If this was a movie, this is the part where the ominous music would play. You know, the part where you know something bad is going to happen, even though you’re not quite sure what.We’ll give you a hint about the “what” that’s coming for you. It’s tax season, barber friends. Now you see why we felt …
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General Liability Insurance vs. Professional Liability Insurance: What’s the Difference?
Let’s face it, a conversation about liability insurance is never going to be quite as interesting as the latest fade technique or the new beard oil that you’ve been dying to try. We might be in the insurance game ourselves, but we really do get it–insurance is just not that hot of a topic (especially when …
The Barber Email Marketing Guide
If you’re reading the title of this blog and thinking, “really–email? That’s the secret to marketing success,” know that you’re not the only skeptical barber in the group. Email marketing–for whatever reason–has this reputation of being antiquated and out of touch. But let’s be honest for a second–how much emailing do you do on a daily …
Taming Curly, Tangled, & Unruly Hair: The Ultimate Guide for Barbers
Take it from us–sometimes, the most challenging heads of hair can be the most rewarding. And TBH, you know (probably better than we do) that sometimes, those heads of hair are the curly, tangly, unruly ones.There’s no denying that, when styled and maintained right, thick, curly, and unruly hair can be the most beautiful of all. But …
The Best List of Pomades to Share with Your Clients: A Barbering Exclusive
So, you’re lookin’ to up your recommendation game, huh? There’s a lot of pressure on your shoulders as a barber, but perhaps none quite so substantial as the pressure to have a solid list of suggestions and recommendations when your clients ask.And when it comes to pomades, a list of reliable products that you 100% back …
What is Occurrence-Form Coverage?
By now, you probably know that when it comes to the whole “should barbers have insurance?” question we have very strong opinions. If you’re new to the blog, buckle up, because *spoiler alert* we have very strong opinions on barber liability insurance. Obviously, we’re giving that questions a resounding “Heck yeah!”—but that’s not just because we’re a …
How to Better Support & Celebrate Black-Owned Barbershops
Whether you’re a barber looking to spread the love and support to your fellow barbering community or you’re a consumer who’s ready to be more intentional about the way you support businesses—especially when it comes to barbering—this blog is for you.Supporting and being loyal to black-owned barbershops might be something you already do. If this …
Show Your Barbershop Clients a Little Extra Love This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is coming up, and you know what that means—everybody is thinkin’ about l-o-v-e. Do you know what’s amazing about Valentine’s Day? It’s not just for romantic love, it’s a celebration of love in general—platonic love, familial love, and yep, even customer love. Are you picking up what we’re putting down yet?This holiday is the …
The History of Black Barbershops: The Must-Know Info About Black Barbershops’ Impact on the Industry
Enter February—a short month with a larger-than-life focus, Black History Month. This month doesn’t just celebrate and document the achievements in Black history, it also stands as a fresh reminder that all of us should—now and always—take stock of Black history and the continued engagement of racism throughout history to give context for the present and …
The Best Straight Razors for Barbers: Our Top 5 Recommendations
When it comes to the best barbering tools out there, you better believe every barber (of every skill level) has their very own opinion.So, if you’re just starting out—or you’re on the hunt for a new, reliable straight razor—it can be sort of a tedious process to sort through all the advice and insight. There …