The book examines the entire range of issues related to the development of small businesses in the hairdressing industry. Analyzing the features of managing a hairdressing salon in a competitive market for services, the author gives recommendations to leaders and managers on creating their own enterprise, improving the socio-psychological climate among staff, and studying the clientele. The manual may be useful for students studying management in the social sphere . Teachers at relevant universities will find diagrams and tables useful as illustrative material when giving lectures.