HOW TO OPEN A BARBERSHOP ✅ Top 5 Tips for Success
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- Lot's of barbers have aspirations to open their own shop but don't know where to start!!! In this video I'll be giving my top 5 tips for opening your own shop. I opened Klutch in 2014 without a clue of what I was doing. These are some tips to get you started and headed in the right direction. Hope this helps you on your journey to opening a barbershop!
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I'm 38 and I've been cutting hair for about 10 years in my garage now and I just decided to leave my job that I dont like I'm gonna follow my passion I need to make this happen and go to school, your video inspired me to go to school and get my own shop. Thanks bro, keep the videos coming!
That’s amazing! It will change your life!
2 years later, have an update ? How’s it going ?
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@@FA-hb3hfbrilliant idea
Thanks for the insight brother, God bless you
Very welcome!
What brand of barbering chairs you recommend.
All I’ve ever had are chairs from BuyRiteBeauty. I think they’re called K.O. Barber chairs. Affordable and have lasted pretty well
I want to open shop just for the money
That's everybody's why
Don’t do it for that lol it don’t pay that well lol
Just got the key to my shop today, been cutting 30 years and finally stepped away from my job in December. I have 168 clients and can’t get to them all so I found some barbers and put the money up. Now the work begins…. This video was on point 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Love it!!!
Thanks man. You've really saved me with these information cos people don't really tell you things. God bless.
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Do you think it's possible to own a barbershop without actually being a barber? Do you actually have to cut hair in order to make profits?
Not necessarily. I make more income owning the shop from cutting hair, but it’d be possible to make income just from owning it. Just have to set it up the right way!
Of course not you don't have to be a barber to make money just need to have enough chairs in the barber to rent out.. I know a lot of people who are not Barber and own Barbershop..
Great tips 🤩👍 anyway I'm from Singapore you should come here for holiday after this pandemic you will be amaze 🤩👍
That’d be a fun trip!
That’s what barbers do, we invest in people before our on interest. Good to see that you’re a good employer.
I try my best!
im thinking about opening up a shop but im not a barber, im more so opening it up because i want to open a business and ive always loved barbershops, giving barbers some opportunities is my goal but ive still got a bunch of stuff to think about
That’s awesome!
I’m the same way. I like the culture. But I’m not a barber lol
I wanna do the same but I’m scared 😳
Sean, you’re a good man bro, thanks for those tips. I really wanna to open my own barber shop, but first i need the experience and your tips are very helpful and inspirational. Thanks so much for the tutorials and everything you’re doing, your videos are awesome 👏. ✊🏼
Appreciate it glad I could help!
I'm 39 working as a barber in Toronto downtown for 16 years and i just decided to open my own shop🤑
Good luck! Coming to Toronto next year!!!
great tips! im no longer satisfied and happy at my shop. I want to grow and prosper! thinking about building a mobile barbershop maybe in vintage Airstream. :)
Sounds like time to do it!
Hey sean how does the partnership work ? Like i have an investor but i just dont see what his earnings would be. Can you give me a bit of advice
You could do a percentage of the profit at the end of the month. That would be the way I would do it unless you can get creative
Hey 👋 I have a question: How to prevent cashiers and barbers stealing money together or not putting it into cassa ?
I don’t do commission or a register partially for that reason. Just makes things more difficult for everyone to have access to all the money
I really appreciate your honesty 💯💪🏽
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I don't know what state you live in but the New York City every Barbershop stays pack with people.. it's also where you make a lot of money any simple haircut from 25 to $40.. any barber in New York City makes a lot of money I know because I'm also a barber... New York it's one of the best jobs you can do. Being a barber it's a form of Art.. the first Barbers go back to ancient Egypt.. and they were highly respected and honored they will also the doctors of medicine and the witch doctors.. opening up your own barber shop in New York is I'll gold mine most open up more than one.
What type of business model did you use to open your barber. Sole proprietor? LLC?
Didn’t have either until this past year. Just a sole proprietor
After all this years, do you keep it all rent or do you also do comission ?
Just booth rent
i love you
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What’s crazy is I’m a Marine looking to own my own barber shop when I get out, so I do a TH-cam search and find this video first - and the EGA flag is hanging up on the wall, what a coincidence. S/F
💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 one of our long time clients was the local recruiter, gifted that to us when he left
@@Seancutshair amazing and super nice of him! I value a good barber, too many ones near USMC bases who do half-assed work to make a quick buck because they know Marines will pay anyways
What is the average booth rent in your area? I'm about to start barber college so I'm curious what I'm going to be looking at in that regard.
Minimum $150, we just went up to $230 but we charge double any shop in town
@Seancutshair that's weekly right?
bro i’m 19 , i grew bigger than i expected in the last two years i been cutting & i’m trying to make the step and open up right now, this really clears things up for me
You got it! Glad I could help!
