June 1, 2011
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Nail art is a great add-on service that brings in extra income, plus it makes your services more memorable in clients’ minds. You don’t necessarily need natural artistic talent to create eye-catching designs. Here are some easy step-by-steps to get you started.
Keywords: beginner nail art career handbook colored gels gel-polish Light Elegance
June 1, 2011
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You learned a lot in school, but once you start working full time with clients you’ll see that minor mishaps with nail enhancements will occasionally pop up to frustrate and challenge you. To help you out when they do, here's some handy troubleshooting advice on fixing the more common acrylic and gel problems.
Keywords: acrylic troubleshooting career handbook C-curves gel troubleshooting lifting
May 20, 2011
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You’ve graduated from school, secured a job in a great salon, and now you need those clients. According to successful industry veterans, you can fill your book in six months. Here are 67 ways to do just that.
Keywords: career handbook marketing/promotions newbie
May 20, 2011
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Career Handbook managing editor Sree Roy shares some way new nail techs can get ahead in the nail industry by taking advantage of new technologies.
Keywords: career handbook newbie On My Mind
April 20, 2011
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Remember the day(s) of your state board exam? Were you scared and nervous, or cool as a cucumber? Here are some testimonials from fellow techs about that landmark day.
Keywords: career handbook exams newbie state boards students
April 19, 2011
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Manicures are a service that virtually all nail salons offer. There are basic steps that clients expect, plus add-ons and alternatives that allow for endless customization. Follow our basic manicure steps and decide if you’d like to add any of the upgrades or alternatives to your menu.
Keywords: alternative services Bella Lucce Bio Sculpture Gel career handbook China Glaze
January 13, 2011
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A financial advisor teaches you how to make the most of your hard-earned dollars. Her three-step plan requires you to commit to saving, make it a habit, and allocate wisely.
Keywords: career handbook finance money newbie retirement
January 1, 2011
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Let's face it, there seems to be a nail salon on every corner and some in between. So what's a salon owner or nail tech to do to build her business these days? How about networking with other local businesses?
Keywords: business building career handbook networking newbie
January 1, 2011
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Come take a class, learn about the latest products, meet new friends, and renew your love of nails. Here's a quick preview of this year's major tradeshows.
Keywords: career handbook continuing education networking newbie tradeshows
June 1, 2010
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From saving money on products to developing an efficient schedule, salon coaches offer practical advice behind the cliché.
Keywords: business building career handbook learning new techniques marketing/promotions money
March 1, 2010
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Nail techs play an important role in protecting clients. The three Cs — cuticles, colors, and contours — can be early indicators of larger health problems.
Keywords: career handbook healthy working nail diseases newbie referrals
May 1, 2009
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Sometimes we feel so much pressure to be more and do more for clients we overlook the elementary principles of customer service. But instead of fretting about what to do next, try going back to the basics.
Keywords: business tools career handbook customer service keeping your business competitive newbie
April 1, 1996
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Is there life after graduation from cosmetology school? You bet there is! While developing good work habits and building a clientele don’t happen overnight, working on them early in your career will help you stay one vine swing ahead of the rest.
Keywords: newbie
April 1, 1995
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A nail student asks a veteran nail technician for some advice on starting out.
Keywords: business advice newbie
