Tina Alberino

Beauty industry survivalist, salon crisis interventionist, tactical verb-weapon specialist, and the leader of at least a hundred workplace revolutions, Tina Alberino is known as much for her extensive knowledge as for her sarcastic wit and mercilessly straightforward style. She’s the author of The Beauty Industry Survival Guide and Salon Ownership and Management: A Definitive Guide to the Professional Beauty Business. When she’s not writing, educating, or consulting, she can be found overthinking everything, identifying problems people didn’t know existed, and stubbornly working to change the things she cannot accept.

How to Approach Your Salon Owner to Discuss Fair Employment Practices

Addressing concerns about fair labor and wage practices with salon employers. A a crucial resource for those seeking to foster a fair and transparent workplace in the beauty industry.

Exploitation Exposed: 8 Shameless Salon Practices That Aren’t Legal

The legal misconceptions prevalent among salon owners. Learn about the Fair Labor Standards Act, employee rights, and the legality of certain common practices in the beauty industry. This article is a must-read for salon owners and professionals aiming to navigate the complexities of employment law, ensuring their practices align with legal standards.

Unreasonable Compensation: How the Commission-Only System Fails Salons and Professionals

Delve into the drawbacks of the commission-only compensation model in the beauty industry. Learn how this system can lead to financial instability for both salon owners and professionals, and discover alternative compensation methods for a more sustainable and mutually beneficial arrangement.

How to Become a Mentor

Learn how to become an exceptional mentor with this comprehensive guide for professionals aiming to support and guide newcomers in their career journey.

Work Without Pay: “Am I required to perform free services to help ‘promote’ the business or myself?”

Learn the legality and ethics of unpaid work in the salon industry, particularly for promotions or as part of employment. The article delves into when it is legally permissible to work without pay and emphasizes the importance of fair compensation for all work done in a salon setting.

How to Create Powerful Salon Policies

How to establish clear and effective salon policies. Learn the importance of precise language, strategic placement, and consistent enforcement to communicate standards and maintain a professional environment. Learn the potential benefits and drawbacks of implementing strict policies.

Wage Theft: What it is and what you can do about it.

Learn how to identify wage theft in the beauty industry and what steps to take action against it. Salon professionals should be aware of their rights and the mechanisms in place to protect them.

Building a Better Beauty Industry Together

A motivational wake-up call, emphasizing the value and professionalism in the beauty industry. Recognize your worth, challenge exploitative practices, and take control of your professional life. Affirmations for both salon professionals and owners, promoting respect, collaboration, and proactive change to foster a healthier industry environment.

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Highlighting Humanity: Embracing Gender Diversity in Salons

This post delves into the harmful impact of discriminatory practices and offers actionable advice for embracing diversity, ensuring respect, and advocating for change. Learn about the legal and ethical responsibilities of salon professionals and discover best practices for promoting inclusivity in your salon, transforming it into a space where every client feels valued and respected.

A Brush with the Law: The Debate Over Cosmetology Licensing

Uncover how targeted certifications can break barriers for aspiring salon professionals, streamlining their path to entrepreneurship without the need for extensive, irrelevant training. This article sheds light on the impact of these licenses on the beauty sector, offering key insights for those aspiring to join the professional beauty industry.

Do booth or suite renters have to accept the salon owner’s gift certificates?

Is your salon landlord being a Grinch this holiday season?

Your Day in Court: How to Behave in Front of a Judge

Essential tips for maintaining proper decorum in a courtroom. How to dress, behave, and communicate, as well as the importance of respect and professionalism to make a positive impression on the judge. Invaluable guidance for anyone in the beauty industry or elsewhere who finds themselves in a legal setting.

Help! My booth renters aren’t paying their rent!

What can you do when your booth renters are behind on payments and you don't have a written lease?
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