[With example sentences] How to answer questions to get hired at a nail technician interview! A thorough explanation from a job-hunting student who gets 90% of job offers

Hello!
This time, for those who want to work as a nail technician , writer H, who got 95% of job offers (from general companies) during his job hunting days, will give a thorough explanation of nail technician interviews !
I've applied for a salon job and have an interview scheduled, but what kind of questions will I be asked? What will the interview process be like?
This article will help you dispel any worries you may have, so please take a look!

The process for hiring a nail technician

Document review
interview
Technical Check
Recruitment✨

Things to keep in mind when interviewing:

Basically, answer the questions you are asked in a short way !
You might be tempted to say everything you've prepared, but that's a no-no🙅‍♀️
It feels more like dialogue and less persuasive.
If you approach the interviewer with the mindset that you are having a conversation , it will be easier for them to understand your personality, and you will naturally be able to highlight the essential skill of a nail artist : communication ability .

Also, in the interview, you

[ When should you think and act? ]

[ Are the strengths you are promoting likely to be utilized in your own company? ]

I often look at these two points.

If you do a thorough self-analysis and company research , the above will become clear to you!
If you ask "why?" at least three times for one topic, it's easier to come up with a deeper answer with fewer contradictions👍

【example】

"We want to understand customer needs through conversation."
①Why do you want to understand needs through conversation?
⇨Because the customer's words give us a more specific understanding of their design preferences and wishes.
②Why is it important to understand your customers' wishes in detail?
⇨We want to make the design as close to the customer's imagination as possible in order to satisfy each and every customer.
③Why do we need to match the customer's image? → Because we want to build a long-term relationship with our customers by making them satisfied with the finished product, trusting us, and coming back to our store.

Basic questions ✏️With example sentences! ✏️

self-introduction

Please briefly state your name, work history, and skills.
Nail technicians are often recruited with the condition of having passed the " Nail Technician Skills Certification Level 2 " or higher.
If you have a Level 1 certification, you will have a slight advantage .
If you have one, be sure to incorporate it into your self-introduction!
[Example sentence]
My name is XX. Thank you for taking the time to speak with me today. After obtaining my Level 1 Nail Technician Skills Certification from XX Vocational School, I worked at a nail salon for XX years. During that time, I honed my skills in XX and XX. In the future, I would like to take on the challenge of XX as well. Thank you for your time today.

Reason for applying

Keep your motivation for applying brief and make sure to convey the following three points !
①Reasons for wanting to become a nail artist
②Reasons why you want to work at this salon
3) How to contribute to the salon = How to utilize your strengths (briefly)

In addition, there are three things you should be aware of!
・Don't just talk about the company's appeal
Don't just talk about your own wishes
Match what you want to do with what you actually do

Companies and salons don't want to hire just their fans or selfish employees! ⚠️
Make sure you do everything you can to make your employees think, "This person seems like they will be able to utilize their strengths to contribute to our company's profits ."

[Example sentence]

I wanted to become a nail technician because I was attracted to the idea of ​​bringing out the individuality of each customer and bringing smiles to their fingertips. During my student days, I honed my skills while selling nail tips on my own. Through the experience of creating detailed designs according to customer requests, I realized the depth and joy of art. (1) Reasons for wanting to become a nail technician

Your company (or this salon) values ​​being close to customers through delicate art and attentive counseling, and I strongly sympathize with that attitude. I too would like to provide designs that exceed customers' expectations and create a time that truly satisfies them. (②Reasons why I want to work at this salon)

To achieve this, I applied for this position because I believe I can contribute to the store and its customers by utilizing the skills I have developed in selling nail tips: "the ability to grasp customer needs through conversation" and "the ability to create delicate designs within a limited time. " (③ Strengths ※Light!)

Your own strengths and weaknesses

For your strengths, highlight the skills that are likely to be required at the salon you want to work in. For your weaknesses, choose something that can be considered a strength and explain how you are dealing with them!

[Example sentence]

My weakness is that I'm a perfectionist. Sometimes I can't stop working until I'm satisfied with the result.

