Test-wise
Understanding the strategies for successfully taking test.
whole you" hints
dress comfortably
On test day
Wear a watch and look over the test when you are done to be sure that you have read all of the questions correctly and have answered as many as possible.
Deductive Reasoning
process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning
Strategy associated with deductive reasoning
if the last word in a stem is "an," the answer must begin with a vowel.
Understanding Test Formats : True/False
for a statement to be true, the entire statement must be true.
The practical exam : hands-on
Practice the correct skills.
Familiarize yourself with the content contained in the examination bulletins sent by the licensing agency.
Make certain that all equipment and implements are cleaned, disinfected, and properly stored before the exam.
If possib
Preparing for employment
never ask: How much do you make?
The salons and spas employ more than
1.6 million active beauty industry professionals.
Independent Salon Chains
Chains of 5 or more salons owned by 1 individual or 2 more partners.
They range from basic nail salons to full-service salons and day spas.
They offer everything from low-priced to very high-priced services.
Small Independent Salons
Has 3 manicure tables and pedicure stations.
10 nail techs working there regularly.
Franchise Salons
Can be owned by nail techs.
Commonly offer employees the same benefits as corporate-owned chain salons or spas.
Basic value-priced operations
Often located in busy shopping center.
Booth rental establishments
Booth renting also called station or chair rental.
Possibly the least expensive way of owning one's business.
A resume
Summary of a person's education and work experience.
Cover letter
Letter of introduction that highlights your goals, skills, and accomplishments.
Provides a more detailed overview of the key points in your resume.
Basic guidelines when preparing a professional resume:
Limit it to one page.
Print your resume, cover letter and all documents on good-quality paper in a neutral tone.
List your professional skills and accomplishments.
As you describe former positions on your resume ask yourself the following questions:
How many regular clients did I serve?
How many clients did I serve weekly?
What was my client retention rate?
What % of my client revenue came from retailing?
What % of client revenue came from nail enhancement service or UV and LED gels?
Do's
Avoid overwriting or flowery language.
A one-page resume is preferable.
Make it neat.
Include only professional references.
Employment portfolio
Collection, usually bound, of photos and documents that reflect your skills, accomplishments and abilities in a chosen career field.
Why you chose a career in nail technology:
A statement that explains what you love about your new career.
Should not include
Hobbies and personal interest.
Networking
Connecting with people, communities, and local business to build mutually beneficial relationships.
To set up a salon or spa visit, consider:
When you call, use your best telephone manner: speak with confidence and self-assurance.
Follow-up call
A week is generally sufficient.
Interview wardrobe:
Appropriate for the position?
Both fashionable and flattering, and similar to what the salon's or spa's current stylists wear.
Does your makeup flatter your face and your overall style?
Supporting materials:
Resume and cover letter, facts and figures, and employment portfolio.
Follow behaviors in connection with interview itself:
Be polite and courteous.
Answer questions honestly.
Do not speak before you are ready, and not for more than 2 minutes at a time.
Appropriate and Inappropriate questions:
The American w/ Disabilities Act prohibits general inquires about health problems, disabilities, and medical conditions.
Illegal questions:
Are you a U.S. citizen?