busy area. It is team oriented and we are all the same price roughly. Even though the rent the stylists pay is $400 a week, (They earn between $1K and $1400k a DAY) we make NO profit other than me and other owner getting our chairs for free if that makes sense. Between every expense, rent, water, electric, toilet paper, coffee ,snow plowing, taxes, trash ,ETC ETC ,things that break etc it isn't really worth it unless I owned on my owned a larger salon on my own... Suites/ mini salons are the way to go I think. Commission is good for new stylists out of school but only if they assist or learn somewhere where there is education.... I can tell you worked at a high end salon the way you know how to run your salon.
You said all facts! Girl I felt that on paying more for ur suite then ur own rent😭 I took a tour at salon lofts before I went with Sola Salon Suites and the not being able to play music and the open walls made me run! Lol I can't work without my choice of music. The suites are definitely beautiful but Sola offers nice ones too, double suites too. Do you have one in ur area?
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There are times I’m glad I don’t have to choose music so it turned out not being a big con for me. I love the high ceilings but do wish the walls weren’t open. I ultimately went with salon lofts because I was able to have everything taken down and bring my own things in. We have double lofts but I just refuse to pay double the rent lol. We have a few Sola locations but I didn’t like the setup.
@ great content, thank you for the info. May I ask what you didn’t like about the sola suites set up? Is it that you preferred the high ceilings although it comes with less privacy?
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I’m glad you’re enjoying the content! I’m at “My Salon Suites” now. I’ve been there for a few months and plan to do a video on what differences I’ve noticed so far.
No boss…no large overhead…no greedy salon owners…no drama with other stylists…enough said. Lol. I honestly don’t see a single reason why anyone would ever want to go work for someone else. Screw that. I guess if you didn’t learn a lot in cosmetology school and you want to learn from the salon You could do that but my advice would be get out as soon as possible.
Great info. I’ve been at ulta for about 2 months and over it lol
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I’m so sorry to hear that! Do you mind sharing what you don’t like about it? I had an interview with them when I first graduated but knew it wasn’t going to work out when I learned the manager was the same lady telling me “she don’t THINK” I could vlog my Ulta haul one time. Lol
What I don’t like: well the schedule is set! It’s retail so I thought the schedule would fluctuate, but it does t for stylist. Easy to request off so no big deal. Also, we have to use what ever product they’re promoting that week…chi, dry bar, it’s a 10. I do sneak some in for my personal clients. But what I hate the most is if you aren’t busy, they expect you to walk the aisles and engage with customers or straighten the aisles. I would rather be working on a doll head as I am a newbie to the industry. But I’m going to stick it out until I’m comfortable :)
Aww my daughters name is Vera and I’m considering a suite (twinsies 😜) I have taken some time off and homeschool and all my clients have gone on to someone else. Thanks for all the info.
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Sorry for the late reply. I hope all is well! That is awesome. I never come across any other Vera’s lol. How are things going with work?
@ Good morning 😁 I appreciate you taking the time to respond. Life is busy so I understand. I hope all is going well for you and your salon. And any other business efforts you have going on. If you haven't already, you should consoder adding consulting to your resume. I think you have a lot of really great knowledge in this industry. Consulting is a fun business and great income. Consulting for people wanting to knowledge should open a salon. What area to open, etc., would most likely be in demand. They know you'll help them avoid mistakes in starting their own salons. And the consultation fee would be a great addition for your income 💰 😁. If you decide to do it, dont charge a small fee. Charge what you're worth. Anyway, again I love your channel and will continue to watch. Have a great week. 👑💼
3 ปีที่แล้ว +1
Things are going great! How are you doing? Aw thank you for the kind words. I really do enjoy helping people and coaching is something I’ve been thinking about. We will definitely see what the future holds. You’re definitely right about the extra streams of income. I’m trying to work on having several.
As a Licensed Massage Therapist of almost 15 years. I have rented other areas and recently looked into a sola salon suite. VERY EXPENSIVE for the amount of room that I need. 100 sq. FT. for 220 a week(average 953 an month!) am I need at least 130 Square feet and that means I just to the next bracket of 320 a month. I mean that is extreme that I am debating just retiring. At what point does a professional ( in any Profession) decide "I'm tired of moving around, finding the right place to work for my clients, and sometimes start all over" I am just feeling discouraged.
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I totally understand the feeling. I’m praying you are able to find a place that fits all of your need so you won’t have to move again,
Do they have those kind of suites for clothing boutiques or just for hair and beauty?
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Hi! I don’t think there are any that are strictly for a clothing boutique. I could definitely consider partnering up with someone in a suite or a salon to sell your items, though.
