Running a small business is rewarding, but it’s also full of risk. Accidents and mistakes can happen in any workplace, and beauty salons are no exception! It may be wise to prepare for worst-case scenarios so you’re not entirely caught off guard if they happen.

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.

Operating a hair and beauty salon is about so much more than wowing your customer with the latest look that keeps heads turning. It takes commitment, a little bit of hard work and a lot of planning. From the brisk early mornings and late nights to the seemingly endless email chains, it might make you feel like you’re an accountant rather than an owner of a small beauty business.

The photography industry is an exciting one with no two days ever the same. Whether you work in a studio or you’re out and about shooting on location, photography is a profession that comes with risks.

You love the ins and outs of being a hairstylist, and you’ve decided to be the big wig and run your own salon. But the transition between being a hair beautician turned salon owner makes your own hair stand on end and is easier said than done.

Starting a hair and beauty salon business is an in-demand profession in New Zealand. And it’s obvious to see why. Haircuts are consistently in demand and offer excellent job security – even during economic hardship. There are numerous areas to specialise in and even more techniques to learn, so you’ll never be bored.

The world of trades is exciting and filled with many skills, abilities and fields of knowledge. From plumbers to landscapers, sparkies and chippies to painters and joiners just to name a few, there are so many specialities and occupations to mention.

Public Liability insurance covers legal fees and compensation costs if a customer, member of the public, or a supplier claims against you for injury or damage to their property as a result of your alleged negligent business activity. Having Public Liability insurance gives you peace of mind against potentially stressful, time-consuming and costly legal claims.

When it comes to business insurance and tradie insurance, there can be a lot that tradies and subcontractors can benefit from understanding. The sheer number of unique risks that tradies are required to manage may seem overwhelming, which is why many tradies choose to reduce their risk via trade insurance.

Things can get pretty hectic when you run your own small business, so our quick and easy to follow guide is here to help you navigate your business insurance. In part two of our series, we look at how you can ask a few questions and give your policies a business insurance health check.