Apprentices speak out – mitch bromley at barrie stephen

Published 18th Mar 2018 by laurahusband

For the Apprentices Speak Out series, we've tracked down the rising stars of our industry to find out what inspired them to become a hairdresser, their biggest achievements so far and quizzed them about how we can attract more talent to our industry. Full name: Mitch Bromley Age: 19 Job title:Barber apprentice Salon: Barrie Stephen Date joined the salon: March 2016 Instagram: @mitvch_

Why did you become an apprentice? I knew someone who worked at the salon and I’d followed their career journey and wanted a part of that. [caption id="attachment_51987" align="alignnone" width="300"]

The Barbers Lounge team.[/caption] What do you love most about your job? Meeting new people, building relationships and seeing the Barbers Lounge grow. What’s your ultimate dream? I can’t wait to qualify and have my own clients. I feel that I’m in my dream job as it gives me an outlet for all of my creativity. What’s your biggest achievement so far? Achieving my A-Levels in graphics, fine art and photography and landing my job at Barrie Stephen’s Barbers Lounge. What advice would you give to salons on the hunt for juniors? Find someone who fits with your brand. It has to be a fit on both sides. [caption id="attachment_51986" align="alignnone" width="298"] Barrie with Mitch

Barrie Stephen and Mitch.[/caption]

Barrie Stephen salon owner, Barrie Stephen says:

“Star quality comes with a star attitude.  I always look at will over skill. Take the right person for the right job with focus, grit, dedication but most importantly the passion to be the best they can be.”