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2015 Shear Madness Summer Conference!

Written by Jim Otto

The Movement to the Madness Summer Conference was held this past July 28th through July 31st at the beautiful and historic Elms Resort and Spa in Excelsior Springs, Missouri. Exclusively for Shear Madness Franchise Partners, the Conference featured great speakers who taught attendees on how to take their business to the next level. New services and revenue streams were introduced, as well as new initiatives to grow and market their business in the community! Franchisees were also able to meet vendors one-on-one at a salon vendor show in order to view the latest merchandise for their location.

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August Newsletter: Back to School Hairquarters!

Written by Jim Otto

Back to School Appointments are going FAST! It's hard to believe, but the back to school countdown has begun! Are you ready for the latest styles? With our great stylists, Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids can help your kids look and feel their very best for a new school year with cool new hairstyles, awesome hair care products, jewelry, a fantastic bow selection and so much more. Be sure to book early, as appointments for back to school haircuts always go FAST at this time of year!

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Five Stages of a Business - Get a Head Start with a Franchise System

Written by Jim Otto

Every business can be identified in the following stages.  Some actually move from one to the next, while others may stay at the same stage during their entire existence.  Businesses in stage one are the most difficult.  During this stage every system, product, etc. needs to be developed from the ground up.  Most don't survive this stage to move on to stage two.  That is one reason that franchising is so attractive to so many.  When one invests in a franchise system, they are getting a business model that already survived stage one and two - and the franchise owner just needs to concentrate on following the system and doing it well! 

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July Newsletter: Madtastic Fun and Cool Sales!

Written by Jim Otto

July Fun and Cool Sales! 

FREE Red, White or Blue Hair Stripes! Are you looking for something a little unique for those fun family picnics, town parades and awesome fourth of july fireworks shows? If so, how about a cool new haircut and a little patriotic hair flare to go with it? At Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids, you can get red, white or blue hair stripes in your hair - FREE with any haircut the week of July 4th!

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How to Grow a Business During Slow Periods - 15 Great Ideas!

Written by Jim Otto

When business is slow it can be a great opportunity to accomplish some things that you normally don't have time for. In our stores there is always something that can be accomplished. Here are some great ideas:

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