In this episode, we tackle one of the most pressing issues facing beauty business owners today: PAYROLL. We discuss the delicate balance owners must maintain between meeting employee expectations for higher pay and ensuring the financial health of their company. You'll learn valuable insights on how to approach this challenge, including the importance of communication, career paths for employees, and creating a transparent financial plan. We dive into practical advice on understanding your payroll expenses in relation to overall sales, establishing clear paths for growth, and addressing team members' expectations. Whether you're an established business owner or just starting in the beauty industry, this episode offers actionable strategies to help navigate payroll challenges and build a stronger, more resilient business.Conversation highlights: 00:54  Balancing payroll costs and team happiness01:50  Where does your payroll stand?03:30  Communication + financial transparency are key06:00  The importance of mapping out career paths06:40  Common payroll challenges in the beauty industry09:08  Action steps to take if you're overwhelmed by payroll12:40  The real meaning behind an employee's request for a raiseWatch the video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/Ne5V6MJdPmkTo learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, we invite you to schedule a free 60-minute strategy session:Schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: https://strategies.com/free-coaching-session Strategies: https://www.strategies.comSalon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/seminars/Online Salon/Spa Training: https://strategies.com/upcoming-onlives/Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategies4biz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategiesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strategies4bizThe Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.