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On My Mind: Good Things Come to Those Who Wait
Patience is supposedly a virtue, but these days, I feel like hardly anyone exhibits this trait. A swipe or a click is all that’s expected to connect us with what we want. I too crave the satisfaction of a quick turn-around, but my most recent manicure appointment showed me that some things are just worth waiting for.
by Beth Livesay
Nail Tech Provides Manicures on Hurricane-Damaged Caribbean Island
For Yuba City, Calif.-based nail tech Kristina Carlson, manicuring became a life-changing experience when she visited the hurricane-devastated city of Nassau, Bahamas, with a group from her church.
Franchise Expo West to Be Held in Los Angeles
Franchise Expo West will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center November 2-4. The expo will provide opportunities and information for small business owners who are interested in franchising their concept, including beauty business owners, as well as for entrepreneurs who are interested in becoming small business owners.
California Nail Tech Among Las Vegas Shooting Survivors
22-year-old Taylor Barr was shot in the arm at the Route 91 Harvest Festival Sunday night.
How to Connect With Your Ideal Client
You can’t grow your business if you don’t know who your target market is or how to reach them. Here are tips for connecting with different types of customers through the channels they know best.
Peach Vanilla BodyRenew Collection
Moisturize, renew, and protect your body’s skin with a rejuvenating and healing formula that contains high performing aromatic organic phytoextracts from peach and vanilla fruits.
Crowdsourcing: What is Your Biggest Fear?
This month we asked nail techs: What is Your Biggest Fear?
Show Me Your: Chandelier
Here’s a bright idea: Give clients a taste of luxury by hanging a sparkling chandelier in your salon.
Belava’s New Look
he Elora collection marks the first time the company has produced manicure tables, pedicure dollies, and pedicure carts, as well as the Dorset Chair.
How to Pin
Pinterest: You’ve definitely heard of it — and maybe even found inspiration there — but are you using it to its full potential?
Prép Beauty Parlour: A One-Stop Beauty Shop
An icy, 18th century French-inspired wonderland perfectly suited for brides-to-be, Prép Beauty Parlour in Vancouver, Canada, offers every service a woman could need in preparation for her big day: nail art, lash extensions, hairstyling, makeup, waxing, and even cosmetic tattooing.
by Nancy Kirk
Nails and the Oncology Client
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, so in honor of all those affected now and in the future, NAILS is reviewing the best ways for nail techs to service clients with cancer.
Healthy Tech: Amy Manker
Although Pennsylvania nail tech Amy Manker ate a healthy diet, her body had become weak due to lack of exercise and years of long hours spent sitting down. On the hunt for an exercise she didn’t loathe, she discovered cardio hooping, thanks to her daughter.
10 Tips to Make the Most of Facebook
While Facebook can be a quick and cost-effective way to market your business, these tips will ensure you get the most out of your social media presence.
On the Road: The Polish Room
After only a year and a half, The Polish Room in Orlando, Fla., packs in a steady, nail art-loving clientele. The tight-knit staff even travels to the Premiere Orlando show together for education and shopping.
by Beth Livesay
On My Mind: Fear Not!
This month as I was putting together our Crowdsourcing piece I discovered that there are many things that scare you.
by Beth Livesay
Nail Hub Podcast Transcription: Hurricane Heartbreak
In this transcription of The Nail Hub Podcast, Elizabeth Morris discusses how recent hurricanes have affected nail professionals and talks about several upcoming events for networking and education.