recruiting/hiring/retaining staff

I'm Trying to Open a Nail School

Hello nails addicts, I can’t believe how quickly time flies. I missed a whole month of blogging. In case you were wondering what I’ve been doing, I’m working on a new nail training school that is

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Year-End Inventory

Only two more weeks, and we will welcome 2013. I can't believe it. Time flies by when you're so busy. I wish I could stop time, so I could finish everything I want to do. But

Car Accident and Searching for a New Tech

It has been a tough October for me. First, I lost one of my techs. Even though business slows down around this time of year, I still need to find a replacement. It's been three weeks,

Five Things You Know But Are Ignoring

Do you ever know which way you’re supposed to go, but keep hoping to find an alternate — and easier — route? Learn how to stay on course from techs who have been down this road before.

Q & A: Can I open without traditional pedi spas?

I'm looking to open a nail bar in my home country, Nigeria, and I'm doing a lot of research at the moment. While it's fun (the creative side), I'm having a few challenges already. I really

How to Handle Bad Boss Behavior

It’s intimidating enough to have to confront another employee for breaking the salon rules, but what do you do when it’s the owner who’s the culprit? We give you some simple strategies and scripts for a constructive talk, plus expert advice on when it’s time to move on to a different salon.

Hats Galore

I’ve never been a hat person. I have worn a hat or two, mostly during the winter, but other than that, hats are not very me. However, the entrepreneur in me always has that crafty little

A Modern Day Beauty Shop

Sisters Castle and Lauren Searcy built their business from the ground up, opening their very first salon, Tootsies Nail Shoppe, in 2006. After hard work and diligent cross-promoting, they now run two salons, a certified nail school, and a barbershop, all under the Tootsies brand.

Ten Things Your Employees Won’t Tell You

Do you ever wish you were a fly on the wall so you could hear what your employees say? Here’s your chance to learn what they won’t tell you, but wish you knew.

New Training Can Transform the Nail Department

reThinkSpa is an innovative consulting, education, and training tool that helps elevate the credibility, professionalism, client experience, and profits of the nail department.

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