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Cheryl Cole, Managing Editor

Cheryl uses her background in journalism to help brands bring their unique stories to life. Passionate about content strategy, she has extensive experience leading both print and digital publications. As managing editor of The Check-In, Cheryl is committed to providing wellness professionals with high-quality, tailored content designed to help grow their brands.

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A salon owner using mobile phone for 2-way SMS messaging with client
A salon owner using mobile phone for 2-way SMS messaging with client
Message templates that work: 2-Way SMS for salons, spas, and medspas at every stage of the client journey 

Discover proven 2-way SMS templates for salons, spas, and medspas. Improve client experience, reduce no-shows, and automate communication using modern messaging tools.

Salon inventory management checklist
Salon inventory management checklist
Checklist: Perception vs. reality in salon inventory management

Discover the gap between salon inventory management perception and reality, and explore the hidden data issues that quietly disrupt operations.

Backbar blind spots for salons
Backbar blind spots for salons
Backbar blind spots: The hidden costs of poor salon inventory management (and how software can fix them)

Discover how salon inventory software can reduce waste, prevent stockouts, and boost profits with real-time tracking and automated backbar management.

Business owner leveraging 2026 marketing tips for salons and spas
Business owner leveraging 2026 marketing tips for salons and spas
The Check-In Newsletter – Jan 7, 2026: Must-know marketing tips for 2026

Start the year with momentum using data-driven marketing strategies designed for 2026 success.

Gift card to membership strategies for wellness brands
Gift card to membership strategies for wellness brands
How gift cards can fuel post-holiday growth for salons, spas, medspas, barbershops, and fitness studios 

Maximize revenue and nurture new customers with our cross-industry playbook. Learn practical strategies to create boost retention and gift card redemptions after the holiday rush.

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Spa marketing ideas for January
Spa marketing ideas for January
January marketing ideas for spas: Key dates and campaign inspiration

Kick off the new year strong with January spa marketing ideas that celebrate fresh starts, self-care, and lasting glow.

Medspa marketing ideas for January
Medspa marketing ideas for January
January marketing guide for medspas: Key dates and unique ideas

Begin the year beautifully with January medspa marketing that inspires commitment to self-care, consistency, and confidence.

Salon marketing ideas for January
Salon marketing ideas for January
The ultimate January marketing guide for salons: Key dates and creative ideas

Launch the year strong with strategic January salon marketing ideas and purposeful campaigns.

Gym marketing ideas for January
Gym marketing ideas for January
January marketing ideas for gyms: Key dates and creative campaigns

Turn resolutions into results with January gym marketing ideas that emphasize renewal, routine, and real transformation.

Barbershop marketing ideas for January
Barbershop marketing ideas for January
January marketing guide for barbershops: Key dates and creative ideas

Start the year sharp with January barbershop marketing that inspires fresh cuts, clean fades, and new beginnings.

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