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Understanding the Real Cost of Starting a Salon Suite
If you’re thinking about opening a salon suite or you’re in the early stages and want to make sure you’re doing things the right way, don’t guess your way through it.
Reach out for a consultation and get a clear, customized plan for your setup, costs, and growth strategy. The right guidance upfront can save you time, money, and frustration—and set you up to build a salon suite business that actually thrives.

Patrice McKinney
Apr 204 min read


Setting Up Your Salon Suite Business Structure
When you move into a salon suite, you are essentially becoming a small business owner. This means setting up your business properly from the beginning.
Many beauty professionals choose to form an LLC to protect their personal assets and create a formal business structure. You may also need a business license depending on your city or state.

Patrice McKinney
Mar 223 min read


Why You Need a Salon Suite Business Coach to Get Started — and Why Patrice "Sway" McKinney Is the Best Option
Opening a salon suite is one of the biggest career moves a beauty professional can make. It represents freedom, ownership, and the opportunity to finally build something of your own. But while salon suites remove the traditional salon structure, they also remove the safety net. Suddenly, you are responsible for everything—pricing, marketing, branding, operations, and long-term growth.

Patrice McKinney
Feb 176 min read


Why Patrice "Sway" McKinney Is One of the Best Salon Suite Coaches in the Industry
Starting a salon suite business takes more than talent behind the chair. It requires business clarity, confidence, strategy, and the ability to think like an entrepreneur. This is exactly why coaching has become s
Startup marketing costs may include professional photos, social media content, signage, business cards, introductory promotions, and online advertising. Even if you already have clients, you’ll want to invest in visibility to replace natural walk-ins and grow beyond

Patrice McKinney
Feb 174 min read


Why Every Salon Suite Needs a High-Converting Website to Grow Their Business
The salon suite business model has completely transformed the beauty industry, giving stylists, estheticians, barbers, braiders, and wellness professionals the freedom to build their own brands.

Patrice McKinney
Dec 17, 20254 min read


Why Sway the Pro Is One of the Best Salon Suite Mentors to Work With
Sway the Pro has become one of the most respected and results-driven mentors in the industry. She brings real-world experience, business knowledge, and authentic care to every stylist she works with, helping them transform from passionate artists into powerful entrepreneurs.

Patrice McKinney
Oct 9, 20253 min read


The Importance of Local SEO for Your Salon Suite
Boost your salon suite’s visibility with local SEO. Attract top beauty professionals searching for rental space and help your tenants gain more clients through optimized online presence, Google Business profiles, and local search strategies.

Patrice McKinney
Sep 13, 20253 min read


How to Start a Salon Suite Business: A Comprehensive Guide
. By offering beauty professionals their own private, fully-equipped space, salon suite businesses cater to a growing demand for autonomy and flexibility in the beauty sector. Whether you’re an entrepreneur with experience in property management or a salon owner looking to diversify, launching a salon suite business can be a profitable and rewarding venture.

Patrice McKinney
May 9, 20253 min read
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