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Practical notes on bookings, pricing, no-shows and getting paid — from the people building the software, not a content farm.
Operations
When to take a deposit, when to offer a payment plan, and how each changes no-shows, cash flow and what clients are willing to commit to.
2 July 2026
Marketing
SMS gets 98% open rates but Australian spam laws are strict. Here is the playbook for SMS marketing that converts without getting your sender ID flagged.
25 Apr 2026
Use Cases
Pet grooming has unique scheduling needs — breed-specific durations, vaccination records, photos of last cuts. Here is what to look for in 2026.
24 Apr 2026
Operations
Walk-ins are some of your highest-margin customers — but most salons mishandle them at the door. Here are the five common mistakes and the fixes.
22 Apr 2026
Technology
Commission on new clients, card fees and paid add-ons: where 'free' booking software makes its money, and how to compare the real cost.
21 Apr 2026
Use Cases
A spreadsheet works fine — until it doesn't. Here are the five signals it is time to move your single-chair business to proper booking software.
20 Apr 2026
Compliance
Australian salons need to keep specific records for the ATO. Here is the plain-English guide to what counts, how long to keep it, and what to do if you have been sloppy.
19 Apr 2026
Compliance
GST trips up half of new salon owners. Here is the no-jargon explanation of when you charge it, what you can claim back, and how to invoice properly.
17 Apr 2026
Operations
A 10-minute late client cascades into a 30-minute delay by 3pm. Here is how to absorb late arrivals without burning out the team or rushing the next client.
16 Apr 2026
Technology
If your booking system needed three days to set up, you have outgrown it. Here is what a modern 30-minute setup actually covers.
15 Apr 2026
Use Cases
Plumbers, electricians, and locksmiths have different booking needs to salons — but most "salon software" works for them with the right tweaks. Here is the breakdown.
13 Apr 2026
Technology
Not all booking software is built for the Australian market. Here is what to look for — and what to watch out for — when choosing a system in 2026.
12 Apr 2026
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