THE TRUTH ABOUT BEING A HAIRSTYLIST | IS COSMETOLOGY THE RIGHT CAREER FOR YOU?

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If you love the beauty field but have always been on the fence about pursuing it as a career, this one's for you! I'm sharing the reality and complete truth about being a cosmetologist, based on my personal experience. Hopefully this will help you decide if this career is the right fit for you!
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@luisac5154 4 года назад

Working for the public is the worst!! I always feel like I hate people and I want to punch everybody in the face lol but then I get those really pleasant costumers that make my day!

@teresatanasi5143 4 года назад

Dealing with the public is THE hardest part of any job. I AM naturally outgoing BUT I am also an introvert. I am an old lady. I left Veterinary Science with 17 credits remaining ( mom died) I was a firefighter for several years and ended up working with my ex husband for many years. I was a waitress and honestly most days were 200-400 a DAY. It was a 5 am to 10 pm;) and back in the day( college, Florida. I made big bucks in college. I could NEVER work with the public now. I have no patience for assholes anymore. I truly see people as much more inclined to be assholes than in the 70s and 80s and 90s. I see how shitty folks who work with public are treated now. Lousy. Sad. I own a ranch and breed poultry and goats now. If I can’t put them in a cage, or wrangle them, 😂, I am not dealing with them. Wish all you youngsters the best, still like people , but sure as hell do NOT want to work with them.😂❤️❌⭕️

@cyna866 4 года назад

Teresa Tanasi I’m 31 and feel this way now!!! You are my spirit animal!!😍

@jerica5425 4 года назад

This made me crack up lol but can definitely understand

@fixinfkinsandwiches6183 4 года назад

I feel you. I was waitress and a nurse. The way customers, patients, families and managers treat you has a tremendous impact. Yes it help to stay positive and kind always taking the high road. However we’re only human and it does drain you and bring you down eventually. It’s difficult to always psyche yourself up or say affirmations. I wish people understood how important it is to treat others as you would want to be treated.

@sarahsmith8879 3 года назад

I feel the same way! It seems that the newest generation is the most entitled of all! Obviously there are good people out there but few and far between these days.....

@britjj5126 3 года назад

@@sarahsmith8879 it not just the newest generation, it’s all across the board. I work with the public and grown ups who should know better definitely also behave badly.

@leemolloy1112 4 года назад

As a beauty student this ridiculous workaholism in the beauty industry is insane. Don’t sacrifice your health for someone’s god damn hair

@Archiefarts 4 года назад

Lee Molloy it’s really so much more than that

@leemolloy1112 4 года назад

Kaila Golmicz what do you mean?

@Archiefarts 4 года назад

It’s not just about someone’s “god damn hair”. Sometimes we neglect our health for our careers, or our passion, or because it’s our livelihood. When we neglect those things, it makes catching up much harder. especially self employed stylists. 100% of your life relies on you showing up everyday no matter what.

@leemolloy1112 4 года назад

Kaila Golmicz yea I get that going to work is important but I mean people like my teachers who tell me if I take lunches during my work day I’ll never be successful or that I have to work 13 hour days or work 6-7 days a week. I’m just not okay with neglecting my health and mental health to do someone’s god damn hair

@camiller958 4 года назад

Lee Molloy I feel the same. I’m gonna do my best on each client I have but I’m not gonna sacrifice my mental health for money

@hannamcveigh6234 4 года назад

I don’t want to be a hairstylist but honestly your content is good for everyone. Thank you so much!!

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

That means so much to me! Thank you!!

@ericaruiz3077 4 года назад

💯 couldn't agree more..as a stylist of 10 + years it's the ugly truth none talks about.. we intermittent fast without even trying.. there is so many days where I don't sit down until I get in my car at the end of the night 😂

@ehgeffers 4 года назад

I love how healthy and glowing your makeup looks

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Thank you!

