The Noble Barber

Happy New Year to all! We’re back in Liverpool for the conclusion of our conversation with Romeo the Barber and Pete Cranfield. In this episode, we move past the origins and dive straight into the heart of the modern industry: the debate between the traditional shop floor and the rise of the private studio. Pete and Romeo discuss why young barbers might be rushing into solo spaces too soon, missing out on the "brotherhood," the banter and the vital "degree-less therapy" that only happens in a busy shop…The guys also get incredibly honest about the "celebrity barber" lifestyle. Romeo shares the hidden side of cutting world-class footballers - from the literal shakes of cutting a star for the first time to the frustration of waiting hours in a hotel room for a 20-minute trim while your shop's "bread and butter" clients are waiting back home. Finally, we end with a masterclass in "Haircut Math" Romeo and Pete drop some hard truths about financial discipline, why you shouldn't finance a Premier League lifestyle on a barber's wage and how to view every luxury purchase through the lens of how many heads you have to cut to afford it…Follow Romeo! https://www.instagram.com/romeothebarberFollow Pete! https://www.instagram.com/petejcranfieldSUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.ukFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

Welcome back to our Deep Dive limited series exploring the true stories behind the industry's biggest names. In this episode, we sit down with Jord Roberts, the Brand Director of BarbersNo1. From starting as an unsure apprentice 14 years ago to overseeing a brand with 16 locations and three training academies, Jord’s journey is the ultimate blueprint for career growth within a large company.Jord opens up about his "best failure" - being denied a job after his first apprenticeship - and how that setback fueled his drive to find a company with a bigger vision. He discusses the early days of BarbersNo1, when they were just a five-man team pioneering the "neon light and DJ" shop vibe in Liverpool, long before it became an industry standard. Jord reveals the mindset required to scale, explaining why he stayed loyal to the brand instead of opening his own studio: "I’d much rather be a part of something bigger... the growth opportunities are endless"We also go behind the scenes of Jord’s high-profile clientele. He shares the legendary story of how a trainee running out to a car at a red light led to an 8-year relationship with Liverpool's elite players, eventually taking Jord to Brazil national team camps to cut Neymar and the world's biggest stars. Whether you’re an apprentice or a shop owner, this episode is a masterclass in professional management, building local culture and the power of traditional employment in a modern world.

Welcome to our new limited series, Barber Deep Dive, where over the course of December we slow down the conversation to truly explore the full, inspiring stories of key industry figures. We begin with the extraordinary journey of Anthony Hutton, the Big Brother winner who channeled his personal struggle into profound purpose…Anthony shares the wild origins of his career, from being an obsessive footballer and ‘closet hairdresser’ to landing a job as a 1970s disco dancer before entering the Big Brother house. His high-profile win led to a brutal crash: his fame dried up, leaving him with a crippling ego and financial ruin that forced him back home. He details his life-changing comeback by moving back into the industry he loved to open Mr. Hutton's Barbers and Bar. The heart of this episode lies in his vital work for men's mental health. Anthony explains that the confidential conversations in his barber chair, combined with the loss of his grandmother, sparked the powerful "Never Throw In The Towel" project. Hear how he uses the safe, non-judgmental space of the barber chair to combat the UK's "blokey culture" and provide men with the safe space to talk, calling this life of impact "the thing I'm most proud of" in his careerFollow Anthony:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theanthonyhuttonThe Never Throw In The Towel Project:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverthrowinthetowelprojectFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

Anthony Laban is joined by Eoin McCarthy and Leigh Winsor of Unlimited Business Coaching for Part 2, focusing on achieving the ‘unlimited life’ of financial freedom and professional impact…This episode dives into an essential question: Why get a coach when you can take a course? They explain that while a course offers a snapshot of possibility, coaching provides the implementation and accountability required to transform your business. They introduce the concept of designing your entire business to align with your desired life of money, impact, and freedom, rather than letting the business define your life.The conversation then shifts to the Guilt-Free Pricing System - a bulletproof method developed to raise rates without client objection. They stress the fundamental problem is psychology, not skill, urging barbers to address their money story and the deep-seated fear that they are "robbing the poor" by charging appropriately.Follow Unlimited! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlimitedbusinesscoachingFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

