Business
Learn How to E-Organize
Can’t find your client’s phone number or that note you made about the product system you used on her last? Are you in a panic when tax time approaches and your records are nowhere at hand? If your organizational skills are lacking, here are three software programs designed to help.
Drawing the Line
There is definitely such a thing as being “too nice.” Don’t let yourself get trampled over by your clients, coworkers, or boss. Four industry consultants show you how to set healthy workplace boundaries in the salon.
by Sree Roy
Honey, I’m Home
Created to feel like your trendy best friend’s home, Honey Nail Salon & Boutique uses some innovative business ideas to show Atlanta just how sweet a little boutique beauty can be.
My Other Life: Melodie Hand, chocolatier
Melodie Hand, nail tech. In her other life: chocolatier.
by Judy Lessin
Rooted in History: Profiles of Family Salons
For some, being a nail tech isn’t just a job; it’s a way of life. Meet five families who have a shared passion for their profession. Working together has helped to build a solid foundation for each of their family trees.
by Sree Roy
How to Take 15 Minutes Off Any Service
Develop a unique plan to make your services lean, mean, and profitable. Consider these real-life strategies to tame the clock, increase revenues, and stay on time.
I Gotta Do It My Way
Do you sit at your workstation and dream of brighter days when you’re on your own? Do you imagine all the things you would do if this were your salon? Five techs who accomplished their dream of salon ownership tell us if it’s all they imagined.
NAILS Magazine Wins Two Maggie Awards
On Friday, April 27th, the NAILS Magazine Editorial and Graphics team were recognized for journalism and design excellence at the 56th annual Western Publications Association (WPA) Maggie awards ceremony.
PBA Redesigns Website
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has redesigned its website.
7 Not-so-Sticky Salon Situations [Real Life Solutions to Issues with Men]
Bringing more men into the client-mix may mean facing some unique situations. How we handle sticky or potentially uncomfortable situations can mean the difference between keeping and losing clients. We went to Tammi Regan, Daphney Schaffer, Kelly Williamson, and Nyree Matthews for some practical, expert advice about some awkward situations that happen all too frequently.
How to Get the Guy(s) in 10 Ways
You’re finally ready to hit the male-client-recruiting scene, but which guy is right for you and your salon? Here are four common male clients…and tips on how to get them for good.
A Few Good Men
According to NAILS Big Book 2006-2007, only 4% of nail techs in the United States are men. While this is definitely the minority, we have a number of high-profile male nail techs. NAILS executive editor Hannah Lee asked six prominent male nail techs for their views on being a guy in the industry. They offer history, advice, and opinions on how it feels to be the minority.
No Girls Allowed
A salon exclusively for men may seem like a far-fetched idea, but ManKind in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., proves it can be done with flair. In a setting of beers and big-screen TVs, men get tuned up with an array of beauty services.
by Sree Roy
Get Him in the Door & Keep Him Coming Back for More
The same marketing techniques and business practices that have successfully lured women to your salon can be easily adapted to attract male clients. The key is to lay a foundation that supports long-term client care and has him feeling comfortably taken care of.
Does Your Salon Need New Man-Scaping?
The beauty industry has catered to the needs of women for years, but it’s a wise business move to update the salon to reflect the current man-scape. Keep reading to learn five areas in which you can make your salon more man-friendly.
My Other Life: Wayne Brooks, DJ and musician
Wayne Brooks, nail tech. In his other life: DJ and musician.
by Judy Lessin
His First Pedicure
A man’s first pedicure brings up a slew of issues. Will his feet be completely disgusting?