How do walk-ins work?
| Walk-ins Welcome! We do not have a receptionist, but please pop your head in and let someone know that you need a service. They will take care of you. |
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Is this booth rental?
Not in the conventional sense. You're not renting a chair in a common area, you actually have a key to your own private salon. No one but you has access to your space, your supplies and your equipment.
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What are the advantages?
It's as simple as booth rental, but you actually have your own salon.
- You set your own schedule and have 24/7 access
- You set your prices and keep 100%
- You keep all profits from retail sales
- You can personalize your space
- No politics in dealing with salon managers
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How do clients react?
They love it! Since you don't work at a large open area, you are able to provide more personal service and when necessary, privacy. This makes clients more comfortable to discuss specific beauty issues and concerns.
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Are larger suites available?
Our standard suites are very roomy. However, we do have a few double-size suites available at each location.
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What's the atmosphere like?
Well, when everyone is happy, the atmosphere follows! Even though each stylist is operating their own business, there's still a sense of community and fun. The space has a very friendly, relaxing feel, similar to a day spa.
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How much is rent, and what's included?
Our spacious single suites start at $250/week, about what you would pay for renting a chair at an upscale salon. Basically, everything is included - water, gas, electricity, wireless Internet access, etc. Each suite is fully equipped with premium cabinets, shampoo bowl and chair.
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What are the other costs (besides rent) to start?
An independent contractors license is required and the cost varies by state. You'll also need liability insurance, which is about $1/day. Suppliers often have special offers for getting you set up with capes, towels and other supplies. We'll help you get vendor arrangements and state licenses. Most of our stylists had never operated their own salon before coming to Salon Concepts. We make it easy, step-by-step.
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Can I share a suite with a friend?
Yes, however, both of you must sign the lease, and there is an additional charge of $50/week per person to cover the additional utility expense. For example, two stylists sharing a $250 single suite would each pay $175/week.
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Who washes my towels and capes?
We have equipment on site, but some stylists find it just as easy to take their laundry home.
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What is a 'Salon Suite'?
Salon suites are a new concept, where each stylist has a dedicated individual salon within a larger space.
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Who books my appointments?
There is not a receptionist. Althought you can pay an outside service to manage your appointments, all of our stylists have found that in fact, managing their own book is both easier and better. You know your clients better than any receptionist could, so when you call, you can book the right services and time for them. Most stylists have a separate cell phone used exclusively for business.
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What's the history of Salon Concepts?
Salon Concepts was planned for many years before opening the first location in early 2007 (Montgomery Location). Since then, Oakley, West Chester and Fields Ertel locations have been added and more are planned for 2010 and beyond.
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Will there be other locations?
Yes, we are planning to develop several additional locations in the Greater Cincinnati / Northern KY area. If you're interested in a Salon Concepts coming to your neighborhood or to a specific part of town, please let us know.
Check us out at 7795 Five Mile in Anderson. Construction is starting and we will be open July 1, 2010. Don't forget our Fields Ertel location at 9950 Kings Auto Mall Road which will be open by mid June 2010. Northern Kentucky will be here by Fall 2010. Don't worry, there are more locations on the way. We have only just begun.
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Who do I contact with further questions?
Just call Mia Williams at 513-533-3700, or email us: info@salon-concepts.com
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