Finish The Year Strong
The last quarter of the year present many opportunities for a medical aesthetics business to finish the year strong. However, capitalizing on opportunities do not happen by accident. It takes time and effort. It takes teamwork. It takes strategic thought and planning. Here are some ideas to end the year strong and make this quarter the best finish ever for your business!
One Trick Pony
It is no secret that industry trends can drive business and lead to an increase in demand. However, just as trends can drive up demand and subsequently boost profitability, trends can also have a devastating impact on business. In emerging industries changing demand can lead to volatility, especially for those who are one trick ponies that put all their eggs in one basket. Medical aesthetics is one such industry.
5 Reasons Med Spas Struggle
Over the past twenty years medical aesthetics has risen in popularity among those who seek age defying and life extending solutions. As is the case in any emerging industry, growing popularity among the masses has brought with it growing competition and great interest from investors. The industry is amid an evolution. Loosely run and unsophisticated practices will have to change or find themselves faced with the unfortunate realization that comes with operating in a high demand industry. Here are 5 areas to focus on as you seek to grow your med spa in an ever evolving industry.
Key Considerations for Successful Med Spa Expansion
Deciding to expand and committing to multi-unit growth is one thing. Knowing when, where, and how to expand effectively is another. If it were easy, everyone would do it. If it were easy, so many that try wouldn’t fail as often as they do. So, how is it done successfully? Here are some thoughts to consider and suggestions for easing your way into it.
Back To Profitability
Medical aesthetics practices are businesses just like any other. Even though they provide a service that is clinical by nature, they are still a business. If you struggle with the idea that a medically based practice is a business, the odds are you are either not a practice owner or if you are, the chances are your practice is either struggling to stay afloat or stagnant.
Use Patient Charting to Boost Business
We offer five reasons why you should make client note taking a priority. By following this tried-and-true process you will not only ensure client safety, which is also good for business, but you will ensure the development of a deeper client relationship, which, as you guessed it, is also good for business.
Downtime Growth Strategies
Whether you're an owner of a medical spa, an aesthetician, injector, or wellness provider, maximizing your time is essential for operating efficiently and effectively. Downtime between clients should be viewed as opportunities to elevate your practice and differentiate yourself in the highly competitive medial aesthetics industry.
The Founder’s Dilemma
The founder’s dilemma is this, when is the right time to take on a partner or exit completely, and who is the right partner to do either? Those unfamiliar with all it takes to build and grow a business may not understand the dilemma. However, such a decision is not that easy for a founder who has taken on great risk and poured their heart and soul into nurturing and growing a business that was at one time on outer edges of what now appears to be a no brainer industries.
LET’S TALK LEAD CONVERSIONS
Medical aesthetics practice owners may believe they do a good job at converting prospects to cash paying clients, but when asked about the return on the investment (ROI) of marketing dollars, most fail to know the data or how to effectively manage and convert leads.
Thriving During Uncertain Times
By being aware of how local and national economies impact sales, you can prepare your medical aesthetics practice to handle fluctuations in demand. Understanding these economic dynamics allows you to react quickly to emerging threats or opportunities resulting from changing consumer sentiment. By staying informed you can navigate economic shifts effectively while capitalizing on potential growth opportunities.
The Business Success Triad
The formula for business success is the same no matter the market or industry. It is adherence to business fundamentals and an entrepreneurial mentality that separates the achievers from the non achievers.