Walking across the stage at hair school is an exhilarating moment. You’ve mastered the color wheel, you’ve survived the mannequin heads, and you’ve finally earned your license. However, for many new stylists, the first year in a salon feels like a cold shower. While beauty schools are excellent at teaching technical safety and foundational skills, there is a growing consensus that two major components are missing from the curriculum: Mentorship and Business 101. MENTORSHIP In

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