Rich in tradition and specialized in skill, barbering is a diverse and engaging industry. From the skillset and training it takes to perfect various techniques to the social hub function of a barber shop within a community, there’s no shortage of rewarding challenges for a barber to tackle. To build a truly inclusive and well-rounded barbering …
However, more and more barbers are turning to e-commerce to expand their businesses. Selling products online allows you to reach more potential buyers, creates convenience for customers, and establishes an additional revenue stream for your business. The question is, how do you approach e-commerce integration in a streamlined way? Key Takeaways: Businesses that want to embrace …
February marks one of the most important, both cultural and historical, and significant months of the year– Black History Month. Best defined, Black History Month is a yearly recognition and celebration of the achievements accomplished by Black Americans and their integral and central role in U.S. history. This celebration has grown over the years. Initially recognized …
As demanding as the barbering world can be, it is also a career path ripe with potential and brimming with possibilities. In many ways, you can forge your own path and choose the direction you wish for your career to take. If mobility is a priority for you, barbering can grant you the ability to travel …
If you’re a barber at the top of their game, you know what success feels like. Whether it’s acing your education, cutting the ribbon on your first barber shop, opening a third location, or simply mastering a new technique, you are familiar with the joy of accomplishment. For some, the list above probably covers their primary …
Winter Business Tips to Cut Costs in Your ShopWhether you’re a big fan of the winter or find the weather disagreeable, the demands of the season differ greatly from the rest of the year. If you’re not careful, your barbering biz could suffer from cold weather mistakes, excessive heating bills, and lost products. Thankfully, you can …
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock (or a pile of hair clippings), you’re at least vaguely familiar with the advent of artificial intelligence in the last two years. Tools like ChatGPT have taken the world by storm, proving exceptionally valuable while raising serious questions about the future. As polarizing as AI tools are, there’s no …
With the holidays winding down and 2023 soon to be fading in the rearview mirror, it’s time to turn your attention to the new year and all the glorious potential it holds. As a barber and entrepreneurial-minded individual, your mind no doubt drifts to the many exciting ways you can grow your business and flex …
Barbering is a unique industry built on relationships. While many other businesses embrace this mindset in terms of their dynamic with their customers, barbers have the rare opportunity to live it every day.Not a day goes by when you are not interacting with clients, building your community, and being directly involved in the relationships that …
Barbering is a multifaceted industry full of innovation, continued learning, and exciting opportunities to connect with clients and fellow professionals. From refining your skills to flexing your creative muscles, being a barber allows you to challenge yourself and explore new paths within the context of your career. One area where you can do a deep dive …
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