@michellenalepinski667 4 года назад

Girl! When I started cos school, I thought I was going to change the world. Man, I was like "I'm going to make women beautiful and change lives!" That quickly changed after I graduated. I jumped salons and could not find my fit. I began to hate working on women. They were so demanding and unrealistic. There were so many days I wanted to throw in the towel. Plus I wasn't making money. That all changed... I moved to a men's salon. I love men as clientele. They are so easy going and appreciative. Plus nine out of ten times, they tip really well. I'm so happy I found my niche. Now I am working on moving to a new state to help open a new salon with my company and become a manager. Things changed so fast, I mean 7 months ago I was so unhappy, now that I started this new company I am thriving and co workers, manager and owner believes in my talents! I look forward to work everyday now.

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

That's so awesome!! :)

@lavenderbex 2 года назад

Same here. Hate hate working on women and love working on men. They’re so much nicer

@moonmagickal3634 2 года назад

That’s awesome!!

@biggki00 2 месяца назад

It's the demanding and unrealistic for me 😅

@AbbyVinny 4 года назад

Salon suite owner who works 12 hour days without a break 🙋🏼‍♀️ girl i completely feel you on being ‘on’ all day

@effff327 4 года назад

Wow. My grandma owns a salon but wont tell me any secrets I'd like to know about thia

@sydneybohun7922 4 года назад

I wanted to become a hairstylist at the beginning of this year so I got a job as a receptionist in a hair salon to dip my feet in the water. Just from being the receptionist it changed my mind about going to hair school. Everything you said is soooo on point!!

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

That was a really smart decision!!!

@whoatethechocolate 2 года назад

Please share, what specifically changed your mind?

@baby5968 4 года назад

I don’t work as a hair stylist but I totally know what you mean about being emotionally drained and having to fake being in a good mood, OMG I hate interacting with people when I’m not in the mood!

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Right?!

@brianna6906 3 года назад

I'm not a hair stylist either but yeah, I went to college and I work for a PR/marketing firm, even working at a regular desk job, you have to fake being in a good mood, pretty much 99 percent of jobs, even if you aren't dealing directly with the general public, if it isn't the public, it's dealing with other companies, your higher-ups, etc. ! It's tough.

@Vanhal20 4 года назад

As a hairstylist I will say one of my favorite things is community! Being able to bounce off ideas and problem solve with co workers, being collaborative is really fun and inspiring! Learning new techniques and taking classes is also really motivating if you’ve been in a rut or burn out 🙌

@adrianratliff3964 2 года назад

Where can I find love classes to go to ? ❤️

@cintiamartinez9911 2 года назад

@@adrianratliff3964 always research the person who is hosting it and reviews (:

@brookegordon3199 4 года назад

I’m very extroverted and ever since I got in the industry I haven’t been hanging out with my friends as much on my days off and they are not quite understanding why I need more alone time now 😂😭

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

I totally get that! That's why it's nice having friends that are in the same industry lol

@sweetgirly888 4 года назад

Yes yes yes ! “You are going to look like a hot mess” we make THeM look good lol. Everything u say is on point! - fellow hairstylist ❤️

@Stylngurl00 4 года назад

I ❤️your videos!!!! I have been a licensed stylist for 26 years and I grew 100% with absolutely everything you said!!!!!! I started a RU-vid channel years ago and have about 100 videos but didn’t keep up with it!!! I was younger and had more energy.... when I started year ago I worked for Regis hairstylist for 11 years in a mall and built my clientele up with all the walk-ins......now I booth rent and work 4 days a week ..... I always say it’s feast or famine in this industry ❤️❤️❤️

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

So true!

@maegancervantes381 4 года назад

I’ve been going back an forth the past few weeks trying to decided if leaving my 9-5, and going to cosmetology school was the best decision. I was literally watching Netflix when I got an alert about this video! Lol It couldn’t have come at a more perfect time 😊

@zwodder4836 3 года назад

i’m 17 and i’ve never seen myself working a normal 9-5 job i’ve dreaded the thought but i’ve always loved makeup and hair and the idea of being able to make my own schedule and do something that i love is amazing i plan on going to cosmetology school once i graduate !! :)

@serenitywhitt5500 3 года назад

Me too!!

