{"id":47131,"date":"2023-10-20T15:52:32","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T15:52:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/startupsmart.test\/2023\/10\/20\/hairdressing-salon-startupsmart\/"},"modified":"2023-10-20T15:52:32","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T15:52:32","slug":"hairdressing-salon-startupsmart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.startupsmart.com.au\/uncategorized\/hairdressing-salon-startupsmart\/","title":{"rendered":"Hairdressing salon – StartupSmart"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A trip to the hairdressers is often the only time people allow themselves to be pampered. On a personal level it can be a highly rewarding business to go into. <\/span><\/p>\n

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That being said, you\u2019re dealing with a highly valuable product \u2013 your customers\u2019 hair \u2013 so if you make a mistake you can guarantee you won\u2019t last long.<\/p>\n

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StartupSmart provides a snapshot of the industry to ensure your business can cut it.<\/p>\n

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What is it and who is it suited to?<\/h2>\n


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A hairdresser or hair stylist is someone who cuts, treats and styles others\u2019 hair for a living. Most hairdressers work in a salon, although many work from their home or visit their customers\u2019 homes.<\/p>\n

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Before you even start to think about setting up, you should have several years\u2019 hairdressing experience of your own.<\/p>\n

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It is also a busy environment, particularly in the lead-up to the holidays, so be prepared to work long hours during certain periods.<\/p>\n

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Working in a salon can be fast-paced and stressful at times. It\u2019s therefore imperative you enjoy working with people and know how to multitask.<\/p>\n

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Rules and regulations<\/h2>\n


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A typical salon will contain an extensive range of electrical items including hairdryers, hair straighteners<\/em> and curling irons. This equipment should be checked on a regular basis.<\/p>\n

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One of the most important laws that hairdressers must abide by relates to hair dyes and shampoos, some of which can be hazardous. Care needs to be taken when staff are handling chemicals and, in some cases, protective clothing may need to be worn.<\/p>\n

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As an employer, you are liable for the work your staff do. With members of the public stepping over your threshold, you must also have public liability insurance.<\/p>\n

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Many salons are in rented premises. It sounds obvious, but to avoid headaches make sure you have a written agreement with your landlords that you understand and are comfortable with.<\/p>\n

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Research and competition<\/h2>\n


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There is no shortage of hairdressing courses to get you up to speed; the Australian Academy of Hairdressing is Australia\u2019s major provider of hairdressing training.<\/p>\n

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The academy trains hairdressers and beauty therapists using innovative salon-based methods. The training suits all ages, including adult learners.<\/p>\n

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\u201cHairdressing college training offers an alternative to a hairdressing apprenticeship and you will be a fully qualified hairdresser in a third of the time, able to work in or own your salon,\u201d it says.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe offer Certificate II, III and IV courses to our local and overseas students. Our credentials are Australian Government and CRICOS-accredited.\u201d<\/p>\n

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It may also be worth investing in an accountancy course. If you can complete your tax returns yourself, it could save you a good deal of money on accountants\u2019 bills.<\/p>\n

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As with any business, when you start-up a hairdressing salon you will need a certain amount of capital behind you. You then need to decide who your core customer will be.<\/p>\n

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There are many different types of salons out there, which attract and cater for different sectors of the market. There will be those that mainly have young professional customers on their books, those that attract families and those that attract the older generations.<\/p>\n

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Phil and Shannon Adair, who founded StartupSmart Awards top 50 business Kidz Lidz Salons, identified a niche in the market for children and their families.<\/p>\n

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\u201cKidz Lidz is a special concept in kids\u2019 haircuts and kids\u2019 hairdressing\u2026 Our hairdressers are qualified to suit the needs and wants of children,\u201d the founders say.<\/p>\n

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Costs and earnings<\/h2>\n


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The Adairs had to sell an investment property in order to fund their business; their start-up costs were between $100,000 and $500,000.<\/p>\n

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In the previous financial year, Kidz Lidz recorded revenue of $750,000.<\/p>\n

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In addition to the venue itself, equipment includes clippers, heated rollers, straighteners, tongs, scissors, treatments and chairs.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re in business purely for the money, then hairdressing is probably not the way to go. However, running a good salon isn\u2019t really about the money. A good salon should inspire loyalty from its clients.<\/p>\n

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An average day<\/h2>\n


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As stated earlier, working in a salon means you\u2019ll generally be on your feet for most of the day and juggling more than one thing at once.<\/p>\n

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According to the Adairs, every day is a challenge. But it\u2019s all worth it if you\u2019re passionate about what you do and create a positive working environment.<\/p>\n

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\u201cYou learn that you never stop moving and that you must adapt with change or you will get left behind. When it\u2019s your own business, you work harder than you\u2019ve ever worked, though the payoff is that you are creating something and making a difference,\u201d they say.<\/p>\n

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\u201c[Kidz Lidz is] very community-based. You feel connected here. Everyone knows us and we know them; it\u2019s a happy place work.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Useful contacts<\/h2>\n


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Australian Academy of Hairdressing<\/strong><\/p>\n

03 9329 9544<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry<\/strong><\/p>\n

02 6273 2311<\/p>\n

03 9668 9950<\/p>\n

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Australian Government Small Business Support Line<\/strong><\/p>\n

1800 777 275<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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