Ultimate Hair Salon Equipment List (free PDF checklist) - Sam Villa
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Ultimate Hair Salon Equipment List (free PDF checklist)

Starting your own salon business is a major undertaking, and a big part of that is selecting professional salon equipment. While most hairdressers already own some basic tools, it takes more than a...
A New Vision for Goal Setting - Sam Villa
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A New Vision for Goal Setting

In my many years of supporting and coaching others both within and outside the hair industry, there has been a massive challenge around goal setting. For some, it seems that a specific, measura...
How to Prepare for a Bridal Hair Trial - 5 Tips for Success - Sam Villa
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How to Prepare for a Bridal Hair Trial - 5 Tips for Success

(New York, NY) – How is a stylist supposed to meet a bride’s expectations on her wedding day? It’s a tall order, and bridezilla or not, there’s a lot of in the bridal hair market to make things...
Mindful Manifestation with Daniel Mason Jones - Sam Villa
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Mindful Manifestation with Daniel Mason Jones

How to Create Your Dream Life as a Stylist “Everything that we do, everything that we are, and everything that we will become, comes from manifestation.” -- Daniel Mason Jones As stylists, we lov...
Social Media 101 with Blake Reed Evans - Sam Villa
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Social Media 101 with Blake Reed Evans

“I know I should be doing more on social media, but I’m SO busy already!” If that sounds like you, know that you’re not alone! Social media is constantly evolving and it can b...
Cosmetology Students:  How to succeed at Cosmetology School - Sam Villa
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Cosmetology Students: How to succeed at Cosmetology School

Becoming a Hair Stylist is unforgettable and filled with inspirational learning. You have the gift of a trade filled with endless opportunities! The future is yours. With so much excitement to get ...
How to increase retail sales in your salon - Sam Villa
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How to increase retail sales in your salon

Did you know that 9 out of 10 people leaving a salon say they wish they had more education on how to recreate their new look? According to Redken, the client's ability to recreate their look at hom...
How To Consult Your DIY Clients - Sam Villa
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How To Consult Your DIY Clients

The era of unrealistic expectations is upon us with more and more clients coming in demanding the desired look of a Photoshopped image they find on Pinterest. Salon professionals see this fairly of...
Proper Posture for Hair Stylists | How to Cut Hair Comfortably - Sam Villa
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Proper Posture for Hair Stylists | How to Cut Hair Comfortably

Body position when cutting hair is crucial for different reasons. I know first hand just what happens when you don’t take the time to correct your body positioning  and trust me, not only did my n...