112: Barber College vs. Shop Reality: What They Don't Teach w/ Kevin Luchmun & Roxanne Batt
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The episode discusses the gap between barber college education and real-world shop experiences with insights from Kevin Luchmun and Roxanne Batt.
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY THE LONDON SCHOOL OF BARBERING! Use Our Exclusive Code ‘noblebarber26’ for £250 off their 9 & 12 Week NVQ Level Courses 👇 Website: https://www.londonschoolofbarbering.com/ In Part 2 of our conversation with Kevin Luchmun & Roxanne Batt, we dive deep into the reality of scaling a brand while maintaining a "soul" Kevin reveals his "Avengers" philosophy to hiring - where every barber has a unique superpower - and explains why he actively encourages his staff to one day open their own shop… We get a unfiltered look at the "madness" of Kevin's global schedule, from 10-hour flights to 5 AM clients and why he believes the current college system is failing the next generation by focusing on scripts instead of life skills. Roxanne shares the "fire in the belly" required to step onto a stage like the Barber Bash and why she views the Hartford shop as her "baby" Whether you're a junior barber or a shop owner eyeing a second location, this episode is a masterclass in managing risk, avoiding ego-driven decisions and the power of networking! Follow Kevin! https://www.instagram.com/kevinluchman Follow Roxanne! https://www.instagram.com/batt_hair FOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️…
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