Anthony Laban travels to London to finally sit down with Eoin McCarthy and Leigh Winsor of Unlimited Business Coaching to cut through the crap on the business psychology of the hair industry. This is essential listening for any barber struggling with burnout or stagnation…Chapters:00:00:00 — Intro Trailer00:03:01 — How the Coaching Union Started: From Hair Competition to Business Partners00:05:55 — The Lockdown Catalyst: When Education Became a Business00:13:50 — The Core Problem: Why Hair Skills Alone Don't Guarantee Profit00:15:00 — The Freedom Filter: Shelving Ideas That Violate Your Values00:18:36 — The Business Lie: Why Businesses Shut Down and Barbers Are Afraid to Raise Prices00:20:18 — Feelings vs. Facts: Why You Must Follow the Numbers, Not Guilt00:21:50 — Financial Literacy: If You Don't Know Your Numbers, You Don't Know Your Life00:24:28 — Get Creative: The Solution is Always a Business Problem00:27:09 — Stop Blaming Others: You Are the Biggest Obstacle in Your Way00:29:50 — The Leadership Rule: Why Training Staff is Essential (Even if They Leave)00:32:00 — Curiosity & Gratitude: The Entrepreneurial MindsetEoin & Leigh tackle the uncomfortable truth: perfection doesn't pay the bills. They argue that mastering a perfect haircut is useless if you haven't mastered business strategy, revealing why a focus on creative skill alone often leads to a failure to profit. They emphasize that most barbershop problems are actually "you problems" - rooted in emotional attachment to the business and a lack of ambition that keeps owners afraid to raise prices.Learn why you must adopt a critical thinking mindset, stop relying on old stories and emotions and start making decisions based on binary facts and numbers to achieve true success!Follow Unlimited! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlimitedbusinesscoachingFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

Anthony Laban is back in Bellingham with new owners Blade Cut and Sid Da Barber for Part 2. They revisit the core value of competition, explaining why winning awards isn't about the trophy, but about showcasing your creative work and boosting the shop's energy…The episode then shifts to the critical theme of responsibility and team culture: Sid & Blade share why a boss has a huge moral and financial responsibility to their staff, treating them like family and leading by example - not just by paying them. They emphasise the importance of finding a "hungry" and dedicated apprentice who views the role as a mutual investment rather than just a job. Also by prioritising your team's loyalty and happiness, you build a sustainable business that genuinely beats the high burnout rate of the industry…Follow Blade & Sid!Sid Da Barber: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siddabarberBlade: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam_bladecutbarberFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

Anthony Laban is back at Diligence in Guildford for Part 2 with owner Tom Hoffman and Fin Addison. They dive deeper into their business strategy highlighting the single biggest reason barbers lose clients: the failure to sell products…Tom reveals their strategic solution for transforming retail from a burden into a profit centre, focusing on treating product recommendation as an essential professional service - not just an upsell. They detail how they use staff commission, competitions and immersive product nights to motivate their team and move units (selling 300-400 products per month!) by ensuring everyone believes in the brand. The discussion also covers why having a team - the "banter and community" - is crucial for mental health, helping barbers avoid the stress and isolation of a solo career.Follow Diligents 👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diligents_salonsFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.

Anthony Laban hosts a live panel from the Barber Connect stage with industry veterans Dan Gregory, Joth Davies and Sid Barber to tackle the digital world of men's hair. This episode cuts through the crap on social media, with the panel getting honest about the pros and cons of building a brand online…They discuss why consistency is more important than obsessiveness and share their top tips on how to create an authentic content strategy without spending a fortune on advertising! Learn how to use social media to attract the clients you want, and how to find inspiration in a world of constant content.Follow Dan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangregoryhairFollow Joth:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joth_daviesFollow Sid:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siddabarberFOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenoblebarberpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenoblebarberCredits:Filmed & Edited by HAMLIN STUDIOS: https://www.instagram.com/hamlinstudios/?hl=en-gbTHE NOBLE BARBER PODCAST Hosted by industry professional and award-winning barber Anthony Laban. Joined weekly by industry professionals to talk about barbering, becoming and maintaining a barber shop, hiring, employment, money and cutting through the crap of the industry.