How to boost retail sales during & post lockdown
Beauty brand consultants and founders of Buzz Beauté, Denise Dente & Jessica Quick, discuss how to up the ante on your retail during and post lockdown… Denise Dente Jessica Quick Service revenue has been deeply impacted by the reduced number of consumers, the need for social distancing and concerns over public…
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How to work out what you need to charge for nail services in 10 steps
Upon the return to work for nail techs, one of the most important considerations along with health & safety is likely to be a pricing for your services. Many technicians are guilty of looking to their competition when pricing their nail services. When considering your prices; whether setting these from…
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Facebook & Instagram set up Shops feature for businesses
Facebook and Instagram have launched Shops, a feature that allows consumers to buy and sell products directly on both platforms in a few clicks – without having to leave the app. If you have a Facebook business page, you can add a shop. Free to set up, businesses can choose the products…
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NHBF releases reopening guide for hair & beauty businesses
The National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF) has released ‘Back to business’ guidelines for hair & beauty salons and barbershops, following the following the publication of the government’s Covid-19 Recovery Strategy. The guide covers how business owners can recover after the coronavirus lockdown, what safety precautions they will need to…
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Liz McKeon introduces virtual 1-to-1 coaching sessions
Beauty business expert, Liz McKeon, has introduced new virtual one-to-one coaching sessions for salons and beauty professionals. During the downtime caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, Liz McKeon is inviting salon owners and beauty professionals to refocus and rework their business plan and strategy – ready for success when salons reopen.…
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Coronavirus: Furloughed workers & what it means for business
Tina Chander, partner & head of the employment team at Midlands law firm, Wright Hassall, deals with employment law issues for businesses of all sizes. Here, she reveals what being ‘furloughed’ means amidst the coronavirus crisis… The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is designed to help businesses that would otherwise be forced…
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How to keep your salon secure during lockdown
In any business, the most important consideration is safety. Without a safe work environment you, your staff, and customers will be at risk and you will not be insured. The second most significant concern is often overlooked; security. During these current times, your business can become more vulnerable and it…
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Online resource helps change workplace attitudes towards mental health
The Lord Mayor’s Appeal Charity, which aims to find solutions London’s most pressing societal issues, has introduced an initiative to help change attitudes towards mental health in the workplace and improve employee wellbeing. This Is Me was launched on World Mental Health Day 2016 and aims to reduce the stigma…
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Coronavirus: 3 ways to use tech to keep clients interested
Jo Martin, marketing director at Sally Salon Services UK & Ireland, reveals how you can you use technology to engage existing clients and attract new ones… Like many other sectors, the nail industry has been significantly affected by the coronavirus pandemic. At first, nail salons and freelancers took the decision…
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Rochdale nail tech to appear on ITV to discuss business impact of COVID-19
Amy Pierce, founder of The Beauty Loft in Rochdale, is to appear on ITV’s Tonight show to reveal the impact of coronavirus on her business. Airing at 7.30pm on 9 April, the programme explores the emotional and financial implications that COVID-19 is having – and may continue to have –…
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Challenge launched to tackle business downtime
Beauty Boss HQ has revealed the Take Action In April Challenge for business owners. Launched to help beauty professionals during the current pandemic downtime, the marketing & business development agency is offering free resources for professionals. The challenge will see a series of workshops, Facebook Live videos and expert panels.…
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Margaret Dabbs London announces £27.7m partnership with Best World International
Premium foot, hand and leg care brand, Margaret Dabbs London, has sold a minority stake of the business to Best World International (BWI) in a bid to expand its global presence. The British company, founded in 2004, develops medically-credible and premium cosmetic solutions for feet, hands and legs. It was…
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Coronavirus: 6 ways to make the most of your extra time
Julie-Anne Larivière, Salon System nail expert and salon owner of Sketched by J-A Nails, shares top tips for how techs can utilise the extra time they have as a result of Covid-19… As difficult as this time is for most self-employed nail technicians, it is, for some, a blessing in…
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Cuccio launches ‘Earn From Home’ initiative for nail & beauty pros
Cuccio has responded to the impact of coronavirus on the income of nail and beauty professionals by launching the ‘Earn From Home’ initiative. The hand, foot and body care brand has put together 18 handy kits that professionals can purchase and retail to their clients to help them maintain the…
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3 ways to boost your income during low trading periods
The team at Sienna X shares three top tips to boosting your income during quiet periods… Covid-19 has given many of us a new perspective, not only on our health, but also the way that we can operate business during times of extreme trading lows and uncertainty. With normality interrupted, we…
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