Must-Reads: Oct. 13, 2017

Weekly wisdom from around the web for salon and spa owners

5 Little Words That Will Make You a Much Better Leader

Being the one who has the "last word" may feel good in the moment, but can impact your effectiveness as a leader. According to Simon Sinek, fine-tuning your listening skills will allow you to become a better leader. Read more at Inc.

Longstanding Spas Share Their Secrets for Success

Whether your spa is in its infancy or you're an industry vet, it's always helpful to glean tips from people who have achieved success. The seven tips outlined in this article can help take your spa business to next level. Read more at DAYSPA.  

Strategies: It's Never Okay to Be Late

As a small business owner, keeping track of your time and staying organized can be a challenge, being busy is never an excuse for lateness. When a client is late for their appointment, it can throw your whole schedule out the door. It's also important for you practice what you preach by also holding yourself accountable when it comes to your timeliness. Read more at American Salon.

27 Entrepreneurs Share Their Secrets to Staying Focused

Being an entrepreneur in today's world requires you to be in business-mode 24/7. With so many tasks at-hand on a daily basis, there is a constant struggle to find enough hours in the day to get things done. How can you stay focused and avoid the burn-out? Take a look at these strategies from some of the most successful entrepreneurs in the biz today. Read more at Entrepreneur.

5 Warm Colors to Brighten Fall's Dark Days

As the weather becomes more crisp, we bundle up in wooly sweaters and sip on piping hot pumpkin spice lattes to keep cozy. But another thing that is totally en vogue for fall is swapping out your summer hair color with a warm, coppery hue. Here are five of the most sought-after shades this fall. Read more at American Salon.

About the Author

With over seven years of experience, Denise Prichard is an experienced content marketing professional with a penchant for writing compelling copy and content within the health, wellness and beauty industries. She graduated with a degree in English from Arizona State University in 2010 and currently runs her own blog, Fueled by Vegetables, a project that stems from her passion of living a healthy, joyful life and encouraging others to do the same. When she isn't writing or editing, you can find her teaching yoga classes throughout the valley, inventing yummy recipes and hanging out with her rescue pups, Eleanor and Stevie. She currently serves as the Content + Copy Editor at Booker Software.

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