This is so helpful Sean!
Thank you for always keeping it 💯 and sharing openly your experience and knowledge.
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Hey brother I am a Marine vet interested in starting a shop. I see your flag. How can I contact you?
That was a gift from a marine recruiter client of ours!
Pls how mush coest barber shop project ?
I have a whole series on it with the cost of everything!
Great info bro. How about a video highlighting the barbers in your shop it would be cool to see the rest of the Klutch Krew!
Might work on that when I get back to work!
Forgive me Sean. Here i am commenting on several replies and comments, yet..... I havent taken a minute to acknowledge or conpliment your content! First off. . Congratulations. Great video. Great content. I love to hear the success stories!!! Wishing you tons of success and longevity!
"Tiz The Locsmith"
Master Barber/Master Stylist/Master Loctician/CEO- International Cutmasterz Barbershop Inc.
Hey thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Hey Sean, I was hoping that you would pull some numbers together even if they are fabricated ones to give a little more detailed information. I've been kicking that idea around of opening my own shop one day. Booth rent versus shop rent and how you pull all of that together would be awesome.
I’m gonna work on it at some point stay tuned!
I'm sure I'm too late with this answer. But I'll give you an idea. Add up all your expenses. Get some ideas what utilities will be. For example, I have apx 1200 Sq ft. I run a 25k BTU a/c, and my shop is well lit. My light bill comes to $800 bimonthly during the winter, and $1,500 during the summer. Add up all your expenses. Let's say that comes to $4,000 per month and you have 8 chairs, and 8 barbers....$4,000÷7= $571 (Per month per chair), not counting YOUR CHAIR. That breaks down to $142 per week. Per chair. Bit ideally, the odds of you having all 8 chairs full out the gate is slim. Also....you would need to find out what business model is the shops I'm your area using? Booth rent or percentage. As an owner you make WAY more money! But. That means you would HAVE to BE there to watch over your money! Feel free to message me for more tips, or if you need a mentor. My name is "Tiz The Locsmith". Master Barber/Master Stylist/Master Loctician/Ceo- International Cutmasterz Barbershop Inc., located in Selden, NY. Follow me on Google, Facebook, and Instagram (to name a few). I'm always open and available to share information or mentorship! Be well!
Your shop is so nice.. can I copy some of your decorations? Hahahaha just kidding. I'd like to have a shop like yours man. Can I get a shout out on your next video? Im from the Philippines.. boy-E the barber here.. thanks
Appreciate you! Stoked to have people subscribed from all over! Send a haircut in for feedback and I’ll put you in the next video.
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This was good. Opened my mind to a lot of questions I didn’t know I had
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thank you much for your time GOD BLESS
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Wow man grate stuff bro. Wish I had a boos like you
$HOP . 8 BUCKS FOR OAP . AN ONLY 12 FOR DRH CUTS. I HATE THEM . RATHER BE IN A UP TO DATE SHOP .LOTD OF BARBERS NEEED NOW AFTER COVID.not my shop. Bro . Money grabbing shits.man
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What about the liscince de we need liscince for that if we do then where we can get that and how can you please explain me this
Ty so much for the info I want to open up a barbershop I been in the industry almost 12 yrs and I’m tired of corporate 😢 I feel stuck like I can’t grow any further
Sounds like that’s the move!
I agree with you it's better to charge rent then commission I as Barbarar wouldn't work in any Barber Shop where I have to pay commission my money is my money that I make..
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Thank you guys so much for the video.i am just starting my business as a supplier, it is something new to the city I just moved to. Your info. helped me a lot . Keep these videos coming, the only issue with the video is I couldn't hear your voices. Thank you so much.
Love it! Recording has improved greatly since then! Good luck!!!
If you don’t mind me asking man, how much did it cost you?
I spent around 18k for everything to get started
Seancutshair nice man so I’m in Boston and really really interested in starting my own place been saving for a while have around 50k willing to put in 30 (not trying to spend everything I have) according to google it recommends 150-200k and I think that’s crazy I live in the hood and there’s small shops on every corner def not 200k investment. I want to start small and build from there. There’s a place called Boston barber and tattoo they actually have some footage of the place on TH-cam I believe they built on a coffee shop too which I love that idea( would like to model it somewhat like there’s but with my own twists hot towels etc). I’m just afraid of being stuck paying the rent while the town inspector and board come to approve. Which I want to have everything in place before I pull the trigger. About to buy 7 chairs and 8 stations tomm and I’m going to put them in storage with all the other things I’ve accumulated.
Great video bro!!! Good barber talk how much you charge for your hair cuts?... good looking shop btw. Nice and clean!!
My haircut is $30
Seancutshair that’s a good price!! When you put in work you deserve every penny 👍
I’m planning to open up my own barbershop one day. This video has a lot of helpful info! Thanks!
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Very helpful. Peace.
