Q&A With Jamie Nunn

We sat down with celebrity nail technician Jamie Nunn who strives to offer the best in nail-care and affordable luxury treatments. After starting his own business, Matilda-Rose, Jamie continues to drive for expansion. He is seeking up to 5 additional salons in the next 5 years. Read on to find out his top tips to success and his favourite Diamond Designs beauty tunic...

Were you always interested in a career in the beauty industry?

No not at all. I was working for an electrical retailer (which i hated) and went with my friend to get her nails done.  there was a training opportunity at the salon which I went for and the rest is history. So I totally fell into it by chance!

What made you want to start your own business?

I decided to start my own business after working for some of the nail industries biggest brands. at the time nobody seemed to support my vision. Something I still believe hugely in. i thought to myself "you either carry on making someone else money and being stifled. or, take a risk and go it alone.". So along with my amazing assistant Sue Kemp. I got as much money together mainly from my nan and grandad and my parents. I took a risk which in the end paid off.  There were lots of times when I doubted myself. But I carried on and in the end it paid off. In 2010 I was made head of nails for X-factor. then everything started falling into place. Finally, I met my partner Stephen. From day 1, he was always pushing me to do more. he believed in what a great business model we had. So he came on board on a full-time basis. We expanded the salon which was the best thing we ever did. We now struggle to keep up with the demand, so much so that we have put plans for additional salons to be opened in the next 5 years

Do you have any other employees?

Yes we have 6 members of staff working us at the moment.

Where do you see your business in the next five years?

In the next five years I see the business growing to have opened hopefully 5 salons. we have a product line in the pipeline and lots of other ideas that hopefully will come to fruition.

Do you wear a beauty tunic when providing treatments when providing treatments to clinics?

No only for the pure reason that I have to go between being a technician and a businessman on a regular basis. However, all the staff wear tunics as I think it gives a really professional look and makes it easy for clients to identify who is staff and who's not.

What is your favourite Diamond Designs tunic?

The Eva tunic.

How do you manage your business online?

We use online services a lot. Advertising is the key one we regularly update our website with our offers. we use Facebook a lot to keep in contact with clients, book appointments and promote the business and staff.

How important do you think social media is for beauty businesses?

Social media is the biggest tool for our business. i think if used correctly it is for all businesses. For example a tweet from a celebrity client generates such interest from new and old clients. Also reviews via social media are amazing because its word of mouth recommendations online. This giving people who haven't been to the salon the chance to see what everything is all about.

Are the any accounts you follow to keep up with the latest beauty trends and tips?

I like to follow session stylists and make up artists who I have worked with as well as one I haven't. the whole industry is like a huge family and you never know what a connection could lead to. Some of my favourites are Kimme keys, Tom Bichak, Kim Kimble and Alex Babsky.

What is your favourite beauty treatment?

My fave treatment at the minute is the chemical foot peel pedicure that I create a while back. it really is amazing the amount of dead skin that it removes from the feet. It's very satisfying to see the feet looking rejuvenated and fresh!

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We want to say a big thank you to Jamie for taking the time to answer our questions. We hope this has been helpful! If you would like to get involved to feature on our next Q&A blog, then send an email to: blog.diamonddesigns@gmail.com To style your beauty salon, we provide gorgeous uniforms for beauty therapists We also wide selection of beauty tunics and modern spa uniforms for you to choose from.