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Limitless Learning: Inspiration, Education and Collaboration

I never realized how limitless a career in beauty could be until I experienced advanced education classes. In addition to incredible hands-on education, I often discovered my biggest takeaway was from what I learned from other students in the class—whether a seasoned professional or new grad like me. I’d watch the way they wrap hair around an iron, how they cross-check a cut, or perform their personal consultation process.

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A Day in the Life of a Successful New Stylist

First Chair profiles three new talent success stories as part of our ongoing “A Day in the Life...” series. Their customer-service skills, professionalism and passion for the industry helped them successfully make the clinic-to-salon transition in three years or less. Read how Kelsey, Casey and Taylor make the most out of their careers.

Meet the 2012 Spread the Love Winners

Meet the Spread the Love winners! MODERN SALON and First Chair were given the tremendous honor to be a part of the Matrix judging panel that picked 2012's Spread the Love group. Each of the 20 finalists would have made an incredible addition to the team but, in the end, only six could be chosen.

241 Hours to Go!

Someone once told me, beauty school students don't think in terms of weeks or days—they think in terms of hours... and, when you're 241 hours away from graduation, I've found that this statement couldn't be more true! That's right, guys. I'm 241 hours away from being a licensed cosmetologist (given that I, hopefully, pass my state boards!)! It's been such an incredible journey. I remember my first day—I was so nervous/excited/anxious to get going. I remember sitting in the classroom, looking around at all the strangers... never did I imagine that I would grow SO close to this group of people, and I had no idea how much I would learn!

7 Tips from the Top for Cosmetology Students

Since this is a forever-changing industry, you need to be able to keep up with the techniques for cut and color. We are fashion interpreters and need to know not only what’s happening in hair today, but tomorrow and beyond. Even if you don’t like what’s happening in hair at the time, you have to be in the know because your clients may come in and ask for it. Hairdressers thrive on inspiration. If we don’t feel challenged, we become complacent and then boredom sets in. It’s important to always find something fresh to motivate you and keep you going throughout your career.

Interviewing 101: Make a Lasting Impression

So you’ve got an interview coming up, but you feel unprepared. You’re not sure what to wear, say or bring with you. Have no worries because FIRST CHAIR is going to tell you everything you need to know on getting prepared, shining in your interview and scoring the job of your dreams!

How to choose the right salon for your first salon job

Industry icon Vivienne Mackinder offers new cosmetologists advice on choosing a salon that will keep you motivated.