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First thing for me as a client: Keep it clean. I'm in London, it's amazing how many expensive, high reviews shops just don't know what they're doing. I DO NOT want to step in hair on the floor.if the barbers don't have time, hire someone to do these things, keep the place clean and the customers happy while they wait. Do not use a fucking blow dryer after you just cut someone's hair, i do not want someone's hair in my face, on my clothes. Rinse your tools with water and after put them in disinfectant and rinse again for the next customer.If you want to offer washing service do it after you finished cutting not mid job. Easy, right 🤷
Good points! 👌🏻
Great information. It's funny how you seem more educated than a lit of Barbers that has come through my shop to work! Cleanliness is next to Godliness. Idc HOW busy you are. It takes a MINUTE to sweep the floor and another minute to clean/sanitize your clippers & hands. But I challenge you to sit in ANY Barbershop and just observe! And, you will be APPALLED by some of the practices! Guaranteed!!!!
how did you find your barbers (hire)
Most were friends of mine. Otherwise reached out to local barber schools to see who was in school. Went from there
I like watching your videos, I've been a barber for over 25 years. My pop nd older brother and me have a barbershop nd it has been around for 50 years, we have 10 barbers nd we pay them commission. Nd we take taxes away from them.so they get a w-2 at the end of the year. I would like to open another shop nd do the rent for my guys..but time will tell..keep them videos coming👍
The tax part would be nice for them for sure! That’s the hardest part
@@Seancutshair
How many chairs do u say u have? Nd how much do u rent the chairs? The newer barber shops here where I live do the same thing u do by renting chairs. But they have 15 16 chairs...I guess that's how the owners make a good profit
Thanks man. Really appreciate your honesty. I think I could start mine now.
Do it! Good luck!!!
Great video!!! Appreciate you sharing the knowledge!!
Yessir! Thanks Scott!
I've been ghost but i still be watching you bro! Great nuggets! Hope all is well during these harder times!
Hangin in there bro!
You had the same ambition as I ..I will one day have a shop too ...and ima invite you over ...remeber the name of the town “ A-Town California”
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Do you do booth rent by month? Or weekly? Also, in your example the booth rent you made was enough to cover the shops rent/mortgage and expenses. Should that be how every shop owner figures out how much to ask for booth rent? And are there any other factors to decide that amount?
Booth rent is weekly. At the time I just made sure I could cover expenses. Now I wish it was enough to be more profitable. Just have to find the right number for you.
When You Opened your Own Shop, How Far Did You Move From the original Shop that you Were Working In?
Not far. Probably a mile down the main road
THANK YOU!!! Learned so much from this video! Time to start these dreams of mine 🤩
Get it! Good luck!!!
Bro, when you said "twelve dollar haircut..." That was me for years at my grandpa's shop. I'm ready to forge my own path!
That’s rough!
We've opened up a barbershop but wondering what tools or purchases are needed to take cash payments and card payments for clients. Do we need a cash drawer. Point of Sale?
My barbers do their own point of sale. They take their own cash, Venmo or cashapp, and can use a square card reader if they want. If you wanted to run a system for everybody you could, but I don’t know much about that.
Always support you.. Sir❤
Thank you!
How much for the both rent. Do the both rent cover the store rent . How many chairs do ye meet to di something like that . Thanks man
Rent was 150 a week. And with enough chairs it covers the shop rent and bills and then some.
Indeed this is much helpful, am in Uganda trying to open up a barber shop in town... I really appreciate your tips Sir, thanks
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Thanks for the video brother! How much is booth rent per week? And do your barbers have a key to come in and cut when shop is closed/After hours cuts?
Booth rent was $150 but is now $200 since we’re headed to a brand new location. And yes they all have keys and are welcome to come and go as long as they let me know.
Your truly amazing and congratulations on 4 years later and great tips and awesome advice
Thanks Louis 👌🏻
My barber is crazy talented. He has a huge clientele and he’s trying to get out of his shop. I offered to invest in his place for part ownership. Watched this to figure out if it would be worth it.
That’s dope! Hope it works out!
Is it a good business move to open a barber shop even tho i dont cut hair? Like renting chairs ects?
I’d say it can be with the right set up. At the moment I don’t make a ton from being the owner. Just have to make sure the numbers are right
Dope vid ‼️‼️appreciate the gems Sean 🔥
Anytime!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Yesssir
Good video.. dropped some knowledge.. I m surprised other barbers in yo re city don t support smdh.. What general state/city you re in? Just curious bro.. Keep up the good work
Small town in Kentucky. They all have old school shops that haven’t changed in 15+ years, vacuum clippers, and walk ins only. 🤷🏻♂️
Cool… I’m in Ohio.. I m a Barber but 4 yrs back my son used to go UK and every Barber around the school was messing his head up.. Wish I knew about your then lol.. I ll have to check you out next time I’m in Kentucky man.. As to walk ins can t do it anymore lol I notice clients respect you more when you re appt. only vs taking walk ins plus easier to raise prices so business wise it was smart… You re right.. That old way of thinking is dead Bruh..
im 20 years old and started cutting last september and just got licensed last month i really hope to open my shop after i get my EPL !
