Are you planning to start your own hair salon business but unsure where to start? We’ve got you covered by providing the stepping stones on where you may begin, including a certificate of registration, purchasing the right equipment, and choosing the right beauty salon insurance.
Getting experience
Before delving into starting your hair business, ensuring you have the right skills and experience will leverage your ideas and boost your plans when beginning your newest venture. There are many institutions and programs that provide the skills to become a hairdresser or a barber, such as courses and apprenticeships. You can get qualified certificates through institutions that are recognised by the New Zealand Hair and Beauty industry. There are different ways to gain experience. You might consider getting a background in sales or customer service at a local hair salon or even becoming a hairdresser or barber’s assistant.
Skills that are highly sought after by hairdressers might include:
- Being friendly
- Positive attitude
- Highly organised
- Have an eye for detail
- Great communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions
Applying for a Hairdressing Licence
When you are ready to open up your own hairdressing salon you will require a licence. . You will need to go to your local council to apply for your Hairdressing licence and this can be done online or in person.
Choosing your premises
When searching for the right location and signing a lease for your new hair salon, you might want to consider getting a Certificate of Registration to identify the premises as one that follows the correct health regulations by hairdressers. It might be crucial to also check with the landlord that you are able to operate your business on their premises, as some areas may not allow commercial companies. Looking for places with good lighting, parking spots, and even accessibility may be better for your hair salon’s customers, especially when impressing them at first glance. Having a good eye for detail in your ideal locations might also include access to water in rooms for washing and basins, toilets, and even a reception or waiting area for convenience.
Preparing your equipment
Preparing your salon for your clients with the correct equipment and tools will ensure your business runs smoothly. Having these ready will keep you organised for your clients. You might want to consider the following pieces for your services:
- Clean towels, a new one for each client
- Scissors
- Handheld mirrors
- Washing machine to cleanse towels and robes
- Hairdryers
- Hairspray
- Hair Clippers, shavers and trimmers
- Brushes and combs
- Foils
- Disposable hair caps
- Treatments that you wish to offer
- Shampoos and conditioners
- Tint bowls and brushes
Marketing your hair salon
You might want to market your new business to reach your ideal customers and clients by advertising your offers and services to them. Researching your customers, competitors, and trends has been made easier with the internet. Traditional forms like word-of-mouth and business cards are great ways to promote your hair salon locally. Implementing online marketing such as making a website or social media profile can build your online presence.
Making use of the cheap ways to enhance your business through these online tools may be able to grow your client base, either through engaging content or having a clear path of communicating directly to them to answer their enquiries in no time. A website, in particular, may make it easy for customers to view your offers and services without having to contact you and can directly book through a system to see the availabilities of hairdressers to suit their needs or occasions. Building brand awareness and showcasing your brand’s intentions in providing excellent customer service in the beauty industry through marketing might be one of the top ways to introduce yourself to new and current hairdressing customers.
Protecting your business with the right insurance
Insurance for beauty salons and beauty professionals might want insurance to protect their small businesses. If you are just starting your hair salon business, you may want to consider the cover you can obtain from beauty salon insurance. Here at BizCover, we can assist you in finding the right policy to keep your hair salon open and running, even when an unpredictable occurrence happens while you’re working. Helping small businesses has been our top priority, and ensuring new beauty salons like yours receive the protection they want, starting your business will be just like a walk in the park.
Did you know?
It is mandatory to have Professional Indemnity Insurance for your beauty salon business to be recognised by the New Zealand Association of Registered Beauty Professionals.
This information is general only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. It should not be relied upon as advice. As with any insurance, cover will be subject to the terms, conditions and exclusions contained in the policy wording.
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