3 Strategies to Maintain Customer Retention in the New Year
“New year, new you” is a phrase used every year that means beginning again, new and improved. But, January 1 is not just an opportunity for consumers to set new goals; it can also be a turning point for businesses. After an indulgent holiday season…
Ninja Warrior Training: A Q&A With Brian Kretsch of Traverse Fitness
We recently interviewed Brian Kretsch, trainer and manager at Traverse Fitness, a Ninja Warrior gym in Richmond, California. You’ll find the same daunting (and iconic) obstacles inside Traverse that you’d find on the American Ninja Warrior TV show, from the Warped Wall to the Salmon Ladder. Brian knows them all very well. He is one of only two ninjas to compete…
Celebrate National Entrepreneurs’ Week
Entrepreneurs embody the promise that lies at the heart of America—that if you have a good idea and work hard enough, the American dream is within your reach. – Former President Barack Obama History of National Entrepreneurs’ Week This quote is from the 2010 Presidential Proclamation…
Alexis on The Road: 5606 Nail Spa
Alexis Madayag is traveling around the United States meeting Vagaro business owners and learning about the ways they support the unique needs of the individuals they serve. Alexis is deaf and doesn’t let that get in her way of living life to the fullest. In this…
Alexis on The Road: Ruane Fitness & Nutrition
Alexis Madayag is traveling around the United States meeting Vagaro business owners and learning about the ways they support the unique needs of the individuals they serve. Alexis is deaf and doesn’t let that get in her way of living life to the fullest. In this segment of…
Detangling Rent & Fees Collection
Salon owners have a lot to think about when renting booths to hair stylists. What do you include, amenities and otherwise, in your booth rental fees? How do you recruit top talent that matches the culture of your salon, get referrals and implement online booking? Then, there’s the subject of bookkeeping. Thanks to Vagaro’s new Automatic Rent & Fees feature, collecting booth rent is no longer on…
Why Your Mental Health Matters for Your Business
Hey, how are you feeling today? This is probably a question you ask your customers daily, but how often do you check in with yourself? As a business owner, juggling the needs of staff and customers can be overwhelming, and may leave you feeling physically and mentally wiped out. In fact, studies have shown that 62% of business owners feel depressed at…
6 Pro Tips to Enhance Your Vagaro Online Presence
Are you looking for a boost in booking? Have you noticed you’re not getting as much traffic to your profile or business lately? It could be because you haven’t yet fully utilized all the awesome Vagaro features to their fullest potential. As for the newcomers of the Vagaro platform, follow these helpful tips to ensure you get your profile off to a running start and keep your…
Your Guide to Taking Quality Photos for Fitness
In business, first impressions are incredibly important and high-quality original photographs make a powerful impact on consumers. Way back in 2011, a survey done by BrightLocal found that 60% of consumers give more consideration to local search results that have images. This preference has only…
3 Ways to Schedule Smarter for the Holiday Season
With the holiday season fast upon us and salons still operating under limited capacity orders, time management has never been more important. Even in a socially distant world, people will still look forward to holiday photo shoots and safe outdoor get-togethers. Here are three different approaches to scheduling that might be just what you need to stay COVID-Clean and make the most of your holiday booking!