However, since we need to produce and ship a certain number of nail tips per day, we measure the time and thoroughly ensure that we complete them within the allotted time.

On the other hand, my strengths are my ability to listen and make suggestions.
When selling nail tips, we create them after listening to each customer's opinions, and we are proud of our customer satisfaction, as our shop has a repeat customer rate of 〇%.

Your strengths (self-promotion)

When promoting yourself, it's important to make people think, "This person seems like they could work like this at my salon !"
Showcase your reproducible strengths (= strengths that you can naturally move with)✨

Plus, including numbers adds credibility!

[Example sentence]

I have two strengths: the ability to grasp customer needs through conversation and the ability to create delicate designs within a limited time frame.

Regarding the former,
Of the 〇 sales we have made so far, all of the nail tips have been made to order through conversation with the customer.
Sometimes, the customer himself was unable to fully articulate his desired image.
Each time, I changed the direction of the interview or proposed my own ideas, striving to get closer to the desired design.
In fact, the repeat rate at my shop is 〇% , which means I feel that my customers are satisfied.

Regarding the latter,
I am very strict about completing one piece in XX minutes . This is a skill necessary to fulfill an average of XX orders each month without delay, and I have acquired this by consciously measuring my time while working on my creations. I think that irregularities often occur in salon work, so I will continue to strive to improve both my technique and speed.

Matters regarding working style after joining the company

Below are some anticipated questions!
It is best not to say anything that is inconvenient for the salon until you start working there.
However, be sure to clearly communicate anything that is not realistically possible !
(Is it okay to work night shifts every day? → I have a child so it's difficult for me to work night shifts every day, but I can work x number of times a week, or which days of the week I can work, etc.)

Questions to be careful of are marked with a ⚠️!

Reason for applying

・Why did you want to work in the beauty industry (why were you interested in it)?
Why did you want to be a nail technician?
Why did you choose this salon?
・Why not another salon?
⇨Make sure you can explain the differences between your desired salon and other salons !
If you can successfully combine the characteristics of the salon you're applying to with your own strengths , it will be an effective way to appeal to the interviewer!

Self-promotion

・Please promote yourself
・Experience utilizing your strengths
・Have you ever experienced setbacks? How did you overcome them? ⚠️
⇨The intention is to check how you think and act when difficult situations arise.
Since this job involves dealing with customers , stories of calmly dealing with unreasonable requests or opening up someone who isn't so open to you might resonate well...

If you have a previous job

What position did you hold in your previous job?
・(If there is a gap in your work history) What did you do during that period?
・Reason for leaving your previous job⚠️
⇨Answering things like interpersonal relationships or treatment is not a good idea🙅‍♀️What you couldn't do at your previous salon ⇨Focus on what you will be able to do at the salon you're applying to, and give positive reasons !

【example】

In my previous job, the treatment time was short, and I was forced to handle a large number of cases with only fixed design ideas. However, I wondered if that was really satisfying the customers. I wanted to be a manicurist who could fulfill the customers' requests through conversation. This is what made me decide to change jobs.

Work Style⚠️

You may be wondering whether it's okay to honestly express your desires regarding your work style.

The correct answer is not to completely deny it!

For example: Is it possible to transfer to another store? Are there any days you would like to take off?
If it's a chain, is it possible to transfer to another store?
⇨Yes, it is possible.
If you work on a shift system, are there any days off you would like to take?
⇨There is nothing in particular, so I would be happy to consult with you each time.
If you work shifts, are there any preferred times?
⇨Nothing in particular, but if I had to say, it's easier to work (daytime or nighttime).
Is overtime or early work possible?
⇨Yes, it is possible.
Do you have any career plans for working at this salon?
⇨It's better to answer in line with the type of person the salon is looking for!

Do you have any questions for the interviewer? (Reverse questions)

You can ask anything you want to know, but questions with unclear intent or about employee benefits are a no-no .
Make sure your questions are ones that will increase the interviewer's understanding of the store and their desire to work there !
【example】
What kind of people are the nail technicians working at your salon? I'd like to hear about their personalities and working style.

