How to Boost your income as a Hairstylist or Braider by doing these 4 things.

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As the new year begins, many people find themselves stressed about their financial situation. If you’re a Hairstylist or Braider, you can increase your income by following these four simple steps:

Offer a Referral Rewards Program

Once you’ve won clients over with your professionalism and technical ability, you should also be sure to ask for a referral. Don’t be pushy, but let the client know you’re new to the salon and working on building clientele.

You can increase clients’ motivation to refer their friends and family by creating a referral rewards program. Give clients a discount for every referral, or offer a free service for a specific number of referrals.

Accept Walk-Ins

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If you’re trying to figure out how to build a clientele but aren’t accepting walk-ins, you’re missing out on a huge opportunity to show off your skills. Accepting walk-ins is a surefire way to increase your overall client base. Set aside one day to accept walk-ins.

Lots of people are busy and forget to schedule appointments. If you can meet their needs and make life a little easier for them, they’ll be sure to come back again, especially if you provide them with excellent service.

Build Your Portfolio

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Showcase your expertise by creating a photo album featuring photos of your past clients. Display this album in your salon as a unique and professional alternative to magazines or scrolling through your phone. It serves as an excellent tool to inspire clients and help them choose their desired hairstyle. Remember to obtain permission from clients before including their photos in the album!

Manage Your Schedule Well

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Like we discussed above, clients don’t like to wait. When you’re a booth renter or mobile hairstylist, it can be difficult to keep track of your appointments. You can sign up for a scheduling app that will help you manage your time to make sure your clients get the best experience possible.



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