Writing a Service Menu for Your Salon Feb 26, 2014 Let customers know your prices and service options in an attractive yet effective way. The possibilities are endless! Customize your service menu any way you want but keep it organized and easy-to-read. Depending on your budget, you can invest in a digital flat screen or go simple with a blackboard and colorful chalk. If you are a full service salon, going big with a flat screen may be a good way to show all your services. If you are more specialized, a blackboard would do just fine. But first, you have to get your service menu organized and we’re here to help! Just remember, the purpose for your salon menu is to tempt people to get the services they see.......read more
The Unpleasant Task of Terminating a Nail Tech Feb 21, 2014 Firing an associate is never an easy task, especially if the employee is a friend of yours or someone who’s been working with you for quite some time. But, sometimes it’s necessary to do so. What a difficult conversation to start! There is a certain way you should start and end the conversation and to protect yourself in the future, you may want to have a termination policy in place. Are you having to fire a nail tech but aren’t sure how to fire someone?......read more
How to Write the Best Blog Feb 12, 2014 You’d be surprised by how easily a fashion blog, beauty blog or a nail blog can get you reads, hits, clients, and of course, money! If your nail salon already has a website, you are off to a great start! Now, focus on writing the best blog out there! Be ahead of your competition by following our tips to writing the best blog. You may be thinking, “There is no way I have time to write content every day between working, kids and having a life!” Well, we've got some blogging tips so you can take care of that too! Learn how to make money blogging and be the most tech savvy nail professional on the market!......read more
The Power of Milk for Skin Feb 11, 2014 Got milk? Ready to show your clients how to get smooth skin? Milk does wonders for inside your body and out. Offer your clients milk-based manicures and pedicures. You could even offer it as a specialty treatment and charge extra for the service. There are numerous benefits of milk so use milk based manicure and pedicure products or use real milk from the store! Mix honey and milk together and you will have another treatment that will rush moisture to the skin and produce luxurious, smooth skin. Sometimes the most powerful skincare products are the most natural and simple ingredients!......read more
Host a Valentine’s Day Salon Party Feb 10, 2014 What is Valentine’s Day? A day for loving yourself, especially if you are single! This year, you will probably get plenty of girlfriends and wives heading to your salon for a manicure and pedicure for Valentine’s Day. Maybe they have a romantic day planned with their hubby. But what about the fun-loving single girls of the world? They need some pampering too! They may be trying to figure out what to do on Valentine’s Day, give them a great idea and host a Valentine’s Day salon party! Themed salon holiday parties always make a splash! Here’s how to throw a fabulous Valentine’s Day salon party for your single clients and their friends. After all, single girls gotta stick together on this Hallmark holiday!......read more
Top 7 Natural Ingredients to Incorporate into Your Services Feb 6, 2014 The new movement? Using all natural beauty products! Mother Nature had the right idea everyone! You've probably already come into contact with customers who want an all natural beauty treatment but do you have the products to satisfy them? Well, why go out and by extra beauty supplies when you have plenty of ingredients already at your salon or at your house! Using natural beauty products is a frugal way to incorporate natural ingredients into your services. Sometimes, the most natural of beauty products are the most effective!......read more
Should You Work in a Salon While Pregnant? Feb 4, 2014 The debate continues. Can you work in a salon while pregnant? Some say yes, some say no. Some say you can be a master nail tech and have a gorgeous pregnant belly. Others say, absolutely not, wait until your bundle of joy comes before you head back to work. Are you pregnant and wanting to know what you should do about working but need a definitive answer before you make your decision? Continue reading for the answer!......read more