Business Building

Academy Legends: Alumni Whitney Wade

April 30, 2020

Our next installment of Academy Legends comes to you from alumni Whitney Wade of CoxHealth Med Spa. Whitney graduated from our esthetics program 4 years ago. She’s spent the last two years in the plastic surgery department CoxHealth. Not only does Whitney get to grow as an aesthetician, but she also uses her keen business…

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10 Steps to Success in the Beauty and Barbering Industry

June 3, 2019

1. Pick the school that’s the best fit for you. Picking the school that best fits you and your needs is vital. Do your research! Look into each school in your area, this includes their website, social media, blogs, and alumni. Tour every school as well. While you can get a good idea of what…

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Thinking Of Becoming A Traveling Stylist? Here’s What You Need To Know

May 1, 2019

If you’re thinking about becoming a hairstylist but are having second thoughts about spending all day in a salon, here’s some good news—it’s possible to combine your love of traveling with your craft. Choosing to run a mobile hairdressing business gives you more freedom and flexibility. This is extremely important if you aspire to become…

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Personality Traits of Successful Stylists

April 5, 2019

Contributing writer, Kylee Davis, examines the personality traits needed to be successful in the beauty and barbering industry. Hairdressers came in fifth in a survey of the most (and least) trustworthy professions, in a recent survey by Veracity Index. The only professions that topped them were doctors, teachers, judges, and scientists – pretty good company to…

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5 Questions to Ask at Your Tour

April 1, 2019

The first step to getting started with us is to come in for a tour. You get to walk around the campus, meet students and educators, and get a feel for the Academy culture. Our campus recruiter will discuss your chosen program, tuition cost, scheduling, and answer any questions you may have. In all the…

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Your Next, Best Barber Request

February 22, 2019

Overview Looking for the best men’s haircut to change up your look? If you are ready for a new hairstyle but you aren’t sure where to start, there are a few things you will want to consider. Of these, your hair type and texture are important, as is the amount of maintenance and the products…

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How Social Media Builds Community (And Why We Love It)

November 12, 2018

At its best, social media is a valuable tool that connects people from around the globe. It forms tight-knit communities over a common interest or experience. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter empower people and brands to create content and share ideas. At Academy of Hair Design, we are blessed with the opportunity to add our…

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Building Clientele

August 4, 2016

Did you know marketing to your current clientele is a less expensive and highly effective form of advertising? These simple steps will lead to better guest retention, higher retails sales, as well as more referrals coming your way. • PERSONAL CONNECTION Listen to your guest. Make eye contact, address them by their first name, ask…

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