27 | Hair Consultation Tips: How to Guide Your Client to the Right Style Even When They Want Something Else

Not sure what to do when a client shows you a photo? Every hairstylist has been there… A client sits in your chair, shows you an inspiration photo, and you’re thinking: 👉 “Will this actually work for them?” But you don’t want to second-guess yourself… and you definitely don’t want to lead them in the wrong direction. What You’ll Learn in This Episode In this episode of Cutting Through It, Sherri breaks down how to confidently handle that moment — so you can stop guessing and start guiding your clients like a professional. You’ll learn how to: • Look at a hair photo and quickly assess if it will work • Understand what a haircut actually requires (not just how it looks) • Evaluate your client’s hair type, density, and head shape • Ask better consultation questions to avoid mistakes • Communicate with confidence, even when a style isn’t the right fit • Guide your client into a look that works for them Why This Matters When you don’t take the time to properly assess a photo and your client, it can lead to: ❌ Haircuts that don’t match expectations ❌ Loss of client trust ❌ Clients not returning But when you know how to read both the photo and the client… 👉 you build trust 👉 you feel more confident 👉 and your clients start seeing you as the professional This Episode Is for You If: ✔ You feel unsure when clients show you inspiration photos ✔ You want to build more confidence behind the chair ✔ You struggle with knowing what will actually work for your client ✔ You want to improve your consultations and communication ✔ You’re ready to stop guessing and start leading FREE RESOURCES Free Tutorial + Checklist: 5 Ways to Get More Clients in Your Chair Discover five practical strategies you can start using today to attract more of the right clients and build a stronger business. https://www.onpointhairbysherri.com/free-training Visit My Website Explore free resources, courses, podcast episodes, and tools to help you build a thriving career behind the chair. https://www.onpointhairbysherri.com Join My Free Facebook Community Connect with other hairstylists who are building their businesses with confidence, clarity, and support. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2749808815367908/ Follow Me YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook: @onpointhairbysherri Enjoying the Podcast? If you've been listening for a while and haven't hit subscribe yet, now's a great time — so you never miss an episode. And if you know another hairstylist who needs to hear this one, send it their way; it might be exactly what they need this week. I'd also love it if you left a review — I read every single one, and it helps this podcast reach more hairstylists just like you. Email Me I'd love to hear from you! If this episode encouraged you or you have a question you'd like me to cover on a future episode, send me an email. [email protected]