Savvy Salon and Day Spa, Cornelius NC
Pat Helmandollar from Savvy Salon and Day Spa

Pat Helmandollar

Savvy Salon and Day Spa

About Us

We are a premiere salon and spa located in the prestigious Lake Norman area just north of Charlotte, NC. Our mission statement: "To ensure first quality service in a professional atmosphere through caring, constant learning and teamwork" Pat Helmandollar, president

Products & Services
All hair, nail, skin and body services offered in a day spa. by Savvy Salon and Day Spa
For a detailed list and to contact us, visit our website: www.savvysalonanddayspa.com
We Love Bridal Parties by Savvy Salon and Day Spa
Featured in this photo is a bridal party with lovely hair & make up. They are all wearing Pink Pewter hairbands, which we also have. You may reac...
Hair, Nails, Skin & Massage by Savvy Salon and Day Spa
Great for yourself or for your friends, family or co-workers. Check us out online at www.savvysalonanddayspa.com
Recommendations Given (17)
"Fabulous to work with. Superior products and a large variety. I wouldn't go anywhere else!"
"This is a small school, privately owned, and allows for a lot of one on one training and lots of..." Read more "This is a small school, privately owned, and allows for a lot of one on one training and lots of practice. Not being a part of a large conglomerate allows for better training for students."
Recent Activity

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on February 28, 2018
For our industry I would say that Instagram is growing quickly into being #1. (more) For our industry I would say that Instagram is growing quickly into being #1.

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on December 08, 2017
Word of mouth is your absolute best source of advertising and it costs nothing. You can, of course, offer a reward for referrals. You could try Groupon, but make sure it's a value for the money and they want to return. (more) Word of mouth is your absolute best source of advertising and it costs nothing. You can, of course, offer a reward for referrals. You could try Groupon, but make sure it's a value for the money and they want to return.

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on December 08, 2017
Yes. We used Groupon and was quite effective. I think it is great when building a new business. (more) Yes. We used Groupon and was quite effective. I think it is great when building a new business.

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on December 07, 2017
We have done Groupon from time to time. The last time we did it, four years ago, we had a good response, although not 100% of the purchasers even used it. Of those that did, we retained about 10%, some of whom are still with us today. It was a good investment at the time. It really depends upon... (more) We have done Groupon from time to time. The last time we did it, four years ago, we had a good response, although not 100% of the purchasers even used it. Of those that did, we retained about 10%, some of whom are still with us today. It was a good investment at the time. It really depends upon your business as to your retention rate. I believe a service business will render better results than retail.

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on October 20, 2017
First of all, determine what makes you different or special and use that. For sure the best advertisement is word of mouth, but you must start someplace. Most likely, your best resource will be social media, once you get going. Do them for 1/2 price to start with. Offer buy one/get one. ... (more) First of all, determine what makes you different or special and use that. For sure the best advertisement is word of mouth, but you must start someplace. Most likely, your best resource will be social media, once you get going. Do them for 1/2 price to start with. Offer buy one/get one. Rewards for referrals. Use Groupon etc. Also, in the final analysis, remember there are a lot of places one can have this service performed. The thing that will set you apart will be your ability to connect with people.

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on October 13, 2017
We have done Groupon from time to time. The last time we did it, four years ago, we had a good response, although not 100% of the purchasers even used it. Of those that did, we retained about 10%, some of whom are still with us today. It was a good investment at the time. It really depends upon... (more) We have done Groupon from time to time. The last time we did it, four years ago, we had a good response, although not 100% of the purchasers even used it. Of those that did, we retained about 10%, some of whom are still with us today. It was a good investment at the time. It really depends upon your business as to your retention rate. I believe a service business will render better results than retail.

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on September 06, 2017
It depends upon the question. I would go to the CPA first. Normally, there are simple answers that can be answered, but if there is an audit involved, the accountant is your best friend in my opinion. If there are other challenges beyond that, you should bring in the attorney, but not until then. (more) It depends upon the question. I would go to the CPA first. Normally, there are simple answers that can be answered, but if there is an audit involved, the accountant is your best friend in my opinion. If there are other challenges beyond that, you should bring in the attorney, but not until then.
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Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on September 01, 2017
I prefer the gift certificates because it is easier to specify, in writing, what you are giving. My software, however, has the option to process and print gift cards. Check out Salonbiz. https://salonbizsoftware.com/ (more) I prefer the gift certificates because it is easier to specify, in writing, what you are giving. My software, however, has the option to process and print gift cards. Check out Salonbiz. https://salonbizsoftware.com/

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on June 23, 2017
Staying connected and engaged is helpful. While your service needs to be good, facials are available everywhere, except online!!! it is all about how much they like "you". Once you get one client, build from referrals. You can throw thousands of dollars at marketing yourself and nothing works... (more) Staying connected and engaged is helpful. While your service needs to be good, facials are available everywhere, except online!!! it is all about how much they like "you". Once you get one client, build from referrals. You can throw thousands of dollars at marketing yourself and nothing works better than word of mouth. Join clubs, do some feebies and demos. Go to different events where you can have a booth. Once you meet enough people they will do the marketing for you and you must keep connected with them via e-mail, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and your own website. Keep reminding them that you are there. Personal notes are helpful and is an antiquated sort of marketing but is surely something to think about. Best wishes.

Pat from Savvy Salon and Day Spa Answered this on May 15, 2017
Linda, The answer is simple. Be creative. Creativity is defined as determining what everyone else is doing and do the opposite. (more) Linda, The answer is simple. Be creative. Creativity is defined as determining what everyone else is doing and do the opposite.

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