Comments on: The Nail Salon Profitability Conundrum: How to Make Nail Salons Profitable

By: Tina

Tina — Fri, 30 Jun 2017 14:55:54 +0000

In reply to Sue. Hi Sue! You're not the only owner moving in this direction. In the last five years, I've seen a big shift in regards to how nail salons are managed and marketed. Many are intentionally rejecting the practices that made discount salons thrive, and we're doing really well as a result. Clients are sick of it. They're tired of being treated like they're on an assembly line, they're done with the poor customer service, and are far more aware of sanitation and product safety. I wish you so much luck! If you're interested, I'll be holding a conference for aspiring nail salon owners in Chicago in February with Jaime Schrabeck, Ashley Gregory, and Sheera Gersh. You can find more information on it here.

By: Sue

Sue — Fri, 23 Jun 2017 02:56:18 +0000

I can’t read enough of your stuff Tina. I wish you had openings for consulting before January. Or had your salon owner book available to purchase. I’m working on putting together a business plan for a spa, and was researching salon employee compensation plans and came across your site. I’ve been reading everything you write, bought your book and a couple of your toolkits. I have worked in both regular salons and discount salons and I can honestly say that in over 20 years have I worked in the industry, there was only one salon that paid minimum wage. And what you say about discount salons is pretty much standard. I’ve always thought I could “help” them do better, but never happened, because as you say, if they did everything legally, they would lose money at the prices they charge. So, instead of trying to beat a dead horse, I decided to open my own place and do everything the right way. I certainly would never compete with prices, I don’t want discount shoppers.

By: Tina

Tina — Wed, 10 Aug 2016 17:09:07 +0000

In reply to Jeri Wood.

Hey Jeri! You can click the links to the class registration page or just contact Jaime (either on Facebook or through her email: jaime@precisionnails.com).

By: Tina

Tina — Wed, 10 Aug 2016 17:04:08 +0000

In reply to Salon Jacksonville. That's what I usually find when I consult for full-service salons. The hair salon subsidizes the nail side. Some owners consider it worth the loss to offer the one-stop shopping experience for the clients, but I prefer it when ALL the departments are making money. :D

By: Angie Prichard

Angie Prichard — Wed, 03 Aug 2016 12:38:46 +0000

Awesome as always – looking forward to the upcoming webinars! Keep up the diligent good work for those of us who are truly working hard at setting the bar higher and getting it right!

By: Salon Jacksonville

Salon Jacksonville — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 15:59:08 +0000

Nails nails nails. We love our nail artists. If it wasn’t for a business mind, I’d be happy loosing on the sq footage just for the added luxury for our hair clients. I’d not wonder if we should replace the nail spa with 3 more hair stations.

By: Jeri Wood

Jeri Wood — Mon, 01 Aug 2016 21:35:46 +0000

What a wonderful article. I would live to take that class. Where can I sign up.