America’s Beauty and Wellness Industry Under Threat from Proposed Regulations Now Being Considered by U.S. Department of Education
A new report criticizes the regulations' impact against students and entrepreneurs.
Top 3 Things to Ask at a Job Interview
Show this video from NAILS Next Top Nails Artist Season Two winner Lauren Wireman to your students to help them ask the right questions at job interviews.
by Staff
March 10, 2017
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The Red Flags That Say “Don’t Take That Salon Job”
Looking for a healthy salon job? Watch for these red flags in listings, interviews, and salon culture to avoid a toxic environment and find the right fit.
by Anne Moratto
The Professional Beauty Association Announces its Beacon Class of 2024
The 2024 The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) announces its Beacon Class recognizing top emerging talent in the beauty industry.
I Can’t Remember Names
Do you often forget names? Here are some tips from global beauty educator Carlos Valenzuela to remember your clients.
Action Needed: How You Can Shape the Future of Cosmetology Education
Our cosmetology schools are at risk as proposed legislation would prevent many of them from participating in student federal loan programs. The American Association of Cosmetology Schools is asking for your help today!
MODERN SALON Career Center
Get the complete guide to navigating the world of professional beauty careers.
Why Trade School Is a Great Option for Aspiring Beauty Professionals
An affordable option for starting your beauty education, this post talks about taking those first steps to launching a successful career in the beauty industry.
Beauty School Profile: The DiGrigoli School of Cosmetology
Paul DiGrigoli began his four-decade long career, opening his first salon in 1986 in Massachusetts. The DiGrigoli School of Cosmetology has recently added new nails and esthetics programs.
Part Two: Everything That Happened When I Took My Cosmetology Board Exam
While everyone's experience is unique, here is what it was like for me to take my state board exam, with details on the actual examination experience, from the moment I entered the building.
Part One: Everything That Happened When I Took My Cosmetology Board Exam
The Cosmetology Board Examination … the event that many, if not all, cosmetology students both anticipate and dread. Here is my story.
How to (Not) Become a Nail Tech
For those for whom I am just a hazy pre-pandemic memory, allow me to briefly introduce myself and summarize where I left off my story with this blog. And in future installments, I will cover more about practicing for the state board exam and the actual examination experience.
Planning Your Future: Is A 401K An Important Perk?
Getting employees to appreciate the importance of THE FUTURE with a 401K plan is the goal of Arik Efros, co-owner of the Eva Scrivo Salon. Efros outlines the importance of this perk and explains why many of the people in their NYC salon have already a nice bundle waiting for them upon retirement.
Nail Artist Julie Kandalec Has Style
Julie Kandalec has fantastic personal style! Learn more about the manicurist to the stars.
Get To Know: Joanne Sorbello
Learn more about celebrity nail artist, editorial artist, NYFW regular and salon owner Joanne Sorbello.
5 Tips To Winning NAHA's Nail Category
Get the five tips to winning NAHA's nail category from Reiko Omae. She entered just once and won.
Cosmetology Scholarship Winners Share How Beauty Is Both Passion and Purpose
"That first set of nails I did in the salon sucked but that client still comes back to me, three years later, because of the connection we made that day." Hear from the winners of these scholarships on how beauty helps them change lives and how it has changed their own.
by Anne Moratto
Nicest Thing About Being in Beauty School with Your Dad? Everything
Keeping it all in the family, this Dad and daughter keep each other inspired as they train to become beauty professionals.
by Anne Moratto