posted on: 5/8/2009 Desperately Seeking... A job seeker recently wrote me asking some very pointed questions about finding a job: ...because I do not have exp[erience] NO one will hire me. I have kept my lic[ense] current and I do trades with a friend of mine who is an esthetician so I keep up my facial massage skills and micro-dermabrasion. I need to be brought up to speed with products. This is something I have always wanted to do! Yet if you dont have exp no one wants you!... So I responded: Dear Seeker,      An employer's desire to hire is based on his belief that your presence will benefit his business. That belief is based only partly on your experience and partly on other factors such as how much you believe in yourself. If you want to convince employers to hire you, focus on what you have to offer instead of what you don't have. You have a current license. You are actively performing services. (Does it matter that you're trading services with friends?) The bottom line is--if you don't believe you're qualified, how can you expect employers to be convinced?      Your need to get product education is not an asset in an interview, but your eagerness to learn about new products IS. So, there's a positive spin on everything you have told me. Modify your thinking just a little bit and it will change employers' perception of you a lot. You have diverse skills and all of your training and experience illustrates you have skills employers can use to build their business. If you're competent in your field(s) then you are in demand. Salons are always hiring!      Success is the meeting of preparation with opportunity. You have prepared and the opportunities are present. Your next step is to build the faith and courage you need to make your dream happen. Focus on your value and potential. Try to look at yourself from the eyes of an employer and ask yourself "why should I hire you?" Practice answering that question until you feel that you mean what you're saying and the only possible response to the answer you give is "when can you start?"      The power is in you! Nurture it and let it flow through you. Positive thoughts give you continual forward momentum and strength. You have the skills. You are worthy. You are qualified. Go get it! Sincerely,      Jason Rice

Blog Comments 08/24/2009 fynetta i am not license but i will like to start i dont have a license because i never done this before 08/25/2009 Teresa Curniffe Great blog,It had help me to be encouraged believe in myself 09/09/2009 Rachel King I am finding it very hard to find a job right now in our industry. I have benn doing hair for 14 years now(since I was 18) and the last place I worked i had to sign a non-compete. So now I trying to start over a Whole new clientel but then a lot of places will only hire if you have a book and then turn around and want you to sign a non compete! What is up with these foolish contracts! The owners seem to have it all so one sided. How will I ever get a new clientel if I am constantly being handed these non-compete contracts! I just lost a job over not signing. And I just got out of the mess of one I did sign from years ago. 09/15/2009 Leslie B. I work for the Hair cuttery. Everyone thinks it's for people who just started out. But there are people who have be doing hair for 25yrs, 20yrs., 10yrs, 5yrs., and people like me who have been working for 10months in the business. I have clientel. Hair cuttery have classes for free. There are classes at different locations and different business/people who do charge for there class. I have learned so much from watch, experience, and ordering educational DVD's online. Before I did not know how to do men's cuts,...now I have clients who ask just for me. Everyday you can learn a new trick or skill. Even from clients! I love doing hair. It's a skill I can do anywhere. especially shear cuts. 09/15/2009 wendy cobert The secret salon and spa Looking for some enthusiastic stylists,nail techs., and estheticians write me or call 215-945-1223 09/26/2009 dennis malec sportclips carpentersville I am looking for a manager who has experience and a great team attitude, can handle paperwork, scheduling and work in a great atmosphere that is all about the customer. call dennis 847-322-1939 09/29/2009 Ieasha I don't have my license yet but i want to work in a salon now until I take my test what is the best way to find assistant positions for a stylist 10/06/2009 Mitchel Fuchs I am the former operations manager and project manager for Warren Tricomi Haircare and SexySmile beauty products. I was with the company for 8 years. I was laid off in June. The Past 2 and 1/2 months I was working a temp executive position for Lemontree Unisex haircutting corp. I oversaw the corporate stores that we directly owned. We recently sold them and thus I am now looking for work. I have vast beauty product and retail end experience. Please call me 631-988-3692 or e-mail me at fuchs.mitchel@gmail.com 10/12/2009 Nikki my lisc expired years ago, so idecided to go back for refresher courses 250 hours. i had a hard time finding a school who offered the rc, the school i did find was to expensive for me to attend. Do salons hire those who have but don't have lisc? What should I do now! 10/30/2009 Day Spa Philadelphia Nice event! For those who are in the USA, I’d like to recommend Body Restoration spa. They have a very well-structured and welcoming place where you can enjoy their vast variety of beauty and body services. On their website (www.bodyrest.com) you can learn more about their packages and promotions. The price is reasonable and their staff is simply the best to take care of you and give that relaxing, worriless and free of commitments day that we all look for once in a while. http://www.bodyrest.com/ 10/30/2009 CosmeTeacher To Nikki w/ expired license: Prepare a portfolio and resume and look for licensed salons that offer apprenticeships monitored by your state cosmetology board. It might take longer to license but you will be working making money, gaining experience and up-to-date techniques while obtaining your hours towards your license. You will need to discipline and maybe even teach yourself in order to pass the exam upon reaching apprenticeship hours. 