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Tactics, strategies, and systems for the modern barber shop owner.

7 Ways To Fill Chairs
General

7 Ways To Fill Chairs

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Barber Burnout: How to Avoid It
Mindset

Barber Burnout: How to Avoid It

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Barber Chairs: Vintage vs Modern
Equipment

Barber Chairs: Vintage vs Modern

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Barber Shop Branding 101
Branding

Barber Shop Branding 101

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Barber Shop cleanliness and hygiene standards
Operations

Barber Shop cleanliness and hygiene standards

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Barber Shop Equipment Checklist
Operations

Barber Shop Equipment Checklist

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Barber Shop Financial Plan Template
Finance

Barber Shop Financial Plan Template

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Barber Shop Insurance: What You Need
Legal

Barber Shop Insurance: What You Need

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Barber Shop Lighting Guide
Design

Barber Shop Lighting Guide

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Barber Shop Marketing Ideas That Actually Work
Marketing

Barber Shop Marketing Ideas That Actually Work

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Barber Shop Security Systems
Operations

Barber Shop Security Systems

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Best Barber Shop Booking Systems Ranked
Operations

Best Barber Shop Booking Systems Ranked

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Best POS Systems for Multi-Location Shops
Tech

Best POS Systems for Multi-Location Shops

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Chair Rental Contracts: Red Flags
Legal

Chair Rental Contracts: Red Flags

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Cleaning Protocols for 2026
Hygiene

Cleaning Protocols for 2026

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Commission vs Chair Rental: What's Best?
Staffing

Commission vs Chair Rental: What's Best?

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Complimentary Drinks: Are They Worth It?
Service

Complimentary Drinks: Are They Worth It?

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Creating a Barber Shop Loyalty Program
Marketing

Creating a Barber Shop Loyalty Program

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Creating a Signature Scent for Your Brand
Branding

Creating a Signature Scent for Your Brand

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Dealing with Difficult Clients
Operations

Dealing with Difficult Clients

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Designing the Perfect Barber Shop Interior
Operations

Designing the Perfect Barber Shop Interior

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Email Marketing for Barber Shops
Marketing

Email Marketing for Barber Shops

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Google My Business for Barbers: A Complete Guide
SEO

Google My Business for Barbers: A Complete Guide

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Handling Saturday Rushes Without Stress
Operations

Handling Saturday Rushes Without Stress

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Hosting Guest Barbers and Educators
Education

Hosting Guest Barbers and Educators

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How to Calculate Your Shop's Break-Even Point
Finance

How to Calculate Your Shop's Break-Even Point

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How to Create a Barber Shop Website
Marketing

How to Create a Barber Shop Website

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How to Deal with No-Show Clients
Operations

How to Deal with No-Show Clients

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How to Fire a Barber Legally
Staffing

How to Fire a Barber Legally

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How to Handle Bad Reviews on Google
Marketing

How to Handle Bad Reviews on Google

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How to Hire Top Barbers in 2026
Staffing

How to Hire Top Barbers in 2026

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How to Host a Charity Event at Your Shop
PR

How to Host a Charity Event at Your Shop

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How to Increase Barber Shop Walk-ins
Marketing

How to Increase Barber Shop Walk-ins

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How to Open a Second Barber Shop Location
Growth

How to Open a Second Barber Shop Location

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How to Raise Prices Without Losing Clients
Strategy

How to Raise Prices Without Losing Clients

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How to Retain Clients in a Competitive Market
Marketing

How to Retain Clients in a Competitive Market

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How to Sell More Retail Products in Your Shop
Sales

How to Sell More Retail Products in Your Shop

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How to set up a Barber Shop Front Desk
Operations

How to set up a Barber Shop Front Desk

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How to Train Junior Barbers Fast
Staffing

How to Train Junior Barbers Fast

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Instagram Marketing for Barbers: Do's and Don'ts
Social Media

Instagram Marketing for Barbers: Do's and Don'ts

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Insurance Claims: What to Expect
Legal

Insurance Claims: What to Expect

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Interview Questions for New Barbers
Hiring

Interview Questions for New Barbers

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Mobile Barbering: Pros and Cons
Strategy

Mobile Barbering: Pros and Cons

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Networking with Local Businesses
Marketing

Networking with Local Businesses

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Recession-Proofing Your Barber Shop
Strategy

Recession-Proofing Your Barber Shop

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Recruiting Barbers from Instagram
Staffing

Recruiting Barbers from Instagram

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Selling Merch: Hoodies, Hats, and Oils
Retail

Selling Merch: Hoodies, Hats, and Oils

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SEO for Barbers: Beyond Google Maps
Marketing

SEO for Barbers: Beyond Google Maps

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Setting Up a Barber School Academy
Education

Setting Up a Barber School Academy

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Sponsorships: Getting Brands to Pay You
Revenue

Sponsorships: Getting Brands to Pay You

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Tax Deductions for Barber Shop Owners
Finance

Tax Deductions for Barber Shop Owners

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The 15-Minute Fade: Speed vs Quality
Technique

The 15-Minute Fade: Speed vs Quality

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The Art of the Silent Service
Service

The Art of the Silent Service

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The Barber Shop Pivot: Changing Business Models
Strategy

The Barber Shop Pivot: Changing Business Models

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The Best Music Playlists for Barber Shops
Atmosphere

The Best Music Playlists for Barber Shops

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The Client Divorce: When to Fire a Customer
Operations

The Client Divorce: When to Fire a Customer

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The First Impression Audit
Service

The First Impression Audit

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The Future of Barbering: 2026 Trends
Trends

The Future of Barbering: 2026 Trends

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The Perfect Barber Job Description
Hiring

The Perfect Barber Job Description

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The Psychology of a Great Haircut Consultation
Service

The Psychology of a Great Haircut Consultation

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The Psychology of Music in Your Shop
Atmosphere

The Psychology of Music in Your Shop

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The Ultimate Guide to Barber Shop Pricing
Finance

The Ultimate Guide to Barber Shop Pricing

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TikTok Trends for Barbers
Social Media

TikTok Trends for Barbers

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Transitioning from Barber to Shop Owner
Growth

Transitioning from Barber to Shop Owner

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Upselling 101: How to Add £10 to Every Ticket
Sales

Upselling 101: How to Add £10 to Every Ticket

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Using TikTok Ads for Barbers
Marketing

Using TikTok Ads for Barbers

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