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Just My Opinion: Be a Good Loser

Losing is one of the few places in life where things are black and white. The difference, however lies in how each person chooses to deal with the experience.

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Behind the Scenes with Brenda Bollard

Brenda Bollard has what it takes to be a cover technician — superior technical skills — so this year her dream came true.

NAILS Shows ‘97 Rolls Out the Red Carpet

Made-to-order sunny weather; your favorite industry celebrities, a glamorous awards ceremony a VIP cocktail reception... sounds like the Academy Awards, right?

A Tale of Triumph and Tribulations

Would I do it again? Maybe. Next time, I’ll handcuff the model to me and bring a lamp.

OPI’s Competition Team Proves There’s Strength in Numbers

The Competition Team was introduced this year and has won its fair share of awards since.

Behind the Scenes: Christopher Truong

Christopher Truong recently became an educator for OPI Products because he says many nail technicians need help with certain skills, especially when it comes to proper product application.

Applause to the 1996 Top 25 Competitors

These tireless perfectionists have raised the standards of excellence throughout the industry and made nails a little more beautiful.

NAILS Show East Pulls Out All the Stops

NAILS SHOW East started with a bang on Sunday morning when keynote speaker Leil Lowndes of Applause Ltd. inspired attendees to achieve excellence in client service while at the same time taking excellent care of themselves.

Editor's Note: What About A National Standard for Competitions?

I think the balance of scoring should be even between shaping and product control.

She's Banking On Beautiful Nails

Working 9 to 5 is definitely not the norm for Brenda Thomas, a nail technician at Stray Cats Exclusive Salon in Atlanta, Ga.