Station Sharing: The Game-Changing Method for Salons

Nov 20, 2023

What It Is: Station sharing redefines salon space utilization by allowing stylists to freely use any available chair or area. This approach maximizes chair occupancy, streamlines scheduling, and enhances overall salon efficiency.

Why It's Effective:

  • Increases Profitability: Optimizes every inch of your salon space.
  • Gives Stylists Flexibility: Allows for control over schedules and work environment.
  • Simplifies Client Booking: Makes appointment setting more efficient.

The Role of Aura Salonware: Aura Salonware is pivotal in station sharing success, simplifying schedule management and ensuring a smooth operation for both stylists and clients.

Managing Expectations: Clear communication and guidelines are essential to manage situations like full occupancy and integrating new stylists into the system.

Station Sharing vs. Station Shifts: Unlike traditional shifts, station sharing provides stylists with greater freedom and efficiency, benefiting both staff and salon profitability.

Implementing Station Sharing: Adopting station sharing, with tools like Aura Salonware, leads to a more productive, flexible, and profitable salon environment.

Interested in adopting station sharing? Explore one-on-one coaching to transform your salon.


Christen Barrs is the owner of Good Hair Collective and a coach for Destroy the Hairdresser. She specializes in teaching extension artists and salon owners how to revolutionize the salon experience.