The Truth About Cancellation Fees
About the author: Codie Henry is a former stylist based in PA and the Vice President of The Sovereign Stylist. Having finished his...
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Francine Thompson
- Nov 21, 2022
- 7 min
The Lifecycle of a Hairstylist
4-Phases of being a haristylist: Employment, Growth, Mastery, and Discontent.
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LeeAnn Miley
- Oct 11, 2022
- 3 min
Holding Your Own: The Importance of Client Boundaries
Setting boundaries with clients is the key to having a positive vs. negative career behind the chair. Here's how to hold your own...
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LeeAnn Miley
- Oct 1, 2022
- 4 min
Promote Your Salon Business
Business promotions communicate with the public to influence them to choose you as their stylist.
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LeeAnn Miley
- Jun 9, 2021
- 4 min
A Sovereign Stylist: Zoua Xiong
This month we introduce you to Sovereign Stylist, Zoua Xiong, from Minnesota.
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LeeAnn Miley
- May 4, 2021
- 6 min
A Sovereign Stylist: Marta Belo
The down to earth, Marta Belo, is our Sovereign Stylist for the month of April.
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Codie Henry
- Apr 28, 2021
- 5 min
Combating the Negative Review
About the author: Codie Henry is a former stylist based in PA and the Vice President of The Sovereign Stylist. Having finished his...
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thesovereignstylist
- Mar 15, 2021
- 6 min
Make Or Break The Customer Survey
all businesses need to track customer feedback, and individual stylists are no exception to this rule.
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LeeAnn Miley
- Mar 4, 2021
- 4 min
A Sovereign Stylist: Lorraine Fleri
Meet February's Sovereign Stylist of the month, business-minded Lorraine Fleri of Virginia.
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thesovereignstylist
- Feb 11, 2021
- 3 min
A Sovereign Stylist: Stacie Young
Meet the vivacious Stacie Young, she's our Sovereign Stylist for January 2021!
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R.L. Whitt
- Dec 31, 2020
- 5 min
From One New Stylist To Another
As a first-year stylist myself, I have accumulated a list of red flags, roadblocks, suggestions, and the do’s and don’ts of beauty.
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D'Arcy Harrison
- Dec 7, 2020
- 5 min
Review: Education for Aqua Hand-Tied Extensions
A sponsored review of the Hand-Tied Certifications by Aqua Hair Extensions.
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LeeAnn Miley
- Oct 20, 2020
- 5 min
What's in a Title?
When it comes to being a stylist you are either an independent contractor, self-employed business owner, or employee.
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Jenna White
- Oct 2, 2020
- 6 min
The Real Cost of a Haircut
In the US, few states offer protection against gender-based price discrimination. Where protection exists, it is rarely enforced.
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LeeAnn Miley
- Aug 27, 2020
- 6 min
1099-NEC, What You Need To Know
1099-NEC takes the place of 1099-MISC for nonemployee compensation, but who receives this form is not that cut and dry.
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LeeAnn Miley
- Aug 5, 2020
- 5 min
Consequences of Overtime
Non-exempt employees are to be paid at least time and a half for every hour over 40 in a 7 day work week.
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D'Arcy Harrison
- Jul 12, 2020
- 4 min
What To DO When Testing Positive With Covid-19
If you or a co-worker or employee test positive for COVID-19...here are clear steps to take.
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LeeAnn Miley
- Jul 6, 2020
- 12 min
Sporting a Bump Behind the Chair
Being pregnant while behind the chair can be difficult. Learn how to physically & psychologically make it through while rockin' some hair!
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LeeAnn Miley
- Jun 28, 2020
- 6 min
Deregulation: An Industry Curse
Deregulation is currently the most prevalent issue for the beauty industry. Deregulation is the attempt to remove government regulations.
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Codie Henry
- Jun 21, 2020
- 3 min
Could Your Business Be Sued for $150k?
In a world where digital media is at our fingertips, have we ever stopped to ask ourselves, "Are we digital pirates?"
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Codie Henry
- Jun 18, 2020
- 4 min
Navigating Facebook and Dodging the Algorithm
Facebook and it's algorithm can be beasts to overcome. Here are some tips and tricks to dodge it.
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Codie Henry
- Jun 17, 2020
- 7 min
So, You Think You Know Instagram?
See Instagram through the eyes of a Public Relations professional - from the ground up.
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LeeAnn Miley
- May 30, 2020
- 6 min
Debunking the 1099 Status
I see and hear it all the time, “I’m a 1099,” and it causes my eyes to roll so far back in my head that they get stuck. Let's just get this
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LeeAnn Miley
- May 6, 2020
- 10 min
Creating an Experience for your Clients
Creating a positive experience for clients will turn them into loyal clients.
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