🎙️ Episode Title: "Mastering Payments: Choosing the Right Credit Card System for Your Beauty Business"
🎧 Host: Greg Robins
📣 Guest: Chris Browes, CEO of Kubera Payments System
💡 Episode Focus:
Navigating the complexities of credit card payment systems can be daunting for any salon, spa, or barbershop owner. But guess what? It doesn't have to be. This episode dives deep into the world of payment systems, demystifying fees, equipment, and much more. And this isn't just for business owners—individual chair renters, this one's for you too!
What You'll Learn:
1️⃣ The Importance of the Right Payment System:
Discover how your choice of a payment system can elevate the customer experience, streamline your operations, and even boost your bottom line.
2️⃣ Demystifying Fees:
Chris Browes explains the types of fees you might encounter, like flat fees, interchange fees, and tiered rates. Learn why opting for the cheapest option isn't always the best route to take.
3️⃣ Equipment Choices and Costs:
From traditional POS systems to cutting-edge mobile solutions, we discuss upfront and rental costs and what's optimal for different setups, including multi-station salons and individual chair renters.
4️⃣ Mobility Matters:
Get insights into the advantages of mobile payment options, especially if your services extend beyond the walls of your salon or you're a chair renter hopping between locations.
5️⃣ Reliability is Key:
Learn why it’s crucial to opt for a payment system known for reliability and how to handle unexpected system outages.
6️⃣ Customer Service:
Hear real-life stories that highlight the critical role of customer support when things go south.
7️⃣ Software Integrations:
Chris emphasizes the importance of a system that seamlessly integrates with your existing business software.
8️⃣ Chair Renters, Listen Up!:
We wrap up with special considerations for individual chair renters, from contract flexibility to networking and shared payment systems within a larger establishment.
🤝 Partner Spotlight:
Kubera Payments System is not just a guest on today’s episode; they’re also a trusted partner and recommended supplier to BeautyCouncil members. Find out more here.
