The average hair salon operates on roughly an 8% profit margin — thin enough that strong financial habits matter as much as a full appointment book. For salon owners in Hart County and the greater Athens-Clarke County area, where competition ranges from budget student cuts to premium boutique services, getting the business side right is what separates a sustainable salon from one that closes inside five years. These strategies are practical, specific, and built for independent salon owners managing most
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