Nailed it w/ Jaz the Nail Supplier

Season 8 Episode 121In this episode of This Is For My Ladies, I sit down with Jaz, the powerhouse behind Nail Nation VA—Virginia’s first and only nail tech competition. As she steps into her third year of curating the Nail Nation Battle, Jaz shares what it takes to create a platform for nail techs to showcase their skills and compete for a grand prize of $1,000.We dive deep into all things nails—from breaking into the industry to the importance of collaboration over competition. Jaz keeps it real about the difference between partnerships and true support and the power of building a strong community. We also tackle the hot topic of deposits in the service industry—are they necessary or just another hurdle for clients? Jaz gives her perspective on why deposits have become a standard practice, how they protect business owners, and the backlash they sometimes receive.Whether you’re an aspiring nail tech, an entrepreneur, or just someone who loves hearing about boss moves, this episode is packed with gems you won’t want to miss!In This Episode, We Discuss:• How Jaz got started in the nail industry• The inspiration behind Nail Nation VA and its impact on the nail tech community• The importance of competition in pushing creativity and skills• Why collaboration is greater than competition in business• The difference between partnerships, support, and true collaboration• The controversy around deposits in the service industry—why they exist and the debate around them• Advice for aspiring nail techs and entrepreneursConnect with Jaz & Nail Nation VA:• Instagram: @NailNationVA & @NailzbyJaz• Website: nailnationconnect.com• Event Details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-nail-nation-va-3rd-annual-nail-tech-battle-tickets-929205116517Connect with Me, Ticia The Diva:• Instagram: @TiciaTheDiva• Podcast Instagram: @ThisIsForMyLadiesPodcast🎧 Listen, Subscribe & Leave a Review!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, share with your crew, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!