On My Mind: What the World Needs Now
I'm pretty excited to be almost done with the year 2009. It has been a rough year for magazines and the beauty business.
by Hannah Lee
Need Cash?
Are you looking to make improvements to your salon, catch up on bills, or bring in inventory, but can’t get access to cash? Merchant Capital Source (MCS) provides working capital to salons that are either unable to obtain a traditional bank loan or have “maxed out” their available credit.
Week 17: Applying the 80/20 Rule to Your Business — It’s Not Rocket Science
Are you are a busy nail technician or salon owner in desperate need of making more money? Do you feel that you are really close to grabbing the “brass ring” only to find yourself unable to reach it yet again? If you answered yes to one or both of these questions then take a moment, kick your feet up and read about the 80/20 Rule and how you can immediately apply it to work LESS and make MORE.
Week 10: Pay It Forward: Win $5,000 for a Friend
Ultimate Beauty Companies, a Southern Calif.-based beauty distributorship, wants to make a difference in the world — and within the beauty industry — by “paying it forward.” So UBC recently created the Pay It Forward contest to encourage beauty professionals to nominate an industry friend in need, and the chosen finalist will receive $5,000 cash.
How to Stretch a Buck in the Salon
Reneé Borowy of VIP Salon & Spa says renegotiating has been key to keeping costs under control.
How to Stretch a Buck in the Salon
Shari Finger, owner of Finger’s Nail Studio, suggests cutting payroll hours, inventory, supplies, and insurance costs to make a dollar go farther.
Saving Money on Nail and Skin Care
Nail techs and aestheticians give Good Housekeeping readers tips on saving money at a nail salon, and do-it-yourself tricks for keeping hands and feet hydrated and exfoliated.
Why Would I Need a Coach?
You’re a fearless entrepreneur with the skills to provide clients with excellent customer service. But if you haven’t hired a coach, you could be making a costly mistake.
Survival Tips:Staying Afloat in a Sinking Economy
Nail salons are one of the more resilient businesses in stagnating economies, but the current downturn has reached everyone to some extent. Many salons are still thriving despite the slowdown — so what’s their secret? Seven techs share their experiences on how they’re beating the odds to stay afloat.
by Tim Crowley
Alert Your Customers To Openings In Your Schedule
Fill empty slots in your next day's schedule by using broadcast e-mail or a telephone call-in line.
by Judy Lessin
Booth Rental Made Easy
There is pretty much no such thing as an independent contractor in the beauty industry.
How to Stretch a Buck in the Salon
Jennifer Perdue, owner of Details Nail Salon, offers tips on saving including having a "favorite recipe" party instead of taking the staff to a big, noisy restaurant.
Week 1: SBA 2009 Recovery Act: What's in the Stimulus Package for Nail Salons?
Earlier this year, The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act) was signed into law by President Obama. It has the potential to have a significant impact on small businesses (like salons) by providing tax incentives and financing opportunities that will help small business owners create jobs. The idea is to make it easier for small businesses to get loans.
Mistakes, Mishaps, and Malpractice
With the combination of cuticle nippers, chemicals, and customers, there is always the risk of an accident — and a lawsuit. The best defense is to hope for the best, but prepare for the worst.
10 Money Wasters (and how to stop the waste)
In tough times, little things count, and small efforts to save a bit of money here and there can add up over time. Every day there are opportunities to save, and it’s really easy to do once you identify where the waste is happening. From buying bulk sizes to shopping for furniture at a swap meet, these little things can make a difference in your budget.
by Tim Crowley
On My Mind: What If You Hit the Jackpot?
If you had all the money in the world, would you quit your job?
by Hannah Lee
When Clients Say No to Their Nails
In this economy it has become more common for a client to request that her artificial nails be removed due to the cost of upkeep. Jill Wright, owner of Jill Wright Spa for Nails, gives advice on how to put the client at ease.