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Estelina's-How She Started (02B)

Estelina talks about how she got her start.

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When I first became a tech, I was shocked to learn ______________.

Surprise! It’s often said that school does little to prepare techs for the salon environment. And it’s not only the technical challenges that may come as a surprise to the newly minted nail tech.

Estelina's-Her First Job (02C)

Estelina explains her first job.

Professional Beauty Association Launches Job Board

The PBA CareerCenter, PBA's brand new job board, is an online resource for making employment connections in the beauty industry.

Heard It Through the Grapevine: Recruiting Techs

To hear salon owners tell it, recruiting new techs is no easy feat. To help, we asked techs to tell us how they learned about their current position. More often than not, the connection was made through informal networking.

Does Beauty School Prepare You For Your Job?

We’ve asked a recent graduate, a school founder, and a salon owner who hires newly graduated techs about how well beauty school prepares you for the “real world.”

A Dollar-and-Cents Case for a Nail Career

I’d like to show that a nail care career offers an excellent option for career-oriented high-schoolers and those considering a career switch. The dollar figures make a compelling case for a nail care career.

Keep the Momentum Flowing

You love being a nail tech and are happy with your career choice, but how do you keep the momentum building and avoid the proverbial rut? Knowing what motivates you, creating a positive work environment, and communicating with team member are just a few ways to ensure you don’t hit too many bumps along the way.

Showcase Yourself

When looking for a new employee, or even a booth renter, salon owners seek professionalism — and a well-crafted resume or portfolio is one way to demonstrate this. If you have wondered how to put together a cover letter, resume, or portfolio, wonder no more. Here is the information you need to get you started.

4 Assistant Programs: Four Salons Do It Their Way

Looking for a sure-fire formula to make an assistant program pay in your salon? Four salon owners prove it’s as simple as meeting everyone’s needs — yours, theirs, and the salon’s.

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