Speaking & Media | Richard Merrill Consulting
Richard Merrill Cosulting’s mission is is to play a crucial roll in improving the informed application of fundamental business skills for licensed spa professionals. Through that process we will create a community that transforms the spa industry. Richard Merrill Consulting is the developer of the The Complete Spa Business Regimen™, an online course for accelerating spa business success.
Richard is a strong believer in implementing systems and combines fundamental business strategies for licensed spa professionals. He works hard to help spa professionals transform their complete spa business and supports their efforts to develop unique brand identities for generating more revenue.
Richard's focus on business, marketing, and leadership are featured in many industry publications, events and podcasts. His audience walks away inspired to grow their business and lead more enriching lives.
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Elevating Your Esthetics Career
Running a successful esthetics business requires a delicate balance of talent, passion, and sound financial management. While estheticians are undoubtedly experts in their craft, navigating the intricacies of revenue, income, and business strategy can be overwhelming. Click the button to read more
How Your Voice Can Make a Difference in the Spa Industry
Join Industry Advocate, Richard Merrill in this 15-minute webisode as he explores how advocating for change at the state level impacts spa regulations. Discover practical ways to make your voice heard and influence industry standards. Tune in to empower yourself and the spa community!
Esthetician Empowerment
When it comes to growing and making change in any industry, you need to have conversations and take steps to make it happen. For the spa industry, there is a myriad of ways to get your voice heard and out there and to take part in some heavy hitting discussions. However, navigating the way to do this, and figuring out how to get your voice heard can be an incredibly difficult feat.
Bold Journey Magazine
We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Richard Merrill. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Richard below.
Want to be Successful? You HAVE to Sell!
Whether you are an owner, employee, or student, your career will require a robust sales approach. Last month we discussed marketing in 4 easy steps, but what do you do to grow your business revenue outside of marketing?
The Compliance Conversation
Creating a skin care treatment plan is a licensed professional’s responsibility. Part of our job is setting expectations with clients on engaging with your services. Having a process that holds your client accountable will increase your revenue, reduce cancellations and restore joy in your treatment room.
Skin Analysis Methodology
Proper steps and equipment for dermal assessment in the clinical practice and spa...
Instagram Hacks: Building a Profitable Spa
Skincare professionals not currently using Instagram for Business are missing out on a massive marketing...
The Perfect Finish: 3 Quick Makeup Products
The first few steps into color cosmetics do not have to be big. In fact, simple makeup additions to retail can have...
Strategic Exit Planning for Spa Professionals
During this strategic session, this webinar will discuss the tools and techniques needed to plan for operating a successful spa practice and planning for an exit into retirement.
Spa Branding Mistakes & How to Fix Them
Congratulations, you’ve got this beautiful spa business – you’re a unique service provider with outstanding client relations and deliver five-star worthy treatments. Now What?
What a Tool!
"In Skin Analysis Methodology, learn from Richard Merrill proper steps and equipment for an accurate dermal assessment of clients within a spa setting."
Makeup: Essential or Optional?
Makeup is a billion-dollar industry, so it should come as no surprise that many spas are cashing in...
What tips do you have for keeping the spa clean?
I think the greatest tip is to schedule time to clean, disinfect, and organize. A client should feel as though they are walking into opening day every time they visit the spa...
Why We Love... Professional Associations
"Because they give me access to discounts that allow me to expand my business."
The Beauty Debut: Growing Your Business
Tune in today to hear how Richard got his start in the industry, his journey that led him to opening his own business, why he looked at his schooling as a business and ran with it and how his mindset plays a role in starting each day new.
Student Story: Create Your Skincare
Watch the interview with Rachael Pontillo to hear more.
2016 Aesthetic Everything: Top Aesthetician
Richard Merrill recieves 3rd Place Top Aesthetician in the US from Aesthetic Everything...
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Schedule a 30 minutes complimentary consultation where together we will perform an in-depth business needs assessment and review the award-winning Business Snapshot Report to give you a clear overview of your business needs. At the end of this call you will walk away equipped with the answers you need to start growing your business immediately.
Meet Richard Merrill-Rivas of Artesia
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The Skin Games: 2017
2016 Game Changer Richard Merrill returns to The Skin Games 2017
Award Received: 2017 Business of The Year | Universal Companies at The Skin Games
The Skin Games: 2016
The Skin Games 2016 Case Study by Richard Merrill
Awards Recieved: Game Changer for Industry Leadership & 2nd Place Peoples Choice
Nutritional Aesthetics: Member on a Mission
We’re incredibly proud of NAA members and the unique ways that they apply Nutritional Aesthetics® in their personal and professional lives. It’s our goal to support them and share their wisdom by highlighting their stories with you in a periodic ‘Member on a Mission’ feature....
The Skin Games Rocked: Glamologie
Richard Merrill 2016 Game Changer Award, Industry Leader Award
Award Received: 2017 Business of The Year | Universal Companies at The Skin Games
Social Media Help for Your Skincare or Wellness Biz
Please note that the live presentation is free and open to the public, but the replay is exclusively available to NAA Members in their Webinar Library.
NASNPRO: January 2017
We’re incredibly proud of NAA members and the unique ways that they apply Nutritional Aesthetics® in their personal and professional lives. It’s our goal to support them and share their wisdom by highlighting their stories with you in a periodic ‘Member on a Mission’ feature....
Teen Makeup Tutorial - NASNPRO
NASNPRO Director of Sales, Richard Merrill-Rivas walks us through a teen makeup application perfect for Spring, Prom, Homecoming or any special occasion. Learn more at nasnpro.com/join-now
Social Media Help for Your Skincare or Wellness Biz
Please note that the live presentation is free and open to the public, but the replay is exclusively available to NAA Members in their Webinar Library.