117: Barber Deep Dive: Simon Shaw of Wahl
About this episode
Simon Shaw discusses his role at Wahl and the importance of continuous education in the barber industry.
In this exclusive Deep Dive, Anthony Laban travels to the Wahl UK Headquarters to sit down with a true industry titan: Simon Shaw. Recently appointed as the Director of Education, Simon oversees training and artistic standards across 62 countries. With 26 years at the world’s biggest clipper corporation, Simon pulls back the curtain on the "Hard Graft" that people don't see - from the 20-week lead-up to global exhibitions to the ruthless precision required to select and retain a "Creme de la Creme" artistic team. This episode is a masterclass in professional mindset, business longevity and cultural leadership. Simon cuts through the social media hype to explain why "knowing how to fade" is just the entry point and why the real masters are those who never stop investing in their education. Simon challenges the ego of the modern stylist and provides a blueprint for those who actually want to scale their business and leave a legacy. Follow Simon! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonshaw_ss SUBSCRIBE TO THE NOBLE BARBERS CAREERS & ADVICE APP! 👇 Website: https://www.thenoblebarber.co.uk FOLLOW US 🐂 ✂️ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thenoblebarberpodcast Instagram…
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