March 1, 2006
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More and more salons are discovering the benefits of e-newsletters. From featuring coupons to promoting a new product or service, they’re helping salons reach out to new and loyal clients in a fun, up-to-date way. Find out how you can get your own e-newsletter in your customers’ inboxes.
Keywords: customer service email marketing marketing/promotions
January 1, 2006
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Enhancing your windows does not have to be an expensive or time-consuming ordeal. With a little imagination, you can really make your front window stand out. Use this monthly planner with plenty of practical tips to get you going.
Keywords: advertising/promotions holiday decorating holidays salon decor/design
February 1, 2005
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Grab passers-by's attention with good graphics, a simple message, and a clear message.
Keywords: advertising/promotions business signage
December 1, 2003
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They walk through your doors during the holidays for a special treat and then you don't see them again for a year--or worse, ever. Holiday clients give your business a welcome boost once a year. Here we give you tips to help you turn holiday clients into regulars.
Keywords: building your clientele client gift ideas coupons email marketing gift certificates
November 1, 2003
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You may not look around your salon or nail station and think "spa." And you may not look in the mirror and see a publicist. But chances are your services are just as luxurious, relaxing, and satisfying as those at the spa down the street-your clients just wouldn't know it by reading your menu. Here we show you how to spruce up the language to make your services sound as good as they are.
Keywords: all-natural keeping your business competitive promoting your services vegan services
November 1, 2003
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An old fashioned wooden nickel keeps the referrals coming in.
Keywords: building your clientele referrals
February 1, 2003
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Caught between high-volume discount salons and high-end mega-spas? Rather than try to win by their rules, write your own rules geared to a more narrow and tailored clientele and create your own niche.
Keywords: boutique nail salon elderly clients men's services natural nail care opening a new salon
April 1, 2002
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Borrow a page from real estate marketers to increase your business’s exposure and capture the interest of many new “buyers” by holding an open house.
Keywords: customer service open house opening a new salon opening your own salon salon parties
September 1, 2000
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In the 18-or-so months since The Brass Rose in Blairstown, N.J., has opened its doors, owner Rosemary Weiner has seen its male clientele increase from 5%-10% to about 25%.
Keywords: male clients marketing/promotions niche marketing
January 1, 1999
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Salon owners fixes up clients on Valentine's Day
Keywords: seasonal services Valentine's Day Valentine's Day services
March 1, 1998
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If you are a salon owner and don’t have proper MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) documentation, not only are you doing yourself and your clients a disservice, but you also risk getting into hot water with your local OSHA agency.
Keywords: MSDS
December 1, 1997
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A 24-hour nail-a-thon is a great way to raise money for charity around the holidays and bring new business into the salon.
February 1, 1997
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Keywords: breast cancer awareness charity
