From Launch to Growth
Expand your business with knowledgeable industry leaders.
Four workshop series take you from first concept to a thriving, profitable practice. Each live two-hour workshop pairs a webinar with roundtable discussion, Q&A, and a ready-to-use template for your business.
- 01Business Start-up SimplifiedThe Conception SeriesConcept to launch: planning
- 02Business Start-up SimplifiedThe Launch SeriesConcept to launch: preparation
- 03Business Growth & DevelopmentThe Growth SeriesGrow: clients and financials
- 04Business Growth & DevelopmentThe Development SeriesDevelop: peak performance
Every workshop, built to put to work
2 Topics per Workshop
A two-hour workshop featuring a webinar and roundtable discussions, with a Q&A session to make sure the topics meet your needs.
Templates
Each topic includes a template or work instruction that helps you integrate these approaches into your business.
Business Community Group
Join our Business Community Group, a dedicated space for sharing knowledge, supporting each other's growth, exchanging best practices, and networking.
Four series, one complete business path
Start with the series that fits where your business is today, or follow all four from concept to peak performance.
The Conception Series
Concept to launch: planning
Turn your business concept, endless thoughts, and conversations into actionable plans. The Conception Series gives you a structure to organize and test the feasibility of your concept, so you can make an educated Go, Rework, or No-Go decision.
Crystalize Your Goals and Vision with Planning
Turn your business dreams into a crystal-clear vision statement and define what sets you apart.
Mon, Jan 11, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Cultivate a Relevant, Competitive, and Profitable Service Menu
Build a relevant, profitable service menu that aligns with your vision and exceeds client expectations.
Mon, Feb 8, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Develop a Feasible, Comprehensive, and Measurable Financial Forecast
Project future revenue and expenses to test feasibility and make informed decisions.
Mon, Mar 15, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
The Launch Series
Concept to launch: preparation
Build the product and equipment mix that supports your service menu, cultivate a talented, fairly compensated client-centric team, and create brand awareness and excitement during pre-opening for a busy launch week.
Optimize Product and Equipment Mix
Evaluate products and equipment and set your opening order for equipment, products, and supplies.
Mon, Apr 12, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Attract Talented Client-Centric Team
Attract and retain well-trained, talented staff who help grow your business.
Mon, May 10, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Marketing Creates Demand and Awareness
Define your target audience and market your services to the clients who want them.
Mon, Jun 7, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
The Growth Series
Grow: clients and financials
Cultivate growth by mastering client and financial management. Lay out a client communication plan, the financial KPIs to stay focused on, and a service-level review of pricing strategy and profitability.
Cultivate a Loyal Championing Client Base
Build a client-first culture and strategy that turns clients into loyal champions.
Mon, Jul 12, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Strengthen and Optimize Your Financials for Profitability
Simplify your financial plan and learn the profit drivers you can influence.
Mon, Aug 9, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Optimize Service Mix to Maximize Wealth
Use menu engineering, pricing strategy, and financial review to manage your business.
Mon, Sep 13, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
The Development Series
Develop: peak performance
Take a rigorous look at your current practices and put new approaches in place to reach peak performance: earn more while working smarter, master retail, and close the gaps in your service menu.
Elevate Business: Earn More! Work Smart!
Methods and scripts to earn more, work smarter, and maximize your earnings.
Mon, Oct 4, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Master Retailing for Client Care and Profitability
Make retail a natural part of the client experience while building credibility and revenue.
Mon, Nov 1, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Strengthen Business: Meet & Exceed Clients' Needs
Find the gaps in your service menu and product mix and turn them into opportunities.
Mon, Dec 6, 2027 · 12:00–2:00 PM PT
Workshops run monthly on Mondays, 12:00–2:00 PM PT.
See every date alongside Live Virtual Trainings and coaching.
Learn from a founder who has built it
Lori Vargas
MBA, CPA, CMT · NCBTMB Educator, Health Coach
Lori Vargas, MBA, CPA, is the founder and CEO of 360 Wellness Education, a leading provider of accredited training for spa, beauty, and wellness professionals. With more than 20 years of hands-on experience in the spa industry, including founding multiple spas and a massage school, she has authored over 80 online modality courses and 40 procedural guidebooks.
Before launching 360 Wellness Education, Lori spent 14 years in corporate strategy and business development with Fortune 50 companies. She holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and built her company on The 360 Method™, which blends technique, self-care, and business fundamentals for longevity and profitability. She is also an international speaker, adjunct professor, health coach, author, Ironman triathlete, and proud mom.
All 12 Business Workshops with The 360 Method™ Membership
Members get 12 live business workshops a year with Lori Vargas, plus a new certified course every month and savings on live virtual training.
with the annual plan, or $49.99 month-to-month
- 12 live business workshops a year
- Monthly live group coaching (annual plan)
- A new certified online course every month
- Up to 15% off live virtual CEU sessions
- Up to 20% off premium courses
- Professional Resource Library
Before you register
Who are the workshops for?
Spa, beauty, and wellness professionals at any stage: planning a new business, preparing to open, or growing and refining an established practice.
What happens in a workshop?
Each live two-hour workshop covers two topics through a webinar and roundtable discussion, with Q&A to make sure the content meets your needs. Every topic includes a template or work instruction.
Do I have to take a whole series?
No. Each workshop is $100 and can be taken on its own. Following a series in order gives you the most complete plan.
When are the workshops held?
Workshops run monthly on Mondays, 12:00–2:00 PM PT. All dates are on the Live Training Calendar.
Are the workshops included in the membership?
Yes. The 360 Method™ Membership includes 12 live business workshops a year with Lori Vargas.
Build the business behind your skills
Pick your series, save your dates, and bring your questions to the roundtable.
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