Should I work in a franchise vs. an upscale chair salon?
This will depend on you. You will have to determine the type of salon you want to begin your career with. There are benefits to working in either type of salon. In my opinion, the only drawback is that franchise salons charge lower prices and must depend on volume. I believe that it’s critical that you reestablish a solid learning foundation on which to grow in the beginning of your development. You will need to develop your perming skills, coloring skills, customer interaction skills, learn about facial features and bone structure and personal mentoring. An upscale salon will be able to give you more personalized guidance and education. You’ll be able to expand your full learning and earning potential; eventually manage and maybe someday own your own salon. In the end; choose the type of salon that will help you meet your goals. The higher the standards you set for yourself the higher your rewards.