Forbidden phrases!

I want to study
I want to learn
I want to work slowly
Dissatisfaction with previous job

Avoid using phrases that make you the one who is " gaining ." Companies and stores are run to make money.
It's important to make them feel that there are benefits to hiring you.

What should I wear? Can I have my nails done?

clothing

If no casual attire is specified, a suit is recommended.
Especially for mid-career employment , it is best to wear something other than a recruitment suit! Try pairing a white blouse with a jacket.
In salons with a strong subculture feel, casual attire is often required. We recommend a theme that matches the salon's concept and has a collar .

Nail

In a nail technician interview, wearing nails often makes a better impression !
・Natural nails (roots) are not long enough to be visible
・Nails with an atmosphere that matches the concept of the store
Be conscious of this.

Outfit no-go❌

Avoid items and ways of showing that give the impression of lacking cleanliness .
Sandals
・Excessive accessories that give off a jingling impression
- Hairstyles that make it difficult to see facial expressions or messy hairstyles

When you can't pass an interview...

Objectively review your language and behavior during the interview

When you film a video of the expected questions and answers, you'll be surprised to see the participants' body movements more than you expected , or their catchphrases.
Look at yourself objectively like this and try to fix any areas that concern you!

Target job openings at major chains and newly opened stores

When hiring a large number of people at once , the chances of being hired inevitably increase.
It's easy to find on recruitment sites , so give it a try!

...It's too much hassle to go through all these tedious steps, and even if you pass, you don't know if it's a good fit! If that sounds like you, there are actually other options besides salons!

⭐️Saturdays and Sundays off OK
⭐️No customer service , no complaint handling
⭐️Fair compensation with no deemed overtime
This is EVERNAIL's greatest strength!

Isn't this just too charming? ✨
We'll introduce you to the details!

EVERNAIL Nail Technician Wanted

EVERNAIL is looking for nail artists to help promote the brand!

Work flexibly with a 24-hour full flex system!

EVERNAIL has a full flexible work system that allows you to work whenever you want !
The number of working days is from 3 days a week. You can decide the number of working days and working hours according to your schedule , so you can work efficiently .

Side jobs allowed

EVERNAIL allows side jobs and other businesses , so it's recommended for those who want to create and sell nail tips themselves or open a nail salon!

A reward system that is directly linked to results makes your efforts visible!

For nail technicians working at nail salons
"My salary doesn't increase even if I improve my skills"
"Long overtime but low pay"
I'm sure there are many people who have this problem.

At EVERNAIL, your salary increases depending on the number of designs you can create and deliveries you make, so your contribution and technical ability are clearly reflected in your salary .
It's great because it suits both those who want to work hard and those who want to work at a relaxed pace!

Fair compensation with no assumed overtime

Did you know that nail tip production is considered home-based work and often pays less than the minimum hourly wage ?
Even if you work at a nail salon , the job information may seem to offer high pay , but in reality, the hourly wage is much lower than you expected due to assumed overtime! The salary during the trial period is very low! This is a common story.

EVERNAIL offers a clear salary structure and also provides overtime pay!
Your hourly wage will not decrease even during the trial period, so you can work with peace of mind.

Improving your technical skills will lead to a career

EVERNAIL is the perfect environment for those who want to improve their technical skills and become independent .
At a salon, if the customer says it's OK, then it's OK, but at EVERNAIL, the chief nail artist carefully checks the design with a professional eye.
At first glance, this may seem strict, but since EVERNAIL's appeal is that it can be used repeatedly , we are thorough in maintaining high standards that will truly satisfy our customers.

In this environment, your technical skills will improve dramatically!
You can also gather information about going independent from experienced nail technicians and those with experience! With the flexibility that only a venture company can offer, your career will steadily flourish as the company grows.

Now offering a 200,000 yen joining bonus

Details such as monthly salary, hourly wage, and benefits may vary depending on the recruitment period. For more information, please see this URL .

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