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2018: A Year of Record Revenue & Growth!

Posted by Matthew S on Fri, Jan 25, 2019 @ 12:01 PM

Continuing to build our brand & infrastructure was a major goal in 2018, as well as engaging franchise candidates who would like to join our Shear Madness family!

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We continued to build out our intranet site and make it a valuable hub of information for our franchise partners. Our intranet site houses our proprietary and award winning training manuals and modules along with housing our franchisee friendly library of marketing materials. 

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Additionally we redesigned our website to make it more mobile friendly and usable for customers looking for our locations, as well as to capture and inform more franchise candidates on our award winning system. After our redesign we had a top rated franchise media company grade our website and it received high marks for usability and overall appearance. You can visit it at Shear Madness Franchising. Let us know what you think!

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As with most franchise systems, building our brand is a constant goal. In 2018 we were awarded the Number One Children's salon franchise in America by Francompare, an independent rating service based in Oakland California. Francompare uses a sophisticated 45 point rating system when grading franchises and has an exhaustive database of franchise disclosure documents that they comb through before they give out their franchise winners. 

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We look forward to 2019 and to continue to build on what is most important to us: being selective in our franchise awarding process and awarding franchises to those candidates that understand our culture. Equally important to us is giving our current franchisees the ongoing support, training and marketing assistance that they need to be successful. We also strive to create an over the top customer experience. At Shear Madness Haircuts for kids, Where Every Child Matters is more than just a slogan, it's what we believe in and why we do what we do. It's why we exist! We're confident that 2019 will be our best year ever! 

Grow With Us in 2019!!!

francomparesmfawardShear Madness Franchising franchises our award-winning Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids salons  (FranCompare™ Best in Child Hair Care 2018). We have worked with franchise stores in providing franchisee support (in order to encourage continual growth and business success), and have sometimes seen the unexpected happen! When it does, we help by identifying and helping with challenges that might arise for franchisees. Additionally, we work to present options that can help prevent these events as well. As many franchise owners may not have opened a business before, having someone who can advise them is a significant advantage of franchise ownership!

Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity or small business marketing, great marketing strategies, resources for small businesses, franchise success, how to grow your small business or how to become a successful owner of your own kids hair salon franchise business, please click below or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD

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Topics: franchise opportunity, business growth, franchising, franchise growth, business success, kids hair salon, best kids hair salon

Ring in 2019 with Shear Madness!

Posted by Matthew S on Wed, Jan 2, 2019 @ 14:01 PM

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AMAZING!!! Semi-Annual Bow-Out Sale! Our awesome collection of bows are on SALE right NOW! And better yet, all our Christmas bows are on clearance! If you or someone you know is looking for a fun way to look and feel your best for the New Year, then be sure to come by and check out our stunning bow wall. We have bows in all shapes and sizes, with many different colors. You can even design your own bow with our fun bow bling accessories too! Don't miss it!

daddydaughtermotherson19Daddy Daughter Makeover or Mother Son Fun Valentine's Packages!  Our Daddy Daughter Makeover or Mother Son Fun Valentine's Packages are so much fun! The Daddy Daughter Makeover includes one Diva Day and a certificate with a keepsake photo of the pair. There's also an option of adding a haircut for Dad as well! Meanwhile, our Mother Son Fun Package includes a boy's haircut with stripes (Mom gets matching stripes in her hair) and a special keepsake photo! Hurry, spots are filling up fast - especially since this amazing experience ends February 28th (at participating locations)!

socialmediaVisit us ONLINE! Don't miss out on all the exciting stuff coming up in 2019 for Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids! Make sure you're  in the know by checking out all the fun over at our Facebook page Franchise BlogInstagram, Tumblr Google+ and Twitter!  And don't forget - you’ll also want to take a look at some of our favorite Shear Madness pins this month on Pinterest! Plus, check out which of our locations currently have ONLINE BOOKING!

Red Hot Deals at Shear Madness!

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Awesome Savings for the New Year! Ring in the New Year with madtastic savings! For example, how does 25% OFF a single full priced retail item valued at $10 or more or Buy 3 Melissa & Doug activity books (regularly $4.99) for $12 sound (at participating locations)? You can get these coupons now all during the month of January! Check them out right now on our our coupon page!