@jesusjuice7934 2 года назад

In your exact shoes. Just turned 17 a week ago and graduating in two weeks. Going to cosmo school after I do

@Hicassiejean Год назад

Did you end up doing it ?

@michellelovie 4 года назад

Thank you so much for this!! I’m 19 and really needed this rn 😭 currently deciding what path is best for me

@quannyewithquality5674 4 года назад

I’ve been a licensed cosmetologist for 3 months now. I tried booth rent and bc I’m moving out of state next year. I’m more focused on income instead of growing clientele. Coloring, Extensions, Cuts, Up dos is what I wanna specialize in so I don’t get bored with hair. I just have to figure out which one I wanna master in first and then take that experience with me.

@kylarae3254 4 года назад

I found your videos this summer and thought long and hard on going back for cosmetology school (I'm 25 and already have a bachelor's in something I dont even like or use) and you helped me make the decision to go back. Enrolled a few months ago and I start january 14!🌟

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Omg yay that's so exciting!!! :)

@SudeshKumar-jz2xd 2 года назад

Yes please reply,you you like what you do now?

@haleighanderson2299 4 года назад

I start cosmetology school in 3 weeks and this video (and your whole channel) definitely reminds me of why i want to be in this industry! i know it’s gonna be challenging but so worth it. 💞💞

@edieboudreaux1784 4 года назад

Congratulations. Have fun and soak up all the information you can. Don't give up.

@kylarae3254 4 года назад

Me too!❤

@enrapturingfantasy 4 года назад

what youre talking about in the beginning is also called emotional labor! very common in workplaces like yours where you mainly service women :)

@emilybertha9363 2 года назад

I’m dropping out of nursing school and I’m leaning heavily towards going to cosmetology school. I’m an over thinker and I’ve been weighing every pro and con since I’ve thought about cosmetology school but your video has made me want to go even more. I’m extremely excited

@DonkeyKongPow 4 года назад

Once you started talking about how gross clients can be, i knew it would definitely not be for me. I don't have the stomach for it lol!

@shaniah6463 4 года назад

I started watching your cosmetology videos a couple weeks before I began cosmetology school and you prepared me so much! It’s a lot more difficult than I thought but I’m well adjusted now and I love it so much. I went into school knowing I would probably be scraping by the first few years out in the field but I really can’t wait to start making people feel better in their skin and to know that all this theory is worth it in the end haha!! Thank you for being real btw

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

That makes me so happy to hear! Good luck! :)

@adriannecruz6879 4 года назад

Speaking as a 10yr Veteran of the Cosmo industry, everything you just said spoke to my soul. I was over here certifying you and hollering “preach” ! It’s a passion for sure! Because even when I hate it I get up and I end up loving my life and career ! When you feel so blessed you know you’re doing the right thing.

@jaseena1105 4 года назад

I love how you are very honest and informative while giving us examples! I’m not into hair but some how love watching your videos ☺️

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Thank you :)

@theregular20somethingb87 4 года назад

I’m a nurse in Pittsburgh and came across your channel and honestly love beauty but I’m not looking for another career or anything but I just wanna say a lot of this shit has the same stuff in common lmao love ur channel would sooooo go to u if I wasn’t so far away!! Haha

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Aw thank you!!

@thatblondechick 4 года назад

Cassidy Hicks my mum is also a nurse and I’m a hairdresser and we used to always say how similar both professions were in the fact your dealing with people all day and in Australia nursing can be a very bitchy profession as can hairdressing be at times and dependent on who you work with.

@tanyaslifeandstyle816 4 года назад

So true I'm a stylist and my sister is a nurse and we always talk about how similar our careers are.

@472winniethepooh 4 года назад

Omg I’m a nurse too and I was thinking the same thing while watching this video!!

@fixinfkinsandwiches6183 4 года назад

Nurse here as well and I totally agree!

@eyecandii1987 4 года назад

I really appreciate how honest you are with your income, I feel like people online don't like to talk about money when usually that is what people want to know. I started my own business a couple of years ago and wasn't making enough to live on and a lot of people around me would tell me to get a 'real' job. Now that I can support myself with that same business it shows them that as long as you work hard it will pay off.

