When All You Want Is a Few Good Men
Aliens Land On Earth And Other New Year's Predictions
Get ready! Predictions on where the nail industry is headed!
A Welfare System That Works
“To practice good ethics is to be concerned about the public welfare, the welfare of individual clients, your reputation, and the reputation of the profession you represent.”
Do Your Clients Suffer From Latent Loyalty?
More than anything else, a loyal client base forms the foundation of a successful career in the beauty industry.
The Second Time's a Charm
At Elegante Nails, close attention to salon furnishings and fixtures, and consistent quality nail care and service place it in a league of its own.
Bartering: An Old Way to Do Business Has a New Name & Approach
An old way to do business has a new name---and an entirely new approach.
Graduates Hear Seven Principles for Success
Empire Beauty Schools featured Creative Nail Design Systems’ president Jan Nordstrom Arnold as commencement speaker for its 19 Pennsylvania cosmetology schools’ graduation ceremony. The 1,000 students and a crowd of more than 2,000 heard Arnold’s philosophy on the future of the salon industry and her “7 Principles for Success.”
How do you Deal with Competitive Coworkers?
Readers give advice to an unfortunately common issue between coworkers.
The Best Defense Against a Lawsuit Is a Good Offense
What are the odds of a nail technician being sued? While statistics aren’t available, in today’s sue-happy society, suffice to say you should certainly be prepared to defend yourself.
Make Your Own Impression
Selling private label products offers flexibility and room for creativity when you sell retail.
Be Grateful for What You’ve Got
Amy Grossi introduced a frequent-client newsletter available only to regular customers and that features discount coupons.
To Be Treated Like a Professional, Act Like One
Read on for Kessler’s surefire tips to increasing earnings and building your clientele.
Head Hair Clients to the Manicure Table
OPI's Suzi Weiss-Fischmann shares 10 low-to no-cost ways to entice your hair care clients to try their first manicure.
How Do I Get Clients to Take Care of Their Nails?
We asked our readers to tell us how they get their clients to take care of their nails after they leave the salon.
Heat Up Retail Sales Year-Round With Seasonal Sensations
You’ve got to explore what particular products traditionally sell best seasonally. You can then fine-tune your actual selling strategy to suit your geographic area, your clients, and their particular needs.
How Do You Get New Business?
Promoting Her Salon Pays Off
Mae Hare knows the secret to her salon’s success is an active marketing campaign.