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Beyond Technical Skills: What Today's Hairstylists Need To Build a Lasting Career

Technical skills will always be the foundation of a hairstylist's career, but they're no longer the only skills that matter. In Part 2 of BTC's exclusive conversation with KEVIN.MURPHY, Editorial Director Steph Bong sat down with Rocky Rumpel (@rockyrumpel), General Manager of North America, and Sarah Lund (@sarah.lovekm), Director of Education, to discuss how education

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Ashlee Norman: Why the Industry is Relearning What Makes an Educator

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Interview With Madison Reed Founder

Interview With Madison Reed Founder

Discover the story of Madison Reed Founder Amy Errett's unique business pivot during COVID.

@amyerrett, @marybehindthechair

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The Legend Gets Real: Chris McMillan

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Ashlee Norman (@ashleenormanhair) is known globally for her education skills and commanding stage presence, but in 2007, when she joined Bumble and bumble as a network educator, she had a lot to learn. Now, after building a career as one of the industry’s most respected educators and cutters, she returns during the brand’s new

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Why Keune Has Quietly Built One of the Most Loyal Followings in the Industry

The 100-Year-Old Brand That’s Still Innovating Behind The Chair: Meet Keune In an industry driven by newness (new launches, new color lines, new “must-try” products), loyalty is rare. Hairstylists are constantly testing, rotating and searching for something better; so, when a brand quietly builds a following of professionals who don’t switch, it’s worth asking why.

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On Set With Amika in NYC: Inside the "On Your Wavelength" Campaign That Celebrates Hairstylists

We Went On Set With amika: Here’s How “On Your Wavelength” Came To Life BTC was on the ground in New York City for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at amika’s newest campaign, “On Your Wavelength.” Designed to capture the unspoken connection between stylist and client, the campaign blends high-performance haircare with real, human emotion. Through

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Saphira Greenberg, Founder & CEO: Building a Brand From the Dead Sea

How Saphira Took Positive Psychology & 26 Minerals To Build A Haircare Brand Over a late night dinner aboard a ship in The Bahamas, we sat down with Saphira Greenberg, the Founder and CEO of Saphira Hair. After spending a weekend with her family, team and educators on a celebratory trip at sea—we felt the

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COLORBRAIN™: Leland is Back

Leland unveils revolutionary Fashion Color Care systems that could transform how salons and clients approach color maintenance.

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Interview With Virtue Labs Founder

Interview With Virtue Labs Founder

Gain insights from Mary Rector and Melisse Shaban as they share straight talk about reaching the pinnacle of the beauty business.

@marybehindthechair, @melisseshaban

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