Posts in hairdressing
HEIR Education Named BIBA Finalist for Start-Up Business of the Year!

HEIR Education is thrilled to announce that we have been named a finalist in the prestigious BIBAs (Be Inspired Business Awards) for Start-Up Business of the Year.

This recognition is a testament to our passion, dedication, and the positive impact we've made in the hair and beauty industry.

We are excited to be part of this esteemed event, where we'll celebrate our achievements alongside other exceptional business owners.

Stay tuned for updates on this incredible journey!

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The Surprising Impact a Community can have on the Success of your Salon!

In the digital age, education has expanded beyond the traditional classroom setting. With the rise of online courses, e-books, and YouTube tutorials, people can learn just about anything from the comfort of their own homes. However, with all this information available at our fingertips, it's easy to overlook one critical aspect of education - community.

Joining an engaged community that shares your interests and values can be a game-changer when it comes to learning and growth. These communities offer support, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing that you might not find elsewhere. They can provide a network of like-minded individuals who are working towards similar goals, and who can help you overcome challenges, discover new insights, and achieve your objectives.

In this blog, we explore the hidden value of community in education and how engaged networks can accelerate your learning journey. We'll take a closer look at the difference between an audience and a community, the benefits of paid versus free communities, and the power of being part of a network where you can collaborate, share ideas, and gain valuable insights.

Join us as we dive deeper into the world of community and discover how being part of an engaged network can transform your education and fuel your success

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Chat GPT and your Salon business. Whats the big deal?

We absolutely understand the need to have a range of skills when it comes to being a successful salon owner.

Overall, running a successful salon business requires a diverse set of skills and knowledge, and salon owners need to be competent in two many areas to thrive in the industry.

From business management, Marketing, Team Management, Creative Skills and everything in between - its no wonder that we can often suffer with “writers block” when it comes to content creation!

it is common for people at all levels in the hair and beauty industry to focus on their practical skills rather than their writing abilities.

Writing may not be a skill that comes naturally to everyone, and many salon owners or hairdressers may find it challenging to create compelling content that engages their audience.

This is where tools like Chat GPT can be particularly useful, as they can help generate high-quality, personalised content that resonates with a salon's target audience.

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A Fool Proof Method To Gain More Salon Clients Without Discounting

Making this easy change in your marketing strategy will mean you never need to discount your services again! Discover HEIR Education’s fool proof method to gain more salon clients without discounting.
It’s the marketing term which we hear over and over again: “ideal client”.

But what the heck is an ideal client? What does that mean and why is it important?

As Salon Owners and Educators, this is something we also resisted for a very long time. It was the essence of where we were going wrong in business.

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Deposit and Cancellation Policies made easy

Enforcing a deposit and cancellation policy can cause massive problems in a Hair or Beauty Salon business, here are some tips to help you to create and enforce a professional and pain free policy to protect your business from late cancellations and no shows.

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Should Salon’s offer discounts during quieter times?

OH NO! Your salon or your freelance column has quietened down and panic sets in. It’s not busy enough, and you have bills to pay. Should we put a discount on to attract new clients?


There seems to be an overriding conclusion that most salon owners and freelancers come here…

put an ‘offer on!’


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