January 28, 2013
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We often hear stories from techs who credit their spouse for carrying the financial burden while they built their nail business. But what if that’s not an option?
Keywords: becoming a nail tech personal finance salon finances
January 1, 2013
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As a nail tech, salon owner, and consultant with Summit Salon Business Center, Jill Wilson often sees nail techs struggling with charging clients what they should for their time and services. She's ready to see nail techs take charge and charge what they're worth.
Keywords: coaching On My Mind reader written issue
December 28, 2012
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Not long ago, Clayton, N.C.-based nail tech Melodie Hand held a Bra Fit Clinic at her salon, Tickled Pink. It sold her on the service and inspired her to become a “Bra Lady” herself.
Keywords: adding new services
December 28, 2012
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What would happen to your profits if you did one more CND Shellac manicure per week?
Keywords: CND profitablity
December 27, 2012
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As a nail professional, my goal is to get the guest to come back — over and over again. How do I do that, you ask? My strategy is simple: service, experience, and education.
Keywords: communicating with customers retailing
December 27, 2012
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Here Candice Everest, owner of Panache Nail Studio in Stanwood, Wash., explains her decision to institute a no tipping policy — a decision that proved popular with clients. Jesse Bruner, owner of Jesse David Nail Design in Wilmington, Del., counters respectfully with why it wouldn’t work for him.
Keywords: tipping
December 5, 2012
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Buff&Go is expanding and it’s looking for extraordinarily talented beauty professionals to join its team.
Keywords: Buff&Go products for mobile techs
November 30, 2012
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With banks more reluctant than ever to lend to small businesses, salons must often look elsewhere for financing. There are several options available should your business fall outside the scope of traditional bank financing.
Keywords: finance lenders salon finances
November 30, 2012
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With a growing number of choices, you have to work hard to stand out from the competition and bring your salon’s brand to life. The good news is that creativity trumps dollars every time! A retail design firm shares its advice for how to adapt.
Keywords: product displays salon decor/design
November 7, 2012
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First-time author Lisa Marie Arnold has been providing business consulting services to salon and spa professionals for 20 years. In her book, Beauty Brigade, Arnold interviews 20 salon and spa owners, focusing on the owners’ biggest challenges and how they were solved through business coaching.
Keywords: books coaching Lisa Marie Arnold
November 7, 2012
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Candice Everest, owner of Panache Nail Studio in Stanwood, Wash., offers these four steps to determine how much to charge for a given service.
Keywords: raising prices service pricing
November 2, 2012
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I tell the client that I have something to show her, and that if she doesn’t like it, I can wipe it off.
Keywords: Be Creative beginner nail art
October 31, 2012
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Now that the Supreme Court has upheld the majority of the Affordable Care Act, nail salon owners need to know how health reform may impact their business. Are they required to provide health insurance to employees? Will they face penalties if they don’t?
Keywords: insurance medical insurance
October 3, 2012
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If you’re turning prospective students away because of their inability to afford your school’s tuition, here are some scholarships you could be turning them to instead.
Keywords: cosmetology schools OPI Products paying for school Professional Beauty Association Sally Beauty
September 22, 2012
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Is it really possible to have your ideal client sitting in your chair consistently? The answer is a resounding yes. You can choose your own clients, while turning your existing clients into your ideal.
Keywords: building your clientele client relationships
