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Cosmetology Business Courses: Your 2026 Guide to Building Beauty Industry Expertise

Discover the best cosmetology business courses in 2026, from beauty school basics to advanced online programs that build real salon ownership skills.

5/20/2026
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Empowering Independence: Why I’m So Excited About the Sola Salons and Vagaro Partnership

MySola brings Sola + Vagaro together with exclusive pricing, expert education, and tools to help suite owners run smarter businesses.

5/12/2026
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Hair Salon Prices in 2026: Complete Pricing Guide for Every Service

Discover average hair salon prices in 2026, from haircuts to color and extensions. Learn proven pricing strategies to grow revenue at your salon.

5/11/2026
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How to Create a Salon Referral Program (with Examples)

Learn how to create a salon referral program. Discover referral incentives, tracking tips, common mistakes, and a launch checklist.

5/13/2026
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Are You On Track to Hit Your 2026 Beauty Business Goals?

5/6/2026
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How to Write a Salon Employee Handbook

Learn how to write a salon employee handbook from scratch, with real examples covering pay, scheduling, conduct, and more. A guide for salon owners.

4/30/2026
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8 Beauty Certifications That Pay Well (and Advance Your Career)

Discover the 8 highest-paying beauty certifications for estheticians in 2026, with real income ranges, training costs, and ROI timelines for your career.

4/29/2026
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Vagaro Launches New Yelp Booking Integration

Vagaro's new Yelp integration routes users from review pages directly to booking — here's what the feature does and why it matters for beauty and wellness businesses.

4/23/2026
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Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Beauty Pro's Practical Guide to AI Tools

The no-fluff AI guide for MUAs, estheticians, and salon owners. Smarter consultations, less admin, more rebookings.

4/23/2026
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Everything You Need to Know About Teaching Profitable Beauty Courses

Ready to move from behind the chair to the classroom? Learn how to structure a beauty curriculum, master teaching techniques, and scale your business.

4/22/2026
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How to Pay Yourself as a Salon Owner (And How Much You Should)

Salon owner salaries range from $30K to $500K+ depending on size and structure. Learn how to calculate your pay, avoid tax mistakes, and build a system that works.

4/21/2026
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Beauty Playbook Industry News: Software & Platform Updates

Vagaro, Fresha, Mangomint, GlossGenius, and Boulevard are rolling out AI-powered scheduling and calendar updates in 2026. Here's what's new

4/8/2026