Q&A

Reader to Reader: Do you loan products to other techs?

How do I promote myself within a full-service salon when I am the only manicurist?

How do I determine my fee for party packages?

Should we have clients sign a consent form prior to receiving nail services?

What’s the maximum amount of jewelry that’s appropriate to wear as a nail tech in a salon?

How do I fire a nail tech?

When asked by a client, how do I justify my higher prices compared to a discount salon?

Any advice on firing a nail tech?

How should I respond when clients ask me why they should pay a higher price for my services?

Why do you choose not to wear a mask when filing acrylics or gels?

How do I reach teens and tweens?

How much space do I need to have spa parties?

How much space would I need in my new salon to host spa parties?

Do you discuss politics in the salon?

Reader to Reader: How do you fire a client?

How do I recruit nail techs in California where it seems there is a smaller and smaller number getting their licenses?

How do I increase my business? The discount salons have taken business right out from under us.

Reader to Reader: Is having a salon website a must in today’s environment?

Dear Shari: How can I get people to get regular pedicures and try nail art?

Dear Shari: How do I build my nail business in a full-service salon that is made up of booth renters?