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June 4, 2026
How to Get More Clients on Instagram for Hairstylists with Jamie Dana
Jamie Dana always keeps her business advice practical, and this one is all about turning Instagram into a real booking machine. She covers the updates and strategies that actually move the needle instead of chasing every trend. If your content feels busy but your chair stays empty, this will help you fix that. Watch it, take notes, and rework your next few posts.
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June 3, 2026
How to Transition From Cosmetology School Into the Business | Strong Hair Co
This is the talk I wish every new grad got before they hit the floor. Strong Hair Co lays out how to actually turn your license into a real career, from building a book to thinking like a business owner instead of just an employee. It is honest about the stuff school skips over and sets new stylists up to win. Worth a watch if you are early in the game or mentoring someone who is.
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June 2, 2026
Which Salon Model Has the Most Profit Potential with Britt Seva
If you have ever wondered whether to rent a chair, take a suite, commission or go full salon owner, this one is worth your time. Britt Seva lays out each salon model and walks through where the money actually comes from so you can stop guessing. What I appreciate is that she ties it all back to your long term profit instead of just the day to day. Smart business thinking for any stylist mapping out their next move.
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June 1, 2026
How to Get Your First 100 Clients as a New Hairstylist
Building a book from zero is the hardest part of this career and this one lays out a real plan. It covers practical self promotion and the habits that actually turn into booked clients, not just follows. We love sharing business education that helps stylists grow with the FSE community. Focus on building clientele the smart way and the chair fills up faster than you think.
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July 3, 2025
Stop making me sell retail!
Tired of the pressure to push retail? You’re not alone. In this candid conversation, we unpack the real reasons behind the retail push in salons—and why it doesn’t have to feel like a sales pitch. Whether you’re a stylist frustrated by the sales pressure, a salon owner looking to boost revenue without alienating your team, or a client wondering what’s behind the product recommendations—you’ll get honest, practical insights that benefit everyone. We cover: Why retail matters (and when it doesn’t) How to shift from selling to educating What salon owners can do to create a culture of trust Why clients deserve product recommendations without the pressure This is the video every beauty pro (and client) needs to see.
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June 12, 2025
Why 90% off your clients won't come back
Let’s talk about something nobody wants to admit out loud in the salon world—most of our clients don’t stick around. It’s not personal (well, sometimes it is), but it is something you have control over. In fact, research shows the average salon client only comes back about six times before disappearing into the ether. So if you’ve noticed your books looking a little light lately, or that familiar faces aren’t returning—this might be why. The New Client Syndrome When a new client walks in, we roll out the red carpet. We’re on time, we give them the best chair, we offer drinks, ask questions, listen closely, and genuinely try to impress them. And guess what? It works. They leave feeling great, and you get that glowing feeling of a job well done. But then what happens? By the third or fourth visit, the sparkle fades. Maybe we’re running behind and make them wait. Maybe we cancel last minute, rush through their appointment, or stop giving them that “first-time client” treatment. It’s not always intentional—it’s just human nature. We get comfortable. But here’s the hard truth: your most loyal clients are the ones who need the most attention. Loyalty Is Earned, Not Assumed If a client has been to you six times or more, they’re telling you: “I trust you with my hair. I’ve made you part of my routine.” That’s a big deal. These are the people keeping your business alive. Yet somehow, they often get the least amount of your energy and effort. So next time you see “Sally” on your schedule for the fifth month in a row, resist the urge to mentally check out. Instead, flip the mindset. That’s not “just Sally.” That’s your most valuable relationship in the salon that day. What To Do Differently Here are three simple shifts that can make a big difference: • Treat every repeat like a first-time visit. Greet them with the same energy. Ask how they’ve been. Offer them something. • Honor their time. Be on time. Don’t cancel unless absolutely necessary. • Celebrate them. Thank them. Send a follow-up message. Show appreciation. These little moments compound over time—and that’s how you turn six visits into sixty. Want More Tips Like This? This is exactly the kind of insight you’ll get inside the FSE AI app—your new personal hair education assistant. It pulls from over a decade of video tutorials, podcasts, and lessons from Free Salon Education to help you grow your skills and your business. Let’s stop losing clients at visit six. Let’s build the kind of loyalty that lasts years—not months.
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