@Ohhalyssa1 4 года назад

When you first start out as a stylist in a big city, you usually have to go through an insane assistant program to get into a good salon.. the one I was in was miserable. Long story short I don’t do hair anymore. Great video!

@aprilfishee 3 года назад

Sam, I've been watching your videos because I'm considering a career change. I want a job that allows me to make other people feel good, be on my feet, and learn new things every day. I have worked in restaurants and office environments and found that what is lacking is the creativity and human connection. I just want to say that I appreciate your vids. It's so hard to know what is best when it comes to a career change. But your insight is very helpful. Thank you!

@cccc1438 4 года назад

Just finished my 1500 hours waiting to go to state board:) these videos are so helpful !

@edieboudreaux1784 4 года назад

Awesome!!

@kristineortiz5090 4 года назад

Commission base is so difficult in a smaller town😭 it stinks but with consistency, education, having the skills, doing more for your clients will 100% get you to where you wanna be

@melisasalcido819 3 года назад

I REALLY needed this advice 3 years ago . I went to Beauty school and realized mid way it just wasn’t for me at the end . I completed my 1600 hours of cosmetology October 2020 . I became so uninterested , it was so difficult for me to finish. It was such a drag , I didn’t even want to go to school most days . I wanted to become a hairstylist since I can remember , but man I was not expecting everything that I went through lol . Cosmetology school is not easy AT ALL. My journey was a hella roller coaster . I’m still debating whether or not to take the stateboard.

@brianna6906 3 года назад

I LOVE hair. It's so interesting to me! but I ended up just getting my bachelors degree in marketing due to the fact of being afraid of not making enough money off the bat.. I'm thinking of possibly going to cosmo school though but I constantly worry about if it's worth it, I'd have to take out a loan for it. I hear ya on having to fake a good mood at work though! I'm not a hair stylist either but yeah, I went to college and I work for a PR/marketing firm, even working at a regular desk job, you have to fake being in a good mood, pretty much 99 percent of jobs, even if you aren't dealing directly with the general public, if it isn't the public, it's dealing with other companies, your higher-ups, etc. ! people can really suck! I love your videos btw

@SmiilesAlot 4 года назад

This couldn't have come at a better time. I have yet to watch this whole video, but today I have really been considering getting into cosmetology. I was even watching some of your older videos about schooling/being a lash technician. This video I for sure have to watch. You always give some good advice!

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Omg perfect! I hope it helps!! :)

@doefuller5610 3 года назад

Tip for choosing a school: DO BACKGROUND OF THE SCHOOLS IN YOUR AREA. find a school that's inclusive if you are a person of color. i know that students sign a ethics contract at school for students. but look into the school in depth. trust me. i know from experience. im currently in school and i now absolutely hate it. its mentally draining for your motivation.

@fixinfkinsandwiches6183 4 года назад

This was a very helpful video so thank you! I still want to do hair! Even though I’m an introvert who gets grossed out fairly easily- I’ve already been a waitress and a nurse, so I’m not scared! Most importantly though, I’ve never had a creative job. I’ve known my hairstylist for many years. I know it’s not as glamorous as people think, but she still enjoys because it’s the right field for her.

@songcovers_byangelharper1606 3 года назад

EVERYTHING IS SO TRUE such a tough job it’s unreal

@sarasims7461 4 года назад

you described being an introvert PERFECTLY. that is literally me.

@darlenne7918 4 года назад

Honestly!!! BE A 👩🏻‍🏫 PROFESSOR! You’re good at explaining and you speak the words.

@merryespinosa4893 4 года назад

I was building my best healthy lifestyle while being in the Army. I was in situations where my life was at risk working my job. Everything was under control because I was fully capable of overcoming ang obstacles. It just takes more to find ways to get smarter and stronger on your own, so I see this industry as a bada$$ job to do the major things to become a bada$$ person 😉

@Somelikeitbot 2 года назад

I was thinking about it and I still am because of your brutal honesty. My bff is a hairdresser lost her career in the salon due to Covid but she keeps her license and still does hair for extra untaxed income. I think pointing out the fact of knowing how to network, get clients and keep them, but also having your own schedule and your own independence.

