The holiday season is right around the corner. It’s that time of year when schedules fill up fast, clients are scrambling to look their best, and your schedule is packed. But with a little preparation, you can turn the holiday rush into a smooth and successful season for your business.

We created this guide to help you get your profile holiday-ready.

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1. Review & Update Your Hours

The holidays mean more demand, but also the need for boundaries. Start by updating your availability to make it clear when you're open for business. 

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2. Check Your Booking Preferences

Ensure your schedule works for you. Pay close attention to settings like Auto-Confirm, Auto-Comment, Booking Intervals and more.

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3. Create Holiday Services with Premium Hours

For those peak times when clients need you. Some barbers create premium hours just for the holidays, making it easy to revert back to normal pricing when the rush is over. View more info on this here. 

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4. Create Add-On Services

The holidays are about giving—and your clients will appreciate little extras that elevate their experience. Consider offering additional services that allow clients to add on to their experience with you. This can include hot towel services, hair washing, enhancements and more.

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5. Block Off Vacation Days

While you’re busy servicing your clients, don’t forget to prioritize yourself. Block Off Your Vacation Days so your clients know when you plan to take a well-deserved break. Planning your time off in advance ensures you can enjoy the holidays with your loved ones while keeping your business running smoothly. Learn more here.

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6. Send Client Blasts

Send Client Blasts regularly to keep your clients informed with your latest updates. Communicate your off days so clients know ahead of time that you are unavailable, or share news of your Premium Hours, Add-On Services, or your new seasonal Promotional Offers! 

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7. Double Check Your Policies

Last-minute cancellations and no-shows can mess up your day, especially during the holidays. That’s why you need to get ahead of them. Take control of your time and make sure you have cancellation and no-show policies set up. You can Create Policies for everyone or for specific clients. This is your safety net to get paid no matter what. ‍Respect starts with setting boundaries. Protect your time and pockets using these safeguards.

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8. Enable Contactless Checkouts with Tap-To-Pay

Mobile payments aren’t just convenient—they’re essential. Give your clients a checkout experience that’s as sharp as their fresh cut. Enabling payments gives your clients the power of choice. Clients can pay you via: Credit/Debit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, CashApp Pay and Apple Tap to Pay. And now, clients can pay you in-app, after you complete their service. This puts the checkout experience in their hands, making it easier for you to keep your chair spinning!

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9. Share Your Barber Profile

With your profile set up to your liking, you still need to stay on top of your marketing. Share Your Profile Link on IG to help your followers find your profile.

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10. Hand Out Business Cards

Spread the word, no matter the season. Order your custom theCut Business Cards with a QR code so clients can book you easily.

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Lock In This Holiday Season

This is your time to shine—your chance to end the year strong. Taking these simple steps ensures you’ll not only survive the holiday rush—you’ll thrive in it. Here’s to a season of fresh fades, loyal clients, and steady income!

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We'd love to hear how these have worked out for you! After you try these steps, let us know how they worked out for you!