Franchise Opportunities for 2019!

success-12018 was another year of GREAT growth for Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids! We rolled out a completely new website at shearmadnesskids.com, continued to build onto the vast storehouse of blogs and other resources available for our franchisees over at our new intranet site and also recently totally recreated our Shear Madness Franchising website! Visit it to see a video testimony from a Shear Madness Franchisee, info on starting a small business, a photo gallery, and our "Cut-to-the-Chase" section where you can learn exactly what you need to become part of our family! Discover it all at Shear Madness Franchising!

Family Fun for 2019!

wishingtreeStart the New Year Out With a COOL Craft! Making amazing decorations and other fun stuff is always a LOT more fun when you're hanging out with family! For example, at this year's New Years family get together, why not try some of the following crafts available over at our Crafts for Kids section on Pinterest! Learn how to make a New Year's Wishing Tree (as pictured at left), Chinese paper lanterns, your very own New Year's Eve balloon drop, party hats, folded paper icicles, 3D hanging hot-air balloons and so much more! Have a great 2019!!!

Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids: Where Every Child Matters!

Grow With Us in 2019!!!

francomparesmfawardShear Madness Franchising franchises our award-winning Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids salons  (FranCompare™ Best in Child Hair Care 2018). We have worked with franchise stores in providing franchisee support (in order to encourage continual growth and business success), and have sometimes seen the unexpected happen! When it does, we help by identifying and helping with challenges that might arise for franchisees. Additionally, we work to present options that can help prevent these events as well. As many franchise owners may not have opened a business before, having someone who can advise them is a significant advantage of franchise ownership!

Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity or small business marketing, great marketing strategies, resources for small businesses, franchise success, how to grow your small business or how to become a successful owner of your own kids hair salon franchise business, please click below or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD

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December 2018 News: The Magic of Christmas is HERE!

Posted by Matthew S on Mon, Dec 3, 2018 @ 12:12 PM

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Unique Christmas Gifts! Are you looking for something unique to bring a smile on Christmas? If so, stop in for a visit! Not only do we have amazing haircuts to help you look and feel your best for the holidays, but we also have a cool selection of toys, books, games, plush toys, jewelry, hairbows, hair products and MORE! And don't forget that we offer Gift Certificates, which makes a great stocking stuffer! Also, call to order - we can mail to an address you choose, at no additional charge! Plus, with any $35 or more purchase, we'll donate a toy for Toys for Tots (at participating locations)

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Are YOU Ready to Party? Our Diva Birthday Parties make a perfect Christmas gift for a daughter or granddaughter! At our Diva Parties, our Pink Starlets help host your child's party, along with creating fun up-dos, applying make-up and polishing fingernails! It's an awesome experience! For more details, please click Shear Madness Parties!  PLUS! Check out our coupon page for even more great deals, like Book a Party in January for 8 or more, and get $25 Off!!! (at participating locations)!

earpiercing.jpgA ShEAR Dazzled Christmas! Our Ear Piercing is a great experience, and it might be just the thing for an extra magical  Christmas! Because we don't just pierce the ears - we make it SPECIAL with Spa Robes, a keepsake plush animal and more! We even pierce both ears at the same time! Our Shear Dazzled Ear Piercing can even be combined with a Diva Day! To find out more (as well as gift certificate options), please click our ShEAR Dazzled page or call your local Shear Madness store!

Christmas News: Hot Off the Press!

socialmediaThe Gift That Keeps on Giving!!! To our many awesome followers  on Facebook (which is now well over 39,000), we'd like to say a special Christmas THANK YOU to each of you for your great feedback and  fantastic  photos! You all are GREAT! And if you want even more Shear Madness fun, why not check out our Franchise Blog, Instagram, Google+Twitter,   Tumblr and our favorites pins on Pinterest!

christmas2.jpgRockin' Around the Christmas Tree! Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids will be closed on Christmas Day (Tuesday), but you can bet we'll be back on Wednesday for all your totally madtastic after-Christmas haircutting needs and so much more! From all of us here at Shear Madness, we wish you a very Merry Christmas! (P.S. Because it's the busy season, don't forget to call in and make an appointment!)

Holiday Cheer All Year Long with Shear Madness!

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Open a Shear Madness in 2019! Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are currently looking for franchise owners throughout the United States - and especially Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Omaha, Lincoln, Denver and St.Louis! We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity  please click HERE or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD

Deck the Halls with these Cool Kids Christmas Crafts!

reindeerBring on the Holiday Cheer! Check out our Crafts for Kids section on Pinterest, and learn how to make a handprint reindeer (as pictured at left), kid made hand towels (to use as Christmas gifts), snowflake templates, yarn wrapped Christmas Trees, super cute snow globes made from plastic cups, a funny cotton ball Santa Clause, DIY Jeweled Christmas Cards and so much more! Have a fun and memorable Merry Christmas!

At Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids, Every Child Matters! 

Start the New Year Off With Success!

francomparesmfawardShear Madness Franchising franchises our award-winning Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids salons  (FranCompare™ Best in Child Hair Care 2018). We have worked with franchise stores in providing franchisee support (in order to encourage continual growth and business success), and have sometimes seen the unexpected happen! When it does, we help by identifying and helping with challenges that might arise for franchisees. Additionally, we work to present options that can help prevent these events as well. As many franchise owners may not have opened a business before, having someone who can advise them is a significant advantage of franchise ownership!

Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity or small business marketing, great marketing strategies, resources for small businesses, franchise success, how to grow your small business or how to become a successful owner of your own kids hair salon franchise business, please click below or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD

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How to Make This a Thanksgiving to Remember!

Posted by Matthew S on Thu, Nov 1, 2018 @ 12:11 PM

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Shear Madness Specials for November! Here at Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids, we are so thankful to YOU - our amazing customers! You all are fantastic!

Gift Giving Season is upon us, and we have some great specials for you! Buy a gift certificate for ear piercing with a diva day, you'll also get a pair of Tiny Tips earrings for FREE!  Also Buy a gift certificate for a Diva Day WITH $10 in retail purchases, and you can get a BOWdacious Hairbow or Jewelry Item for FREE! Plus, don't forget about our amazing White Wednesday and Black Friday specials, which we'll be sure to let you know through an upcoming eblast! And lastly, we're gearing up to help kids in our communities by accepting donations for Toys for Tots! After you spend $50 in retails, you can receive 40% off your Toys for Tots donation! Plus, Spend $50 on anything in our store, and Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids will donate a toy to Toys for Tots! WOW! (Sales may vary by location) 

didyouknow.jpgDid You Know??? Our Tiny Tips earrings are perfect for kids once their piercings have healed. They are hypoallergenic, sterilized and made to a medical grade in the USA. Tiny Tips provides parents with earrings that they can trust for their children's ears after the healing period, and come in a variety of cool styles available at our participating stores! Read more about Tiny Tips right HERE! As we mentioned above in our Special November Sales section, it's a really GREAT deal to get a pair of these Tiny Tips for free with a gift certificate for a ShEAR Dazzled Diva! 

leafDon't Forget!!! Don't forget that your local Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, Nov. 22). But we'll be back on Friday and ready to ROCK for all your great haircutting needs - along with cool toys, jewelry, hair products, madtastic accessories, parties, gift certificates (which make a great present for Christmas), ear piercing and much, much more! From all of your friends at Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!

BlackFridaySaleShear Madness Black Friday Sales!  This is one of the most exciting days of the year when it comes to finding a great deal - which is why you definitely won't want to miss out on some truly Madtastic specials at Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids (at participating locations)! Be sure to keep an eye on that e-mail inbox as we'll be sending you the details SOON on Black Friday and White Wednesday Savings! Click here for locations and contact info.

Best in Child Haircare!

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Don't Miss THIS! Are you or someone you know interested in learning about what it's like to own a Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids? If so, just click the graphic at left to view a testimony from a Shear Madness Franchisee! Afterwards, you might want to click on Franchise Opportunities and download our totally free and super useful booklet on franchising. Inside, it contains photos and other helpful information on the franchise experience. Plus, if you're interested in talking with us about the exciting adventures in owning a kids hair salon, just give us a call at 1-888-98 GONE MAD! We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Even More Madtastic News!

socialmediaicons2.jpgYour Online Destination for FUN! Do you love checking up on what's going on via social media? If so, you'll have a great time seeing what's new at Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids via our fun Facebook page, or by taking a look at some of our favorite Shear Madness pins this month on Pinterest! And you won't want to miss the cool excitement on InstagramTumblr, Twitter and Google+! Meanwhile, if you're looking for informative articles on franchising and how to achieve business success, don't miss our Franchise Blog!