@stephanieharrison3842 4 года назад

I love the video and thank you i still want to do cosmetology down the road and i know how it feels to deal with the general public. Thank you for that its nice to hear how honest it is to be a cosmetologist really helpful

@piarose8719 4 года назад

I watched your videos back when I was looking to enroll in Cosmetology school and you were starting school as well. Unfortunately, I got into a bad car accident and I can’t really follow that career path because of the physical aspect and the way my body was damaged on said accident. I finished school because I had already taken out loans for it, but I’m currently not using my license. I have found your channel again because of your client stories and went into your Chanel again. I am so happy that your career is flourishing and you sticked to this career and enjoy it. Good luck in your future career endeavors and sending positive vibes your way!

@effff327 4 года назад

Get a manikin* sorry idk how to spell that, start a yt channel onwhat you learned and teach others like me

@lacasadebelindadesigns3074 3 года назад

I LIKE YOUR HONESTIY. MY SON IS A BARBER. IS WORKING HARD FOR HES GOALS.

@mandypaz 4 года назад

I definitely agree with you on how physically demanding being a stylist is ! I’ve been doing hair for 6 years now & omg it has RUINED my wrists, I get the worse back pain, shoulder pain, I wear glasses now ... it’s intense. I had to stop working my whole pregnancy because the salon I was at fired me for being pregnant & I didn’t bother to work at another salon because it’s so strenuous of a job..not to mention the clients are so damn stressful (some not all) .... a lot of times (at least me anyways ) while I was preg I wanted to just stay quiet and do my job but you have to be so outgoing it literally takes all of your energy... ugh now I finally have my princess :) but I’m def starting to second guess if I want to continue my career or change it ... since where I was previously working was a big name salon and didn’t have flexibility with my schedule, I also wasn’t making a lot of money. No benefits.. honestly,aside from absolutely loving what I do if I find something else that I can make more money and it be less harsh on my wrists & not have to deal with crazy people I would probably do it ... although I feel how you do as far as I won’t have the fulfillment that I get from doing hair .

@jdaunno1 3 года назад

Omg as a stylist of 20 years, this is so true! Dealing with the public can be so difficult. Especially with Instagram and people photoshopping their pictures, clients can have unrealistic expectations. I also find it very taxing to constantly act like I'm in a good mood and listen to everyone else's problems! It can become very exhausting. It's almost like you're their psychologist! I am a natural empath, so other people's problems weigh on me. You definitely need to be an actress behind the chair. There are days I don't feel like chatting or listening to others problems. Also, I've been heart broken many times by clients who I've had for many years, loved and bent over backwards for. They will drop you like a hot potato the minute they're unhappy with anything you did. Hair schools don't teach you about this stuff. It's mostly how you deal with people!

@TheresaCox Год назад

I have been a hairstylist for 30 years. This is an accurate representation of the industry. On the plus side, after many years and you have had the same clients for a while, those hard clients are few and far between.

@raspberryroses 2 года назад

I’m currently in esthetician school and been thinking of doing hair.. I’m glad I watched your video cuz I realized I’ll just stick with Esthetics. Cosmo seems more physically and mentally demanding

@raganmccadney9851 4 года назад

Off topic but I just got a wig that looks just like your hair ! 🥶 nice video as always ! You should do like a quick new year resolution video 😊

@sarahpetrie351 4 года назад

I am obsessed with your makeup😍

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Thank you!

@savvybeauty_wellness 2 года назад

So glad I came across your video !!!! Thank you for being HONEST & Real, I appreciate it 🙏🏼🙏🏼💕 starting my classes soon and I can’t be more excited, thank you 🥰

@andrea-ot9cc 4 года назад

yes!!! another sam video. you are so helpful for so many people:) thank you for your advice.

@jandoe2342 3 года назад

Every thing you said is spot on. As a veteran of 42yrs of hairdressing, one thing I might add is: what you have to show for a long and hard career are varicose veins and a little money you have hopefully set aside for yourself. There is no paid retirement.

