Did you know the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects our industry will grow 19% over the next nine years? Meaning our industry is about to get a lot more crowded…but that doesn’t mean you can’t still achieve the success you crave!
First step? Get into the mindset of a successful hair stylist!
Today, we’re going to dive deep into our top four success tips to be a better hair stylist!
Tip #1 Build Your Confidence
We know it’s hard to show up fully confident behind the chair, but we’ll be honest…it’s a game changing secret to becoming a successful stylist.
First, name the areas you don’t feel confident in. Is it guest experience? Social media?
Next, create scripts to make you feel more comfortable and practice. If you stumble telling a client their total, write down verbiage to make it easier. If you aren’t sure how to sell retail, practice telling your clients why ABC product is the best fit for them.
If you want to level up your confidence even further, make sure you’re wearing clothes that make you feel good. Yes, it might seem absolutely superficial, but think about it: how much better do you feel walking into the salon in that outfit that makes you feel like a million bucks versus that old shirt that just doesn’t fit right in the arms?
Looking good can help you feel good, and feeling good can make you more confident with your guests.
Tip #2 Create Success Habits
Success doesn’t come from luck. It comes from consistently showing up every single day and putting in the work. But so many of us struggle to achieve the success we crave because we have bad habits and success barriers blocking us from moving forward.
Breaking those success barriers is key to becoming a successful hair stylist…but how?
Become consistent.
Creating consistent habits in your life and business allows you to make space for that success.
So make regular time on your calendar to check social media. Book time to work on your business (not just in it) and update your finances.
We’re going to dig so much deeper into how stylists can create the ultimate success habits during Thrivers Live 2022! If you aren’t already a Thriver, click here to join and get your ticket to Thrivers Live!
Tip #3 Shed what doesn’t work
One of the most dangerous phrases in any business is, “Well, we’ve always done it this way.” If something is not working in your business, whether or not it’s the way you’ve always done it, you have to let it go.
Business shifts constantly and to be a successful stylist, you have to be willing to pivot and get rid of what no longer works.
Write out everything that is missing, broken, or confusing in your business. Are these things worth fixing or are they holding you back from success?
Tip #4 Remove existing success barriers
Be honest: what is holding you back from the success you crave?
Chances are something in your business is not working the way it should. Maybe it’s your mindset, your guest experience, your finances. Make a list of all the things that feel like they’re holding you back from success. Don’t judge or beat yourself up about this list. Making these changes is the first step to achieving success as a hair stylist.
Next, take a look at your list. What can you shift or get out of your way to make the path to success so much easier?
Applying these tips to your business can not only help you become a successful stylist fast, but it will help you stand out in the next decade and draw your target market clients into your chair.
If you want to dig deeper into tips on how to become a successful hair stylist, join us at Thrivers Society Live to hear Britt Seva dig deep into exactly this during her keynotes! Already a Thriver? Click here to grab your ticket before they sell out! Not a Thriver yet? No worries! Head to www.thrivingstylist.com/thriverssociety to join the industry’s top business-building community and save your seat at Thrivers Live!
