The Art of Asking: The Nail Tech’s Guide to Getting What You Want
From minor inconveniences to major requests, learn to ask in a way that yields results.
by Nancy Kirk
Young Nails Biz Talk: Dealing With Fierce Salon Competition
Young Nails' Habib Salo and Tracey Reierson discuss how to deal with the competition in the salon industry.
Look on the Bright Side: The Importance of Salon Lighting
Lighting affects the whole mood of your salon, so utilize these tips to bring warmth and brightness to the environment.
by Nancy Kirk
Texas Salon Targets Athletic Clientele
Athletes may not be the stereotypical salon client, but there still is a market for sports lovers in the nail world!
Young Nails Biz Talk: Social Media Part 2: Nail Photography
Young Nails' Habib Salo and Tracey Reierson discuss ways to improve your nail photos for social media.
Crowdsourcing: How Do You Get Indecisive Clients To Make A Decision On Nail Color/Design?
This month we asked nail techs: How do you get indecisive clients to make a decision on nail color/design?
by Beth Livesay
How to Market Yourself as a Super Sanitary Salon
Discussing the importance of sanitation can help win clients over when they realize not all salons follow industry best practices.
Bring the Little Ones to Lacquered Nail Lounge
Owner Jen Carr offers families a place to spend time together with two new salon add-ons: a supervised play area for children and a section just for men.
Young Nails Biz Talk: Social Media Part 1: Why and How
Young Nails' Habib Salo and Tracey Reierson discuss why and how to use social media to market your salon.
Foot Massage: An Added Treat for Clients’ Feet
Here are some tips from Footnanny founder Gloria Williams on how to introduce extended foot massage services to your clients:
Social Media Nail Photography Tips
Session manicurist and creator of The Nailscape Ashley Gregory shares her secrets to social media and nail industry success.
12 Ways to Show Clients Some Love
Keeping your clients coming back takes more than just providing expert services. These customer service ideas will help you show clients how much you love and value them.
Young Nails Biz Talk: Failing and Building Nail Confidence
Young Nails' Habib Salo and Tracey Reierson discuss how to build your confidence and deal with making mistakes as a new nail tech.
Young Nails Biz Talk: Building a Clientele
Young Nails' Habib Salo and Tracey Reierson discuss how to build a clientele, whether you're starting from scratch or trying to step up your current business.
Floyd’s 99 Barbershop Hosts Bone Marrow Registry Event
In November, Floyd’s 99 Barbershop partnered with the Love Hope Strength Foundation (LHS) and donor registry DKMS to host the largest ever one-day bone marrow swab registry event.
Next-Generation LED Signs Are Portable, Programmable
“Don’t underestimate the effectiveness of a window sign,” says Ron Zilkowski, president of LED sign-maker Inskrib.
Return Visits: Third Time’s the Charm
When trying to convert first-time clients into regulars, the staff at Seattle-based Gene Juarez Salons and Spas knows that the third return visit is critical, and offers a few enticements to get them to this point.