As a professional in the beauty industry, you know how important it is to make sure your clients feel relaxed, pampered, and beautiful when they leave your salon. But what about tips? Are you relying on tips to make ends meet each month? If so, you may be leaving money on the table. Here’s why you should expect more from your clients and charge what you’re worth—so that tips become an added bonus instead of a necessity.
Charge What You’re Worth
It’s easy to rely on tips to help pay the bills. After all, who wouldn’t enjoy an extra $20 or $50 at the end of the day? However, if you are relying on tips for income, then it might be time to reevaluate your pricing structure. Make sure that your prices reflect the quality of service that you provide and that they are tailored to give you enough money to cover costs and make a decent living.
Also consider offering packages as well as individual services. This way, customers will receive a discount for buying multiple services at once and feel like they’re getting more bang for their buck (which is something we all love). And ultimately, this approach helps ensure that you get paid more for each appointment than just relying on tips alone.
Set Expectations Ahead of Time
When clients come in for their appointment, let them know ahead of time what kind of tip is customary in your industry. People like knowing what's expected of them so they don't feel obligated or uncomfortable during their visit. Setting expectations beforehand can also help eliminate any awkwardness after the appointment when it comes time to pay—or tip!
Plus, setting expectations can help create a sense of luxury among your customers by communicating that tipping is not required but encouraged and appreciated if they wish to do so. When people see themselves as part of an exclusive club—like being one of your VIP clients—they are much more likely to keep coming back and even recommend friends or family members who need a beauty touch-up every now and then.
As beauty professionals, we understand how important it is for our clients to look good and feel beautiful after their visit with us; however, we must remember our own worth too! Don’t rely on tips alone; charge what you are worth upfront so those extra dollars become an added bonus rather than something expected from customers who often have no idea how much work goes into each appointment behind-the-scenes. Set expectations ahead of time so everyone feels comfortable with the process—and let them know that tipping is never required but greatly appreciated! That way everyone leaves satisfied—you included!