
My Other Life: Carmen Jimenez, child protective services social worker
Carmen Jimenez, nail tech. In her other life: child protective services social worker.
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Carmen Jimenez, nail tech. In her other life: child protective services social worker.






At first she thought she might have a cold or the flu, but when her symptoms persisted, and then it got worse, Bricker visited her doctor. After many visits, she was finally diagnosed.
As nail professionals we all have a bad day now and then, heck even as humans that happens. But imagine if you had a challenge to live with every day that made your job more of a struggle — some might even call it a disability. Meet some nail professionals who take dedication to a career we all love to the next level just by going to work each day.
Simple mistakes can cost you a new job, according to Patricia D. Sadar, a 20-year veteran of human resources management and author of Congratulations…You Aced the Interview and Congratulations…You’re Hired. Here are some tips from Sadar to acing your interview.
With the biggest problem being inadequate soak-off times and nail damage during subsequent forced gel removal, there are some things you can do to help expedite the soak-off process without compromising effectiveness.
Wraps are enjoying renewed popularity fueled in part by clients’ desire for a more natural look and spas seeking a lower odor alternative to acrylic. Whether silk, linen, fiberglass, or paper, wraps may be just the right fit for certain clients.
A Credit to Her Profession: Nail tech Samantha Bassett also works as a debt collector for a credit union.
The winner for the most folksy name of a pedicure undoubtedly goes to nail tech Paula Applewhite of Paper Rock Scissors; Salon, Spa and Gallery in Southern Pines, N.C.
Nearly every nail salon, spa, and solo nail technician sells gift cards or certificates. Selling a gift card is only half of the story — you need an effective plan for turning those cards into profits.
Turn the most stressful time of the year into the most lucrative one.