Don't Make These Hairdressing Mistakes!

By Lauren Salapatek | 08/27/2010 2:37:57 PM

 

Sometimes little common mistakes can jeopardize your career and earning potential. Make sure you avoid them at all costs. Jon Gonzales, the president and founder of Hairdresser Career Development Systems provided MODERN with some common Hairdresser Mistakes to Avoid. Here’s some of his advice:

Crossing Off On Your Appointment Book: Do not cross off time on your appointment book and limit your availability for customers. Create a structured work schedule for yourself and stay in your salon. You never know when a client may drop in for a last minute appointment.

Not Asking For Feedback: This can hinder your ability to reach your highest potential. Use constructive criticism as an invitation to perfect your skills, let your clients know you appreciate their opinions and views.

Looking Unprofessional: You’re in the business of making others feel good and look good. From the viewpoint of your customers, if you look good, you will know how to make them look good too.

Handling Customer Procedures Poorly: Greet your customer, smile, and make a positive impression if they are a newbie. Use your communication and people skills to really make your personality shine.

 

 

 

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lauren Salapatek

Lauren Salapatek LAUREN SALAPATEK, ASSOCIATE EDITOR FOR MODERN SALON/SALON TODAY/FIRST CHAIR

Since January 2010, Lauren has worked at Modern Salon Media covering salon style, product and beauty trends, business editorial and more for both print and online content.

For MODERN SALON magazine, she compiles the Style Watch, Priority Male, Proview, Ask the Experts, Product Spotlight, Modern Salon Learning and Goods. For MODERNSALON.COM, Lauren handles posting blogs and articles, the Products section, and she frequently writes product reviews.

For SALON TODAY, she generates most of the Check In section: Service Spotlight, Action Graph, Marketing and Products. Lauren also generates content targeted at a student audience for FIRST CHAIR. Check out her blog and photography at: modernsalon.com/blogs/editors/lauren-salapatek.

 


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