11/02/2009 mellissa brewster I am licensed cosmtologist for 6 years going on 7. I am looking for a nice salon to work at that wont go out of business on me. I have been looking for about a year now. There seems to be nothing in my area that I know of. so I am hoping that this salon job works. I can work any hours.. I am completely availble. I am just a single mother trying to suport my 2 year old son. thanks for listening 11/02/2009 Cecelia Washington Melissa where are u tryingto work what area? What City and State? 11/03/2009 CosmeTeacher To Melissa Brewster: Contact your state board for job listing websites,etc. Also get info from them about starting your own salon possibly in your home, just have someone responsible available to take care of your child while you're working. It doesn't cost as much as you think to start small. Family and friends can throw you a "Salon Shower" by you making a list of needed items and they purchase them for you and help with advertising for you also. 11/18/2009 Kim What is the average rental charge for a chair in Kitchener, Ont? 11/23/2009 robert vuvu7o http://j8Jw83mNs0doPpsqvjrcns5.info 12/01/2009 mamaof2 i just recently got out of school and has been at this job for a month and i know its not for me i have been wanting to start a business helping old people who cant get out and get their hair done but i am a single mom of a 4 year old daughter and a 3 year old son, i am currently looking for another job that is a pleasant enviornment and dont treat you bad because you are new anyone have any ideas let me know i am in conover, nc 12/01/2009 mamaof2 i just recently got out of school and has been at this job for a month and i know its not for me i have been wanting to start a business helping old people who cant get out and get their hair done but i am a single mom of a 4 year old daughter and a 3 year old son, i am currently looking for another job that is a pleasant enviornment and dont treat you bad because you are new anyone have any ideas let me know i am in conover, nc 12/02/2009 Nayda I am in an up coming location in Brooklyn,NY . Im looking for Hairdresser with passion ,talent willing to growing with the neighborhood.Anyone????? 12/07/2009 Danny memphis Hello,all I am looking for a job Thats Provides classes or work shops, on the biz,also a salon that i can grow with and learn from. I am a lic,Cosmetologist who needs and wants a job.So if there is an one out there who Needs a Hand please give me a call 901643- 1980 12/14/2009 VANESSA HERBERT Hi, I am looking for a salaon to work in brooklyn NY, I am will also to learn and educate myself in every area as a stylish, anyone who is looking for a hairstylish to work with please call me at #315 430 6141, thank you. 12/14/2009     12/25/2009 Kvxasntq It's serious 01/06/2010 tomphson 80tom8 http://cry82Nqp94NsW0sl2VvqhJ4m.com 01/11/2010 mina1103@comcast.net Reply: mina1103@comcast.net Excellent Opportunity: HAIR STYLISTS NEEDED FOR RENTAL IN PARK MEADOWS area. Also opportunity for professional rental of nail shop in day spa and salon. Opportunity to start your own business. Everything ready for you to begin. Please call for more information 303-790-7751. 01/15/2010 Jason Starting a new, high end salon in Dallas has been more daunting than I ever imagined. The salon is stunning. I have been having a challenge with stylists who are classy, committed and truly have a client book to bring with them. I am spending tons of money doing tons of marketing, but I still need a few stylists who can join the team with clients in place. Hope the stylists I am looking for find my job posting. 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I am willing to work as an assistant or junior stylist. So that I can build my cleintele. I have no experience except for beauty school. Please contact me at cbond2079@yahoo.com 02/01/2010 Rowan Avoid The Mandarine for employment. They have a very high turnover rate. 02/12/2010 JeseniaMontanez I am a licensed cosmetologist looking for a part-time job near clifton , NJ. I am available in the morning on Mon-Thurs due to the fact that i am a part-time college student. I am always available on the weekend. I can be contacted at JeseniaMontanez@yahoo.com 02/16/2010 Modesty i want to work but im only 16 but i want to work at a hair salon washing hair are what ever. i live i pensacola fl 02/18/2010 colleen mcdaniel in need of licenced nail tech in washington state yakima valley will be very busy please contact me 509-790-8583 02/18/2010 Carla Garcia hi! i want to work for salon assistant like clean everything and washing hair and blow-dryer. i am attending training school for adult program on oct 19,2009-now so far i am good doing at school cosmetology class. i am only 20 year old. and i am deaf. i live in amityville, ny. please contact me my email: starsblcknblu318@aim.com thanks!!!! 02/22/2010 Chris Aamot I am the National Manager of LifeSpa which is a full service spa located inside Life Time Fitness. We have 80+ locations around the US and are always looking for stylists who are dedicated to their profession. If you would like to contact me for more info, my email is caamot@lifetimefitness.com 02/27/2010 joy kelly I am going to be opening up a beauty supply store soon and will also make room for booth rental. can you please tell me what is the average price to charge for booth rental and if there is anything else that I really need to know about booth rental? 03/08/2010 Samantha Im looking to move to orlando florida and will be looking for a new salon to work for if and ideas please let me know