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Thanksgiving Savings! Spectacular specials only available by coupon! For example, right now two of our cool coupons is for the following: 25% Off any Pair of Tiny Tips Earrings. Or if that's not quite your thing, how about Buy 2 Die Cast Pull Back Vehicles and get a 3rd for Half Price (at participating locations). Awesome! Maybe it's time to get some of that Christmas shopping done a little early this year! For this and our other coupons, just click on coupon page!  

November Crafts and More!

turkeytoyAMAZING Crafts for Kids! Check out our Madtastic Crafts for Kids section on Pinterest, and spend an hour or two over the holiday making a no-sew sock turkey craft (as pictured at right)! What FUN! Also, discover how to make tasty pretzel turkey bites (with candy corn), a metal dragon egg, a cute paper roll kitty cat, a cardboard nature sun catcher, awesome paper pumpkins, beautiful glitter acorns, a candy corn scarecrow and a maple leaf fall snow globe! Have a great November!

Make a Positive Difference Today!

francomparesmfawardShear Madness Franchising franchises Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids salons. We have worked with franchise stores in providing franchisee support (in order to encourage continual growth and business success), and have sometimes seen the unexpected happen! When it does, we help by identifying and helping with challenges that might arise for franchisees. Additionally, we work to present options that can help prevent these events as well. As many franchise owners may not have opened a business before, having someone who can advise them is a significant advantage of franchise ownership!

Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity or small business marketing, great marketing strategies, resources for small businesses, franchise success, how to grow your small business or how to become a successful owner of your own kids hair salon franchise business, please click below or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD!

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October 2018: A Fun & Spooktacular October!

Posted by Matthew S on Mon, Oct 1, 2018 @ 12:10 PM

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Halloween Happiness at Shear Madness! Are you looking for something fun and memorable to do this Halloween? If so, be sure to check out all the the fun activities planned throughout October at your participating Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids locations by clicking Halloween Happiness! Also during October all of our temporary hair coloring products are 10% Off!  Want more details? Call your local Shear Madness to find out more about all the cool stuff they have planned. Click here for a list of locations and contact info. Have FUN!

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Helping Kids with Knock your Locks Off! Every child matters at Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids! That's why we love our annual "Knock Your Locks Off" event (scheduled for October 12-14th), which helps provide hairpieces to kids under age 21 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. If your child has at least 12" of hair to donate, they can participate. Participants will receive a free haircut, Locks of Love Certificate with a before and after photo. (details vary by participating locations), Shear Madness locations will donate to Locks of Love or Wigs for Kids (click prior links for hair requirements)! Check out the Shear Madness website for more information about this cool way to help others. And be sure to call for details and to schedule your appointment for this special occasion!

Help Make a Positive Difference!

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Are you looking for an opportunity to diversify your portfolio, or gain more financial security for the future? Or maybe you just want a change of pace, and want to find a way to make a positive difference? Whatever the case may be, Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids is currently experiencing rapid growth in the highly profitable hair salon industry. And with opportunities all across the U.S to own your own kids hair salon business, perhaps now is the time to take the first step towards becoming a part of the Shear Madness family! For more information on how you can make a positive difference in the lives of kids and their parents in YOUR community, check us out at Franchise Opportunities, or visit us at our blog! You can also call us at 1-888-98 GONE MAD!

Coupons & Halloween FUN!

pumpkin-1.jpgWOW! 40,000 Fans on Facebook! Did you know that Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids has around 40,000 fans just like you on our Facebook page? That's because we LOVE sharing the FUN with funny jokes for kids, craft ideas, great photos shared by our customers, awesome feedback, the latest Shear Madness news, in-store specials and so much more! Also, don't forget to check out our Google+, Instagram, TwitterTumblr and  Pinterest  pages! And check out our Franchise Blog for great business tips and more!

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Monstrously Good Savings! Right now, get our special coupon for 10% OFF any Hair Styling Product (Just in case you want to impress your friends with your stylin' hair at an upcoming Halloween party, hay-ride or Fall festival)! We also have great savings for Ty products and Gift Certificates (which make GREAT gifts) for Christmas - which will be here sooner than you know it! Don't miss out, head over to our coupon page for these awesome savings!

Boodacious Crafts for Kids!

monstersHalloween Crafts and More! Check out our cool Crafts for Kids section on Pinterest, and make something spooktacular for your home this Fall! For example, make some Halloween hand sanitizer, puffy ghosts, cute little pinecone owls (with witch hats), a silly spider hat, a fun Halloween themed game for kids, paper bag monsters (as pictured at left) and awesome bats made from paper towel tubes! Have a safe and super FUN October!

Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids - Where Every Child Matters! 

francomparesmfawardShear Madness Franchising franchises Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids salons. We have worked with franchise stores in providing franchisee support (in order to encourage continual growth and business success), and have sometimes seen the unexpected happen! When it does, we help by identifying and helping with challengean help prevent these events as well. As many franchise owners may not have opened a business before, having someone who can advise them is a significant advantage of franchise ownership!

Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity or small business marketing, great marketing strategies, resources for small businesses, franchise success, how to grow your small business or how to become a successful owner of your own kids hair salon franchise business, please click below or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD!

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Exploring a Children's Salon Franchise

Topics: franchise opportunity, Shear Madness Haircuts for kids, coupons, franchising, halloween, knock your locks off, october, fun stuff for kids

The Best Franchise in Child Hair Care!

Posted by Matthew S on Thu, Sep 13, 2018 @ 11:09 AM

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Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids is really proud to have recently been selected as the “winner” of the 2018 FranCompare™ Franchise Recognition Program. After comparing and weighing over 40 FDD-based data points for four of the major franchise systems in the Child Hair Care industry, Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids received the highest score!

Janon Otto, CEO of Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids, as well as owner of two Shear Madness locations, says that, "We have worked hard to provide services to our franchisees that other franchise systems do not have.  We are constantly looking for ways to increase margins, and other opportunities for our franchisees to increase profits.  We also have worked hard to provide an internal intranet service that helps not only owners, but all employees to do their jobs better!  Our franchisees are wonderful and we all share information that helps everyone get better!  

Janon also notes that, "Shear Madness Franchising is open with figures from all of our locations, from service sales detail, down to detailed retail sales so that we can all learn from each other and motivate our staff to be the best that they can be within the system!  We are never finished with our goal of developing the 'Franchise system by which all others are measured!'"

With its extensive product line of books, websites, databases, and consulting services, the World Franchising Network is a preeminent supplier of reliable, up-to-date and easy-to-use information on franchising. The primary focus of FranCompare™ is to determine those franchise systems that have better identifiable performance metrics than their direct competitors. FranCompare™ and the World Franchising Network are also committed to assisting individuals in their quest for self-employment and business ownership. They seek to provide prospective franchisees with the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on the franchise systems we consider the “best” from over 4,000 active North American franchisors. They also feel strongly that the operating and system advantages that franchising offers make it the preferred avenue for 95% of those who want to go into business on their own. Want to learn more? Visit Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids at FranCompare's Child and Youth Related Page.

Award Winning Care!

Shear Madness Franchising franchises Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids salons. We have worked with franchise stores in providing franchisee support (in order to encourage continual growth and business success), and have sometimes seen the unexpected happen! When it does, we help by identifying and helping with challenges that might arise for franchisees. Additionally, we work to present options that can help prevent these events as well. As many franchise owners may not have opened a business before, having someone who can advise them is a significant advantage of franchise ownership!

Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity or small business marketing, great marketing strategies, resources for small businesses, franchise success, how to grow your small business or how to become a successful owner of your own kids hair salon franchise business, please click below or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD

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September 2018 Newsletter: Make a Special Memory!

Posted by Matthew S on Tue, Sep 4, 2018 @ 12:09 PM

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Kids and Parents Alike LOVE our Parties! If you are looking for a truly unique and special party experience, don't forget to check us out! Some of what makes our parties truly unique is our fun kid-friendly atmosphere, and our amazing Pink Starlets! These party experts (in groovy pink wigs of course) know just the perfect way to bring a smile to kids faces with great up-doos, glamorous "pretend" make-up, polishing fingernails and so much more! For more details, please click parties and make an appointment today!

LOL18Knock Your Locks Off For a GREAT CAUSE! Here at Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids, every child matters! That's why we love our annual "Knock Your Locks Off" event, which helps provide hairpieces to kids under age 21 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. Scheduled for the weekend of October 12 - 14th (details vary by participating locations), Shear Madness locations will donate to Locks of Love or Wigs for Kids (click prior links for hair requirements)! Plus, participants will not only get a FREE Haircut by one of our Madtastic Stylintists who is donating her time, but also receive a keepsake certificate featuring a before and after photo! Check out the Shear Madness website for more information about this cool way to help others. And be sure to call for details and to schedule your appointment for this special occasion!

