July 26, 2012
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The Chinese Staff and Workers Association and the organization Justice Will Be Served announced a jury award in April 2012 in a successful lawsuit in which six Chinese nail salon workers sued a chain of high-end nail salons for failing to pay a minimum wage and overtime compensation
Keywords: lawsuits owner issues salon ownership
November 16, 2011
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One of the most important decisions you make as a salon owner is the staff you hire. Do you have a system in place to make sure you’re hiring the right person?
Keywords: finding/retaining staff hiring nail technicians owner issues
February 1, 2009
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If you think salon ownership is easy, take this quiz before you make the leap.
Keywords: opening a new salon opening your own salon owner issues reader surveys sustainable business
August 1, 2006
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No one wants to believe they will fall victim to an accident or illness that prevents them from earning an income for a long period of time, but statistics show it will happen to three in 10 of us. Disability insurance protects your most valuable asset — your ability to earn an income and provide for yourself and your family.
Keywords: disability insurance employee issues insurance owner issues
July 1, 2006
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By developing and supporting the inner power of each member, salon owners can double as cheerleaders to develop an unstoppable salon team. From the moment they are hired, it’s your job to give team members the tools they need to excel and prosper.
Keywords: coaching finding/retaining staff owner issues team-building
January 1, 2006
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Millie Haynam explains the hows and whys of educational retreats, which are designed to educate, motivate, and foster team unity.
Keywords: owner issues team-building
October 1, 2005
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Need a good reason to get more business education? Salon owner Millie Haynam highlights the importance of not just relying on your technical prowess. From marketing and money management to people skills and PR, business skills are vital to making your salon a success.
Keywords: continuing education marketing/promotions networking owner issues retailing
September 1, 2005
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No one ever said finding a good nail technician would be easy, but it’s not impossible either. Keep reading to learn about hiring strategies, incentives, and benefits that just might make you bid adieu to your frustrations.
Keywords: finding/retaining staff hiring nail technicians owner issues
November 1, 2002
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A rash of salon fires reminds salon owners just how much they stand to lose. Knowing the potential fire dangers that exist in your salon and taking steps to curb them, as well as determining what your business is worth and getting good insurance coverage will help prevent a fire in your salon and minimize its effects should the worst come to pass.
Keywords: business tools chemical safety fire hazards insurance owner issues
August 1, 2002
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Investing in a security system for your salon can deter theft, provide protection for staff members and lower your insurance premiums.
Keywords: employee issues insurance owner issues salon security salon surveillance
