Cut Through Fear...How Courage Crafts the Confident Stylist

Hey, fearless tress snipper and dream shaper,

Ever stood at the doorway of your salon, shears in hand, heart in your throat, wondering if you have what it takes? If you're nodding while contemplating whether to hide in the breakroom, this one's for you.

Let's spill a not-so-secret secret: Courage, darling, is the prelude to confidence. Think of it as the daring little spark before the blaze. It’s not about banishing fear but doing the cha-cha with it. Dancing through the doubt.

Courage First, Confidence Follows

Imagine this: You’re about to attempt a technique that's as tricky as explaining TikTok to your grandma. Your hands? Shaky. Your heart? Doing the cha-cha. Your mind? Screaming, "Let’s stick to the usual, shall we?" But then, something magical happens. You do it scared. And, voilà, not only does the hair turn out fabulously, but you also discover a little more of that elusive thing called confidence.

You see, courage isn’t about being fearless. It’s about being terrified and still, as Beyoncé would say, putting a ring on it. Or, in our case, putting a drape on your client and going for gold.

Digging Deep into the Courage Well

"But where," you ask, "do I find this courage?" Look no further than the mirror (and no, not just to admire your fabulous hair). Courage lives in the stories you tell yourself about what you’re capable of. It's fueled by every "I can" whispered in the face of a daunting "But what if I can't?"

Want a courage booster shot? Surround yourself with the stories of stylists who’ve walked through fire (figuratively, unless you’re into some really avant-garde session work). Let their journeys remind you that everyone starts somewhere, often with knees knocking and hands trembling.

Leaping with Legs of Jelly

Here’s a not-so-radical proposal: Do one thing every day that scares you. Maybe it’s trying a new technique, asking for a testimonial, or even raising your prices. Yes, you might flop. Or you might fly. Spoiler: It’s often the latter.

Remember, change is like a shy cat. It won’t come out when you’re comfortable, sitting on the couch watching reruns of "Friends." You’ve got to shake the treat bag of life to lure it into the open.

The Stylist’s Mantra: Do It Scared

Let “do it scared” be your battle cry. Because on the other side of fear lies not just confidence, but a world where your dreams are trimmed and styled to perfection.

And when you find yourself facing the wild unknown, shears quivering in your grip, remember: every snip, every color, every style you’ve ever admired started with someone’s courage to try, to fail, and to try again.

To the Courageous Go the Curls

So, to you, the stylist on the brink of greatness, I say: Leap. The net will appear. And if it doesn’t, build it on the way down. You are capable of extraordinary things. The courage you dig up today is the confidence you'll wear tomorrow.

And if you need a little nudge, a pep talk, or just a place to share your wins and losses, remember: I’m here, cheering you on, ready to witness the amazing stylist you’re destined to become. Because, in this salon called life, courage is your best style statement.

On top of this blog, I also host the popular 'Your Hair Mentor' podcast (which is an amazing resource for inspiration and courage-getting goodness). And I send out weekly newsletters with stories, tips, resources and more. Get on the list, tune into the podcast, and start building your courage and your confidence today!

Keep showing up courageously, Crystal

P.S. Confidence might not come easy, but remember, in the world of hair, courage is your hottest accessory. Wear it with pride.