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Are you uninspired at your salon? That's the topic we're covering in this week's episode.
Why do hair pros stay where they're not happy? (This isn't just our industry but a problem most will face at least once in their career.)
- Most people will stay at a job they’re not happy with because at least it’s familiar. Change is scary.
- Influenced to stay put by family.
- Embarrassed by client comments.
- Pressure from salty owners.
Reasons hair pros may feel uninspired:
- Many people feel loyalty to the salon owner and take on responsibilities that are not there’s. And bad owners eat it up!
- Culture breakdown.
- You've been lied to.
- Treated poorly.
- Feel unappreciated.
- Drama and bad colleagues.
- Not seeing opportunities.
- Not feeling challenged.
- Everything is always the same: no novelty.
- Fake support from leadership.
- Forced to focus on things they aren’t interested in.
- No foundations: core values, mission, vision.
- Changes are always "coming soon."
- Not feeling successful.
How to break the cycle and find a salon you can thrive in!
- Have a real convo with yourself to figure out if it’s you.
- What does your perfect day look like? It's important to do this exercise.
- Understand that it’s ok to leave somewhere.
- Finding your fit may take a few places, but that's OK.
- Shadow if appropriate. We get it; the industry can be catty.
- Get a service at a salon you may be interested in to feel it out.
- Ask friends who are hair pros at other salons.
- When you decide to take an interview, make sure I’m you’re interviewing the owner. Don’t be afraid to dive deep! They should be happy to answer any questions you have.
At the end of the day, you don't owe anything to anyone but yourself. Do what you need to do and be where you choose to be.
Reach out if you'd like to chat. We're here to help!
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