I am a newbie hairstylist and just got my licensed. I got offered a $299 double suite. It sounds like a great deal, however i am still building. What do you think? Should I go for it?
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That’s honestly not bad! I’d say go for it if you plan on staying at that location for a while.
I like them mostly because I had the most freedom to do what I wanted with my space. I am now starting to not like that the ceilings don’t go all the way up and ai have to hear everyone else.
I’m annoyed by the fact that most salon suites are owned by racist.Salon Lofts is the worst.They accused someone I know of babysitting out of her loft.It’s because they were waiting for her to finish their mom.It really was because the kids were black and it made the predominantly white establishment uncomfortable.They are also extremely overpriced!Its like being on commission.
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Whew Chile. I wish I could take about my experience there 😩
Wow I didn’t know they were racist. That’s my number ONE deal breaker. No way. I’m white but most my clients are black plus just fuck that. Thanks for the info..!!
I had on one told me He wasnt renting to me at all bc I was black. I was totally taken of guard and in shock, almost speechless. I couldn't believe be really said that to me.
I've never done booth rent but from what I've heard, it does seem similar. I think it also depends on what type of suite you rent as well. My biggest issue at the moment is not being able to do certain things with lighting and other equipment/fixtures without their permission and waiting on them.
Maternity leave? That person has their own business, lol. She isn't an employee!
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Yes, some insurance plans offer maternity leave and sick pay for independent workers. Some business owners also work as employees within their businesses and pay themselves accordingly. I say do whatever works best for you!
Love this! I am in My Salon Suites. I've been with My Salon Suites for 6 years now. I love it. My pros would be that it's private, secured entrance which clients love with covid going on. We are able to play our own music. Just being able to create my own atmosphere for my clients is a plus. Most of my suite neighbors are ex-salon owners and they like it better not having the overhead. The only cons for me is the rent is extremely high and it is cold in my suite in the winter being in a window suite. Once I start working it warms up and I also bought a small heater.
That’s awesome! Ugh the music is such a love hate thing for me. That so interesting! In on of the Facebook groups I’m in, I noticed that a lot of salon owners moved to suites or in house salons. I didn’t get a chance to actually ask why,
@Vera, Wow Soo Proud of You Starting this as your first Salon, You started there with not much Clientele ? And that IS Very odd that the walls don't go all the way up, Common Sense that it would be inappropriate. Bad designing from the builders. Sorry about that, I wouldn't like that either. Best Wishes 🕊️🌷
OMG HOWWWWW Do you make rent !? My salon suites are high high
@@TheLaurenalexysI raised my prices, advertise your work and private experience and clients will flock to you!!! I was always told when you do what you love the money will come to you and it's true!
@@TheLaurenalexys I pretty much did what Charma said. I raised my prices and talk to my clients about the benefits of coming to a suite vs a salon or my old loft location. The key is also in your branding. If you market yourself as more high end and have services and prices that reflect that, you’ll start to attract the right people!
I’ve been having such a hard time finding a salon home with no in salon experience. I desperately want a suite, but no clientele & rent ain’t cheap 😂😩 Thank you for all of your content! 💕
I feel you on trying to find the right salon home. How long has you been licensed? There was one salon I was really interested in, that had an apprentice program and no contract to sign. I really wanted to there but it was out of state. Would you be interested in an apprenticeship?
Thank you so much for your video because I'm moving to a Salon Lofts and it was very enlightening
You can still have a plant oasis, you can have several plants here are a few that don't need light, Bromeliad, Chinese Evergreen they get very big, Dracaena, Dumb Cane, Parlor Palm, Philodendron, and Pothos. I love your videos especially when you so how you do your clients hair.
You are a lifesaver! I’m going to look these up to see which ones I like the most.
I try to post more vlog style videos but I haven’t quite figured out my filming set up. So I enjoy up being all into my appointments and don’t get the best shots of me working. I’m trying to get it together though.
Wow yeah I would say my con is my suite is pretty pricey weekly!
Also I can not control the temperature in the suite!
My pro is you can create suite how every you want paint etc.
Another pro I am able to bring my kids. Some suites don’t care along your kid in your room not running the halls. I can choose to hear the music or you can play your own and shut your door. 😊Also we are able to burn candles. I definitely believe different suites have different rules.
Thank you for posting! I just got my license and I cannot imagine going to work for great clips. I am looking at a suite and everything so I appreciate your advice
Go for it! It wasn’t initially my first plan but it worked out and I’m thankful for that.
Omg not great clips lol is that really where new cosmetology students end up 😩
What type of radio is that please i love the way it sound
I just opened my suite at My Salon Suites. My first week is next week. I’m a little nervous, but ready! I just need to find more ideas to get more clients. 😩
You got this! Im praying things are working out well for you now!
