Salon Manager how-to

How to Handle a Service Complaint

Fixing problems keeps clients loyal.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Fixing problems keeps clients loyal. In short: listen; assess; offer, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Listen and apologize.

  2. Assess the issue.

  3. Offer a fix or redo.

  4. Involve the stylist respectfully.

  5. Follow up.

  6. Coach the team.

Safety reminders for salon managers

  • Enforce sanitation and chemical safety
  • Maintain ventilation
  • Keep licenses current
  • Prevent slips around wash stations

Rebooking rate · Retail-to-service ratio · Client retention · Ticket average · Booth rental · Commission: see the full salon manager glossary.

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