What makes Gen Z’s financial world so unique? Backed by top research, explore key insights into their debt, spending habits, and financial literacy gaps. Schools can better support their real-world money needs.

Trade school is making a comeback, and for good reason. With lower costs, faster job entry, and high demand for skilled workers, trade careers offer a smart, practical path to financial independence and job security in today’s economy.

Many beauty students focus intensively on technical skills while remaining largely unaware of paycheck mechanics. According to research, 45% of Americans don't understand how much tax they pay.

The newly released 2024 Salon Chain Compensation Study examining W2 data from over 25,000 licensed service providers offers invaluable insights that directly impact how we prepare students for post-graduation success and set appropriate expectations for their beauty careers.

Creating a culture where financial discussions are normalized, celebrated, and integrated throughout the student experience sets your institution apart while better preparing professionals for industry success.

For beauty students, financial literacy—understanding how to manage, grow, and protect money—is essential, particularly in an industry with multiple employment pathways.

As beauty school educators, we've all seen the grimaces when the word "budget" comes up in conversation. For many students, financial terms like "budget" come loaded with negative associations — restriction, limitation, or even failure.

We've all experienced it—that glazed look in students' eyes when financial topics arise. The secret to breaking through? Understanding that not all students learn the same way.

In our conversations with students, one spending habit comes up in conversation more than any other: food delivery services. As convenient as these platforms may be, they're quickly becoming a significant financial drain for many young adults.

Many educators hesitate to teach financial literacy because they feel they aren't financial experts themselves. The truth? Being an effective MONEY EDU facilitator isn't about having all the answers—it's about guiding meaningful learning experiences.

In today's beauty education landscape, maintaining student engagement—especially around financial topics—can be challenging. Here are our proven strategies to transform your financial literacy classroom.

Implementing a financial curriculum isn't just about teaching the material; it’s also about providing the right support.