Congratulations on taking the leap into salon ownership! We are so excited to welcome you to the #SolaFam! Whether you’re opening a salon for the very first time, or moving your existing business to Sola, now is the time to get set up for success. At Sola, we have so many resources to help make this process easier for you. From your Sola webpage to tips and tricks on the Sola Blog to a new guide regarding sanitization best practices, we have thought of everything to make your transition to Sola as seamless and strong as it can possibly be. Follow the below checklist to make sure you are set up for success. Remember, alone we are strong, but together we are #SolaStrong. First Comes First…. ☝️ Before the fun stuff begins, you need to make sure that your business is registered and you have obtained all the right licensing. Reference your Sola Start-Up Manual for more information and details about the forms you need to complete locally to get your business set up the right way. Talk to your Sola manager if you need a copy of your Start-Up Manual. For a dose of inspiration, check out Episode 1 of the Sola Stories Podcast: Going Independent + Getting Started in a Salon Studio Sanitation 🧼 As the world continues to adjust to the effects of COVID-19, expectations are changing around social interactions and attention to cleanliness is more important than ever. Make sure to set your salon up for optimal health and safety. Get Barbicide Certified and order all requisite suppliesRead our blog on Sanitation Best PracticesDownload our Back-to-Work guide Order masks and capes from the Sola StorePurchase hand sanitizer and cleaning supplies for your studio Read our blog on Learning to Communicate Your Policies to Your ClientsRead all communications from your Sola manager about reopening guidelines carefully. There will likely be different procedures and practices based on your local state or county. Business 📈 Owning your own studio means setting your own hours, pricing and creating your overall business plan. Get to know your numbers and key performance indicators to ensure you are set up for success from the very beginning. Get a tutorial on understanding your business with our Understanding Your Sola Business Webinar or read the blog post.Register for the Sola Pro app to make sure you have access to all of Sola’s education and deals.Create a Business Plan: Read this guide or watch this webinar inside the Sola Pro app to learn more.Determine your schedule. Remember at Sola, you have access to your studio 7 days per week so if you need to add any extra hours or days to make up for lost time, now is a great time to do that.Set your prices. Communications 📞 Communicating with your clients is the most impactful way to connect, build trust and nurture relationships especially as you are building your clientele. There are many ways to do this, including email, text message marketing, social media, and good old-fashioned phone calls. We recommend using technology, such as SolaGenius, to make communicating easy and effective. See below for more tips on how to best communicate your grand opening. Teach your clients how to effectively book appointments with you. See our blog with re-booking tips.Send an email of reassurance to your clients, new and old, explaining all the steps you’ve taken to sanitize and disinfect your salon.Send out text and email communications to announce the grand opening of your studio and let your