Lesson 6 Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this lesson the learner will:

  1. Identify the different options a manicure technician has to get into the salon business
  2. List the advantages and disadvantages of renting a booth in a cosmetology salon.
  3. Analyze the cost structure of the different types of options to start in the cosmetology business, including renting a booth or starting a cosmetology salon.
  4. Recognize the different legal entities that a business can have when starting a salon, such as sole ownership, partnership, or corporation, and the advantages and disadvantages of each type of entity.
  5. Estimate the cost of building a salon or remodel an existing location.
  6. Understand good hiring practices.
  7. Identify the dos and don’ts for the front desk receptionist.
  8. Analyze the different social media options for modern advertising, and how to proceed for each one.