Barbershop Now! (Part 1) - How to Open A Barbershop

I recently retired as a Houston police officer. Now, my dream is to follow a life-long passion...and that is cutting men's hair.For more than a year I felt overwhelmed and clueless about opening a shop because I have no business acumen. Now I feel empowered since I recently discovered & purchased two very valuable resources.I purchased "How To Open A Barber Shop" and "The Start-up Guide for Opening, Remodeling, and Running a Successful Barbershop." The books are very informative, concise, and timeless.I am using these books to help me navigate through the specific process of becoming a shop owner. I no longer feel overwhelmed but empowered! The books cover the gamut about EVERYTHING anyone needs to know about starting or building a successful business in the barber industry. Pick up a copy of each book. I promise it will save you time, money, and pain. Good Luck!

A must read if you are opening a barbershop and frankly a refresher course for old timers on how to do. The price of this book is a bargain in the education you get from if.

Loved this book on Kindle. Was step by step tutorial and saved me tons of foot work. So glad these guys took the time to map out everything.

Excellent

“Do you remember the barber himself being greeted like a mayor or a social leader in the community?…it seemed like he knew about everything going on in town.”Barbershop Now! (Part 1): How to Open a Barbershop is the definitive book for anyone (women included) interested in opening up a barbershop—a profession that has remained a cornerstone to the community and resistant to economic ups and downs. This book covers everything needed to make your barbershop dreams come true, from how to raise money to what chairs to choose. To make things even easier, authors Grissler and Ryant have included checklists, expense worksheets, and timelines. Tips and stories from barbershop owners and color pictures of barbershops and shop equipment also inspire.Reading this book will not only help you clarify your vision for the salon (“The American Dream” chapter) but also better prepare you for making smart financial and design decisions. Did you know you should negotiate your lease? There’s a whole chapter on this. Do you know about lease financing companies, an alternative to bank loans, one with less risk and more ease? How do you develop your retail end? There’s even chapters on how to choose your architect, contractor, and legal teams—even the phone system and credit card processing company.If you’re pondering opening up your own barbershop or even a remodel, you need this book.

So my "people skills" and ambition may be on point - but when it comes to the business of opening a shop? I was a little nervous and weak… Until I bought this book! It gave me a backbone as to how to get it started right. I am confident that thanks to this book I can go into the industry prepared. :)

20 years as a barber. This book guides you through every step. Im a barber this book shows me how to be a business man.Im ready!

I never knew opening a barbershop could be so difficult and time consuming. This book absolutely saved my business life. I am so thankful this book was suggests to me. Great Job!