Working at the client's location.
WHY OPERATORS DO IT
No premises cost Clients who prefer it A way to start without capital
WHAT IT COSTS
Travel time, which is unbillable Transport Carrying equipment Uncertain working conditions
WHAT TO CALCULATE
Revenue per hour including travel.
WHY
It is frequently far lower than it appears.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
A minimum charge, and a travel charge beyond a radius.
WHY
Short services far away lose money.
WHAT TO PLAN
Appointments grouped by area.
WHY
Travel between distant clients consumes the day.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH BEFORE ATTENDING
The address and how to find it What service is required
What facilities exist: water, power, space
Who else will be present
WHY FACILITIES MATTER
Services requiring water or power cannot be performed without them.
WHAT TO CARRY
Everything needed, including a water supply where uncertain.
WHAT SAFETY REQUIRES
Telling someone where you are going Confirming the appointment beforehand Declining situations that feel wrong
WHY IT MATTERS
Attending unknown addresses alone carries real risk.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
That you may leave if uncomfortable, without explanation.
WHAT HYGIENE REQUIRES
The same standards as a salon, without salon facilities.
WHAT THAT MEANS
Carrying disinfectant, disposables, and clean towels for each client.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH ABOUT PAYMENT
Payment before or at completion, agreed in advance.
WHAT TO RECORD
Clients, services and formulations, as a salon would.
