Business > Business Management

Editor’s Note: We Hear You Loud and Clear

May 1, 1992  | Article

Editor's Note: It's Showtime

April 1, 1992  | Article

This issue will hit the streets on the first day of the Midwest Beauty Show, smack in the middle of a very busy show season for salon industry professionals. It seems the perfect opportunity to encour­age nail technicians to get to tradeshows.

Editor’s Note: Independent Contractors, Beware

January 1, 1992  | Article

I suspect that many nail technicians who classify themselves as “independent contractors” may not be at all. I urge salon owners and booth renters to take a closer look at their situation before the IRS decides to take a closer look.

Editor's note: Learn More, Earn More

October 1, 1991  | Article

Nail technicians, who continue their educations actually earn more money on services than technicians who do not take classes.

The Benefits of Working With an Assistant

September 1, 1991  | Article

This training, compensation and recruitment system promotes teamwork, enthusiasm, and the best possible service.

Editor's Note: Jump-Start Sagging Motivation

September 1, 1991  | Article

Ever have one of those days ... or one of those months? Here are a couple ideas to get you out of your rut.

Editor's note: The Market Can Bear It; Can You?

June 1, 1991  | Article

Most reasonable people expect prices to rise every year or so, so don't be afraid to raise your prices regularly.

Editor's note: A Salute to Nail Technicians’ War Efforts

April 1, 1991  | Article

NAILS readers have shown overwhelming support for U.S. troops and revealed an especially caring deeply patriotic side even in the way they do business.

Editor's note: The Only Thing Constant Is Change

February 1, 1991  | Article

I felt I should start my first editor’s note with some inspiring and encouraging words on change. Like change is good – it invigorates, it excites, it helps move us forward, keeps us on our toes. Change requires courage and an open mind. But let’s face it, change is also painful, uncomfortable, and anxiety-producing.

Editor's note: Don't Sell Yourself Short

November 1, 1990  | Article

Keep in Touch

July 1, 1990  | Article

Glamour Article Gets People Talking

December 1, 1989  | Article

If the beauty magazines are asking whether salons are safe, make sure you can answer your clients' same questions.

Summer's Over

August 1, 1989  | Article

Welcome back those clients who took the summer off.

Editor's note: The Nail Business Has So Many Opportunities, and Responsibilities

July 1, 1989  | Article

Sculptured nails. Where would our industry be without them? According to one estimate, acrylics, tips, and overlays comprise 80 percent of the professional nail industry.

Does Your Salon Need a Computer?

July 1, 1989  | Article