Love your videos man! Always giving us good advice and you keep it 💯
Thank you 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
How many years you cut in another shop before opening yours.
2 years
Good soul bro hope you see your goals bruv
Appreciate it!
How do u build clientele ?? Without working in a shop yet ?
That’s tough but word of mouth and promoting on social media platforms. Good old fashioned business cards always work too
@@Seancutshair appreciate The advice and the response! Any tips on how to make my social media post stand out to get people more interested? Or should I just keep posting my cuts ? But I appreciate all your videos they really do help!
How much you charge for booth rent every week
$200
Great Video make more about opening and running a shop or building clientele or branding ect ! 👌🏼
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Awesome video, tons of value! Keep rockin'
Appreciate it! Glad it helped!
I wonder🤔...would it benefit you by supplying more content to do a live Q & A session for each video? It would be cool if we could ask u questions live. Just a thought🧠
Not sure how to go about that but that’s a good idea
@@Seancutshair instead of posting a Q &A and then answering the pre-read questions, hold it live. It would be more like holding a convo with you from the viewers POV, versus you reading them off.
More interactive. Anways, you're doing awesome homie! Just offering my sincere ideas hoping it helps.
Best video out on how to open your own shop. Subscribed and followed you on ig. Keep it up bro 💪🏻
Thank you! Much more coming!!!
Good stuff man! Interesting content from a business perspective. Maybe 1 day I’ll get there. Have to 1st get my license.
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Hey Sean I like the way you think and love your content. How do you feel about mobile barbers? Currently live in Arizona and as you might know we had the highest spikes in the world. I do eventually want to own a shop but for now want to get a cargo trailer and operate one client at a time. What's your advice??
I don’t think it’s a bad idea. Not legal here in Kentucky but if it is there go for it! Just have to figure out how to make it work for you 👍🏻
@@Seancutshair thank you brother take care!!
How much money would you say that you’ll need to start up? I know down the road you can do lil upgrades .
I put in about 18k including deposits for the unit and all equipment. Everything to open the doors
@@Seancutshair thank you brother ! I’m in the process right now to get some type of loan.
Much respect for you Sir. You have a good heart. May the Lord bless you
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awesome video bud, and interesting, am a barber from scotland.. a choose a different approach to it and i do mobile barbering, i love my job, and the reason a also choose this route, is to help others that cant leave there house and also do retired people as well. much love from scotland and keep those awesome videos coming, a new fan here :)
Thats awesome! I have a good friend that always suggested mobile barbering! So cool
@@Seancutshair aye its fun and relaxing, but at the same time rewarding, a just found your channel, your one cool guy. thx for your content man
Any license requirements to open ?
Just licensing the shop per your state regulations
Aye bro bro new sub to the channel but real talk on this one. Way to keep your head up, hope y'all are ballin out now that shits clearing up out there.
Bro I haven’t stopped! Was so glad to be back but looking forward to a long 4th of July weekend! Appreciate you!
@@Seancutshair for sure man. Thanks to the likes of you, bossio and thebarberstable it's helped me realize I needed a change during this pandemic. Rediscovered a passion so I'm gunna practice and save up this yr then go get my license next yr ✂️ better late than never.
Love seeing the comments of all these motivated barbers 🔥🔥💪🏽
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@@Seancutshair my guy ! 💯
Yo barbers knows the connects bro! I love that I ask my barber for a roofer! The dude gave me 2 connects! I love the barbershop vibes! Thanks for the share bro!
One of the best parts of the job is the people!!!
Very clear and accessible explains.
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What do you mean booth rent?
Barbers pay weekly to rent their chair
So helpful
Very helpful, thanks bro!
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This was very helpful. Thanks bro
Good to hear!
This was an awesome video xx
Thank you!!
Great IMFORMATION
Got a full series coming soon! Make sure you check that out!
What's the average booth rent
In my area 150-175 a week. My shop is 200 a week now
Great advice bro - much appreciated! 🔋
Welcome! Glad it helped!
WEK⚡SOS plate goes hard
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Thanks you!
Appreciate it a lot my boii 💪🏽💯
No problem!
How much was it to start up the barbershop ?
Right under 20k
I just got my barber license, and I wanna open a shop already , will you recommend that ?
Great info, really do appreciate the honesty 🙏🏼💯
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Whose the Marine in the shop?
We had a good friend who was the local Marine recruiter. When he moved he gave us a thank you plaque and flag!
Thank you for sharing
Welcome!
Very helpful
Glad you think so!