Business
Huddle Time
Team building is essential for a salon’s success and not as difficult as you think. Daily communication creates clear objectives and promotes participation by all.
A Day in the Life of a Nail Doctor
A New York City-based dermatologist specializing in nails, Dr. Dana Stern takes us on a tour of her day — complete with melanomas, onycholysis, paronychia, and more.
Should You Be a Groupon Groupie?
Daily deal sites like Groupon, LivingSocial, and countless others allure nail salons to advertise by their amazing reach and lightning-fast response times, but are they worth the pain in the you know what?
by Sree Roy
On The Road: Dipped Nails
Blocks up from the sand on a quiet stretch of Pacific Coast Highway in Redondo Beach, Calif., first-time salon owner Nancy Som opened Dipped Nails seven months ago with a desire to achieve, a strong work ethic, and an ace up her sleeve.
by Tim Crowley
My Day as a Beauty Industry Lobbyist
I visit Capitol Hill with the Professional Beauty Association to talk about pending legislation that could save salon owners thousands of dollars. Part of a PBA Lobby Day team, I met with Congress members to help the beauty industry’s voice be heard.
by Sree Roy
Upscale Nail Bar Commercial
Blueprint of a First Year blogger Alica had this commercial shot for her nail salon, Upscale Nail Bar in Griffin, Ga. "The commercial was not just for local television but also to create a professional online presence," she says.
Forever French Makes It to the Small Screen
Kerry Webber, owner of Forever French Nail Systems and the Forever French salons in Norwood and Franklin, Mass., received an unexpected phone call. It was from Lindsey Suggs, the art department coordinator for an ABC Family original movie titled “Teen Spirit.” During the conversation, Suggs explained she was interested in acquiring Webber’s products and posters for a nail salon scene in the movie.
Women Lead Differently From Men
According to one successful businesswoman, there are 12 natural talents that all women possess. These skills — that men covet — help women lead and succeed in the workplace.
Retail Boutique: Heat Therapy
Whether adding them to your regular spa regimen or selling as spa boutique items, aromatherapy heat packs are available in many different shapes and sizes. Every client will find an easy-to-use heat therapy product that soothes and relaxes.
My Other Life: Meggan Joy Anderson, Golfer
Meggan Joy Anderson, salon owner. In her other life: golfer
by Judy Lessin
Salon Iris Releases Free Android App
The new Salon Iris Android app allows you to remotely access many features of your Salon Iris software, such as viewing or editing existing appointments, adding new appointments, viewing service information, or running totals reports.
They Need Professional Help
One way to show your gratitude and give back to the community that supported you, says Tamara Jercha, is to help unemployed individuals in your area.
Do Your Customers Have a High Salon IQ?
Good Housekeeping asked its readers if they knew what to look for in a good salon.
Changing With the Times
Salt Lake City-based salon Nailed blends the best aspects of an express nail salon and a high-end spa to offer clients a hybrid that delivers premium services on the double.
On My Mind: Your (Social Media) Presence Is Required
As a salon owner or nail technicians if you aren’t participating in some sort of social media effort, I’m afraid to say you are in danger of being left behind. Staying “linked in” online has to become part of your job as well.
by Hannah Lee
On The Road: DC-MD-VA
When visiting the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, we couldn’t just stop at just one salon since we don’t get over that way too often. Follow along as we discover unique salons in D.C., central Maryland, and northern Virginia.
by Sree Roy
Making the Most of Web Check-ins
Being asked to “check in” is something most of us associate with busy airports, over-filled suitcases, and holidays abroad. But it is becoming an increasingly important marketing tool for salons, thanks to new services from Internet giants like Google and Facebook.