How are you doing with your suite now that your 6 months in? Are you loving it?
Great video with super helpful information. Thank you!
Very well spoken.
Excellent video 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 your information is very helpful and informative, and had given me more to consider (Pros❤️❤️❤️). New subscriber here🥰
Thank you so much for the support! I’m glad you found this helpful. How are things going with you and your cosmo journey?
This is the first place you worked ? It's just a shame you have to hear your neighbors Business & Their Clients. Thank You , for the Tutorial, You did a good job 🕊️
It is. Now that I think about it, I don’t really remember hearing so much chatter when I was in the salon portion of cosmo school and people were still right next to us. I think it’s because it’s not as much background noise, we can just hear everything. It doesn’t help that their voices carry 🤦🏾♀️
This was great. Opening a salon cost me $80K. Plumbing was ridiculous. I only have 5 chairs but it is very busy.
It is booth rental salon.
That's awesome! Whew I feel like plumbing is the number one complaint I hear about. Do you enjoy having a rental salon vs doing commission?
@ Hi Vera, I want to say how much I enjoy your channel. I have been in the hair industry since the 80's! Everything you say and do for your clients/ your personality and the way you put yourself together is what a successful stylist is.
I would never own a commission salon but have worked in one. It is great when first starting in the industry.
For the last 5 years I co own a successful 5 chair booth rental salon in an affluent busy area. It is team oriented and we are all the same price roughly. Even though the rent the stylists pay is $400 a week, (They earn between $1K and $1400k a DAY) we make NO profit other than me and other owner getting our chairs for free if that makes sense. Between every expense, rent, water, electric, toilet paper, coffee ,snow plowing, taxes, trash ,ETC ETC ,things that break etc it isn't really worth it unless I owned on my owned a larger salon on my own...
Suites/ mini salons are the way to go I think.
Commission is good for new stylists out of school but only if they assist or learn somewhere where there is education....
I can tell you worked at a high end salon the way you know how to run your salon.
You said all facts! Girl I felt that on paying more for ur suite then ur own rent😭 I took a tour at salon lofts before I went with Sola Salon Suites and the not being able to play music and the open walls made me run! Lol I can't work without my choice of music. The suites are definitely beautiful but Sola offers nice ones too, double suites too. Do you have one in ur area?
There are times I’m glad I don’t have to choose music so it turned out not being a big con for me. I love the high ceilings but do wish the walls weren’t open. I ultimately went with salon lofts because I was able to have everything taken down and bring my own things in. We have double lofts but I just refuse to pay double the rent lol. We have a few Sola locations but I didn’t like the setup.
@ great content, thank you for the info. May I ask what you didn’t like about the sola suites set up? Is it that you preferred the high ceilings although it comes with less privacy?
I’m glad you’re enjoying the content! I’m at “My Salon Suites” now. I’ve been there for a few months and plan to do a video on what differences I’ve noticed so far.
Do you know if you can rent a double suit and rent out there other time yourself to who want..??
No boss…no large overhead…no greedy salon owners…no drama with other stylists…enough said. Lol. I honestly don’t see a single reason why anyone would ever want to go work for someone else. Screw that. I guess if you didn’t learn a lot in cosmetology school and you want to learn from the salon You could do that but my advice would be get out as soon as possible.
This was very informative! Thank you
I’m glad to hear! Feel free to reach out if tou have any other questions I could help with.
love love love this!
Thank you!
1600 go rent a small space and hire 2 people or rent the stations...
Right!
Great info. I’ve been at ulta for about 2 months and over it lol
I’m so sorry to hear that! Do you mind sharing what you don’t like about it? I had an interview with them when I first graduated but knew it wasn’t going to work out when I learned the manager was the same lady telling me “she don’t THINK” I could vlog my Ulta haul one time. Lol
What I don’t like: well the schedule is set! It’s retail so I thought the schedule would fluctuate, but it does t for stylist. Easy to request off so no big deal. Also, we have to use what ever product they’re promoting that week…chi, dry bar, it’s a 10. I do sneak some in for my personal clients. But what I hate the most is if you aren’t busy, they expect you to walk the aisles and engage with customers or straighten the aisles. I would rather be working on a doll head as I am a newbie to the industry. But I’m going to stick it out until I’m comfortable :)
@@nveazie why I am I literally going through the same exact thing with them smh 🤦♀️
Aww my daughters name is Vera and I’m considering a suite (twinsies 😜) I have taken some time off and homeschool and all my clients have gone on to someone else. Thanks for all the info.
Sorry for the late reply. I hope all is well! That is awesome. I never come across any other Vera’s lol. How are things going with work?
