News from the Board Room
 The new AACS President, Don Yearwood, has a short video message for the membership. Click here to see it now! In addition, right before Don was sworn in as the new President at the AACS Annual Convention & Expo, Immediate Past President Christine Gordon gave a heartfelt farewell speech following a tribute video to her three years as the AACS President. To see the tribute video for Christine, click here.
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Junior Style Stars Contest: Deadline on Saturday
The Junior Style Stars Contest is open to all current students and the competition closes November 30. Entrants have to style a mannequin based on this year’s requirements and upload photos. The first place winner will receive $5,000 cash and other prizes include entry to top industry events, gift sets and a day with a professional mentor. To learn more, click here.
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Nationwide Specialized Teacher Training
- Kansas City, MO (January 27-28)
- Atlanta, GA (February 24-25)
- Denver, CO (March 17-18)
- Philadelphia, PA (April 14-15)
- Chicago, IL (May 19-20)
These sessions will inspire you to be the best teacher you can be, while offering tips on engaging students, teaching to a new generation and overcoming obstacles with your staff and students. The cost to attend is $149/person. For more information on these CEA Regional Events, click here.
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Spring Operations Conference
 Mark your calendars for the next AACS event, which will take place in Phoenix, Arizona, May 2–5, 2014. The Spring Operations Conference will include educational sessions for school owners, directors, compliance, financial aid and admissions staff. To learn more about upcoming AACS events, visit www.beautyschools.org.
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No Mo’ Movember
 Guys around the nation have been sporting beards this month to raise awareness of men’s health. With December arriving this weekend, offer men in your community a special promotion on barbering services, or donate proceeds to a local hospital in support of men’s health services.
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12 Days of Beauty
 Need help coming up with social media content during the hectic holiday season? Why not relieve the stress of coming up with daily messages by offering a 12 Days of Beauty promotion? Use your school’s social media pages to tweet, post and blog special offers for a dozen different beauty services such as haircut, highlights, color and consult, makeup, holiday up-do, deep conditioning treatment, barbering services, facials, manicure, pedicure, waxing, massage and more.
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Are You a Likable Leader?
 Although some of the great leaders of our time don’t exactly have a reputation of being "likable" (ahem—Steve Jobs), many experts see a direct correlation between strong leadership and likability. Read this article on Forbes.com which explains ways to become a more likable leader, and perhaps you’ll find your staff not only appreciating you more, but being more honest and respectful.
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