If you're ready to implement more efficient & effective marketing strategies for your practice, book your FREE strategy session & marketing plan: https://go.medspamagicmarketing.com/schedule-Thinking about buying a new med spa device? Before you invest thousands into the latest laser or machine, watch this video. We break down the most common mistakes med spa owners make when purchasing equipment and how to buy smarter by choosing only what you and your patients truly believe in.In this video, you’ll learn:✅ Why most devices aren’t effective lead generators✅ The real role lasers and devices should play in your med spa✅ Why patient satisfaction matters more than brand recognition✅ How to avoid wasting money on low-retention treatments✅ The one thing device reps won’t tell you about long-term ROI✅ When to treat a new machine as a supplement instead of a core service✅ How to align device purchases with actual client demand✅ What successful, acquisition-ready med spas do differently✅ The mindset shift that protects both profitability and peace of mindIf you’re tempted by shiny new tech or being pitched on the “next big thing,” this video will help you make smarter equipment decisions that support long-term growth and sustainability.Check out our interview with Ben Hernandez: https://youtu.be/pWtZjF2TOQY?si=QVnaN0H2UvyOCxZwFollow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/medspamagicmarketing/https://www.linkedin.com/company/med-spa-magic-marketing/https://www.facebook.com/MedSpaMagicMarketing/https://www.tiktok.com/@medspamagicmarketing

If you're ready to implement more efficient & effective marketing strategies for your practice, book your FREE strategy session & marketing plan: https://go.medspamagicmarketing.com/schedule-Want clients to love your med spa, not just their provider? This video shares the exact strategies successful med spas use to build long-term client loyalty to the practice, not just the injector—so you can scale beyond a single provider and grow with confidence.In this video, you’ll learn:✅ Why provider-centric loyalty holds your business back from true scalability✅ How to create a signature treatment protocol that ensures consistency✅ The SOPs every med spa needs to deliver a repeatable experience✅ Hiring tips to ensure your team reflects your brand’s tone and energy✅ How to publicly communicate your training and standards to build trust✅ Why marketing the practice (not just the provider) is key to long-term growth✅ How emotional consistency impacts client retention✅ What systems and tech to use to make provider handoffs seamless✅ How to ensure clients feel cared for—no matter who they seeWhether you're growing to multiple locations or preparing for a future sale, this video gives you a proven framework for creating a scalable, consistent brand that clients trust—regardless of which provider they see.Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/medspamagicmarketing/https://www.linkedin.com/company/med-spa-magic-marketing/https://www.facebook.com/MedSpaMagicMarketing/https://www.tiktok.com/@medspamagicmarketing

Welcome to the Med Spa Success Strategies Podcast, presented by Ricky Shockley of Med Spa Magic Marketing. If you're ready to implement more efficient & effective marketing strategies for your practice, book your FREE strategy session & marketing plan: https://go.medspamagicmarketing.com/scheduleIn this episode, Ricky talks with Ben Hernandez, founder of Skytale Group, about what makes a med spa valuable — whether you're selling or not. Learn the profit benchmarks, payroll ratios, rent targets, service mix strategies, and operational habits that create a business buyers want (and owners love). (⁠https://skytalegroup.com/⁠)In this episode, we cover:✅ What a “de-risked” med spa looks like and why it matters✅ Ideal service mix ratios and why 60% injectables is different than 60% weight loss✅ When multi-location expansion helps—or hurts—valuation✅ Common financial benchmarks: payroll, COGS, rent, marketing, and profitability✅ The real impact of provider loyalty vs. brand loyalty✅ Why recurring revenue models matter more than big-ticket one-offs✅ When and how to offer equity to key providers (and what to expect at sale)✅ The rise of wellness services and how to know if your market is ready✅ Qualitative factors that influence valuation: retention, team culture, and more✅ How to prepare your business—even years before you plan to sellThis episode is loaded with strategic insight and actionable advice for practice owners at every stage of growth. This will give you a clearer lens on how to maximize your med spa’s performance, reduce risk, and think like an investor.About Ben Hernandez of Skytale Group (https://skytalegroup.com/)Ben Hernandez is the CEO and Managing Director of Skytale Group, a leading advisory firm specializing in business strategy, M&A, and financial consulting for aesthetics and healthcare organizations. With a background in investment banking, hedge fund management, and healthcare consulting, Ben brings a unique blend of financial expertise and industry insight to every client relationship.He’s a trusted voice in the aesthetics space—frequently speaking at conferences and guiding founder-led practices through the complexities of scaling, valuation, and acquisition. Ben holds a BBA in Finance from Texas A&M and an MBA from SMU’s Cox School of Business. When he’s not advising top-performing practices, he enjoys endurance sports, family travel, and non-fiction reading.Contact Ben Hernandez:https://skytalegroup.com/https://www.instagram.com/skytalegroupllc/https://www.instagram.com/ben.skytale/https://www.linkedin.com/in/g-benjamin-hernandez-385a586/Ben.Hernandez@skytalegroup.comFollow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/medspamagicmarketing/https://www.linkedin.com/company/med-spa-magic-marketing/https://www.facebook.com/MedSpaMagicMarketing/https://www.tiktok.com/@medspamagicmarketing