@Ashleyiza 4 года назад

Amen sister lol. You have to REALLY be personable and happy. Bc clients don't wanna hear you complain. People don't understand the color formulas, the angles when cutting hair... They think it's an EASY job. Hell no its not!!!! And you're right. By the end of the day I was busted. Lol bleach burning my hands. Sweating trying to get color off. You know the struggle girl 😁. So Glad you are telling the truth! Lol. Wish I knew this years ago. I only do hair on the side now. But Yes you're right, it's an amazing feeling to make someone feel confident.

@Infinityfloress 4 года назад

Oh my gosh I'm so happy found this video! You gave me so much real information. Thank you I just subscribed too!

@ItsJazminAlvarez 4 года назад

Thank you so much this helped me alot where I was working before right out of beauty school they gave me the schedule so i need it to work the days that they schedule me. I wish i can go on a salon where they allow me to choose my own schedule work the days i wanna work since I have 3 kids but I havent heard of that.😥 for me it will be great a 9 to 5 job because of kids hopefully i can find a salon that will allow me pick my own hours and leave if I have no clients.

@Aleena8700 4 года назад

I want to do cosmetology so bad! I feel like cosmetology gets such a stigma about being "not good enough" Or "A waste of time or money" etc. I feel like that's why people question it so much. I really want to do it though. I just have to take the step and do It! Thanks for a very in depth look into what a day in the life is really like I know I can always count on you too keep it real! 🖤🖤🖤

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Aw thank you! I think that stereotype exists because there are so many people who get into this career without knowing the reality of it. They think it's fun and easy or maybe they're just not sure about what they want to do at all, so they start doing hair and then they aren't passionate about it, so they end up staying stagnant and don't become "successful," and eventually quit. And then that gives the entire industry a bad image. As long as you have a realistic idea of what to expect and are willing to give it your all, you'll have an amazing career :)

@Aleena8700 4 года назад

@@styledbysamvay I think you hit the nail right on the head! I think that when things become more "difficult" people tend to give up and look for other options then the stereotypes set in which sucks but I guess that is what happens all over. I love that your so transparent with your viewers! I think you should teach one day if you ever wanted to. I think you'd be amazing! 💋

@ashleymckean9284 4 года назад

I’m in high school right now & I’m taking cosmetology classes & I love watching your videos it helps me understand cosmetology more ! ❤️

@ashley9469 3 года назад

Thank you for being honest. I feel like any job that you deal with the public gets draining after awhile.

@losthope98 3 года назад

Absolutely. I have a desk job and am on the phone with people all day and it is mentally exhausting

@evib7244 8 месяцев назад

This video is so enlightening! Thanks for sharing your experience!!! 🎉

@denisesandoval1057 4 года назад

love watching your channel girl! Hope to see more of your style of the week videos soon , love your style by the way!

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Thank you!

@anitaahr2949 4 года назад

i really wanna be a hairdresser cuz my aunt is one and it seems like something i’d like to do and i’m just scared that i won’t be able to have enough money to afford an apartment where i’m planning on moving so like is the money usually good? also ik that it’s not easy but i’m determined to do it

@Angela-tw2en 4 года назад

Can you please do a video on your favorite hair tools and favorite hair tool brands. Hot tools and cutting/coloring tools.

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

I share everything I use in this video! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Rm8gSLbWXqs.html :)

@AlexaNicole1186 2 года назад

This sounds a lot like being a nurse! Hahaha I’m an RN and a lot of what you said is so relatable 😂 I enjoy your videos, I’m 35 and thinking about going to cosmetology school because it’s something I’ve always wanted to do 😊

@JetSetQueen465 3 года назад

Love that you kept it real and ended on a good note. ❤️

@tc7605 3 года назад

I love your makeup Sam!!! Soooo beautiful💕💕🌸🌸

@n12210 3 года назад

Realest stuff 💯💯💯 and very true couldn’t say it better. Also I’m glad for the reinsurance

@trinityfaithnorth11423 4 года назад

Your videos have helped me decide that I want to go to cosmetology school. I'm beginning my enrollment process today. 😊 Thank you.

