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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 24 MIN

Just Because It's Trending Doesn't Mean It's Profitable

from Destroy The Hairdresser · host Destroy The Hairdresser

Head spas are everywhere right now.From social media feeds to salon conferences, owners are being told this is the next big thing that's going to transform their business. But is it really?In this episode, Cyd and David unpack the head spa trend, the pressure salon owners feel to jump on every new opportunity, and the costly mistakes that happen when businesses invest in trends without a real strategy behind them.They discuss:Why trendy services aren't automatically profitableThe hidden costs of adding new services to your salonHow forcing staff into new services can create resentment and burnoutThe surprising similarities between aggressive head spa sales and retail sales pressureWhy "more services" doesn't always equal more revenueThe difference between adding a service because it's trending versus because it supports your business modelWhat successful head spa businesses are doing differentlyThis isn't an anti-head spa episode. It's a conversation about making intentional business decisions instead of chasing shiny objects.If you're considering adding a head spa, wellness service, or the next big trend to your salon, this episode might save you thousands of dollars and a lot of headaches.🎙️ Listen now and learn how to evaluate opportunities through the lens of profitability, sustainability, and long-term business growth.🔥 Want deeper conversations like this? Join us inside the Hairdresser Business Club, where we help salon owners build profitable businesses without chasing every industry trend.🚐 Don't forget to check out the Disobedient Tour as we bring these conversations on the road and challenge everything you've been taught about running a salon.

Head spas are everywhere right now.From social media feeds to salon conferences, owners are being told this is the next big thing that's going to transform their business. But is it really?In this episode, Cyd and David unpack the head spa trend, the pressure salon owners feel to jump on every new opportunity, and the costly mistakes that happen when businesses invest in trends without a real strategy behind them.They discuss:Why trendy services aren't automatically profitableThe hidden costs of adding new services to your salonHow forcing staff into new services can create resentment and burnoutThe surprising similarities between aggressive head spa sales and retail sales pressureWhy "more services" doesn't always equal more revenueThe difference between adding a service because it's trending versus because it supports your business modelWhat successful head spa businesses are doing differentlyThis isn't an anti-head spa episode. It's a conversation about making intentional business decisions instead of chasing shiny objects.If you're considering adding a head spa, wellness service, or the next big trend to your salon, this episode might save you thousands of dollars and a lot of headaches.🎙️ Listen now and learn how to evaluate opportunities through the lens of profitability, sustainability, and long-term business growth.🔥 Want deeper conversations like this? Join us inside the Hairdresser Business Club, where we help salon owners build profitable businesses without chasing every industry trend.🚐 Don't forget to check out the Disobedient Tour as we bring these conversations on the road and challenge everything you've been taught about running a salon.

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Head spas are everywhere right now.From social media feeds to salon conferences, owners are being told this is the next big thing that's going to transform their business. But is it really?In this episode, Cyd and David unpack the head spa trend,...

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