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Emily Holzer, Content Specialist

Combining a passion for writing, data, and helping small businesses thrive, Emily loves building resources to help lift beauty and wellness professionals higher. Outside of the office, you can find her on a longboard or behind a chess board. Fun fact: Emily has donated Fun fact: Emily has donated 9 ponytails (so far) across 5 hair loss charities in the U.S.

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Picture of a barbershop owner discussing October marketing ideas
Picture of a barbershop owner discussing October marketing ideas
October marketing guide for barbershops: Key dates and campaign ideas

Discover fresh campaign ideas to make your barbershop stand out this October.

Fitness team working on their October marketing
Fitness team working on their October marketing
October marketing guide for gyms and fitness brands: Key dates and creative ideas

October brings a variety of marketing opportunities for fitness studios. Explore key dates and campaign ideas for gyms here.

Salon owner after successful October marketing campaigns
Salon owner after successful October marketing campaigns
October marketing guide for salons: Unique dates and campaign ideas

Bring autumn vibes to your salon and gear up for the holiday season with these October marketing ideas.

Spa owner enjoying successful October marketing campaigns
Spa owner enjoying successful October marketing campaigns
October marketing guide for spas: Key dates and campaign ideas

Create warm, inviting promotions with these October campaign ideas tailored to spa businesses.

Picture of a medspa owner considering October marketing ideas
Picture of a medspa owner considering October marketing ideas
October marketing guide for medspas: Key dates and creative ideas

Launch fall-inspired treatments with these October medspa marketing ideas.

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2025 Q4 beauty and wellness marketing calendar
2025 Q4 beauty and wellness marketing calendar
The Q4 2025 beauty and wellness marketing calendar

Finish the year on a strong with a marketing calendar designed to boost your campaigns, maximize engagement, and set the stage for a successful year ahead.

Passing on credit card fees to clients
Passing on credit card fees to clients
Should you pass on credit card fees to customers? What salons and spas need to know about surcharges

Learn how credit card surcharges can help your business offset rising costs, stay compliant, and protect profitability without raising prices.

Salon and spa owner reading The Check-In newsletter
Salon and spa owner reading The Check-In newsletter
The Check-In Newsletter – Sept 17, 2025: Data-driven insights

Explore new data to help boost operations and drive growth in your business.

2026 salon and spa consumer preferences
2026 salon and spa consumer preferences
2025 Survey infographics: What salon and spa clients want for 2026 — AI and appointment booking trends

AI at the front desk? We asked 1,000 salon and spa clients what they expect in 2026 — and their answers may surprise you.

AI receptionist for wellness brands
AI receptionist for wellness brands
AI receptionists vs. call answering systems: Key differences for salons and spas

What is the difference between an AI receptionist and a call answering system for salons and spas? Find the right front desk solutions for your business.

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