John Gaudet's Insurance Blog
I am proud to offer business insurance solutions through our wide network of appointed carriers and partnered brokers. We have targeted programs for the hair salon industry that offer robust sets of coverage including Liability, Property, Worker’s Compensation, Cyber, and many more. I would be more than happy to discuss insurance solutions that best fit your particular needs!

An Easy NY Paid Family Leave Guide Every Salon Owner Should Read
Since January 1, 2018, New York state requires most private businesses to provide a Paid Family Leave coverage (PFL) for their employees. It’s important to understand what your program is required to provide, as well as other details regarding its enactment. The purpose of the PFL is to provide time off with pay for family members who wish to bond with a new baby, adopted or foster children, to care for a family member with serious health issues, or to help family when a loved one is deployed overseas for active military duty.

4 Ways to Make Your Salon Greener
How green is your hair salon? Choosing options to protect the environment while running a successful salon do not need to interfere with one another. There are ways to make your salon greener while still achieving your revenue goals. Green methods can even attract eco-conscious clients to your salon who prefer to frequent businesses that make efforts to protect our natural resources. Here are four tips to improve the “greenness” of your salon.

Avoid an Instagram Flop with These 4 Tips for Hair Salons
Instagram can be an excellent platform to show your hair salon’s best work and gain new clients. When done correctly, you can use Instagram to reach new prospective clients and highlight some of your unique services. There are tricks and tips to ensure the time and effort you put into your Instagram marketing makes a positive impact on your business. Here are four tips for hair salons to maximize their exposure on Instagram and avoid a marketing flop.

3 Simple Tips to Avoid Worker's Compensation Headaches for Your Hair Salon
Keeping your employees safe from injury is good for your employees and your salon’s bottom line. When an employee is injured on the job, worker’s compensation insurance is there to ensure your staff will get the medical care they need and help cover other expenses.

3 Ways to Make Sure Your Salon Products Are Flying Off the Shelves
Sending your clients out the door with salon products after their service is an excellent way to increase your per-client revenue. If you own a hair salon or spa, your retail products offer a great revenue source that is often underutilized. Like adding dessert to dinner at a restaurant, your salon products can be the upsell you need to bring your profits to the next level. Here are three ways your employees can enhance your salon product sales.

4 Ways Your Salon Stylists Can Be Customer Retention Rockstars
Client retention is a key component to success in the salon industry. Bringing in new customers is expensive; creating repeat customers is the best way to increase your profits. Both salon owners and stylists can earn more revenue from building a loyal client base...