EP 232 Spring / Summer Nail Trends in 2021
What are the hottest trends in nails for Spring and Summer? Today Tracey lists her favorite trends from wavy ribbon nails to modern smile lines!
May 11, 2021•20 min
Young Nails Biz Talk
Welcome to Young Nails Audio, hosted by Habib Salo, CEO of Young Nails Inc., the premier manufacturer of professional nail care products. On this podcast, you will find business building concepts, ideas, and strategies focused mainly on the beauty industry, taken from The Biz Talk Series on our YouTube channel, as well as other original content specific for Young Nails Audio. We hope you enjoy and thank you for listening!
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Episodes
EP 231 Are You in Nail Jail?
Are you stuck doing the same type of nail services over and over? Today Habib and Tracey talk about how to break out of nail jail and get started with new products and techniques.
May 06, 2021•19 min
EP 230 How Much Does It Cost to Open Your Own Nail Salon?
Today Habib and Tracey talk about all of the expenses involved in opening your own nail salon.
May 04, 2021•19 min
EP 229 What is MMA?
When it comes to monomer, what is the difference between methyl methacrylate (MMA) and ethyl methacrylate (EMA)? How can you tell the difference between the two? Today Habib and Tracey talk about why you should use one type of monomer over the other.
Apr 29, 2021•20 min
EP 228 Top 3 Things That Annoy Nail Techs
As a nail tech, what are some of the most annoying things that can happen in the salon? Today Habib and Tracey talk about some of the most frustrating situations that all nail techs have dealt with at some point.
Apr 27, 2021•19 min
EP 227 "She Stole My Nail Client!"
Have you ever had your client stolen by another nail tech? Habib and Tracey share their thoughts on stealing customers and the many reasons why people go to new nail salons.
Apr 22, 2021•16 min
EP 226 Should You Ask Your Client For A Review
Is it appropriate for you to ask your nail clients for a review? Today Habib and Tracey discuss their opinions on review etiquette, how to ask for reviews, and how to use customer feedback to create content.
Apr 20, 2021•17 min
EP 225 How To Improve Your Customer Service
Today Habib and Tracey talk about how to handle customers who are dissatisfied with their nail service.
Apr 15, 2021•22 min
EP 224 Dip Powder vs. Colored Acrylic
What is the difference between dip powder and colored acrylic? Today Habib and Tracey discuss how these two products are used and when to use instead of the other.
Apr 13, 2021•15 min
EP 223 My First Set Took Me 5 Hours!
Do you struggle with your timing when doing nails? Today Tracey talks about what caused her to take so long to complete a full set and how she was able to speed up her services over time.
Apr 08, 2021•21 min
EP 222 Is There a Best Friend Discount for Nail Services?
Should your friends and family receive a discount for their nail services? Today Habib and Tracey talk about how friendly discounts can quickly become emotional and economic burdens on your nail business.
Apr 06, 2021•18 min
EP 221 Biz Talk Q&A #5
It’s time for another Q&A session with Habib and Tracey! Today they discuss constructive criticism, unfair favoritism, social media strategy, and more!
Mar 30, 2021•23 min
EP 220 LICENSED Nail Tech vs CERTIFIED Nail Tech
What is the difference between being licensed and being certified in the nail industry? Today Habib and Tracey talk about the differences between the two and which you need to become a nail pro.
Mar 26, 2021•16 min
EP 219 Don't try to be the PERFECT Nail Tech
Is it possible to achieve perfection as a nail technician? Today Habib and Tracey talk about how to combat perfectionism and strive for continuous improvement instead.
Mar 23, 2021•17 min
EP 218 How to Stand Out from other Nail Techs!
How do you set yourself apart from other nail professionals? Today Habib and Tracey discuss multiple ways that nail techs can make themselves stand out.
Mar 18, 2021•21 min
EP 217 Essentials for Getting Started in the Nail Industry
What should you invest in as a new professional in the nail industry? Tracey breaks down the top items that she would buy fresh out of nail school and why.
