December 22, 2012
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Mentoring a new nail tech can be a rewarding experience for both the mentor and the mentee. After winning a Beauty Changes Lives student competition, Marinello Schools of Beauty student Cheyanne Birchall was awarded a day of mentorship with CND co-founder Jan Arnold. Here, they both share their experiences attending Beauty Buzz 2012 in Detroit and inspiring each other.
Keywords: CND cosmetology schools Jan Arnold mentoring scholarships
December 18, 2012
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Nancy Dodd sent us an e-mail — subject line “awesome nail tech” — a few months ago, singing the praises of S. Maria Chheo-Shen, who has influenced her life via YouTube tutorials and Facebook nail giveaways.
Keywords: contests mentoring social media tutorials
June 18, 2012
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Beauty Changes Lives and AACS are offering currently enrolled beauty school students, in an AACS school, the chance to be matched up with a celebrity mentor to launch their career in the industry. Available mentors include Jan Arnold, co-founder of CND; Ted Gibson, celebrity stylist; Dr. Howard Murad, dermatologist and skin care expert; and Diana Schmidtke, celebrity stylist for Hollywood’s leading men. Get details on how to enter at: http://beautychangeslives.org/scholarships
Keywords: CND cosmetology schools mentoring
April 16, 2009
| News
The PBA (Professional Beauty Association) operates a volunteer mentor program to help grow salon and spa businesses.
Keywords: associations mentoring Professional Beauty Association
October 1, 2005
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Being a mentor is more than a time commitment. Yes, you pass on your knowledge, and yes, your salon can benefit by grooming new employees. But mentoring also lets you pass your passion on to a new generation of nail professionals. Here are three stories of impassioned techs who passed their fire on to new people in the industry — and the very concrete rewards they still find in it.
Keywords: apprentice programs continuing education mentoring
April 1, 2005
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Giving back, taking time for yourself, and learning something new are all ways to reinvigorate your career ... and your spirit.
Keywords: combatting burnout continuing education mentoring motivation
August 1, 2003
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Sometimes you have to spend money to make money. Salon owners share their salon-tested investment ideas — both big and small — that not only pay for themselves, but boost profits over time.
Keywords: business building mentoring tanning web marketing
April 1, 2001
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When it comes to our careers, we could all use a wise and trusted counselor. Whether you’re a new nail tech just coming out of school or have been in the industry awhile and are looking for some direction, one of the best ideas is to find a mentor who will show you the way.
Keywords: continuing education mentoring networking
April 1, 1998
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This month I ask you to take the time to cultivate the interest that client is showing in your chosen profession. Our industry needs qualified, enthusiastic, skilled nail technicians and you can be the link that helps them succeed.
Keywords: continuing education Cosmetology Advancement Foundation mentoring
October 1, 1995
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Keeping your clients happy is crucial but don't forget about your novice nail technicians.
Keywords: As I See It mentoring preventing burnout staff management
