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Cosmetology Myths: BUSTED by Kirstin Holiday Throughout my cosmetology career I have heard many myths regarding cosmetology and attending cosmetology school. As a Hays Academy of Hair Design graduate and a current instructor, I would like to bring to light and bust the myths I have heard over the years. 1. Cosmetology school is the…

HELP…Protect our Industry by Danielle Markley Did you know 30% of jobs in the United States require a license?  In the 1950’s this number was much lower, around 5%!  This 5% simply was for doctors, dentists, and lawyers.  But today a large percent of professions require a license to practice such as realtors, electricians, insurance…

When you are leading a team, you are sometimes faced with opportunities for growth and expansion.  Though these changes can be difficult and even scary, true leaders persevere and build an even higher level of trust from their followers by displaying courage and strength.  T.R.A.I.N. is an acronym used to guide decision making processes within…

As a cosmetologist, you don’t have to have a specific type of personality to connect with your future clients. Listening, being honest, and providing styling and product advice are a few great ways to build your relationship with clients. Learn more on what you can do to become a successful cosmetologist!

Being a Single Mother while in Cosmetology School by Ashley Paulson It seems that in each class we start quarterly, there are a handful of students that are playing the role of both mother and father to a child, or children. When I get to hearing their stories and the journey that brought them to…

Wella Trend Vision by Kirstin Holliday Competition, by definition, is the act or process of trying to get or win something (such as a prize or a higher level of success) that someone else is also trying to get or win. At Hays Academy we encourage students to enter many competitions while they are in…

  Successful Careers Begin with Job Shadowing Hays Academy of Hair Design students seeking jobs in the Central and Western Kansas areas will often times find themselves with a list of their top ten salons in hand and may have been contacted by a few of them. This is a phenomenal situation to be in,…

“If you fail to plan, plan to fail!” We have all heard this phrase before, and many of us have probably experienced it in one way, shape or form. This doesn’t have to be the case with your career in cosmetology! Often times, students find themselves in a position to discover more about the salon(s)…

One thing we love about the beauty industry is how meaningful your career can be! In cosmetology, you’re impacting lives daily. Learn more about seeking meaningful employment in cosmetology!