Archive for August, 2010

Hello MFMers!

Friday, August 27th, 2010

I have had a very busy week learning about how to coach others and be a “No Compromise Leader” .  It was an amazing experience to learn about my leadership and communication style.  I was invited to attend a week long class at Strategies in Connecticut (check them out at www.strategies.com).  Who is Strategies?  Since 1994 Strategies has had one goal: to help businesses operate more efficiently and profitably. They work with business owners and their teams to create stories of success, balancing prosperity with a happy work environment and excited customers. Their passion lies in fueling your knowledge and understanding of new ways to conduct business.  What fueled my interest in Strategies came about a year ago when my company was struggling through a culture issue and if I did not take drastic measures, I’m not sure where metro FOR MEN would be today.    I hired the founder of Strategies, Neil Ducoff, to personally coach me and he required I read his book NO Compromise Leadership.  This book helped me realize I can have the company of my dreams and I do not have to compromise that vision.  Staying true to my dream will attract and retain top talent.  I embraced this book so much that I sell it at the shop.

What has Strategies done for me and my company?  metro FOR MEN now has a clear vision, path to obtain that vision, built a leader, enhanced a culture, and helped me obtain a team of dedicated professionals.  Thank you Neil.

Hello MFMers!

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

I am so passionate about the beauty and barbering industry and it angers me what some individuals are doing to it.  I came across an article the other day that spoke of unlicensed professionals being hired by salons to provide services to unsuspecting customers.  To be a cosmetologist or barber it takes 1600 hours and a full day exam by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology where a license is presented IF one passes this test.  Cosmetologists and barbers are regulated by Consumer Affairs which also regulates doctors, contractors, dentists, and any other licensed profession.  It is not a best practice for a salon owner to hire an unlicensed professional and allow them to work on guests entertaining a salon, spa or barber shop.  Please read this article…

At metro FOR MEN we ONLY hire licensed professionals and then train them for another 12 to 16 weeks to CARE for our guests.  Please support the beauty and barbering industry by entertaining salons, barbers shops, and spas that only hire licensed professionals.  Ask to see the professional’s license if there is any question.