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The Questions Every Stylist Should Ask at a Salon Interview

Besides trying to impress the owner, it’s important to choose a salon that has a culture that aligns with who you are. Often, we spend more time at work than at home, so it’s important you choose a “work home” where you feel comfortable, where you feel supported, and where you feel like you have opportunity to grow and learn. These questions will arm you with answers to help make your decision.

#IBELONG In Beauty: This Pro Chose The Salon by InStyle for the Love of Family

When Kathy Oliver was working on her master’s degree, she decided to write her thesis on the JCPenney organization. “I learned this is a multi-billion-dollar business,” she laughs, “and I wondered what part of that pie could be for me?"

JCPenney Unveils Reimagined Penney’s Store and Looks to Expand its Family of Beauty Pros

The 117-year-old retailer launches its one-of-a-kind brand-defining store in Hurst, TX, as a direct result of customer insights. And as a chain, JCPenney looks to add 1,000+ new stylists to its family of beauty professionals.

#IBELONG In Beauty: This Stylist Found Flexibility and Security in Her Career

Connie Holmes has done it all—stylist, salon owner, manager, educator, platform artist, artistic director. But sometimes the unexpected happens.

#IBELONG In Beauty: This Pro Found a Salon Family That Takes Care of Her Family

When Melissa Wendt moved to a new city, she needed job security and a fresh start for herself and her two kids. She found all of that and more at The Salon by InStyle inside JCPenney.

What A Salon Assistant Does and How Assisting Can Propel Your Career

Moving from mannequin heads to real-live talking heads can be a massive transition, and serving as a salon assistant can help make the transition a smooth one. So, why should you consider being a salon assistant and how can assisting help your career? Read on to find out.

#IBELONG In Beauty: Aneesha Nichols’ Career Advice? Go Where You Can Grow

When Aneesha Nichols started her career, JCPenney was the place to be. There, she built a clientele and realized her dream of becoming a platform artist. Today, she’s the manager of the Salon by InStyle in Langhorne, PA and proud to be a member of the JCPenney family.

#IBELONG In Beauty: How Christine Butcher Found the Best of All Worlds

Christine Butcher was looking for the benefits of employment and the freedom of being a solo artist. At the Salon by InStyle, she found both!

#IBELONG In Beauty: How Alyson Reck Found Her Family-Friendly Fit

Alyson Reck wanted a salon that understands her family is a priority and she found that at The Salon By InStyle.

Is Being a Hairstylist a Low-Stress Job?

Depending on your clientele, salon culture and overall job satisfaction, adjectives used to describe your job as a hairstylist typically fall into the positive category. But would you agree that being a hairstylist is one of the least stressful jobs out there? According to a recent report, hairstylists rank as the second-least stressful job.