Start of Your Career
Starting a career as a barber can be exciting and fulfilling. Here are a few steps that can help you get started in the barbering profession:
Take a Course or Training
Before you begin working as a barber, it’s essential to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge. There are various courses and academies, such as RB ACADEMY, a qualified school for traditional, classic, as well as modern and trendy men’s haircuts and beard trimming, which will help you gain the required skills in the highest standards of the barbering craft.
Obtain a License
In some countries, a license may be required to perform barbering services. Make sure to check whether a license is required in your area and what the requirements are for obtaining it. Even if it’s not required, we still recommend gaining as much qualified feedback and methods as possible in your early experiences. Every barber eventually finds their own style and techniques that suit them best.
Start Practicing
Once youâve acquired the necessary skills, you can start offering your services. You could begin by working as an assistant in an existing barbershop and observe as much as you can. Once you feel confident in your work, find a job in a barbershop that aligns with your style. If you donât feel comfortable in a new environment from the start, consider whether there’s a better fit elsewhere.
Build Your Clientele
For a barber to be successful, having a stable clientele is essential. Be approachable, willing, reliable, and make sure your clients leave satisfied. Always strive to do your best work, and success will follow naturally.
Keep Learning
Being a barber is a field where continuous improvement and learning new trends and techniques are important. Stay updated with industry news and be open to new things. Today’s digital age also allows access to great content, such as social media, and you can follow our work for inspiration on Instagram @realbarber.jh.
Expand Your Skills
Besides classic shaving techniques like the Hot Towel, you can learn other techniques for shaving beards, such as using hot steam. You can also explore hairstyles, beard care, beard trimming, and modern barber trends.
Build Your Reputation
Satisfied customers will be your best advertisement. It’s often said that each satisfied customer brings in another. Offer high-quality services and build a solid reputation, and youâll naturally build a strong client base. Remember, the beginning can be challenging and even demotivating at times, but with hard work and dedication, you can achieve success in any field. Good luck!