wowkidLook COOL for Back to School Pictures! Tired of that same old look whenever it's picture time? If so, try a new hairstyle at Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids! We've got awesome haircuts, jewelry items, fantastic hair care products, ear piercing and so much more! And don't forget, we also have a TON of cool hairbows to match any outfit, as well as great items for party gifts and much more. So make an appointment today to get ready to look and feel your best!

firsthaircutWe Have the BEST First Haircut Packages Around! Does your little one need their first haircut? If so, you're in luck! Our package includes an appointment for double the time - to make it extra special! It also includes a before & after picture mounted on an 8 x 10 certificate printed with spot UV coating, personalized, dated, and signed, a lock of hair attached to the certificate, and a matching 5 x 7 certificate for grandparents, or any other "special" loved one! Visit us at Kids Haircuts for more details!

Help Us Make a Positive Difference!

girlhaircut2Helping Kids and Their Parents in our Communities! Are YOU interested in making a positive difference in the lives of kids and their parents? If so, you'll want to discover all the helpful and exclusive information in our redesigned Franchise Toolkit  Discover what owning a Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids could mean for you and your community! Plus, if you're interested in our other free resources for businesses, check out our blog or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD!

Awesome Savings for September!

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WOW! Incredible Savings! You're in luck this September, as we've put together some really cool coupons to help you save and look awesome for all your friends! For example, right now with coupon, Book a Party for 8 Guests, and the 9th is Free! Or how about Get 20% Off a Special Hairbrush - Knot Genie, Wet Brush or Dessata Brush (with coupon) (at participating locations)! Awesome! Don't miss out, and head over to our coupon page for this and many other cool savings!

COOL Crafts for Kids and Parents!

monsterbookMonstrously FUN Crafts for all ages! Don't miss our fun Crafts for Kids section on Pinterest, where you'll learn how to make the fun and creative monster bookmarks at left! Plus, you'll also discover how to use building blocks to make cute little monster creatures, a train made from a shoebox, silly paperclip faces with crazy hair, handprint dinosaur art, do-it-yourself parachutes made from plastic cups and colorful jellyfish made from paper plates! Have fun, and have a great September!

Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids - Where Every Child Matters!

francomparesmfawardShear Madness Franchising franchises Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids salons. We have worked with franchise stores in providing franchisee support (in order to encourage continual growth and business success), and have sometimes seen the unexpected happen! When it does, we help by identifying and helping with challengean help prevent these events as well. As many franchise owners may not have opened a business before, having someone who can advise them is a significant advantage of franchise ownership!

Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity or small business marketing, great marketing strategies, resources for small businesses, franchise success, how to grow your small business or how to become a successful owner of your own kids hair salon franchise business, please click below or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD!

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Exploring a Children's Salon Franchise

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RE-INVENTED : Career Shifters Part 2

Posted by Matthew S on Thu, Aug 30, 2018 @ 13:08 PM

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A couple of years ago someone I knew attended a seminar at Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, Kansas. The students had the privilege of meeting Dr. Pankaj Ghemawat , a Harvard professor of over 30 years. Dr. Ghemawat received his Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics and his Ph.D. in Business Economics from Harvard University from which he entered at the age of 16, was accepted to the Harvard Business Ph.D. program at age 19, and graduated three years later. Ghemawat has also been the Anselmo Rubiralta Professor of Global Strategy at IESE Business School in Barcelona since 2006.

At this particular evening however, Dr. Ghemawat talked about globalization & the growing need for higher education. He explained how different cultures are experiencing economical shifts and how globalization is playing such a key role in our futures as countries, businesses, families, & individuals. Globalization can be described as ‘…a widening, deepening, and speeding up of worldwide interconnectedness in all aspects of contemporary social life, from the cultural to the criminal, the financial to the spiritual’ (Held and McGrew 1999: 2)

Gone almost are the days when people had a specific set of skills their job required and they performed them with little variation over a long period of time. Today's technology, global commerce, and increasing energy demands have pushed individuals to possess more skills, be more flexible, and somehow manuever a smaller carbon footprint all simultaneously. These shifts can seem overwhelming and exhausting, especially to a student who may or may not know what color shirt they have on, much less what their career path is. So what advice is there for people starting a new career or RE-Inventing one they thought they had?

Career Change Advice: After any economic crisis, many people expect to bounce back - against competition, consumption, and change. How though? What does one do when RE-INVENTING a career or life for that matter, after the game is well underway? It's recommended you start by taking a thorough inventory of your professional skills & accomplishments. By making a list of ALL the things you are great at and why you have an essential tool for success. If there are skills you wish to have, write those down too!