@NathanDuabanTheSonicEnthusiast 4 года назад

This is the advice that I personally needed

@jeaniboo 4 года назад

Giiiiiirl I can relate 10000%!!! Thank you for sharing!!

@LowkeyMya 2 года назад

Girl I’m a stylist too couldn’t agree/relate more!! One thing bout me is I’m gonna take my lunch😂

@liyahthebrat 4 года назад

I live in Vegas I’m 2 months away from graduation for cosmo I’m so excited, anxious, nervous I just hope I can get s consistent clientele and get faster so I can make a lot of money

@arleneaugustahair8393 4 года назад

Aaliyah Couture make sure you go to a busy salon with a lot of walk ins.

@joshsan32 2 года назад

Can you please update us on how it's going. My girlfriend starts in 3 weeks!

@ashley8701 4 года назад

Hey Sam! I’ve been watching your videos for a while now but I never comment, just like lol I’ve been working at a salon for a few months now but I’m mostly as a receptionist (I do have my license though ). My boss was supposed to train me but she’s super busy and hasn’t had time to but she wants to put me on the floor full time but I don’t feel ready yet, I don’t have a lot of experience with color and cuts. I’m wondering how you gained your experience, did you assist before you were on your own? Did your boss teach you? Was it all through you taking extra classes? Any advice on this would really help! Thank you ☺️

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Hi! I was able to bring in friends and family as models and practice on them. So I would watch some tutorials from Behind the Chair and then practice different techniques on my models (or mannequins). I'd ask your boss if you can do something similar just to get your feet wet and maybe just have your models pay for the cost of product. You won't ever feel 100% ready until you just go for it and learn from your mistakes, but working on someone you know definitely takes the pressure off. Good luck! :)

@ashley8701 4 года назад

Sam Vay thank you for replying :) and yeah, I can definitely bring in models so I will work on finding them lol but thank you ☺️

@allijmccoy 4 года назад

@Sam Vay I love ur videos! I love ur makeup & u’ve got amazing lips! Even tho I’m a DIYer of hair (due to not being able to afford salons...yet) I’m always so into the way u explain things, the way u tell us ur experiences w/customers or as a customer- it’s enchanting! I feel like I’m right there, like reading a story! Plus I really do love the colors (the ones I’ve seen any way) on the “after” pics. I 💕💗💖 the “bronde” color u had gotten done by ur boss. Like legit want my hair that color! Love ur videos, keep ‘em coming!#hairGoals

@AlexL001 4 года назад

I believe no jobs will have you kick your feet back and relax. cosmetology required so much passion and personality. If your mind keeps staying over the negative side. Then it’s really not for you.

@sarahdoll3739 4 года назад

thank you for this video sam!!!!!

@fazeelan 4 года назад

I cut hair to my few friends in this Corona time. YES. ITS is not easy as we think. She is right

@lucky0n3 3 года назад

The realness. THANK YOU for that.

@marybrumfield9922 4 года назад

Awesome video I am starting school next week this video helped.

@shaynamartinson487 3 года назад

I’m seriously considering going to cosmetology school but how do I know that I’m passionate about it? I haven’t really worked with hair so how do I know before I go to school?

@ChillOutDude00 3 года назад

I'd say some indicstors would be You like spending time around people You like salon vibes You like working with your hands You're somehow artsy U can listen to people This doesn't guarentee passion but it's indicators in the right direction

@tmchaseacct 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing the pros and cons. I am thinking of a career change I have been in a desk job for 10 years and I don't want to do it any more, but I do get decent healthcare and retirement contributions by my employer. It's a tought call, do you think cos schools might be open to me seeing if I could job shadow for a a day or two just to see what it is like?

@joycetaylor8057 4 года назад

Can you, as a hairdresser, tell me how do I politely tell my hairdresser that I don't want to engage in small talk. I just want to sit in the chair and have her do my hair the same way she has for the last four years. Don't want to be rude but would like to enjoy myself instead of pretending interest in a conversation I don't want.

