Averting Data Disaster
Since disasters can strike at any time, Dixon recommends getting in the habit of backing up on-site, in the cloud, and on personal disk drives to prevent long down-times in case of fire, water, or smoke damage.
On My Mind: Don't Sell Yourself Short
Editor Hannah Lee challenges you to look at your nail art pricing structure to determine whether you're selling yourself short.
by Hannah Lee
Alfalfa's VersaTray
Alfalfa introduces its newest innovation, the versaTray and iPad holder. It’s an adjustable swivel tray that rotates 360-degrees so customers can enjoy their salon experience without moving from one workstation to another.
The Nail Superstore Offers New Customer Incentive
The Nail Superstore has introduced a new way to thank its customers for being loyal: the Refer-A-Friend Program.
In Case of Lawsuits
Proper documentation and procedures are essential in case a patron brings a lawsuit against your salon, according to Sean Brownyard, executive program manager for SASSI, the Salon and Spa Specialty Insurance program at Brownyard Group.
SalonPOS Software Is Now Free
New York-based salon software firm Digital Right Brain (DRB) has released SalonPOS for free.
What’s the Biggest Obstacle to Your Success?
While you’re looking for the perfect tech, the perfect tech is looking for the perfect salon! Know what makes your salon great so you can set yourself apart from other spas. How do you advertise? What’s your reputation in town? Do you have a niche clientele? Do you pay for and attend networking events/shows/training classes? Do you offer staff team-building opportunities — even if it’s a casual get-together one night a month? What benefits do you offer?
Associated Hair Professionals Has Plenty to Offer Techs
Associated Hair Professionals (AHP), an association for hairstylists and barbers, has launched membership and resources designed specifically for nail professionals.
Misclassification: The Ultimate Nightmare
It is a true, life-changing story that can easily happen to anyone who is not classifying salon personnel correctly in the eyes of the government. You probably think you know the rules about employment classifications, but you’re probably wrong.
Quiz: Should You Stay or Should You Go?
Things aren’t ideal at your current salon. Should you stick it out or pack your sculpting brushes and make a clean break? Take our purely unscientific quiz to reveal the clues.
How to Open a Nail Salon When…
These five tales of survival prove that timing isn’t everything. Hard work and determination can make almost any reason for delaying the fulfillment of career goals seem like a paltry excuse. Take inspiration from these salon owners to surmount your obstacles in 2014.
The ANS Katai V Pedispa
The ANS Katai V Pedispa by Alfalfa Nail Supply features two powerful vents located on the pedisink capable of ventilating toxins and fumes to improve air quality and satisfy new state board requirements.
Is a No-Tipping Policy Right for You?
If tomorrow morning you posted a sign that said “no tips please,” what do you think would be the impact? No-tipping policies in salons, spas, and waxing studios are slowly but surely changing the way clients not only pay, but view their nail service professionals.
Nails by Temika
Detroit may have declared bankruptcy, but that’s not stopping talented entrepreneurs like Tamika Johnson from keeping a healthy cash flow.
by Sree Roy
Cuccio Colour Class Offered in Brazil
More than 60 beauty professionals recently attended two days of training in Brazil to indulge their love for Cuccio’s polish and Veneer lines.
Get a Quote, Quickly
The folks at eSalonInsurance.com are dedicated to making your insurance-buyingexperience quick and painless.
Customer Convenience
At Va-Va Varnish in San Diego, Calif., if you don’t have change for the parking meter, the staff will cheerfully fill your meter and charge the amount to your credit card.