Mar 16, 2021•17 min
EP 216 Self-Care for Nail Techs
As a nail tech, you need to care for your physical and mental health in order to perform your best in the salon. Today Habib and Tracey talk about what to do in order have a long, enjoyable nail career.
Mar 11, 2021•18 min
EP 215 Should You Offer Mobile Nail Services?
Today Habib and Tracey talk about important aspects to consider before transitioning into a mobile nail business including pricing, travel, and supplies.
Mar 09, 2021•17 min
EP 214 Hard Gel vs Soft Gel
Today Habib and Tracey discuss the differences between hard gel and soft gel in terms of which can be soaked off, which can be used to build enhancements, and how they compare to other services in the salon.
Mar 04, 2021•18 min
EP 213 How to Become a Nail Influencer
Young Nails manufactures the highest quality professional nail care products (acrylic, hard gel, gel polish, nail art, nail polish, nail accessories, nail files, etc) in the world. To learn the nail application in all of the forms - acrylic, gel, nail art, etc - watch our videos for extreme education. We offer nail education out of our Anaheim, CA facility. Contact us for details info@youngnails.com
Mar 02, 2021•24 min
EP 212 Is Client Pressure Real?
Today Habib and Tracey talk about client pressure in the salon. What should a nail tech do if a client requests nail art that she is uncomfortable with doing? How should a nail tech handle a client who does not respect the policies she has in place?
Feb 25, 2021•21 min
EP 211 Would You Take Back a Client You've Had a Bad Experience With?
Today Habib and Tracey discuss whether you should take back a client after having a bad experience with them. Which situations are reparable and which are not likely to work out the second time around?
Feb 23, 2021•19 min
EP 210 Is the Salon Owner Responsible for the Quality of All Nail Services?
If a client is unhappy with their nails, should they take the issue up to the salon owner? How much responsibility does an owner have for the quality of the nails done in her salon? Habib and Tracey discuss when the salon owner should step in for disputes between a client and a nail tech and when it is up to the nail tech to resolve the issue on their own.
Feb 18, 2021•16 min
EP 209 Why Do Some Nails Change Color?
Today Habib and Tracey talk about nail discoloration. Why does it happen? Is it the product or the client’s lifestyle that causes nails to change color?
Feb 16, 2021•18 min
EP 208 Should You Specialize Your Nail Services?
Today Habib and Tracey discuss whether or not it’s beneficial to stick to one particular type of nail service. For example, should a nail tech only do acrylic nails, or should they also offer gel and dip powder services? What circumstances allow a nail technician to be successful with this business strategy and how should it be communicated to their clients?
Feb 11, 2021•19 min
EP 207 How to Deal with Picky Clients
On today’s Biz Talk, Habib and Tracey talk about those super picky clients who are never fully satisfied with their nails. Tracey recounts her experience with picky clients, how she communicated with them, and when it’s probably for the best to not do their nails anymore.
Feb 09, 2021•20 min
EP 206 How to Grow Your Nail Salon Business in 2021
On today’s Biz Talk, Habib speaks with Sabir Semerkant, CEO & Founder of Growth By Sabir about how nail salon businesses can grow in 2021. They discuss practical ways that businesses can reach larger audiences, build a brand, and create exciting incentives that bring more customers through the door.
Feb 04, 2021•46 min
EP 205 Walk-Ins vs Appointment Only
On today’s Biz Talk, Habib and Tracey talk about walk-in salons versus appointment only salons. Which is the better business model? How should you communicate with your potential clients if they don’t know whether or not they need an appointment?
Feb 02, 2021•16 min
EP 204 What's the Best Strategy to Practice Your Nail Skills?
Whether you’re new to doing nails or trying a technique outside of your comfort zone, practice is essential to perfecting your skills. Today Habib and Tracey talk about the best way to strategize your practice in order to have salon success.
Jan 28, 2021•21 min
EP 203 The Basics of Nail Product Inventory
Today Habib and Tracey discuss the importance of keeping an organized product inventory. Tracey talks about her method for organizing products when she worked in salon and how she was able to ensure she always had enough in stock.
Jan 26, 2021•16 min
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