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Hahaha I totally get that! I don't know, I'm really bad at confrontation and I never force conversation with my clients, so I've never had that interaction with anyone - but you could just try being like "hey omg I've had such a rough week and I'm so looking forward to just relaxing and enjoying some silence" as soon as you sit down so she'll know that you don't want to talk before she starts so you don't have to cut her off mid conversation. Or you can pop in some headphones... even if you don't listen to anything, but just having them in your ears can kind of let her know that you're not interested in talking. Hope that helps!

@hairobsessions1 Год назад

Just sit in her chair and close your eyes. Like you are sleeping 😴

@amandadaisies 4 года назад

I’ve always had hairstyling as a career option for myself but haven’t pursued it. I did makeup at a counter for a while and it was so fun but also very stressful at times. I’m 28 with a baby and feel like I’m too old for beauty school now😅

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Hell no! You're never too old!!! I was 25 in beauty school and we had other women that were in their 40s. Some people have messaged me saying they're finally in school now in their 50s!

@ffaf295 4 года назад

When I went to cosmetology school my classmates ranged in age from 17-60! Some of them were pregnant , some had a new born, you can do it!

@natagattuso7184 2 года назад

Thank u for being so clear!! Thank u so muchhh

@coreyacre6070 3 года назад

I worry about the school end. I am i my late thirties and came across a full set of books. I wonder how you can learn and MAINTAIN the knowledge for the exam in the end. Are there any other ones out there starting out later in their lives?

@rebeccasuarez5556 4 года назад

Hey Sam I love your videos and all the helpful information you share! As far as working what’s your opinion on working in a salon as to someone working alone out of home or a private space?

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

There's pros and cons to both! Being in a salon gives you access to possibly assistants, a receptionist, other stylists that can give you guidance if you need help. You also don't have to worry about all of the expenses, like rent, electric bill, product costs, etc. But working on your own gives you complete freedom, and some people just work better that way! So I think it just depends person to person. I will say though - I think working in a salon in the beginning is better! I see a lot of new stylists come straight out of beauty school and go off on their own and they have no idea what their doing and then have no one around to help them. I think being around other more experienced stylists and learning in a more traditional salon setting is crucial for at least the first year or two.

@debramccafferty2918 4 года назад

Sam, I agree with you. I wish I had worked with others in the beginning instead of opening a salon in my home. I could’ve used the guidance. But I ended up really enjoying my clients and making them happy for 20 years when I had to close because I got sick.

@aliiveronica82 3 года назад

Thank you for this information! 💖

@Sue-bo9ip 4 года назад

I am going to a technical school so it’s free all u need to get is materials and I am 14

@coreyacre6070 3 года назад

I always wondered about going all the way in beauty school and getting my teacher's license so IF I acn't get a job in a salon;maybe I can start a school where there might not be one??

@charitydajong8144 2 года назад

Great job I'm into learning my stylish now

@cristinaorlando2408 4 года назад

You made this video at the perfect time. I have a cosmo licenses but I feel like this industry isn’t for me and I’m questioning if I want to stick with it:/

@styledbysamvay 4 года назад

Even if you decide not to, it's always a nice skill to have and you can always do friends' and family's hair on the side to make some extra money!

@balzoemg8415 4 года назад

As a stylist I can relate 100% with this video..lol

@aliciaperazzo1468 3 года назад

Hi Girl!! I would like to request a video of how to charge your services, I really struggle with it. Thanks for your videos your great 😊

@kyannadove2256 4 года назад

This video helped me so much. Thank you

@brenna5305 2 года назад

i was considering this career but i realize now that i dont think this would be good for me. i had spine surgery and have chronic pain. the thought of standing/hunching over all day sounds like a nightmare. :(

@meghasinghaniahmu 3 года назад

In my opinion a Hairdresser and Hairstylist is different!!

@Finestsongexplain 3 года назад

I think. Maybe

@azulablake8042 2 года назад

I’ve been trying to jump into this career even though I know pro and cons I’ve keep trying to do it and get into

@Asyipyip 2 года назад

im pretty used to not getting time to eat, but do you (or anyone in these comments) have any advice for how to deal with standing all day? it killed me when i worked retail.