December 2008
From the Editor
Reader Gratitude is My Inspiration. For those in the beauty industry, December can be a month of chaos. From trying to schedule every client and her brother in for the holiday ‘dos to preparing for your own holiday celebrations, the end of the year can be quite hectic. Read More>
Beauty Business Buzz
Beauty Technicians are “Mojo Givers” for their Clients. When was the last time you asked yourself, Why do I do what I do? Being part of this dynamic industry for the past seven years has connected me with some of the most colorful, creative and passionate people on earth. Read More>
Better Business
Ten No-Compromise Resolutions. As we approach the end of the year, it’s a great time to re-evaluate where you’ve been for the past year and what you want your business to look like going forward. Read More>
Blue Highways
Inspiration in Being a Mento. Over the last five months I have spent numerous hours in our beauty schools fulfilling what I feel has been a long neglected focus. I have been bringing true industry perspective to those who will stand side by side with us as future industry professionals. Read More>
Esthetic Endeavors
Finding Your Place in the Community by Giving Back. Finding your place in the community by looking for ways to give back to the community is good for you and your business.The rewards of becoming involved in your local community are multifold for professionals and businesspeople. Not only does it give us that good-feeling glow, it reflects positively on our business and our industry when our clients see our involvement. Read More>
The Mane Objective
Become a Role Model and Leader. You’re already a role model and a leader—although you may not recognize it. You’ve been a role model for your clients for years. By now, you probably have motivated, if not trained, other hairdressers. Well, it’s time to identify yourself as a role model. Read More>
Marketing Solutions
“Paying It Forward” This Season. With the holidays comes the spirit of giving — giving gifts, giving thanks and giving back. People tend to contribute more constantly and consistently during this time of year, so it is the perfect opportunity for salons to join in on paying it forward. Read More >
The Nail Extension
Inspiration Comes in all Forms. Inspiration comes in all forms and mostly when you don’t expect it. Many things inspire me, especially as I reflect back on the recent Olympics. There is a picture of the top two USA woman gymnasts; it shows them touching hands as one leaves the floor to compete and the other gets ready to compete. That silent support between the two of them competing for the same gold medal was powerful to me. Read More >
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