This task is one section of Small business workflows for 20 industries, with 19 related tasks on one page.
1. What to record
Keep the booking, the stylist, the service performed, any product sold, and the payment.
Do not reduce shelf stock for a service that used no retail product.
2. People and records
On small screens, scroll the table sideways to see every column.
| Record | Who uses it | What to keep |
|---|---|---|
| Booking | Desk | Guest, service, stylist, start, and duration. |
| Service done | Stylist | What was performed and whether it finished. |
| Product sale | Desk | Product and quantity taken from the shelf. |
| Payment | Desk | Amount for the service, amount for products, and method. |
3. One complete cycle
- Book one service on one stylist’s calendar.
- Mark the service done.
- Add a product only if the guest buys one.
- Take a payment that lists the service and the product separately.
Expected: The stylist’s time is no longer open, shelf quantity drops only for the product, and the receipt shows both lines.
4. Check before you add tools
Look at tomorrow’s bookings against who is actually working. A booking on a person who is away is not a plan.
5. Frequently asked questions
Can two guests book the same stylist at once?
No. The second booking needs a different time or a different person.
Do I stock-count a haircut?
No. Count only retail products that leave the shelf.
What if the guest leaves without paying?
Leave the ticket open and named. Do not delete the service to hide it.
6. Related articles and next steps
Sample amounts and names in this guide are illustrative. They are not a client result, a price, or legal advice.
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