With so many heads of hair in the world, we need a steady stream of good barbers to keep us from all looking like cavemen. Therefore, much like coffeeshops, you are never too far away from a barbershop. But what makes a good barber?
What Makes A Good Barber?
One of the essential qualities that an employer would look for in good barbers is experience. But if we view barbering from an artistic standpoint, creative flair is also an essential. Natural talent should never be overlooked and ruled out in favour of experience; but in the same breath, there are some things that cannot be taught and only come with experience.
Creative Flair
As mentioned above, creativity in barbering leads to styles that stand out. For the creative mind, foresight and vision is the key to producing outstanding work. Whilst barbering may seem fairly routine, the ability to use different techniques and cuts to create new looks will keep you ahead in the game.
Technical Skill
Technical skill can be taught, mastering it takes experience, calling on it can be channelled through creativity. In barbering, there are lots of different techniques used to produce the various looks that hairstyles are composed of. Learning and mastering them is the key to efficient and creative cutting and styling.
Experience
Every head of hair is different. There will be many like it, but we are all individuals, inside and out. Through experience, a barber learns how to tackle problems. When a challenge presents itself, thinking outside the box helps you overcome the dilemma. Drawing on your experience guides you towards the light, or your scissor around the ear, as it were.
Personable & Easy to Talk to
Visiting a barber is quite a personal experience. It’s not often that we allow strangers or acquaintances into our personal space, so when you visit the barbershop, your barber should be good at making you feel at ease.
An ability to make conversation goes a long way, this also helps when understanding your requirements. Asking the right questions will ensure your client will get the haircut you require.
Clean and Presentable
Last but not least, is keeping your space and shop clean and free of clutter. A good barber will clean as they go. Making time in between clients to sweep up, wipe down and refill shows you are respectful of both your space and your clients.
If you are looking to further your career in barbering, we’d love to hear from you. Chaps & Co. employ barbers from all over the world, to ensure we bring as much talent and shared knowledge to the service we provide at our hair salon. If you think you have what it takes, you can get in touch through this link.
If you’d like to make an appointment with one of our barbers or beard stylists, you can book in here.
As always, remember to #KeepItHandsome
With so many heads of hair in the world, we need a steady stream of good barbers to keep us from all looking like cavemen. Therefore, much like coffeeshops, you are never too far away from a barbershop. But what makes a good barber?
What Makes A Good Barber?
One of the essential qualities that an employer would look for in good barbers is experience. But if we view barbering from an artistic standpoint, creative flair is also an essential. Natural talent should never be overlooked and ruled out in favour of experience; but in the same breath, there are some things that cannot be taught and only come with experience.
Creative Flair
As mentioned above, creativity in barbering leads to styles that stand out. For the creative mind, foresight and vision is the key to producing outstanding work. Whilst barbering may seem fairly routine, the ability to use different techniques and cuts to create new looks will keep you ahead in the game.
Technical Skill
Technical skill can be taught, mastering it takes experience, calling on it can be channelled through creativity. In barbering, there are lots of different techniques used to produce the various looks that hairstyles are composed of. Learning and mastering them is the key to efficient and creative cutting and styling.
Experience
Every head of hair is different. There will be many like it, but we are all individuals, inside and out. Through experience, a barber learns how to tackle problems. When a challenge presents itself, thinking outside the box helps you overcome the dilemma. Drawing on your experience guides you towards the light, or your scissor around the ear, as it were.
Personable & Easy to Talk to
Visiting a barber is quite a personal experience. It’s not often that we allow strangers or acquaintances into our personal space, so when you visit the barbershop, your barber should be good at making you feel at ease.
An ability to make conversation goes a long way, this also helps when understanding your requirements. Asking the right questions will ensure your client will get the haircut you require.
Clean and Presentable
Last but not least, is keeping your space and shop clean and free of clutter. A good barber will clean as they go. Making time in between clients to sweep up, wipe down and refill shows you are respectful of both your space and your clients.
If you are looking to further your career in barbering, we’d love to hear from you. Chaps & Co. employ barbers from all over the world, to ensure we bring as much talent and shared knowledge to the service we provide at our hair salon. If you think you have what it takes, you can get in touch through this link.
If you’d like to make an appointment with one of our barbers or beard stylists, you can book in here.
As always, remember to #KeepItHandsome
