We asked insiders and experts from various industries to tell us something they think outsiders are unaware of and we’ve shared a few of those responses below.

Katie Vargo | Stylist, trainer & shareholder

I think alot of people think we are “just hairstylist”. We get to do so much more than that. The connections and friends I’ve made through my career are priceless. Also it’s not just a hobby career, there is so much you can do with a cosmetology license. There are many avenues you can take to build your career while still enjoying showing up everyday! Read more>>

Becky Grywalski | Stylist, salon coach and shareholder

One thing I think outsiders are probably unaware of, is how much time and education we put into becoming the best stylist to keep up on the current hair trends. Read more>>

Brandon Hurles | YouTuber, Content Creator, Streamer, & Podcaster

Working in content creation, YouTube, podcasting, writing, etc isn’t easy . People have the misconception that it’s not real work, and you do very little and you get paid for it. It’s just simply not the truth. I’ve worked in many different fields of work since the age of 14. It’s the hardest, most stressful thing I’ve ever done, especially if you’re active on every major platform. It’s also the most rewarding and fulfilling thing I’ve ever done outside of music. Read more>>

Paul Patterson | Operations Manager & Production Assistant

Anyone not in a particular industry or business, usually have no idea of how that industry or business operates, or how to achieve an industry standard or a return on investment. Many people are unaware of some of the processes or steps needed to turn their idea into an industry standard product or service, In the movie industry, there is a lot that goes on behind a camera, and even more before and after a camera is ever turned on and off. Most people are unaware of how much work is put into productions, and how many jobs are involved, rather it be an audio or visual production. In music production, many musicians publish content unaware of copyrighting the material with the Library of Congress, or registering it with a publishing right society. In general, many people are unaware of how many transferable skills they already posses that prepares them for various industry positions, and unaware of the proper forms to fill out to take them to top tier of thier industry. Read more>>