Starting a mobile hairdressing business may be suitable for individuals who have an entrepreneurial spirit or want to break free from employers. A mobile hairdressing business differs from other hairdressing businesses, because you go to your clients' homes rather than have them come to a salon to receive your services.
You must handle the legal and practical aspects of running a mobile hairdressing business before packing up your car and offering your hairdressing services. Legal matters include organizing your business taxes, getting proper licenses and completing a business registration in the state in which you operate your business.
Note that formal hair styling qualifications are quite necessary in order to succeed in this venture. Due to the intense competition in this field, excellent training is essential in order to attract more clients. Choose a cosmetology school that is renowned for training hair stylists.
After sorting out the legal, training and registration issues, you then move on to the next steps.
Step 1: Get The Necessary Items
Find a room in your home or a storage area for your hairdressing inventory. Purchase curling and flat irons, rollers, hairdryers, hair scissors, combs, brushes, shampoos, conditioner and client covers to wear during the cutting. Check your inventory once per week or month to determine whether you need to order more inventory items. Order your inventory directly from the manufacturer if possible to save money.
Step 2: Media and Publicity
Create a logo that can be printed on your hairdressing apron and as a sticker for your car. Market your haircutting business and logo wherever you go for maximum exposure. Use the logo on postcards and brochures you can leave at facilities where potential customers are found. Create a website that outlines all your services and prices.
Step 3: Be Organized
Purchase a large calendar to keep track of all your clients' appointments and the services required. Write in detail what services each client requires so you know what to pack in your car when you leave for the appointment.
Sources - smallbusiness.chron.com, www.evergreenbeauty.edu
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