Great Information, thanks for sharing
Anytime! Thanks for watching.
This was so so helpful! Thank you! 😘
Glad it was helpful!
I'm a new subscriber and love your channel. 😁❤
Sorry for the late reply but thank you so much! I hope my videos have helped you and please feel free to reach out if you need anything.
@ Good morning 😁 I appreciate you taking the time to respond. Life is busy so I understand. I hope all is going well for you and your salon. And any other business efforts you have going on. If you haven't already, you should consoder adding consulting to your resume. I think you have a lot of really great knowledge in this industry. Consulting is a fun business and great income. Consulting for people wanting to knowledge should open a salon. What area to open, etc., would most likely be in demand. They know you'll help them avoid mistakes in starting their own salons. And the consultation fee would be a great addition for your income 💰 😁.
If you decide to do it, dont charge a small fee. Charge what you're worth.
Anyway, again I love your channel and will continue to watch. Have a great week. 👑💼
Things are going great! How are you doing? Aw thank you for the kind words. I really do enjoy helping people and coaching is something I’ve been thinking about. We will definitely see what the future holds. You’re definitely right about the extra streams of income. I’m trying to work on having several.
thank you,very helpful.
Thank you! I’m glad it helped.
Yes this what I need, where are located, salon suite for me.
Im in St. Louis, MO.
As a Licensed Massage Therapist of almost 15 years. I have rented other areas and recently looked into a sola salon suite. VERY EXPENSIVE for the amount of room that I need. 100 sq. FT. for 220 a week(average 953 an month!) am I need at least 130 Square feet and that means I just to the next bracket of 320 a month. I mean that is extreme that I am debating just retiring. At what point does a professional ( in any Profession) decide "I'm tired of moving around, finding the right place to work for my clients, and sometimes start all over" I am just feeling discouraged.
I totally understand the feeling. I’m praying you are able to find a place that fits all of your need so you won’t have to move again,
Do they have those kind of suites for clothing boutiques or just for hair and beauty?
Hi! I don’t think there are any that are strictly for a clothing boutique. I could definitely consider partnering up with someone in a suite or a salon to sell your items, though.
Thanks for replying ❤... Great idea.
I am a newbie hairstylist and just got my licensed. I got offered a $299 double suite. It sounds like a great deal, however i am still building. What do you think? Should I go for it?
That’s honestly not bad! I’d say go for it if you plan on staying at that location for a while.
That's a great price for a double!
@@MidlifeCharm it really is a good deal!
@@MidlifeCharm a great price, i was just quoted between 480-505/week for a double
@@joniwright4403 Right they are $515/wk and up in my area.
Thanks for the info. I just subscribed
Thank you so much! Let me check your channel out!
For My Salon Suite
Wow They Seem Very Controlling
I like them mostly because I had the most freedom to do what I wanted with my space. I am now starting to not like that the ceilings don’t go all the way up and ai have to hear everyone else.
Hello! What state are you in?
Hi! I’m in Missouri
Is That a Sola Salon ?
Im at Salon Lofts.
I’m annoyed by the fact that most salon suites are owned by racist.Salon Lofts is the worst.They accused someone I know of babysitting out of her loft.It’s because they were waiting for her to finish their mom.It really was because the kids were black and it made the predominantly white establishment uncomfortable.They are also extremely overpriced!Its like being on commission.
Whew Chile. I wish I could take about my experience there 😩
Wow I didn’t know they were racist. That’s my number ONE deal breaker. No way. I’m white but most my clients are black plus just fuck that. Thanks for the info..!!
I had on one told me He wasnt renting to me at all bc I was black. I was totally taken of guard and in shock, almost speechless. I couldn't believe be really said that to me.
@@tj7179 ..what city is that?
I think the whole industry is racist. That is why its best to have your own business. Are all suite owners white?
I need a suite I’m in Upper Marlboro MD 20774
Hopefully you found one that works for you!
Seems like a HOA it's a no fit me.
Girl tell me all about it! Im just...
This sound like booth rental 🥴
I've never done booth rent but from what I've heard, it does seem similar. I think it also depends on what type of suite you rent as well. My biggest issue at the moment is not being able to do certain things with lighting and other equipment/fixtures without their permission and waiting on them.
Maternity leave? That person has their own business, lol. She isn't an employee!
Yes, some insurance plans offer maternity leave and sick pay for independent workers. Some business owners also work as employees within their businesses and pay themselves accordingly. I say do whatever works best for you!
They quoted $250 a week
Sounds about right!
this is so helpful! 🙏🏼🫶🏼
Salon loft its A no for me no privacy not enough lighting it
Great Information, thanks for sharing
Anytime! Thanks for watching!