COPIED
2 mins

NOTES FROM Nergish

Reach your goals & ensure success with advice from esteemed beauty business expert, NERGISH WADIA-AUSTIN

To be a successful nail technician, you must embody three things: personality, knowledge and skill.

Exceptional personality qualities

Successful nail professionals exhibit a blend of precision and creativity, making a welcoming environment for clients. Patience is key, ensuring meticulous attention to detail, while excellent communication skills establish a strong rapport with clients. It’s also important to understand and deliver your unique brand of service with kindness.

Knowledge is power

A superior grasp of nailcare fundamentals, from anatomy to environmental practices, will empower your career, and informed decisions about products and tools contribute to client safety and satisfaction. This way of working not only aligns with modern customer values, but will enhance your credibility in the competitive market.

Elevation of skills

Staying at the forefront of the industry involves a commitment to ongoing education. Position yourself as a dedicated industry leader by continually updating your skills; embracing advances in repair techniques, enhancements, art and health. This adaptability will not only impress clients

and help you meet their expectations, but ensure you stay relevant in an ever-changing beauty landscape.

“Staying at the forefront of the industry involves a commitment to ongoing education. Position yourself as a dedicated industry leader by continually updating your skills.” 

Next steps

Nail technicians who already hone these three factors stand a great chance of qualifying for the coveted PHAB Service Star. This industry benchmark recognises a relentless pursuit of excellence in the world of nailcare.

If you demonstrate these qualities, apply for a PHAB Service Star as soon as possible, so your practices can be verified and you can benefit from recognition and support.

Those that qualify for a PHAB Service Star:

Perform at a higher level than industry average.

Are able to back this up with requested evidence.

Boast exceptional customer testimonials detailing superior services, hygiene and safety standards, environmental and sustainable practice plans and more.

Commit to ongoing learning.

To apply, visit www.phabservicestars.com

©PHAB Service Stars. All rights reserved.

ABOUT NERGISH

Nergish Wadia-Austin is a highly regarded international hair, beauty, spa and wellness industry expert. She has been a consultant and business management trainer for over 40 years, dedicated to improving service and retail performance worldwide.

Nergish’s ability to identify and address business gaps, along with her commitment to high-performance team development and customer service excellence, make her a valuable asset for salons keen to boost revenue and improve operations. Her unique approach includes tailored training for leaders and nail, beauty and hair salon professionals. Nergish regularly speaks at business events across the globe and is a judge for industry awards. She offers courses via www.hairandbeautyexpert.com and is CEO & founder of PHAB Service Stars: a measure of excellence for hair and beauty professionals.

www.hairandbeautyexpert.com & www.phabservicestars.com

Facebook: /nergishwadiaaustin & /phabservicestars

Instagram: @nergishwadiaaustin & @phabservicestars

This article appears in February 2024

Go to Page View
This article appears in...
February 2024
Go to Page View
Editor's Letter
February is traditionally a month focused on love
Nail NATION
news & views
Creativity & The Climatalypse
A powerful environmental message connects a series of striking, nail-focused images, one of which features on this month’s cover. REBECCA HITCHON finds out more about the nail inspo & on-set photo shoot antics
THE SCRATCH scoop
The Scratch team offers an insight into its antics & unveils events & products from the nail & beauty realms
THE HOT List
Scratch scours the industry for the latest nail & beauty products to captivate clients & lend a helping hand to your services
2024 Scratch Stars Awards
Embrace the opportunity to join the elite group of salons & industry professionals that hold a Scratch Star title: a symbol of excellence in the UK&I nail sector
Love Struck
Capture the hearts of clients with 40 Valentine’s themed nail designs & products to express affection & artistry
Luxe LIFE
Elevate your mani/pedi services & indulge clients with TGB Spa; a refillable bodycare system with luxury aesthetic
BEHIND THE GRAM
Get to know social media nail stars as they offer an insight into their lives & share content creation tips
GEL GOALS: Mastered
Delve into the glories of the gel system & explore products to sculpt, perfect, aid artistry & more
Better Together
TAMMY KOSLOWSKI, founder & director of House of NAF!, spills the story of a collaboration that serves to empower young people as they journey into the beauty industry
Community culture
Explore how to use & navigate online nail forums appropriately with advice from their founders & leaders
NOTES FROM Nergish
Reach your goals & ensure success with advice from esteemed beauty business expert, NERGISH WADIA-AUSTIN
Enter the DRAGON
Embrace the Lunar New Year in style by brushing up on your knowledge of Chinese legends & channelling the spirit of the dragon through nail art
HIRING HELP
Are you seeking a new staff member but unsure how to nail the recruitment process? Check out REBECCA HITCHON’S roundup of advice
Through the Keyhole
Take a peek inside salon setups across the UK&I as Scratch unlocks each door
Love & Sparkles with Katy P nail artist
The World’s Star Nail Artist 2023 shares tips, techniques & insights into her soaring career
Nail SOS: Repairs & refunds
Scratch explores common causes & salon solutions to nail damage & the importance of having a clear policy in place for repairs
Power & Polish with OPI
Elevate your business & embrace new techniques with advice from the Scratch Stars award-winning OPI team
TECH FOR Techs
REBECCA HITCHON gets the scoop on high-tech launches, decodes hot topics & sources tech-savvy tips for your business
READERS GALLERY
Glasgow-based CND™ ambassador, MONIKA BANNATYNE, shares her sleek nail designs, preferred techniques & career highlights
FORD’S Thoughts
The Salon Hygiene & Safety Rating Scheme (SHSRS)
Boss the BLEND
Polish up your ombré application with tech tips, design inspiration & step-by-steps
Nailympia COMPETITION NEWS
Immerse in competition highlights, interviews & points to note from the Nailympia realm, with its global director, Alex Fox
Clear & Clarified
Does your treatment menu make sense to clients? Techs dish out advice to ensure clients choose the right service for their needs
SCRATCH PADS
A thrilling first chapter. Immerse in the story of Chapter1, a Cheltenham salon with a stylish interior & owner who champions the client experience
NAIL Clippings
The shimmering cat eye nail style has made a resurgence, helped by the launch of velvet effect nail products. Check out inspo from nail artists on Instagram...
Fingernails in Focus
Feeling peachy keen? Pros share nail designs inspired by Peach Fuzz, Pantone’s Color of the Year 2024
Looking for back issues?
Browse the Archive >

Previous Article Next Article
February 2024
CONTENTS
Page 56
PAGE VIEW