S2. EP.23 - Nailing It: Celebrity Manicurist Julie Kandalec’s Impact on Beauty and Glam
Aug 15, 2023
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Join renowned celebrity manicurist and educator Julie Kandalec as she takes us behind the scenes of major beauty campaigns and New York Fashion Week. Learn about her Nailpreneur course, building and managing relationships, and the importance of taking care of your body.
Julie Kandalec offers a Nail-Preneur course that focuses on the business side of being a manicurist, covering topics such as understanding the business, nail art, assisting on set, branding, and finding clients as a celebrity manicurist.
Julie's journey showcases the importance of talent, networking, and a supportive environment in achieving success as a manicurist.
Building strong relationships, proactive collaboration, and professionalism are key factors in establishing a successful career as a manicurist.
Deep dives
Julie's Nail-Preneur Course
Julie Candelac offers a Nail-Preneur course that focuses on the business side of being a manicurist. The course covers topics such as understanding the business, nail art, assisting on set, choosing an agent, branding, insurance, finding clients as a celebrity manicurist, and more. Graduates of the course may have the opportunity to work with Julie depending on availability. Julie emphasizes the importance of business skills, communication, and professionalism for success in the industry.
Julie's Journey to Becoming a Celebrity Manicurist
Julie started her career as a nail professional focusing on her passion for creative nail art. Through her hard work and strong networking skills, she eventually became a celebrity manicurist with an extensive client list that includes renowned celebrities and collaborations with top brands. She credits her supportive father for encouraging her to pursue her dreams and travel, which eventually led her to New York City, where she established herself in the industry. Julie's journey showcases the importance of talent, networking, and a supportive environment in achieving success.
The Role of Creative Director and Relationship Building
Julie has experience as a creative director at Paintbox Salon, where she designed nail looks, worked on campaigns, and contributed to the brand's image. She also emphasizes the importance of relationship building and communication in the industry. Julie highlights the need for nail professionals to be proactive, suggest ideas, and collaborate as part of the glam team. She encourages them to express their creative insights, take initiative, and show professionalism. Building strong relationships and being a valuable team member are key factors in establishing a successful career as a manicurist.
Building Relationships and Reaching Out to Clients
Building relationships with clients and reaching out to them in a classy manner is crucial for success. It's important to find a manager that aligns with your brand and who can handle client outreach. Having agents and a publicist also helps in managing client relationships. Working with prestigious brands and being backstage at fashion events can solidify relationships with beauty editors and create opportunities for networking.
The Importance of Research and Preparation in the Industry
In the beauty industry, research and preparation are key. For editorial work, agents often suggest manicurists based on their expertise. Researching clients and understanding their brand is essential to provide suitable nail looks and maintain trust. Attention to detail and extensive preparation ensure success in the industry. Being independent, professional, and always prepared are sought-after qualities in an assistant. Health insurance and prioritizing self-care are also crucial in this physically demanding profession.
Step into the captivating world of nail artistry in this week's episode of "It Takes A Village To Raise An Entrepreneur". Julie Kandalec, renowned celebrity manicurist and educator, takes us behind the scenes of major beauty campaigns and the glamour of New York Fashion Week. As the founding creative director of Paintbox in NYC, Julie transformed chic and trendy nails into a mainstream sensation, even sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience through her Nailpreneur™️ course.
From working with celebrities like Jessica Chastain, Emily Blunt, Selena Gomez, Joe Jonas, Mariah Carey, Camila Cabello, AJ McLean, and Hailee Steinfeld to gracing the pages of top magazines, Julie's expertise has made an enduring impact on the beauty industry, revolutionizing the perception of nail artistry.
Join us as we dive into Julie's journey, from discovering her passion for nails to becoming a sought-after educator. We explore topics such as her Nailpreneur course, her unwavering support system in her father, fitting into a glam team, building and managing the right relationships, finding and managing a team of assistants, and the importance of taking care of your body.
Follow along to witness some of her amazing art on @julieknailsnyc. Learn about her Nailpreneur course and the next enrollment dates on Julieknailacademy.com.
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