Are You a Hobby Hairstylist or Salon Professional?

It's time to look in the mirror and see who you really are. Are you just dabbling in hairdressing as a hobby, are you a true professional? Let's find out!

1.When you think of your tools, do you...

• A) See a pair of craft scissors and a box dye kit.
• B) Boast of top-notch shears and high-quality salon products.
• C) Consider your claws your best styling tools.

2. Your favorite hairstyle experimentation spot is...

• A) Your kitchen, where friends and family serve as willing guinea pigs.
• B) The salon, equipped with all the necessary facilities.
• C) Wherever the sun is shining and heating up the surroundings.

3. How about training? Do you...

• A) Rely on TikTok and Brad Mondo tutorials and learn by trial and error.
• B) Attend workshops, classes, and keep up with business education.
• C) Learn everything by pretending to be a statue and watch others.

4. Your approach to hairdressing is...

• A) A fun hobby and a chance to experiment.
• B) A profession that you respect and are passionate about.
• C) What's hair?

5. Where do you source your materials?

• A) The Grocery Store, where else?
• B) Have a dedicated supplier for high-quality hair products.
• C) Use whatever you find in the desert.

6. When someone asks about your career, do you say...

 
• A) "It's just for fun!".
• B) "I'm a professional hairstylist".
• C) "I'm a professional sunbather".

Tally your answers, and let's see who you really are!

• Mostly As: You're an adventurous Hobby Hairstylist! You love the thrill of experimentation and creativity. But isn't it time you took your passion to the next level?
  
  
• Mostly Bs: Congratulations! You're a Professional! You understand that hairdressing is more than just a hobby; it's a respected career. Keep nurturing your passion and professional growth!
  
  
• Mostly Cs: Well, well, well... Turns out you're not a hairdresser at all. You're a lizard! Perhaps it's time to switch from sunbathing to salon appointments?
  
  
  

So, where do you stand? Are you tired of not treating yourself like a professional? Destroy the Hairdresser is here for you. We're not just a coaching company, we're a movement that propels salon owners and hairstylists like you from hobbyists (or lizards) to entrepreneurs.

Why settle for less when you can strive for more? Why not transform your mindset and actions?

With Destroy the Hairdresser, you'll get monthly 1:1 coaching, continuous support, and strategies to thrive in the competitive hairdressing industry. This isn't just a decision, it's a commitment to your growth, innovation, and excellence.

Are you ready to take the leap? Your future is waiting. Sign up here for a discovery call.

Blog by Christen Barrs, the owner of Good Hair Collective. Do not worry, she’s not a lizard! She’s one of the coaches for Destroy the Hairdresser, helping salon owners change their business and their lives.