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Posted on: August 13, 2014
After getting licensed as a cosmetologist, many individuals desire to start their own practice. This can be a rewarding experience that pays dividends for the remainder of a person's lifetime. Many people have successfully built skincare practices that have built their name as an industry leader and made them a substantial amount of money. For ambitious individuals seeking to do this, below is some information for starting a skincare practice from scratch.
Roadmap for Success
The first step for starting a practice is to become a licensed skincare specialist. The requirements for this vary by state, but in order to start a company individuals will need to be licensed as an esthetician. After this, those aspiring to start their own practice will need to build a business plan. In many cases, financing through a bank or investor may be necessary to get started.
Avoid Failure
Since about 80 percent of businesses fail within the first two years, is important to keep in mind reasons why they frequently fail. The most common reason why business fails to succeed is because it does not have adequate capital for getting started. Some businesses also fail because they conduct poor research when they get started and consequently made bad decisions. Finally, it will be important to be financially responsible when owning your own business to prevent cash flow problems.
Starting Requirements
When starting a new practice, it can be helpful to already has an existing client base. If working for another employer, clients can be acquired who are known well enough to come along to a new company. This can make it easier to find those initial customers that can be expensive and difficult to obtain. It will also be necessary to have a facility where treating clients can actually take place. The location that is selected is absolutely critical for success. Therefore, it may be necessary to conduct market research or even work with a professional to ensure that the right real estate is chosen.
