Passion and dedication required

Hairdressing offers career choices that not many other professions can match with opportunities to work in a salon or freelance, in the UK or overseas, on stage, television and photographic shoots - where the only limitations are those that the individual places on them self.

Monday night can't come soon enough for the finalists and nominees in HJ's British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional, and I know it is an old cliché, but it really is the taking part that's important when you look at the phenomenal standard of work that will be on display. To be recognised as one of the very best in your field is a fantastic achievement but it is the desire and passion to win, that sets people apart. All of our finalists and nominees are absolutely dedicated to the art of hairdressing, pushing the creative boundaries and acting in a professional and ambassadorial role when the opportunity arises. Always looking for new products, innovations and techniques and ensuring they are leading from the front in developing hair trends and the next 'must have' cut or colour technique. Keeping their knowledge up-to-date and knowing what the trend for the coming season will be; combined with a constant desire to improve and continue learning is what makes great hairdressers truly great.

Jayne x

PS Keep up-to-date with all the action, as it happens on Monday by logging onto www.hji.co.uk/events/british-hairdressing-awards/