August 1, 2009
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There is pretty much no such thing as an independent contractor in the beauty industry.
Keywords: booth rental business commissions independent contractors Ken Cassidy
March 1, 2009
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Julie Nguyen, owner and founder of Blu Water Day Spa, has plenty of experience in the beauty industry. Coming to the United States when she was 16 and building on the beauty training she received in Vietnam, she worked in hair, then nails and cosmetics, and was quickly able to purchase her own salon.
Keywords: add-on services business charity natural nail care opening a new salon
December 1, 2008
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If you sell private-label products at your salon or spa, take those environmentally friendly products one step friendlier. According to November’s Target Marketing (a trade magazine for direct marketers) a smart new marketing product is earth-friendly plastic wraps made from corn.
Keywords: business private labeling retailing
November 1, 2008
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First and foremost keep your tipping policy client-friendly and report the tips as income.
Keywords: business taxes tipping
October 1, 2008
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Location breeds a handful of challenges and rewards for Island Girl Nails in Clinton, Wash.
Keywords: business salon profiles
September 19, 2008
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Young Nails
Keywords: business tradeshows Young Nails
September 1, 2008
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We can daydream all we want about what we would like to say, but finding the right response for hard-to-please clients is the better choice — and ultimately yields more satisfying results.
Keywords: business client relationships clients hard-to-please clients
September 1, 2008
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A pair of sisters write their own fairy tale success story with quick-and-easy manicuring at Tootsies in Denver.
Keywords: business salon profiles
August 1, 2008
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If you were thinking about remodeling the salon, this might be the time to fasttrack your plans. Earlier this year, Congress approved the Economic Stimulus Act in the hopes of aiding a sputtering economy. In addition to the individual tax rebates, the Economic Stimulus Act contains a provision that offers businesses increased tax deductions on purchases they make before the end of the year.
Keywords: business depreciation finance recession remodeling
August 1, 2008
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What do Madonna, Steve Jobs, and Vicki Peters all have in common? They continue to be at the top of their field and the top of their game by constantly reinventing themselves. What could you have in common with these movers and shakers? More than you might think!
Keywords: business combatting burnout marketing/promotions preventing burnout professional advancement
July 10, 2008
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SpaRitual offers progressive concepts designed to treat mind, body, hands, feet and nails.
Keywords: business customer service SpaRitual
July 1, 2008
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The coffee pot is on and dry, the retail area is dusty, and your coworker is happily filing the nails of one of your favorite clients. You are not alone. Nail techs just like you are facing the same issues in salons around the globe. Don’t let that bad coworker get your panties in a bunch. It’s time to band together and take back the salon.
Keywords: business finding/retaining staff staff management
July 1, 2008
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Salon consultant Bryan Durocher of Durocher Enterprises offers a way to make opening a dialog with clients just a little bit easier.
Keywords: building your clientele business education educational materials retail merchandising
July 1, 2008
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Becoming a household name is important for any business -- salons included. The winner and finalists in our Best Salon Brand contest prove they have what it takes to build a strong brand. From interesting logos to unique promotional materials such as pocket mirrors and brushes, these salons prove that consistency can build brand loyalty.
Keywords: business marketing/promotions
June 1, 2008
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With the country facing an economic slowdown of mass proportions, many in the industry are having to adjust the way they do business. But how much of our financial concerns can be blamed on the economy — and how much is simply the result of a change in the industry?
Keywords: business economy keeping your business competitive marketing/promotions recession
