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Persistence Outweighs Resistance

As often as we hear that mentors motivate new professionals, there is no doubt that beginners are also a source of inspiration for many of us seasoned professionals.Last weekend I attended Tucson Fashion Week, a multiple-venue event promoting ...

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Just Say No: Using a Consultation to Compromise with Clients

As a professional, sometimes you know the cut, style or color your client wants won’t necessarily work for their hair type, ease of at-home maintenance or overall look.Brig Van Osten, owner of Play Hair Lounge in Simi Valley, California, ...

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 ...

Paul Mitchell Business Revolution: Advice from John Paul and Michaeline DeJoria

The first Paul Mitchell Business rEvolution conference is underway, focusing on developing salon owners, independent stylists and sales professionals to become successful entrepreneurs and business people.  Taking place in Las Vegas, NV at ...

Lifestyle Tips, Skincare Secrets and New NuGene from Kathy Ireland

She is an uber-famous face-and body-but Kathy Ireland long ago illustrated that her good looks are matched by equally good brains. The model, actress and author launched her brand kathy ireland Worldwide in 1993 and since then she has been ...

10 Simple Tips for Successful Event Exhibiting

10 Simple Tips for Successful Event Exhibiting Arrive early: Put up your booth so you can relax until the floor opens. Don’t come an hour before set-up ends and put a banner up; this is your time to make an impact.Utilize the event ...

New Career Options for the Newly Licensed Salon Professional

Carlos gets shaped up and chats with a popular stylist, Rick Ramirez, of 977Hair, about  options in today’s job market for newly licensed salon ...

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 Do-Over: What I Would Have Done Differently with Jessica Soler of Salon Red

At some point in their careeer, everyone would love the a do-over--a second chance to say what they meant or act with the wisdom they acquire later.  We asked the question: If you had the opportunity to change a decision you’ve made ...

Career Do-Over: What I Would Have Done Differently with Kim Vō

At some point in their careeer, everyone would love the a do-over--a second chance to say what they meant or act with the wisdom they acquire later.  We asked the question: If you had the opportunity to change a decision you’ve made ...