Salon Marketing Checklist
A complete, actionable marketing checklist covering everything from local SEO to retention campaigns. Follow these steps to build a marketing engine that grows your salon on autopilot.
Discovery & SEO Checklist
Claim and verify Google Business Profile
Complete every GBP field (hours, services, description, categories)
Upload 20+ high-quality photos to GBP
Set up automated review requests after appointments
Respond to all Google reviews within 24 hours
Build citations on 50+ directories (Yelp, Yellow Pages, etc.)
Ensure NAP consistency across all listings
Optimize website for local keywords
Add schema markup to website
Create location-specific landing pages
Set up Google Search Console and Analytics
Optimize for AI search engines (AEO)
Booking & Conversion Checklist
Enable 24/7 online booking on your website
Set up AI receptionist for after-hours inquiries
Add booking links to Google Business Profile
Add booking buttons to all social media profiles
Implement multi-channel inquiry handling (phone, text, DM, email)
Set up appointment confirmation messages
Create booking abandonment follow-up sequences
Display pricing transparency on website and GBP
Optimize booking page for mobile devices
Track booking conversion rate monthly
Retention & Loyalty Checklist
Set up automated rebooking reminders
Create win-back campaigns for lapsed clients (60-90 days)
Implement birthday and anniversary messages
Build a referral reward program
Send post-visit thank you messages
Create VIP loyalty tiers for top clients
Track client retention rate monthly
Track rebooking rate by stylist
Set up churn prediction alerts
Personalize communications based on service history
Analytics & Optimization Checklist
Track key metrics monthly (retention, conversion, CLV, churn)
Set up demand forecasting for staffing optimization
Review revenue per service category quarterly
Monitor no-show rate and take action above 15%
Compare performance by stylist
Analyze which marketing channels drive most bookings
Review and adjust marketing budget quarterly
Track ROI on each marketing investment
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How often should I review this checklist?
- Review the full checklist quarterly and perform the weekly/monthly items on schedule. Marketing consistency is more important than any single action - doing a few things consistently beats doing everything once.
- Which items should I prioritize first?
- Start with Google Business Profile optimization, review generation, and booking automation. These three items typically deliver the fastest ROI for salons and require minimal ongoing effort once set up.
- Can Prefero automate items on this checklist?
- Yes. Prefero's four agents automate approximately 80% of the items on this checklist, including SEO, review management, booking, retention campaigns, and analytics reporting.
- Do I need to do everything on this checklist?
- No. Focus on the categories most relevant to your current challenges. If you need more clients, prioritize discovery and booking. If you are losing clients, focus on retention. Use this as a menu, not a mandate.
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Use Cases
Key Features
Google Business Profile
Automated GBP optimization
AI Review Management
Generate & manage 5-star reviews
Multi-Channel Inbox
All conversations in one place
Automated Rebooking
Smart reminders that drive return visits
Demand Forecasting
Predict busy periods with AI
24/7 AI Receptionist
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