Episode 101: More Than a Haircut

This week's episode is the first of its kind on the 280+ Podcast with a Point of View candid conversation with my barber Tyrik Jackson as I'm getting usual haircut. Hear about Tyrik's career that spans 30 years and his rise from apprentice to reaching his ultimate goal of owning and operating his very own barber school, Premier Barber Institute. Plus, some bonus solo coverage on some trending topics Topics: Introduction: Celebrating 100 episodes: A special thanks to all the guests, the growing audience, and those who had a hand in the show behind the scenes.  Challenges of Finding New Barber: When looking for a new barber in a new town, just ask the local women Providing More Than a Haircut: We talk about pricing, the value of a haircut, and what Tyrik does when he's overbooked.  Different Barber Paths: We talk about the evolution of the barber world, doing trade shows, and how sponsorships were the big thing back in the day. Developing My Own Brand: Tyrik talks about building his brand and how he's always been a few steps ahead of the curve when it comes to marketing. Reaching My Ultimate Goal: More than anything Mr. Jackson wanted to open up his own barber school because they didn't exist when he first started and his dream came to fruition with Premier Barber Institute.  The Threshold to a Dream: A unique story about how Tyrik and his mom found a passion in the same field the day he applied to cosmetology school.  Solo Wrap Up: To close the show I go solo to talk about the Oscars including what people perceive as an award snub for Angela Bassett. I also talk about a controversial topic that I feel more women aren't being vocal about since the shoe is on the other foot.