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The Check-In Newsletter - June 18, 2025: Tipping truths and no-show fixes

From tips on winning client loyalty and avoiding no-shows to fresh industry data and marketing ideas, we’ve got the latest insights to help take your business to the next level.
Industry Insights
Infographic: Are you paying for no-shows?
No-show appointments cost salons an average of $6,864 per year, and this number jumps up to $42,640 for medspas. That’s lost revenue you can prevent. Fortunately, there are simple steps to stay protected.
Download the full infographic
The Pulse Point
78% of salon and spa regulars believe businesses should use AI to offer more personalized experiences.
Test Your Knowledge
We all know first impressions matter... but what percentage of customers say they will only consider a salon or spa with a rating of 4.5 or 5 stars?
A) 29%
B) 39%
C) 49%
Think you know the answer? Scroll down to find out!
Growth Tip of the Week
Protect your business from no-shows with automated appointment reminders, upfront payments or deposits, and clear cancellation policies.
These small steps today can protect thousands in revenue tomorrow.
Protect your business from no-shows with automated appointment reminders, upfront payments or deposits, and clear cancellation policies.
These small steps today can protect thousands in revenue tomorrow.
New and trending in...
Beauty and Wellness
Top 5 industry growth trends
We have data on the hottest 2025 trends in the beauty and wellness industry that you can use to drive growth in your business.
View the 2025 trends
Salons
2025 Survey: The state of salon tipping
Did you know that 55% of stylists would prefer higher pricing models over tips? Our survey unpacks what customers and stylists really think about today's tipping culture.
Explore the status of salon tipping
Medspas
The science of aesthetics marketing
It's easy to get lost in the world of medspa marketing. If you're looking for directions, data can offer a roadmap to help improve retention, increase ROI, and drive your business forward.
Get the guide to data-driven marketing
Barbershops
Winning loyalty for barbershops
Loyal customers can make or break small businesses, and the competition can be especially tough for barbershops. Learn how to break through the noise and keep your clients coming back.
Read the loyalty guide
Fitness
The power of referral programs
Looking for low-cost, high-impact marketing for your fitness brand? Referrals are one of the best (and often underused) tools in your toolbox. Explore smart, easy-to-launch referral ideas.
Unlock referral insights
Marketing Corner
Seasonal ideas for your business
Needing inspiration for your next promo? National Hydration Day is June 23, perfect for a hydrating treatment discount or special.
Want more timely tips, ideas, and inspiration?
View the June 2025 marketing calendar
Test Your Knowledge Answer Reveal:
B) 49% — Nearly half of your potential clients won’t even consider your salon or spa unless your rating is 4.5 or higher. For medspas, it’s a whopping 64%.
Reputation = revenue.
Thanks for reading
That's all for today, but we will check back with more updates and growth insights in just two weeks!

Written by
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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Emily Holzer, Content Specialist
Combining a passion for writing, data, and helping small businesses thrive, Emily loves building resources that lift beauty and wellness professionals higher. She has spent the last three years dedicated to researching and creating tools for salons, spas, medspas, barbershops, and gyms. Her specialties include marketing, AI, and automation. \r
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