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Achieve your highest potential in barber college with inside tips and mentorship from master barber Craig Charles, owner of Craig's Crown Cutz barbershop and Crown Cutz Academy of Barber & Style. On Barber College Success walks you through how to choose a barber college, how to make the most of your first three months, the differences between barbers and cosmetologists, and why barbering is such a huge business opportunity. Shared with love the Johnson City, TN way.

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    • Sep 11, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 15 EPISODES


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    Client consultation: The most important part of the cut

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 61:26


    On today's episode, Craig Charles of Crown Cutz Academy talks with his panelists about why successful client consultations can make the difference between being a cutter and being a master barber.

    Mr. State Exam teaches us how to succeed on state barber exams

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 63:03


    On today's episode of Barber College Success, Crown Cutz Academy founder Craig Charles is talking to Thomas James, also known as Mr. State Exam. Thomas James is a United States Air Force Veteran turned Licensed Cosmetologist and Barber Instructor. Before finding his love behind the chair, James graduated from Austin Peay State University with a degree in Political Science. As a State Board Preparations Instructor, he helped raise his school's license rate to the highest in Tennessee. James has taught on numerous platforms such as Premiere Orlando, Premiere Birmingham, Premiere Philadelphia, Bronner Brothers in Atlanta, International Beauty Show (IBS) New York and IBS Las Vegas. He has also has worked with the Original Barber Brand "Major League Barbers" all over the United State

    What Do Shop Owners Expect

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 50:00


    In today's episode of Barber College Success, Craig Charles of Crown Cutz Academy sits down with master barber Micah Taylor of TaylorMade Barbershop to talk about how barber college students can prepare themselves to be attractive hires for barber shop owners.

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    Beyond the Classroom

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 31:40


    On today's episode of Barber College Success, Crown Cutz Academy founder Craig Charles talks about all the ways Crown Cutz Academy supports its students with events outside the classroom. You'll hear about Fades & Flows, Wine & Reggae, Community Day, and

    What Would You Do Differently?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 46:50


    In today's episode of Barber College Success, Crown Cutz Academy owner Craig Charles interviews Darius Gardner and Hunter Davis about what they'd do differently to be even more successful in barber college.

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    From the Customer's Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 36:46


    If you're an aspiring master barber and want to know how to create great relationships with your clients, today's episode is for you. Craig Charles, owner of Crown Cutz Academy barber college, is in the studio talking with two real customers, Jessica Edmisten and Coach Steve Sanchez about what they like, don't like, and expect from their hair cut experience.

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    Elements of Success with Dr. Terence Hicks and Dr. Jeffrey Alston

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 56:58


    In this week's episode of Barber College Success, Craig Charles brings in heavy hitters from East Tennessee State University to talk about how to succeed in any learning environment. Dr. Terence Hicks and Dr. Jeffrey Alston share the building blocks and tools that create an extraordinary results.

    The Role of Barbers in Positive Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 53:53


    Crown Cutz Academy is bring you a very special episode of Barber College Success today. On today's show, Craig Charles interviews the men behind The Confess Project, an initiative promoting mental health for young men of color by training barbers to be advocates. You'll hear from The Confess Project founder Lorenzo Lewis, membership and engagement director Darnell Rice, and DJ Raw as they talk about the incredible power a barber has to shape and change men's lives. Check out The Confess Project online at www.theconfessproject.com

    7. A Huge Opportunity for Female Barbers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 53:42


    In today's episode of Barber College Success, your host Craig Charles from Crown Cutz Academy sits down with a panel of female barbers to talk about their experience in the industry, what led them to get trained as master barbers, and the unique opportunities that exists for female barbers.

    Career Changers Becoming Master Barbers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 57:30


    In today's episode Craig talks with students Tim, Ryan, DeVaun, and Shane about coming into barbering from another career. You'll learn why it's never to late to change the path you're on and pursue something you're passionate about. Barber College Success is hosted by Craig Charles and is a production of Crown Cutz Academy.

    Your billion dollar opportunity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 55:50


    On today's episode of Barber College Success, Crown Cutz Academy founder Craig Charles is back in the studio with a panel of barbers to discuss the massive opportunity that awaits in the personal care industry. Tune in to hear all the different ways to tap into a lucrative career in barbering.

    The difference between a barber and a cosmetologist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 40:46


    In today's episode of Barber College Success, Crown Cutz Academy owner Craig Charles is talking with a panel of guests about the difference between barbering and cosmetology.

    The First 8 Weeks at Barber College

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 35:23


    Choosing a barber college can be tough, but it's a lot easier if you know what to expect. In today's episode, Craig is joined by students Chris Woods and Gary Pearson to talk about their experience getting started at Crown Cutz Academy.

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    How To Choose A Barber College

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 25:43


    In today's episode, Craig and Crown Cutz Academy Marketing Assistant, Julia Cox, sits down to answer some questions about how to choose a barber college. Craig shares answers to questions like: What should I look for? How do I know a school is good? Can I work another job while I go to school? How long does it take to finish barber college? Will I be able to find a job after barber college? How much does barber college cost?

    Barber College Success Podcast Intro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 1:07


    An intro to the Barber College Success podcast created by Craig Charles of Crown Cutz Academy, LLC. A barber college located in Johnson City, TN serving the Tri-Cities area. This podcast was created to help the aspiring barber make a decision when it comes to getting into the field and what it takes to succeed. Craig shares his extensive experience as a barber, shop owner, and instructor to help guide current and future barbers on their career paths.

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