As salons up and down the UK begin to reopen, a report from global salon supplies wholesaler, SimplyHair, has revealed that social media, upskilling and retail are becoming more integral to hair salon businesses. Ahead, the report shows why social media, upskilling and retail are so crucial to those in the industry. Social media marketing Read More
As England hair salons and freelance stylists celebrate reopening for business on Monday 12 April after being in lockdown for at least five months, HJ speaks to salon owners and self-employed stylists to discover how it feels to be back with clients again and what’s in store for the coming months. England is the third Read More
Among the usual trims and balayage, you’ll often come across the occasional out-there request, but some of the downright weirdest client requests stick with you throughout the rest of your career. Below, we asked hairdressers to spill the beans on their funniest – and weirdest – client requests that they’ve had in the chair. Get Read More
Taking the jump to becoming a freelancer can be daunting, but Jayde Collins believes it was the best choice she’s ever made. For Hairdresser Journal’s Freelance Week, we chat with her about working with Hunter Collective and The Social, the dreaded work-life balance and the go-to products in her kitbag. What was Jayde’s journey into Read More
Now, over 57% of the hairdressing industry is freelance according to a survey conducted by the NHBF. Regarding the increase and what this means for the industry, Hilary Hall, NHBF former chief executive said: “The government is due to respond before the end of the year on the Review of Modern Working Practices which looked Read More
Whether you’re thinking about going freelance, want to know how to become a successful freelance hairdresser, or you’ve recently made the jump, freelance senior hair stylist, Laura Dauncey Smith, shares everything she wish she could tell her former self as she made the move and tips on how to be successful freelance hairdresser. Dear Laura, Read More
Trying to get your work into the press can be a daunting task, especially when you work solo as a freelance hairdresser. But if you follow this guide, you’ll be on your way to a wealth of press coverage in no time at all. Invest time Sending emails out to magazines, newspapers and sites on Read More
If you’re a hairdresser working in a salon at some point in your career you’ve probably questioned pursuing freelance work – here’s some stories to give you an insight into what it takes to be a success. From what made them make the initial freelance leap to what their favourite career moment is, these freelance success stories Read More
To celebrate HJ’s Freelance Week, sponsored by Wella Professionals we’ve asked a number of freelancers to share the innovative and creative ideas they’ve put in place over the past few months. We hope you will be inspired and take note of the different ways you can stay motivated during these difficult times… Freelancers can get Read More