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State Legislatures in Session: Proposed Laws Could Affect You
State legislatures are now on session. Various bills have been introduced that, if passed, would affect nail technicians and salon owners in several states. The following are bills currently being considered.
Subtlety Signals Sophistication
Champagne and caviar are sophisticated; corned beef and cabbage are not. What else is sophisticated and what isn't?
Professional Consumer Rate Consumer Polishes
As you might expect, price was not the determining factor in quality.
Nail Bars Target Japan’s Middle Class
Each Nail Bar location is designed to highlight a bright line-up of nail polish along the wall facing clients, a colorful contrast to the high-tech black chairs and sleek, modern design in the salons.
For Salon Owners Only: Get to Know Your Clients
The most effective tool I’ve found to learn more about my clientele is the customer survey. Surveys can help you create a marketing plan that helps you effectively attract and keep the clients you want.
Blending Old World With High-Tech
Clients of Glamorous nail in Puerto Rico are Old World when it comes to the conservative nail styles they choose, but they expect – and get – only the latest when it comes to sanitation and training standards.
Salon Owner Turns Own Experience Into Consulting Stint
Hiring a consultant can save you money, mistakes, and time when opening your own salon.
Cover Tech: Lack of Products Prompted Kimberly Patterson to Open Her Own Nail Supply
An "addiction" to beauty trade shows inspires nail technician to start a new business.
Editor's note: Start Retailing and Give Yourself a Raise
Is Incorporating Your Business Right for You?
Incorporating your salon can protect your personal assets and establish it as a professionals run business.
Texas Amendment Eliminates Need For Tuberculocidal Disinfectant In Most Cases
Men Moved By Convincing Couplets
The Game of the Name - Fun Salon Names
Nail Tech Braves the Elements for Work
Judy Michaels loves doing nails in Malibu, even if it means weathering fires and floods.
Calendar Girl Sabrina Everts
Sabrina Everts’ clients know exactly the best day of the month to get their nails done.
One on One Interview: A Nail Student and a Veteran Nail Tech
A nail student asks a veteran nail technician for some advice on starting out.
A Resource Guide for Starting Your Own Salon
Industry, business, and government organizations can lend you a helping hand when starting a new business.