The truth is there is no secret formula to inventing your ideal career match. Lifestyle, financial needs, and personal tastes change over time. Assessing where you are presently is crucial when shifting careers!  After taking your personal inventory begin assessing your personal needs. What are your business goals? What are your financial requirements? What kind of work schedule will fit for you and your family? I found a very helpful career assessment resource available from K-State University here!

Don't Box Yourself In! Depending on your position and experience, talking to a career counselor may be very helpful when shifting. The goal of career counseling is to help individuals identify multiple career areas which reflect the person's values, interests, and ambitions.

Interesting Fact: Nearly half the careers that will exist in the year 2025 don't exist today. To prepare for the unknown is a process. It requires learning about yourself, what you are most passionate about and how that fits into the world we live in. This will likely change over time. And that big word globalization... is key in product and services exchange now and in the future. This is the "widening, deepening, and speeding up of worldwide interconnectedness.." Get inspired. Think Big.

Projected: The Top Careers of the Future

  • App developer
  • Computer systems analyst
  • Nurse practitioner
  • Physical therapist
  • Health services manager
  • Physician assistant
  • Dental hygienist
  • Market research analyst
  • Personal financial adviser
  • Speech language pathologist

& Kids Hair Salon Owners!

The Shear Madness Franchise Advantage!

francomparesmfawardShear Madness Franchising franchises Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids salons. We have worked with franchise stores in providing franchisee support (in order to encourage continual growth and business success), and have sometimes seen the unexpected happen! When it does, we help by identifying and helping with challengean help prevent these events as well. As many franchise owners may not have opened a business before, having someone who can advise them is a significant advantage of franchise ownership!

Are you interested in learning how YOU can join the Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids family and run your own successful small business? We are one of the fastest growing kids hair salons in the industry today! If you would like to learn more about this franchise opportunity or small business marketing, great marketing strategies, resources for small businesses, franchise success, how to grow your small business or how to become a successful owner of your own kids hair salon franchise business, please click below or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD!

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August 2018 Newsletter: Back to School Hairquarters!

Posted by Matthew S on Wed, Aug 1, 2018 @ 13:08 PM

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Book NOW for Back to School! In just a few short weeks, kids everywhere will be heading back to school! Are you ready for the latest styles? With our great stylists and happy, helpful staff, 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. Appointments aren't required, but you'll want to be sure to book early, as appointments always go FAST at this time of year! See you soon!

didyouknowDid you KNOW???  When it comes to Natural Hair Products, we carry several items from several great companies, like Original Sprout's organic shampoos. From baby to any age, Original Sprout is a natural, organic, vegan hair care option, with bath and styling products for the entire family! Also, Babo Botanicals are made with a combination of pure plant actives, naturally derived, certified organic and all-natural ingredients! Check them out by visiting us today - look for a location nearest you right here!

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Our Awesome Parties are so much FUN! Kids LOVE our spectacular Birthday Parties! For ages 4 & up, your birthday girl and guests adorn super cute spa robes, all while our Pink Starlets give them sparkly hairdos, mini manicures, glittery makeup and more! It's so much fun! Plus, if you book your Birthday party (birthday can be anytime) during August, Birthday girl gets to pick out a complimentary Hair Bow for FREE, with coupon! Some of our locations also have cool superhero parties for boys and girls too! See our website for more details! (at participating locations)

Best in Child Hair Care for 2018!

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Don't Miss THIS! Are you or someone you know interested in learning about what it's like to own a Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids? If so, just click the graphic at left to view a testimony from a Shear Madness Franchisee! Afterwards, you might want to click on Franchise Opportunities and download our totally free and super useful booklet on franchising. Inside, it contains photos and other helpful information on the franchise experience. Plus, if you're interested in talking with us about the exciting adventures in owning a kids hair salon, just give us a call at 1-888-98 GONE MAD! We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Summer Fun and Super Savings!

socialmediaicons2.jpgThe FUN never Stop HERE!!! Did you know that RIGHT NOW on Facebook, we have around 38,000 followers? WOW! That's because everyone loves our funny kids jokes, cool photos sent in by customers, great feedback, awesome craft ideas and so much more! And don't forget that if you'd like to share some cool photos of your Shear Madness experience, just click Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Tumblr, Google+  or Twitter to get started and send us a message or tag us!

