What is it like being a hairstylist?

Hi Becca,

Great career choice. Try to find a well-known hairstylist school and at the same time start creating your client list. What I love about a hairstylist is that you make your own hours and you have the liquid cash. The next advantage you will have your clients will spread your name around. For example I bring clients for my hairstylist just by people looking at my hair and asking me "who did your hair"

Good luck to you in such charismatic career.

This is an amazing and creative profession! Once you complete school and get licensed, you can decide what kind of a shop you want to work in, full service spa or more of a walk in hair cuts and services kind of shop. There are many many options for a licensed hairdresser! Hair, skin, nails, cuts, colors, highlights, makeup, selling products, etc.

I suggest you contact the school of your choice and ask for a tour. That way you can see the classrooms, feel the atmosphere and get an idea of what school will be like for you. 😀
Also, if you have any friends or family who own shops, ask to job shadow for a few days. "Job shadowing" allows you to follow a hairdresser around during his/her work day, that will be the most realistic experience for you.

Good luck!