Be Your Own Boss

Five Reasons To Build Your Beauty Empire Starting Today

Female entrepreneurship is having a moment and we are absolutely here for it. While being a hairstylist, aesthetician, or other beauty pro has always been a path towards creating your own destiny, there has never been a better time to take the plunge and become your own boss. Here are our top five reasons why.

Money, Honey

Forget about the commissions. Owning your own salon suite means that your income is 100% yours. Sure, you need to deduct expenses like rent and inventory, but all of that is in your control. If you start small in a salon suite, overheads are incredibly low, which means more cash in your pocket. 

Call the Shots

In the beauty industry, there are so many perks to being your own boss in addition to the financial benefits. You can create your own schedule and see clients at times and on days that suit your lifestyle. You get to choose your branding, vibe, and aesthetic of your space. If you’re a solo act, there’s no one to manage and no one managing you. The power is in your hands.

Client Love

Another reason we love being your own boss is having complete control of the customer experience, end-to-end. From health and safety to music, drinks, and signature style, you get to offer an experience that’s completely unique to you. You can also give yourself the creative freedom to develop a niche and become the go-to for blonde bombshells or curly girls. 

Not So Risky Business

The cool thing about starting small, in a salon suite for example, is that you get to dip your toe in the water with no major risk or commitment. Leaving a commission job at a salon can seem daunting, but if you choose to start in an entrepreneurial community, you have the benefit of week-by-week rentals with no long-term lease agreements and minimal set-up costs. It’s a great stepping stone for people who want to own a salon but feel nervous taking the leap. 

Cost Control

Just like owning your income, being your own boss means controlling your expenses too. If you’re starting out solo, you’ll just need your rent and your supplies, there is very little overhead. Having a really strong knowledge of expenditure is key, it helps you to know how much you need to earn to be profitable. From there, the world is your oyster. 

Talia Horta is the co-founder of BriAry Salon Suites, a collection of boutique luxury spaces designed specifically for beauty business owners. BriAry Salon Suites offers rentals as well as business mentoring and coaching to help stylists, aestheticians, and technicians navigate the world of entrepreneurship. www.briarysalonsuites.com