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Why my kid is allowed in my salon (and yours isn’t)
Let’s just say it—this is less than ideal. You walk into my salon, spot my little one colouring in the corner, and think, “If her child’s...
Fiona Fox
3 days ago2 min read
Salon hygiene: 5 things you should never, ever, ever do (and what to do instead)
Let’s talk about the unspoken ick. Salon hygiene might not be glamorous, but it’s absolutely essential—both for your clients’ safety and...
Fiona Fox
Apr 182 min read
Nail trends for the bin
The nail world is a creative place where new trends are born every day, and that's one of the things I love most about it. But just...
Fiona Fox
Apr 113 min read
How to tell clients about a price increase (and why you shouldn’t feel weird about it)
If faced with a decision between announcing a price increase or being thrown into the North Sea, I know a lot of nail techs who'd be...
Fiona Fox
Mar 282 min read
Why basing your prices on others in the industry does more harm than good
Setting your prices based on what others charge might seem like a safe approach, but it can actually do more harm than good. Every nail...
Fiona Fox
Mar 212 min read
Should the UK nail and beauty industry be regulated?
In the United States, the nail and beauty industry is strictly regulated. Therapists must complete formal training, pass exams, and...
Fiona Fox
Mar 142 min read
Happy birthday to me! Should you celebrate your clients' birthdays?
Last week, my hairdresser surprised me with a bouquet of roses at my appointment, a few days before my birthday. It meant the world to...
Fiona Fox
Mar 72 min read
Starting with nothing: How I built my nail and beauty career from scratch
When I first started in the nail and beauty industry, I had nothing—not a salon, not a dedicated space, not even a clear idea of where to...
Fiona Fox
Feb 283 min read


Another nail bar?!
Is the market oversaturated, or is there room for everyone? If you feel like there’s a new nail bar popping up every five minutes, you’re...
Fiona Fox
Feb 212 min read
A match made in heaven: Who is builder gel suitable for?
Happy Valentine’s Day, Team! Whether you do Valentine's, Gal-entine's or even just Pal-entines, love is in the air—so let’s talk about...
Fiona Fox
Feb 143 min read


Juggling two salons: The reality of moving and working at the same time
Moving house is one thing, but moving a home salon with it? That’s a whole different level of chaos! Right now, I’m in the middle of...
Fiona Fox
Feb 72 min read


Moving a home-based salon: Lessons from Ulu Beauty
Relocating a home-based salon is no small feat. Whether you’re upgrading to a larger space, moving to a new area, or even setting up in a...
Fiona Fox
Jan 314 min read


My most valuable investment...
As I prepare to move my home salon to a new property, it’s the perfect time for reflection and review. Running a successful salon...
Fiona Fox
Jan 242 min read


Hello, Team!
Hello and welcome to Nail Your Career! I'm Fiona Fox, and I'm thrilled to have you here. I run one of the top three nail salons in the...
Fiona Fox
Jan 173 min read
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