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Super Summer Savings! Do you know a special girl with a birthday coming up? If so, here's a GREAT deal that you won't want to miss out on over on our coupon pageAt participating locations this August (with coupon) you can Buy a Bow and get a Bling for 99 cents! Plus, there's 15% off any Kid's Hair Styling Product! Don't miss out! What are you waiting for!? Head over to our coupon page for this and other sizzling savings!

Amazing Summer Kids Crafts!

yarncraftSuper Easy and Super Cool Kids Crafts! It won't be long, and the kids will be heading off to school - but with our Crafts for Kids section on Pinterest, you can spend a little quality time making some cool stuff with them before they do! For example, make a paper-plate alien spaceship (with clear alien dome), a paper bag mouse puppet, a funny pop-up weasel, a school bus made out of felt, a pool-noodle racing game, an interactive yarn jellyfish (as seen at left) and a really awesome lighthouse made out of plastic cups! Have a great rest of your summer!

Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids - Where Every Child Matters!

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Celebrating Freedom and Kids Haircuts!

Posted by Matthew S on Mon, Jul 2, 2018 @ 13:07 PM

Kids Haircuts and More all July!

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Red, White or Blue Hair Color! Make this a 4th to remember with not just a great new haircut - but a little patriotic hair flare to go with it! Because right now at Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids, you can get red, white or blue hair color in your hair - FREE with any haircut on July 3rd and 4th (at participating locations)! Just imagine how awesome you'll look at your local fireworks show, freedom festival or family picnic! (Note: Some locations might be closed on July 4th, so contact your local Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids to find out the details here!)

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Back to School Haircuts and the Semi-Annual Bow Out Sale! Don't forget, if you pre-book your Back to School Haircut now, you don't need to worry about forgetting! Just make sure we have the correct email address, and we'll send you a reminder near the time of your appointment! Plus, you'll also want to check out our our semi-annual Bow Out Sale on all Bowdacious Bows, which is happening right now at participating locations! Infant bows, huge bows, festive bows for holidays and much more - along with a wide variety of colors! Don't miss it!

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FREE DIY Nail Stations! If you're looking for a memorable July 4th activity to do with your kids, why not make a stop at your local Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids, and paint those nails with a little patriotic red, white and blue? In celebration of Independence Day and the freedom to look and feel your best, this awesome event will take place all day on Wednesday, July 4th (at participating locations). So be sure to get it on your calendar!

Shear Madness "Best in Child Hair Care" Winner!

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Award Winning Care! Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids is really proud to have recently been selected as the “winner” of the 2018 FranCompare™ Franchise Recognition Program. After comparing and weighing over 40 FDD-based data points for four of the major franchise systems in the Child Hair Care industry, Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids received the highest score! Interested to learn more about owning your own Kids Hair Salon? If so, check out our recently redesigned Franchise Toolkit  to get started. You can also check out our blog, or call 1-888-98 GONE MAD!

Summer Savings!

July18socialmediaburstKeepin it COOL on Social Media! This Fourth of July, make sure you're not left in the dark when it comes to fun Shear Madness style! We're always up to something great on social media, whether it be funny jokes, awesome customer feedback or great pictures of amazing Shear Madness kids! See our Shear Madness Facebook page, or check out our constantly updated Franchise Blog page, Instagram, Google+Tumblr, Twitter and Pinterest!

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Get a "Bang" out of these AWESOME Coupons! With family get togethers and expensive fireworks, July is a month where a lot of folks are looking for ways to save a few extra dollars. And here at Shear Madness, we totally understand! For example, in honor of the 4th of July and celebrating our independence - how does 20% off any item with red, white and blue on it or $1 off any Ty item sound (at participating locations)? For this and many other AMAZING and EXCLUSIVE deals, head on over to our coupon page right away!

FREE Crafts for Kids!

July18craftsCelebrate Your Freedom to CRAFT! Learn how to make a super cute eagle out of pom-poms (as pictured at left), or maybe make some cool shaving cream fireworks at an upcoming family get-together! And when you're finished with those, how about some Fourth of July themed paper lanterns, red, white and blue star wreaths, glow-in-the-dark sensory bottles, or cupcake liner fireworks? Check it all out at our fun Crafts for Kids section on Pinterest! Have a great July!

Shear Madness Haircuts for Kids: Where Every Child Matters! 

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