KEY TAKEAWAYS: Getting customers in your chair is half the battle, getting them to stick around for some beneficial—and revenue-boosting—additional services is another battle entirely. Read on for our top-rated industry pro tips on how to make it happen!*Last updated on 11/19/2024Don’t get us wrong, there are some must-have staple services that you should always …
Category: Business
Additional Insured Options & Why Every Barber Should Consider Them
It’s no secret that, when it comes to the world of barbering blog topics, insurance isn’t usually high up on the list of the most interesting subject matter. The purpose of this blog is primarily to offer you serious career advice that can help you take your barbering biz to the next level—and in our honest …
Barbershops VS Hair Salons: What’s the Difference?
It’s no secret that in the world of cosmetology, there’s a lot of overlap. Stylists and cosmetologists might dabble in the world of barbering and barbers might dabble in the world of cosmetology. Overall, it’s no big deal if these two unique but similar worlds mix and mingle a little bit. After all, that’s the fun …
Choosing the Best Barber Chair: Everything You Need to Know About Picking the Perfect Chair
Barber school? Easy. Opening up your own shop? Piece of cake.Racking up a list of clients who love you and think you’re the universe’s gift to barbering? Psh, that was simple for you, too.Choosing the perfect barber chair? Yeah, that’s actually a lot harder than you probably thought, isn’t it?It’s no secret that choosing the right …
The Must-Know Tips to Market Your New Barbershop
The shop is clean. That fresh product is lining the back bar. The playlists have been made. The shop brooms are prepared. The shears have been sharpened. You’re ready—scratch that, you’re more than ready—to kick off the first day of the barbershop dream you’ve had for who knows how long.There’s just one problem—you gotta market …
Where Did the Barber Pole Come From?
That swirling red, white, and blue pole—as a barber, you’re probably all too familiar with the legacy symbol. Whether your shop has one proudly hanging in its doorway or you’re used to seeing them in other shops, it’s probably no surprise to you that this iconic décor means one thing very clearly—a barber works here. But …
How to Prep for a Successful Holiday Season as a Barber
KEY TAKEAWAYS: It’s time to get ready to make this holiday season the most jolly AND successful one yet! With a few of our expert’s top pro tips, you can help turn your usual holiday-season hustle into a streamlined, successful season in the shop or salon!*This blog was updated on 11/05/2024 Hoping for a holly …
Do Barbers Need Insurance to Cut Hair? What Every Barber Should Know About Insurance
If you’re a barber—or thinking about becoming one—you’re likely running through a list of burning questions about this career choice. Is it profitable? Does this career have longevity? How much of an investment is this career choice? What do I need to make sure I’m doing this right?And at some point on this list of frequently …
The Must-Know Men’s Fall Cuts & Styles You Don’t Want to Miss
A Barber’s Guide to 2021 Fall Cuts Barbers, we have one very cliched thing to say to you—it’s fall, y’all. Listen up, you know as well as we do that fashion, trends, and styles are seasonal. The close buzzcuts and carefully cropped beards of summer are out for now and the wonderful Autumnal goodness of Fall …
The Top 5 Things to Know About Opening a Barbershop
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Thinking about opening your own barbershop? Deciding to invest in your dream business is a big deal, and while it’s not easy, it’s absolutely worth it if you love what you do. In this blog, we’re sharing essential tips that can set you up for success. So, buckle up, stay focused, and let’s get …










