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Ever had someone cancel 15 minutes before because “it’s raining,” or show up mid-cough insisting they’re fine? We pull back the curtain on the messy side of beauty services—late cancels, illness excuses, weather panic, and the all-too-common “I’ll Venmo later”—and share the exact boundaries and scripts that keep a small business sane. This is a raw, honest look at what happens when relationship-based work collides with real-life expectations.

We walk through health-first policies for flu season and COVID exposure, including when to reschedule, when to refuse service, and how to communicate without guilt. From holiday horror stories to clients oversharing stomach bugs on the table, we explain how clear rules protect everyone’s safety and avoid resentment. You’ll hear how we use deposits, cards on file, and late-cancel fees to defend limited time, plus why bridal contracts and retainers are non-negotiable when weekends are your most valuable inventory.

Money boundaries get the spotlight: “front me lashes,” unpaid tips that never arrive, and the awkward moment a client asks to be serviced without funds. We cover professional responses, documentation habits, and when it’s time to fire a client with a polite referral list. Along the way, we talk tipping culture, repeat lateness, discount fishing, and the emotional toll of feeling undervalued—why direct communication isn’t rude, it’s respectful. If you’re a beauty pro, esthetician, lash artist, or service provider who wants fewer no-shows and more peace, this playbook will help you protect your calendar, your health, and your best clients.

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