Primer Primer

This year’s competition circuit introduced us (Me anyways) to a new style competition, the Mirror Image. The image above is of the set I did in Las Vegas this year. It’s hard even for me to

First Impressions Count

We should be experiencing some higher client counts from the recent field trips promoting our salon. As a result, we have some new clients in our chairs. We’ve gained access to new people, new referrals, and

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.

The Diary of a First-Time Competitor

Have you ever been curious about competitions or wondered what it would be like to compete? Have you ever wondered why some nail technicians like to compete so much? Well, I was curious. Here's the story of my first competition experience. I hope that it will encourage you.

License to Make a Deal

The past two weeks have moved a lot faster than I ever expected. While searching online I found two spa chairs on Craigslist. If you are an avid reader of the blog (which I know you

Pre-Selling Makes Loyal Clients

Clients who come back to redeem their pre-sold service usually purchase something else as well.

Week 21: Gel Enhancements

This week is so exciting for me because I have fallen madly in love with gel enhancements. I had the opportunity to practice with builder gel and it was such a great experience for me. I really had fun with it. My instructor said she believes I've found my niche!

Creative Announces Product Launch

Creative Nail Design VP of sales and marketing John Heffner says that the company is “aiming for greater awareness by consumers.”

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