149 How Technology Can Streamline All Your HR Needs with Ian Egerton

As I often say, we are in the ‘people business.’ This means that our primary product is the people who sit in our chairs and the services we offer to make our clients happy.  But from the salon owners' perspective, we are also in the ‘people business’ in that because our teams are also our product and our most important asset. The Human Resource (HR) regulation around employees varies from country to country but no matter where you are listening to this podcast there are almost definitely more complexities around managing your team today than there were 5 years ago.  And managing those complexities takes time, and time is money.  My guest on today's podcast is Ian Egerton, hairdresser, salon owner, and the founder of Loop HR Salon Software. Ian’s software solution makes the HR component not just much easier to manage, but also extremely professional.  In today’s podcast we will discuss: The role of ‘HR’ in a successful salon The benefits of getting more organised, systemised, and automated when it comes to HR…  And lots more! In this Episode: [02:39] An overview of Ian’s journey from “Saturday boy” in his local salon to the founder of Loop HR. [08:55] Ian’s approach to business development. [11:48] Origins of the name Loop HR.  [14:25] Experiences that motivated Ian to found Loop HR. [16:24] An explanation of how Loop HR works.  [24:01] The 4 pillars of business, and where Loop HR fits in amongst them. [24:52] Elements that make Loop HR unique. [25:30] Examples of Loop HR in action. [30:56] How to use Loop HR.  [32:33] The benefits that Loop HR provides to salon employees. [37:52] Ian explains how salon owners can integrate Loop HR into their systems (and the assistance that he offers). [41:15] The 3 subscription-based packages offered by Loop HR. [43:10] Ian’s greatest joy.   Thanks so much for joining me this week. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated!  They do matter in the rankings of the show and help other people find my podcast.  I also love to hear what’s been helpful and what you love about the podcast! Just click here to review, scroll to the bottom, tap “Ratings and Reviews” tap to rate with 5 stars and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you for your support! Special thanks to Ian for sharing his insights with me for this week’s episode. Until next time! Antony Links and Resources: Grow My Salon Business  Website | Facebook | Instagram Loop HR Website