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Career|Articles|Sep 24, 2015

When Less is More

I was traveling last week, and when I was flipping through the channels in the hotel I came upon the movie 300. I had seen the movie years ago, sort of by accident at a friend’s house, but I was not really paying attention to it. This time ...

Career|Articles|Sep 14, 2015

The Magic Behind Hair Fibers

One of my favorite products that I tell all my clients about is hair fiber. I have to say I’m obsessed with it! I personally use it with my extensions to give myself fuller thicker hair. There are so many different brands and  types ...

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Career|Articles|Aug 31, 2015

Sharing Ideas

As I sit here in another very nice hotel, I need to log into the Internet and realize I don't even know my room number…even though I seemed to have gotten myself here.  I also realize how lucky I am and what an honor it is to be ...

Career|Articles|Aug 27, 2015

You Can Do It

I share with you a closing statement I wrote for cosmetology students at the Taylor Andrews Academy in Salt Lake City, UT. You Can Do ItA wonderful world awaits youEach client is your master teacher  Each person polishes off your lifeLeaves ...

Style|Articles|Jul 30, 2015

Hot Weather Grooming Tips for Men

The heat is on.Here are my ClipperGuy top 5 tips for guy grooming for summer.  1.      Wear a hat, use sunscreen - The sun beats down hard and hot this time of year.  Wear a hat as an important part of sun ...

Career|Articles|Jul 30, 2015

The Golden Ticket

Throughout my career, salon professionals often ask me for advice on how to be a platform artist who also teaches and gets to do editorial work too, while also being able to work in the salon!! And, I always  joke with them that they want ...

Career|Articles|Jul 27, 2015

Wearing Tape-in Extensions

Even though I have applied tape-in extensions on my clients in the past, I have never had the chance to wear them myself. A few months ago I was able to try them out and I LOVE them! I believe that trying products out on yourself is the best way ...

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Career|Articles|Jul 10, 2015

Share Toys and Play Well With Others

When faced with adversity in the salon, telling others how to behave is a knee jerk reaction that backfires. It’s best to keep cool. I know, easier said than done when someone hurls a real stinger at you. I made a breakthrough when I ...

Career|Articles|Jun 26, 2015

Investment vs. Expense

There is a systemic problem in our industry, and honestly much of our society at this point, but it always seems to be prevalent in our industry. Whenever it seems we need something to better ourselves, buy new tools or if an unexpected expense ...

Career|Articles|Jun 14, 2015

The Social Flip

The social flipSocial media is a great way to connect with current and potential clients.Try flipping your social strategy for a powerful bump in exposure.Put down your phone.  Stop taking pictures of client haircuts with your phone.  ...

Career|Articles|May 29, 2015

Say "Yes" to Being an Assistant

The luckiest thing that could happen to you as a new salon professional, aside from winning millions in the lottery, is to assist a successful salon professional.Watch the video below where MODERN SALON blogger Carlos Valenzuela talks about the ...

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