The SBA (Small Business Association) reports that businesses conducting mid-year audits are 83% more likely to secure funding when needed. But in the barbering world, only 11% of barbers (via self or outsource) maintain, accurate up-to-date fin

Business Model Canvas at Wake Tech Barber Business Program

11 days ago 5m 14s

Davian: Alright. So we just wrapped up an amazing session this morning. Thank you for the invitation. You mentioned this is the first time you guys did this. What was your inspiration?William: I know they got great ideas. I know they got great

You down with SOPs (Yeah you know me)

19 days ago 4m 37s

In an industry where 80% of new businesses fail to differentiate themselves, having a solid set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) isn't just nice to have – it's your lifeline to success. According to a study by the Professional Beauty Ass

Are You Running a Barbershop or a Restaurant?

25 days ago 5m 11s

McDonald’s isn’t just a place to get a burger; it’s a place where families come together. Their story emphasizes quick, reliable, and family-friendly service. Compare this to Burger King’s “Have it your way” campaign, which highlights customiza

Time Either Creates or Kills Opportunity

Jun 11th, 2024 4m 12s

In our blog post "All You Need Is 90-seconds" we discussed the importance of implementing the GND (Golden Nuggets of Data) strategy, so let's address the elephant in the room... ...The 90-second investment at the start of each client interactio

All You Need Is 90-seconds

Jun 4th, 2024 3m 56s

According to a study by the Missouri University of Science and Technology, people are most honest in the first couple of minutes of an interaction when the human tendency toward deception and DSA (dynamic social awareness) hasn't yet been trigg

Haircuts Aren't Your Product or Service: Sell This Instead

May 28th, 2024 5m 47s

We're going to jump straight into a formula today. The cost of your products/services should be less than the price your clients pay, which should be less than the value your clients receive. This is 99% of businesses desired pricing model. The

Who Has the Keys to Your Shop?

May 21st, 2024 4m 33s

As a business owner, who's really in the driver's seat when it comes to your pricing strategy? Are you boldly taking control and commanding the worth you provide? Or are you meekly handing over the keys and letting clients expedite your journey

Don't Believe Me? Just Watch!

May 14th, 2024 4m 6s

You might wonder, "Why should I trust a business consultant who isn’t a barber?" It’s a valid question. To answer it, let’s talk about Bain & Company, one of the most prestigious consulting firms in the nation.Bain has a storied history of step

Tax Pt 1

May 14th, 2024 17m 54s

We're going to jump straight into a formula today (see photo).This is 99% of businesses desired pricing model. The actual cost of providing products or a service should be less when compared to the price tag you put on it. And more importantly,

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