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By Theodore Wallis, 28 Dec 2016

Postural tips for hairdressers, massage therapists and physios

Theo Wallis, owner of The Muscle Mechanics in Dunedin, sees a lot of people with back, shoulder and neck pain. He's put together some tips on how to avoid the aches and pains that so often come along with standing over clients.

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 23 Dec 2016

Activity View for iOS: Your day at a glance

Welcome to 2017! It’s a new year and a new look. We’re getting right into it with a brand new addition to the Timely app for iPad and iPhone. Welcome to Activity view!

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 1 Dec 2016

Timely for the Christmas season

The madness of the silly season is starting to creep in. The good news is, there’s no reason to panic. Timely's got your back! Let’s take a look at five Timely features no business should be without over the Christmas period.

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 29 Nov 2016

Keeping fitness clients during Christmas

It’s practically a cliche, but it’s 100% true – as the silly season approaches, our health gets put on the backburner. And for us fitness professionals, that means our classes start looking a little bit empty! So how do you make sure that you’re not “out of sight, out of mind” for your clients over Christmas?

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 16 Nov 2016

How to handle nutrition questions from fitness clients

Say you’re a personal trainer. You’ve studied and practiced to get where you are, and now you’re finally building up your client base. And then it starts – the nutrition questions. What’s a personal trainer to do?

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 31 Oct 2016

New feature: resource bookings in Timely

Whether you’re wielding an IPL gun, pampering people in a treatment room or creating some gorgeous nail art at a manicure table, we’ve got you covered to ensure you don’t double book your most important assets.

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 18 Oct 2016

Timely’s Guide to Salon and Spa Blogs: What to write about

Writing may not be your passion, but hair, beauty and business is. Every blog is different, and every writer has their own unique style. Some days it's easy to get the ink flowing, and other days you may be be faced with writer’s block – it happens to us all. If you need some inspiration to get started on your blogging journey, here are a few things to consider.

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 15 Oct 2016

Taking her beauty business to the next level

When you walk into The Facialist in Auckland, you’re greeted by the combination of soothing aromas, warm minimalist design and Ashleigh’s calm smile. It’s a winning trio and one that hints at the relaxing, professional experience ahead of you. But Ashleigh Scott wasn’t always The Facialist.

By Jacob Lawrie, 14 Oct 2016

Love your squad: easy tips to get better staff photos

Lovely photos of your team is a wonderful way to introduce them to new customers; it can also mean the difference between that person choosing you or one of your competitors. So I've put together a few easy tips on taking photos that will help you present your team well.

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 11 Oct 2016

Secrets of successful salon owners

We've all seen it: a salon or spa that so effortlessly succeeds it almost seems like magic. You look at them and think they probably never have to discipline their staff, they never have to worry about what they're going to post on socials, and they always have plenty of time for family.

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 7 Oct 2016

Timely’s Guide to Salon and Spa Blogs: Why you should blog

Writing a blog isn’t for everyone. But if you’re looking to be a leader in your industry, it’s a great way to assert your voice and gain some cred. Even if you don’t feel wild about writing, you still probably have a treasure trove of knowledge about your profession that would appeal to many people. We’re here to simplify the process, and help you find your voice.

By Alex Davies-Parmenter, 5 Oct 2016

How to manage an employee who’s always late

Chronic lateness is something most of us will encounter in our lives, whether it's from our coworkers, our staff members, or even ourselves. It can be difficult to know what balance to strike between being too lax and ruling with an iron fist, especially if the lateness isn't necessarily cutting into client time.

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