Business
Behind the Scenes: Danny Haile
Back Orders, Price Limits, and Other Distributor Gripes
We asked several nail techs to share their distributor irks with us.
A Booth Renter by Any Other Name...
Call your business what you like, but when it comes time to determine whether you’re an employee or a true booth renter or independent contractor (yes, there is a slight difference), it’s up to the IRS to decide.
New Requirements for Pennsylvania's Practical Exam
Changes that were made for practical examinations in Pennsylvania.
A Toast to Togetherness
For the month of February, we highlight four different partnerships within the nail industry and what makes them work.
My Other Life: Carol Perdue, dog-sledder
Carol Perdue, nail technician. In her other life: dogsledder.
by Judy Lessin
NAILS 2000
What does the future hold for the nail industry and NAILS Magazine? Industry experts give their opinions on future trends and the growth of nail salons.
Silence Is Golden (And Other Rules Nail Techs Live By)
Like any other profession, the nail industry has its share of unwritten rules. We talked to 10 nail techs and got their opinions on everything from stealing to gossiping.
The NAILS List: The Most Influential Nail Artists
There’s no shortage of artistic talent and creativity in this industry, but a few artists lead the way when it comes to inspiration and motivation.
The State Of Nails Up North: Canadian Nail Industry
Canadians are just as passionate about the nail industry as their American neighbors, and with the recent rise of nails-only salons and nail services up north, the time is right for the installation of associations, expansion of education, and – most importantly – the certification or licensure of nail technicians.
California Air Board Nails Smog
A new ruling by the California Air Resources Board (ARB) will require nail polish removers to be free of smog-producing chemicals by 2005.
Meet NAILS' Newest #1 - Alisha Sale Is Top Competitor
Nail technician Alisha Sale’s goal for 1999 was just to make it onto the NAILS Top 25 Competitors list. “When I realized what I’d done, I got all teary-eyed,” says the 27-year-old competitor who achieved the #1 ranking in her first year of competing seriously.
Together Through Thick And Thin
It’s about more than just money, it’s about friendship, loyalty, and unwavering support. The bond between a nail tech and her clients is truly something special So in our October issue, we asked nail techs to submit stories about their most loyal client for our Longtime Client Contest.
A Loving Goodbye
NAILS was touched by this letter from Helene McGarvah of Metropolitan in Saint Clair Shores, Mich. We think you will be too.
New Law Is Music To Our Ears
Good news for salon owners who like to crank up the volume of their favorite radio station.
Sometimes Money's Not Enough
According to Kitty Victor, business consultant and co-founder of the Masters audiotape subscription service, you need to offer more than just money to attract and retain the best salon personnel-quality of life and balance are number-one issues.
Salon of the Year 101: A Lesson From the Best
Imagine a chance to peek inside the salon operations of the top salon owners and nail technicians in the country. That’s what judging the Salon of the Year Awards is like.