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As a proud member of both England and Great Britain’s blind football teams, Brandon Coleman’s passion for sport has led him to understand how everyday muscle pains can affect both performance and comfort. Working with everyone from elite athletes to construction workers, Brandon offers unique deep tissue and holistic treatments based in a purpose-built studio at his home in Horndean, near Portsmouth. 
 

In 2021, customers spent $8.9 billion online on Black Friday, $21 billion on Small Business Saturday, and $10.7 billion on Cyber Monday – and that's just in the US. Wherever you are in the world, you can bring the Black Friday rush straight to your business this year if you play your cards right.

Here are the top five reasons why using an online booking calendar is a win for you and your clients.

There’s no need to spend ages planning out your Black Friday promotional texts — we’ve got you covered. 

Fresha is introducing Apple Pay and QR codes for your clients to easily pay or leave a tip, with no sign-up required. Checkout is easy and smooth, with no need to send payment links via text or for clients to get out their cards. Just scan and pay. Simple as that.

Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a way of thinking that can reduce your outgoings, boost your business’s reputation, and even help the planet. But what does it really mean? And what practical steps can you take to minimise your salon’s carbon footprint?

Fresha's new promotions tool allows you to create and share discount codes with your clients, which they can use when booking online or during checkout. Treat your loyal clients with seasonal offers, or attract new clients with a one-off code.

We all need a bit of escapism, and Halloween provides the perfect opportunity.

Everyone knows beauty is more than skin deep, and Katy Carter Aesthetics’ professional facial treatments are a real confidence boost. This young entrepreneur from Portsmouth is on the path to success, powered by Fresha's deposits feature, powerful marketing tools and time-saving all-in-one platform. 

The way salons and spas communicate with their clients has changed dramatically over the last couple of decades. While smartphones and the internet have made it easier to reach eyes and ears, the multitude of websites, emails, blogs and social media accounts mean competition is greater than it’s ever been.

Founder and owner of Natural Balance Therapies, Mark Alexander set up his spa with the goal of becoming a centre of excellence for massage and osteopathy.
15 years on and they have expanded to acupuncture, beauty treatments and more; here’s how switching to Fresha has given Mark freedom to manage his business.

On 1st October, thousands of salons in the U.S. will be celebrating National Hair Day. But no matter where in the world you are, if you’re in the business of weaves, extensions, grooming, hair cutting, colouring or accessorising, this is a day to get marketing, and get noticed.