networking

How to Host a Successful Networking Event

To organize a networking event for nail techs takes an enormous amount of work and discipline, but the rewards are worth it. Learn the steps to make your event go off without a hitch.

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The Coaching Chronicles: Installment #2, Add-on Services and Referrals

In this occasional series, we follow along as Adrienne, a mother of two who just moved with her husband to North Carolina, works to rebuild her nail business from scratch. She’s working with Heather, a certified salon success coach, to help her succeed. If you missed the first installment, see NAILS February issue or visit The Coaching Chronicles blog (updated twice weekly) at http://blogs.nailsmag.com/coach .

On My Mind: Invest in Yourself

Hannah Lee's letter from the editor.

King Crabs, Glitter Toes, and Lumberjack Shows: The Diary of an Alaska Nail Cruise

Nail Those Profits At Sea (NTP), an educational cruise for nail techs, has been sailing the waters of the Caribbean and Mexico for more than 17 years. This year we ventured into new territory and took to the northern seas of Alaska. Nail education, networking, and plenty of fun were in order as we set sail in August on the Carnival Spirit.

Is it Wise to Share Ideas with Other Salons?

We asked a salon owner, an employee, and a both renter this very question, and receive three different responses.

A Doctor's Advice on Developing a Nail Tech-Doctor Referral Relationship

Don't be afraid to reach out to a podiatrist for sharing referrals. They may be just as interested as you are in building business. Act professional and you'll be treated professionally.

Making a Podiatrist Connection

Despite the mutual benefits, it can be tough to cultivate a referral relationship with a local podiatrist or other medical professional. Podiatrist and nail industry educator Dennis Arnold tells NAILS’ readers how to approach a local practitioner and establish a working relationship that benefits everyone — especially your clients.

How to Throw a Client Networking Event

Salon owner Jill Wright wondered what would happen if she introduced her clients who own small businesses to her clients who love to buy. The result was a successful and fun pre-Christmas networking event.

10 Energizing Ideas from a Business Coach

From revisiting your goals to hiring a coach, here are 10 powerful and practical steps you can take — beginning today — to propel yourself into action and success.

10 Steps to Catapult Your Business

From revisting your goals to hiring a coach, here are 10 powerful and practical steps you can take — beginning today — to propel yourself into action and success.