I opened my own small nail salon and I have to say word of mouth is the best advertising I could ever have. I have been in business for 2 1/2 years doing nails for 18 yrs. and am busy, thank God I had my following of people and rented a small space nothing big and elaborate, but I made it very clean and pretty inside. I have thought about bringing someone in with me for a while now, but everyone says it just gets messy dealing with people so I have not yet. When I do, it will have to be someone good or willing to learn because I want to continue good word of mouth. In the beginning I had given free Shellac manicures or regular manicures and I would tell clients they are helping me try out some new products. They always return and tell more people about me. I sell retail also, but keep my inventory small for now. I did not try to get big quick I am growing slowly. I do my own books and have learned a lot. This year is much easier, add up what I take in (my income) and subtract my expenses keep expense receipts and utilities. I keep it simple cash or check, no credit cards or debit cards. Also, I feel my clients like to be educated about products and like that they can ask me questions about their nails. Keep your conversations with clients light and fun and them talking, if they are having fun and like their nails they will keep coming back and they will tell others. Hope this wasn't too long!
On Monday, December 30, 2013 10:37 PM, Vivan Ellis <[email protected]> wrote: Thank you Kelly! V Ellis [email protected] Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears our burden, The God who is our salvation...Psalms 68:19 -----Original Message----- From: Kelley <[email protected]> To: nailtech <[email protected]> Sent: Mon, Dec 30, 2013 7:21 pm Subject: Re: NailTech:: Starting New Salon My one thing I would have changed is a partner to work with. My first one I didn't know very well and was screwed over. But God always sorts that stuff out . So with that said someone who isn't a financial partner but can be your go to person. Someone you trust. That is what I would suggest. First thing is you need to read ready set go, by Jeff Grisslor and Eric Ryant It was very helpful Connect with me on StyleSeat at https://www.styleseat.com/kelleysmith - view photos, book appointments, and recommend me to friends! On Dec 30, 2013, at 7:09 PM, Vivan Ellis <[email protected]> wrote: Thank you Kelly! Great decision and advertising. I am on the initial stage. Looking for lease space. Any suggestions on size needed would be great also. May your new year be prosperous and full of success! I am open to ANY and ALL advice,lol. > > >If you had to do it over again, what one thing would you have changed or >wished you had thought about prior to opening? I truly appreciate all your >help! > > >V Ellis >[email protected] >Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears >our burden, The God who is our salvation...Psalms 68:19 > > >-----Original Message----- >From: Kelley <[email protected]> >To: nailtech <[email protected]> >Sent: Mon, Dec 30, 2013 6:55 pm >Subject: Re: NailTech:: Starting New Salon > > >I opened my salon next to a grocery store and the store is my land lord they >let me print flyers to put in the bags at check out. 21 new clients in nov, 37 >new clients in dec. > > >I love FB and have yet to start Instagram or Twitter > > >Good luck with your venture >Kelley smith > >Sent from my iPhone > >On Dec 30, 2013, at 5:12 PM, Vivan Ellis <[email protected]> wrote: > > >Thank you Holly for the response! Have an amazingly prosperous new year! >> >> >>V Ellis >>[email protected] >>Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears >>our burden, The God who is our salvation...Psalms 68:19 >> >> >>-----Original Message----- >>From: Holly L Schippers <[email protected]> >>To: nailtech <[email protected]> >>Sent: Fri, Dec 27, 2013 3:35 pm >>Subject: Re: NailTech:: Starting New Salon >> >> >>Social media is easy, free advertising for the salon! >> >>Holly L Schippers >>http://fingernailfixer.com >>Sent via iPhone >> >>On Dec 27, 2013, at 12:38 PM, "Vivan Ellis" <[email protected]> wrote: >> >> >>I am in the process of starting a business of nail salon/spa. Any advice >>would be very much appreciated. 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