Key Takeaways: Caring for beards as a barber is a skill that, when added to your repertoire, can elevate your barber business and provide your clients with the overall look they desire. Beard care and beard extensions are nuanced crafts, and the following tips will help you on your journey to mastering all types of …
As a barber, you exist at an interesting crossroads. Your career is based on skill. Creativity, keeping up with trends, and (of course) making money to support your family. That’s a lot of factors to consider when cutting hair and planning the next step in your barbering career! Thankfully, it is easier than ever to juggle …
Barbering is an interesting profession in that it grants your tremendous creative liberty and career flexibility. You can develop your style, embrace your unique personality, and even approach your workspace in a number of ways. From opening your own shop to investing in a mobile hair shop, a la the food truck format, there is …
If you are someone who enjoys expanding your knowledge and skill set, especially in a professional setting, you’ve come to the right place. There’s something innately rewarding about learning new skills and refining those you already have.The personal growth alone is enough motivation for many people, but if you’re looking for more reasons to continue …
Technology has inundated nearly every aspect of life and society. From the supercomputer in your pocket to the way we create and maintain relationships, much of the world has moved to a digital space or been heavily influenced by technological innovation in some form. This trend is reflected in business, as well. From tech startups taking …
There comes a time in the lives of many successful businesses when changes must be made in order for the success to continue. From expanding your operation and adding a second location to rethinking your digital identity and marketing, your barbershop is no exception to this rule—sometimes, you have to mix things up to see …
Barbers have a unique opportunity to pursue their passion and do what they love while also making a living. In many ways, it’s the dream that most people dream of achieving—doing what they enjoy for work. That doesn’t mean it’s easy, though. You still have to prioritize your livelihood by maximizing the money you can …
Like any profession, barbering comes with risks. Every day, you put your livelihood on the line, trusting in your skills and hard work to build a career. The time spent honing your craft and paying for education was a calculated risk, as well. So, too, are the investments you make in the tools of your …
The time has come to celebrate fathers and father figures and to appreciate the dads out there who have made significant impacts in their children’s lives and in society as a whole. There is no shortage of inspiring tales of fathers stepping up and making a difference—it’s a beautiful thing to hear about and an …
The beauty of June is finally upon us–summer days, warm rays of sunshine, hot-weather activities, and above all, glorious Pride Month! We know we’re hyped to welcome Pride Month this year (just like every other year), so we imagine all you barbers out there are feeling that excitement, too. Each year, it’s fun to figure out …
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