Welcome to the BTC talk back boards!  We hope you will find it a great learning enviroment and have some fun too!  Take a moment to let everyone get to know you and welcome you! Cindy Farr Hester  Asst. Moderator www.behindthechair.com 

I had a bad day...............yeah!!!!!!! Ever had one of those days, in the salon or spa, when everything was just off??????????  Consultation off, booking was all wrong, clients all showed up late, nobody liked their services?  You just felt like you should of stayed at home, or even worse by days end - like you should reconsider your profession???  Don't worry we all have.  It happens a couple times a  year.  Come here to let it out and have someone give you that pep talk to get you going again! Cindy Farr Hester, co-moderator www.behindthechair.com

In the salon world, we all hit milestones whether they are big or small.  And while, some of are fortunate enough that there is a kind soul that does pat us on the back, sometimes others are not recognized.  Well, at BTC we want you to have the support of your community to share your "I did it!" experiences!  Share your accomplishment or ah-ha experiences here!  Cindy Farr Hester  Asst.  Moderator  www.behindthechair.com

Hello!  If you are thinking of entering the cosmetology field, or any day spa related service, this is the place to post!  Get advice from respected individuals in our field on what our business is like and if it is for you!  Welcome! Cindy Farr Hester   Asst Moderator www.behindthechair.com

Dear members...........Please take a moment to read the rules for the Talk Back Message Boards.  These rules were established to make your on-line posting experience as pleasing as possible.  Simply look above where you are logged in and you will see Home, Search, Login, Profile and the Rules and click on that.  This is also a place for you to issue any suggestions or comments for the moderators or BTC staff.  As noted in the rules, please do so in a constructive manner and refrain from bringing up banning.  If a banning was to occur, that is between the person banned and a moderator.  It is not up for public discussion.  We will do our best to listen, and with your help continue to improve the Talk Back Boards!  Thank you so much!   Cindy

Taxes are due today!  If you are commission, your taxes are taken out of your check and you probably have already filed.  I hope each of you increased your salary this year!  If you are IC or booth rental, the last day to pay taxes is today!  For a learning purposes, those of you that are IC or booth rent - discuss the pro's and cons of paying your own self employment taxes, product costs, rent, etc...........  I hope everyone had a great year! Cindy Farr Hester Asst Moderator

Anything that happens in the salon...Post it here!

If you are interested in participating in an article that will be written by Anna at BTC about ways you give back to your community or your favorite charitable organization, please read next post.  Thanks! Cindy Farr Hester  Asst Moderator

Micheal Gordon has stepped down at Bumble and Bumble.  Tell us what you think!  Details to follow...........

Please use this topic to discuss benefits such as health insurance, paid vacations, 401K, and bonuses.  Does your salon offer benefits?  Do you work commission or salary?  What do you think of your benefits package?  Are you utilizing these benefits even though they may appear costly to you?  What would you like to see change in salon benefits? Are you self-employeed?  If you do not have a spouse that is receiving health insurance and 401K - what are you doing to protect yourself?  Are you planning for your future?  Is aquiring private health insurance easy for you and your family? Please discuss the issues related to our industry in regards to benefits under this topic. No bashing certain companies please.  This is a I want to learn topic, to see what is the industry norm at this point.  Thank you so much. Cindy Farr Hester  Asst Moderator

Back by popular demand!  Bravo’s Shear Genius is returning for a second season and we want to hear all about it.  Discuss with other members weekly episodes, the contestants, challenges and who you think will be crowned Shear Genius come finale.  Know one of the contestants?  Tell us about them.  We want to hear all the dirt!  Is there a special someone you hope to be a judge this season?  We want to know!  The more you participate on the BTC Bulletin Board Shear Genius Forum, the greater the chance of you winning a fantastic participation prize!  And don’t forget, we have BTC-TV exclusive casting call footage from this season’s tryouts!  So BTC Members, let the fun begin…

Tabatha is taking over salons across America so let’s chat about the meltdowns, the drama and the constructive criticism seen each week on BRAVO. Is Tabatha playing nice or did she cross the line?  Did the salon owners set themselves up for disaster by agreeing to be taken over?  And while we’re at it - what constructive criticism and advice do you have to offer?  Discuss!

We’ve all been taught that discussions of religion, sex and politics are taboo in polite company, but who said we are polite company?  We’ve watched the Democratic National Convention and we’ve watched the Republican National Convention and now the race is on! We feel so strongly about our country and our freedom and the democratic process that we think it’s a mistake to avoid the subject of politics, especially in this critical election year.  So let’s get the conversation started.  Are you Team Obama/Biden or Team McCain/Palin?

A spot to talk about the latest in celebrity hair, trends and fashion. What do you love or hate on the red carpet? Talk about the recent trends on the Fashion Week runway. Share with each other your how-tos and styling tips to achieve the hottest celeb looks.

What would you do if your paycheck stopped coming?  What’s your backup plan if you couldn’t come to work due to a sickness, injury or even pregnancy complications? How do you plan on paying your bills? Do you have enough set aside to cover the additional expenses caused by a disability, maintain your lifestyle and cover everyday living expenses?  Learn how affordable disability insurance can be your financial solution to life’s unexpected emergencies with Gina Bello from Salon & Spa Employee Benefit Solutions.  Post your questions for Gina now!

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