Posts Tagged ‘spa software’

Is Internet Marketing Right for your Spa Business?

This is an extremely difficult question to answer because there are so many complex factors involved. Specifically they techniques you employ in your Internet marketing campaign as well as the execution of these techniques can determine whether or not Internet marketing will work for your spa business.

Additionally, the likelihood of your target audience using the Internet and responding to your marketing efforts should also be considered into the equation. This article will outline the potential for success in an Internet marketing campaign. Read more ...

First Regional Dayspa Expo to be Held in Atlanta

Bentley International Group announces dates for it first regional Day Spa Expo & Business Forum – http://www.dayspaexpo.com . This business-to-business industry event will be held on October 9 & 10, 2010 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Georgia.

Having produced the annual Day Spa Expo in Las Vegas for the past five years, Patrick Witherspoon, President of Bentley International Group explains why the need for regional events. “Request from attendees has prompted us to plan a series of regional events to bring the Day Spa Expo and Business Forum closer to their area. With the financial restraints being what they are, it makes sense for attendees not to incur a lot of travel expenses to see what’s new for the Spa and Salon industry. Atlanta has been slated for the first regional event because of its proximity to major cities that are within a short distance from Atlanta.  A three to four hour (or less) drive includes: Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. A short flight widens the range for many more attendees from the Eastern Seaboard, the Midwest and other USA regions”, stated Witherspoon. Read more …

Medical Spa Guru: A Medical Esthetician Working In A Laser Center

Starting Up a Surface Medical Spa: 7 Steps

June 9, 2010 from Surface Medical Spas

1. Before anything else, speak to your state’s accreditation department to learn the state laws about laser technicians. Each State’s rules can vary. For instance, CA only allows doctors, physician’s assistants and RNs to carry out a cosmetic laser treatment. Some states require immediate direction from a medical doctor throughout each procedure.

2. Develop your business plan. From it, point out tips on nearby competition and their procedures, together with insights on how you intend to be competitive. Build a new expense plan of estimated purchases to include the Intense pulsed light and cosmetic lasers, (you should evaluate all of the newest cosmetic laser reviews and look into used cosmetic lasersbefore buying), the expense of renting a medical clinic along with all of the essential features, procuring a doctor to work on your workers, obtaining education as well as the required permits, and lastly advertising your laser clinic. Figure out how you are going to procure financing for your company, like a credit union or bank loan, close friends, or maybe an angel investor. (more…)

Creating Your Own Salon Business

From PC Money Secrets

The beauty salon is a strong business to be in these days. Not only are ladies interested in maintaining their looks and making themselves look more attractive, but in many regions men are inclined to spend a good amount on facial and hair care also. It isn’t a business sector geared just towards women any longer. Broadening the customer base provides the ability for more people to successfully start their own beauty salon because there are a broad variety of people utilizing these services on a regular basis.

Starting Up your own beauty salon can be as easy as setting up to see clients in your basement. Read more …

Benefits of Using Software to Manage your Spa or Salon

In order to run a successful Spa business it is necessary to have a software management system to keep track of your clients, employees and products. Management software is capable of keeping a history and record of your client’s visits as well as their product record. It is also capable of keeping track of employees hours and pay scales. It has the ability to keep a record of inventory and sales.

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How to Write a Business Plan for Starting a Medical Spa Practice

By Anastasia Zoldak , eHow Contributing Writer

A comprehensive medical spa practice business plan is the vital first step in building a successful business in the medical spa industry. Without a business plan, spa owners could not apply for loans or government grants. A business plan for a medical spa practice is an operational and financial map of how the spa practice will be operated. It will detail the licensing required and give an account of the costs involved. For additional guidance on researching and creating a business plan, visit the free on-line business plan programs offered through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Read more …

Global Spa Summit Unveils 2010 Agenda and Theme “Bridges Worth Building”

New York, NY (PRWEB) May 7, 2010 — The Global Spa Summit (GSS), the premier annual event for the global spa and wellness industries, today unveiled the final agenda for its conference being held in Istanbul, Turkey from May 16-19. Under the theme “Bridges Worth Building,” delegates will be immersed in three days of high-profile keynote addresses, interactive panels, new research presentations, breakout workshops and hosted dining and networking events. The Summit reports a record number of top-level executives have already registered, spanning a historically diverse number of industries and nations.

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The complete, detailed agenda can be accessed here:

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Comprehensive spa business education at IECSC Las Vegas

April 26th, 2010 by Lisa Starr

IECSC Las Vegas 2010 began early, with a full education program on multiple tracks.  No matter what the type of beauty business you are in, there was something for everyone.  The Advanced Education Workshops featured multiple classes within the track of Spa Business, Wellness, Solo Practitioner, Medical Esthetics Business, Medical Esthetics Procedures, and Makeup, in addition to 3-hour Advanced Education Workshops, Cidesco and ASTECC continuing education, and there were also dozens of Manufacturer classes. Read more ...