Young Nails Biz Talk

We get a lot of questions about UV/ LED curing when it comes to gel. Today Habib and Greg describe the differences between curing and freezing and discuss how long you need to cure both hard and soft gels.

Which nail system is the best to use in the salon? Today Habib and Greg talk about the pros and cons of each of these nail services and discuss which of these is their favorite overall.

With the holidays around the corner, where can you find the inspiration for your nail designs? On today’s throwback episode we revisit a conversation with Habib, Tracey, and Greg about where to find both inspiration to do nails and motivation to grow your career.

How can you manage your time more efficiently in the salon? Today Habib and Tracey offer tips on how to book clients and make the most of your downtime.

Can everyone wear extra long nails? Today Habib and Tracey talk about what clients and nail techs need to know before sculpting that XL stiletto nail set.

On today’s Biz Talk Habib speaks with YN Senior Mentor Karen Huneke about how she has increased her prices over the years. She explains how she’s set up her pricing structure, how she communicates price increases with her clients, and more!

What should you do when your client wants a nail shape or design that you haven’t done before? Today Habib and Tracey give you tips for when to give something new a try and when to decline a request that is out of your comfort zone.

Today Habib talks to YN Senior Mentor Karen Huneke about her experience in the nail industry during Covid-19. She discusses changes to her business due to new regulations, how her clientele has changed, and why nail appointments are more important than ever to her clients.

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Today Habib and Tracey address one of the most common questions among nail techs regarding pricing. They explain a system that will help you maintain a consistent pricing structure for full sets, fills, rebalances, art, and more!

There are many reasons why your client’s nails keep lifting. Today Habib and Tracey talk about all of the steps during prep, application and filing that may lead to lifting.

What are the cost benefits of having a high-profile nail client? Today Tracey describes the reality of what it's like to be on set doing nails for celebrities.

Today Habib and Tracey talk about whether or not nail techs should spend their time working on extreme 3D nail art. They discuss perceived value and how to assess if you are overcharging or undercharging for your nails.

It can be nerve-wracking to book your first appointment with a real client. Today Habib and Tracey offer some tips about how to get started on the right foot with pricing, policies, and boundaries.

Today Habib and Tracey calculate how much money you can make as a nail tech based on average service price and number of clients a day. They discuss how important it is to set goals for yourself and raise your prices to the point where you make your desired yearly salary.

It can be hard to say “no” to clients, especially when you’re in the process of building a full clientele. Today Habib go over the right way (and the wrong way) to decline a client’s request for discounts, special treatment, or anything else that violates your business policies.

Do you feel like no matter how much you practice, you still struggle with nails? Today Habib and Tracey talk about the common struggles that nail techs go through and how to stay motivated.

Today Habib and Tracey talk about the best way for consumers to find nail techs in their area. They discuss what is most important to look for in photos, which hashtags to search, and other things to consider when trying to find the perfect nail salon.

Have you ever wondered how to become a YN Mentor? Today Habib and Tracey talk about possible openings in the YN Mentor program and different paths you may choose to talk as a professional in the nail industry.

When you have a first-time client come in with an existing set on their nails, should you charge them for removal? Today Habib and Tracey discuss when you should charge to remove a client's existing acrylic, why some acrylic may be more difficult to remove and whether or not it’s okay to work on top of the product they already have on their nails.

Which social media platforms are the most important for nail techs? Today Habib and Tracey talk about the top platforms to be on and how to maximize your content.

Today Habib and Tracey talk about the advice they would have given themselves at the beginning of their careers, including which products to buy, how to communicate policies, facing criticism from clients, and more!

Do your clients love their nails at the end of their service and then post a photo later saying how dissatisfied they are with them? Today Habib and Tracey talk about possible reasons why this might happen and how to respond in a professional manner.

It’s time for another Q&A session with Habib and Tracey! They answer your questions about brittle nails, enhancement bonding, distractions in the salon, and more!

It can be intimidating to set your prices as a new nail technician. Today Habib and Tracey talk about the common mistakes they see nail techs make with either undercharging or overcharging and how to find the perfect price point.