Guides written for pros
Playbooks on pricing, software, suppliers, regulations and getting more work, written for barbershop owners.
Buying clippers and tools that survive a full shop dayToolsHow to choose durable clippers, trimmers, and shears for a working barbershop, and when it makes sense to buy backup tools instead of one premium set.Pricing haircuts and memberships without racing to the bottomBusinessHow to price cuts by skill and time instead of copying the shop down the street, and when a membership model actually helps your cash flow.Building real revenue from retail and add-on servicesBusinessHow barbershops turn pomade sales, beard care, and service add-ons into meaningful revenue without pressuring clients or cluttering the front desk.Marketing a shop that mixes walk-ins and booked appointmentsMarketingHow to market a barbershop that relies on both walk-in traffic and scheduled clients without confusing your message or wasting your ad spend.Choosing booking software that actually fills the chairSoftwareWhat to look for in barbershop booking and POS software, from no-show protection to walk-in queue management, before you commit to a platform.Booth rent versus commission: picking the right model for your shopBusinessA practical comparison of booth rental and commission pay structures for barbershops, and how to decide which one fits your shop's stage and culture.