How to be a professional?

Problem #1: YOU ARE STRUGGLING TO GET NEW CLIENTS IN YOUR CHAIR.

Solution #1: SELL YOURSELF. Every chance and moment you have is about marketing who you are, what you do & how well you do it. You must look at every opportunity with a client or non-client as a clear path to sell yourself. Your #1 job, 24/7 around the clock is to market who you are, what you do & how you do it.

Problem #2: I CAN’T AFFORD THE EXPENSIVE EDUCATION CLASSES.

Solution#2: START SMALL. You may ask, what do you mean? Think of this: Every self-investment you make, regardless if you pay or not, will contribute to your growth. Wella Global Artist, Aubrey Loots said, “Education is the centerpiece for continued success and growth. There is enough free education to learn from. Take this simple effective strategy to online video education. 1. Gain Knowledge 2. Perfect Technique 3. Execute Success Plan use on clients.

Problem #3: FINDING THE RIGHT SALON

Solution #3: LEARN STRUCTURE FROM THE START. Find a salon that is built around education and structure. Education and structure help to keep you accountable for continued growth. If you feel alone in a salon or feel like you don’t have a strong support system, the future possibility of success will start to decay. A structured salon usually has mentors, leaders, educators and team associated with it. Get into a salon that supports your goals and challenges you to become better.

Problem #4: SHOULD I DO COMMISSION OR BOOTH RENTAL

Solution #4: KNOW YOUR CHARACTER. You must have a clear idea what you are looking to achieve. For me, I always enjoyed being part of a team. Ideas and teamwork is a daily activity that fueled my growth.

Problem #5: FEELING FRUSTRATED AND UNACCOMPLISHED

Solution #5: MOTIVATION SPEECHES, BOOKS, QUOTES, GOALS. Yes! In that order. Shift a few things around and spring back into action.