What I Wish I Would Have Known Before Owning A Salon w/Alice Campbell

Alice Campbell has been a salon owner for 18 years and owns multiple salon and barbershop locations.Alice was initially hesitant about opening a salon but was inspired by her husband's suggestion to create an environment for training and working with talented stylists.Alice emphasized the importance of having help with paperwork and business operations and owning the real estate as personal priorities when opening a salon.The initial stages of opening the salon involved renovating a hundred-year-old house, which required a lot of time and effort.Over time, Alice realized the importance of having clear systems in place and making decisions with a clear head, separating emotions from business matters.Alice's favorite aspect of being a salon owner is witnessing individuals come into the industry despite doubters and ultimately succeed, supporting themselves, and achieving personal milestones.Alice advises struggling salon owners to seek support and not try to handle everything alone, as having a support system can provide valuable perspectives and remind them that they are not alone in their challenges.When starting a salon, Alice initially thought she had a clear vision and business plan but soon discovered unexpected hurdles and the need for clear systems. She emphasized the importance of being adaptable and constantly checking the "winds" to navigate the ever-changing hair industry.Alice warned against being stuck in one's ways and highlighted the necessity of being flexible and willing to adapt to new trends and generations of stylists.Early mistakes made by Alice included trying to please everyone and losing sight of her principles. Once she defined her guidelines, boundaries, and mission, the salon's success improved.