Salon Business Flashcards

1
Q

Booth rental is different from salon ownership in that with salon ownership:

A

The initial investment is larger

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2
Q

a form of business in which tow or more people operate for the common goal of making a profit

A

partnership

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3
Q

an institution that is a separate legal entity and has its own privileges and liabilities distinct from those of its members

A

corporation

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4
Q

to avoid any misunderstandings between contracting parties in the purchase of a salon, the details should be written in a

A

purchase and sales agreement

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5
Q

in a booth rental agreement, the salon or building owner is not responsible for

A

training and education

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6
Q

a written agreement with a building owner that outlines the responsibilities for repairs and expenses

A

lease

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7
Q

if a building owner controls the products to be used, the time a person is required to work, the costs of services, and the marketing program, the people who work there are considered:

A

employees

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8
Q

a business arrangement that provides the limited liability features of a corporation and the tax efficiencies and operation flexibility of a partnership is a

A

S Corporation

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9
Q

when a stylist enters into a booth rental arrangement, he or she is responsible for all EXCEPT

A

mortgage payments

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10
Q

a salon that is owned and operated by an individual is referred to as a

A

sole proprietor

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11
Q

Much of the confusion surrounding how many of each product to purchase has been cleared away by the introduction of manufacturer’s ____

A

Prepacks

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12
Q

Your ____ can advise you on new products and ways to purchase merchandise that will save you money.

A

Supply Agent

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13
Q

To prevent blown fuses and electrical fires, each station should be:

A

Turned off at night
on its own fuse or breaker
Wired separately
(all of the above)

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14
Q

Fabric-covered chairs should be long wearing, fire proof and…

A

nonporous

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15
Q

An organized inventory system and supply room will help a business owner monitor ____ and ___ in a salon.

A

Profit and Loss

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16
Q

When opening a new business, the location should reflect your:

A

Target Market

17
Q

The cost of a computer with software, training and wiring should cost:

A

$2000-$5000

18
Q

Client preferences, products used, and personal information should be recorded on:

A

Service cards

19
Q

When designed effectively, displays in a shop window should increase walk in business by

A

%50

20
Q

Cleaning supplies should be placed in a box made of wood or ____

A

hard plastic

21
Q

Due to the amount of chemicals that collect on styling area walls, paint should be…

A

High Quality
long wearing
washable
(all of the above)

22
Q

____ is used in most beauty salons, because it is reasonably priced, will wear a long time, is stain-resistant, and can be polished without becoming slick

A

Vinyl tile

23
Q

OSHA requires that ____ be kept on hand and readily available.

A

MSDS

24
Q

How often should window displays be changed?

A

Every 1-2 months

25
Q

Newspaper or radio ads and satisfied customers who promote a salon are all forms of …

A

advertising

26
Q

Records that include receipts of client services and retail sales should be listed as:

A

Income

27
Q

Displays and retail racks should be kept close to the receptionist and be:

A

kept neat and clean
assessible to clients
Changed every 6-8 weeks
(all of the above)

28
Q

Wet stations are usually placed on wall and are typically ____ per section

A

5 feet

29
Q

Job application forms, interview sheets, salon daily reports, supply forms should be filed in a file cabinet and located…

A

below the reception desk

30
Q

How often should magazines be changed?

A

monthly

31
Q

A written description of your business as yo see it today and as you foresee it in the future is called

A

Business plan

32
Q

Supplies used in the daily business operations are called ____, while those sold to clients are retail supplies

A

Consumption supplies

33
Q

Essentially a good location has ___ and ___ to attract a volume of customers

A

visibility and accessibility

34
Q

The most common use of computers in a salon is to keep appointments and:

A

customer records

35
Q

Equipment can be purchased from the manufacturer, but purchasing through ___ has its advantages

A

a distributor

36
Q

You should have ___ hangers for clients to hand coats

A

Plastic or wood

37
Q

Before opening a business, it is important to determine how much capital is needed to run it for at least the first

A

2 years

38
Q

___ produce the most light and are the cheapest to operate

A

Fluorescent tube lighting

39
Q

advertising costs in the average salon are no greater than about ___% of the total gross income

A

3%