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By : Tony Jacowsk

A career in cosmetology is very exciting and creative – you are rewarded the moment the customer leaves the salon, content and with a smile.

Cosmetology is a 60 billion-dollar industry, is stable and provides endless opportunities to graduates. Due to the nature of the work, it cannot be outsourced to another country. A cosmetologist can work anywhere in the country, part-time, full-time or even independently. Last year in the United States, there were 600,000-salon positions open.

Here Are Some Cosmetology Career Options That You Could Consider:

1. Do you love traveling? Want to become a stylist on a cruise liner or a luxury resort? You can also select places according to your weather preference. For example, you can work in Mexico if want to follow the sun in winter or work in a cooler place if you want to avoid the unbearable summer heat.

2. In cosmetology, you will be introduced to the exciting world of glamor and glitz. You can become a stylist for celebrities, and get a chance to work with leading international celebrities and models. If you have outstanding talent and creativity, then you could also work behind the scenes in the entertainment industry.

3. If you are a licensed Cosmetologist, then you can even pursue management positions in the corporate world. Big cosmetic companies offer lucrative sales positions, which can later lead to a higher paying marketing position.

4. If you don’t want to work in the corporate world, you can become a manager of a large beauty salon where you will be responsible for the personal management, inventory control, payrolls and sales, training and even marketing.

5. If you prefer to be a boss, then you have a couple of options. If you are ready to take risk in finance, then you could open up a salon; another alternative would be to lease space from a salon owner. In this way, you can work with your customers at your own convenience.

6. Why not try teaching? This is a gratifying and a satisfying career choice. Many experienced cosmetologists take advanced courses to become instructors at private beauty schools, community colleges or vocational schools. As a trainer, you can share your knowledge and skills with aspiring beauticians and cosmetologists.

7. Are you a good writer? Then you can use your education and experience in cosmetology to write articles in your free time. Due to your hands-on experience, you will have lots of knowledge to share with readers who are interested in beauty tips or who want to know more about the beauty industry. This can also lead to a full time career as a writer or editor of a beauty magazine or website.

8. There is rapid growth in nursing due to the huge aging population and other home care and assisted living facilities. These facilities have on site salons. If you like working with active seniors to enhance their appearance, then this type of work can be quite gratifying.

There are many career options in the field of cosmetology. With a little research and the right training, you can find the one that is right for you. i

What do you do when you have to find models for class or your first salon interview?  If you live in Chicago or New York, you can use a website called www.SalonApprentice.com.  Some schools will require that you bring in models to perform techniques like a perm or a blunt bob haircut.  These techniques are easy to learn, but sometimes hard to do and it is important that you get as much training with models before taking your own clients.  SalonApprentice.com was started by an apprentice that wanted a better way of finding models for advanced training classes.  It is a FREE website that allows any training apprentice, or beauty school student, to post an ad for a Free or discounted hair service.  This site is only to be used for training purposes, not to build a clientele!  If you live in Chicago or New York, many people already know about the website and check it weekly for postings from students or salon apprentices.

Distance learning is a relatively new concept for the beauty industry, but for Vivienne Mackinder, it was her dream come true. Vivienne, former artistic director for Trevor Sorbie, has taken her years of experience to an online audience. She now offers online courses in coloring, styling, and hairdressing that is unparalleled by any other online course; it is called http://www.HairDesignerTV.com.

Here are the TOP 5 Reasons to enroll in a Distance Learning Class:
1. Learn from masters like Vivienne from the comfort of your own home
2. Save money on travelling expenses and invest in better tools with the money you save
3. Learning new techniques keep your clients happy
4. Join a worldwide community while chatting live with Vivienne Mackinder
5. Teach your boss what you’ve learned and get a raise or start advanced education courses at your salon

Whether you are in Beauty School or in a salon, online distance learning should be apart of your regular toolkit.

Create your own success in a salon!

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Uncle Sam wants to create more jobs to stimulate the economy and get America back on its feet.  What can you do to help this sluggish economy?  The Beauty Industry is a unique field because it is virtually recession proof.  Women will always have a desire to be pampered in the salon and men have become more open to spa-like services.  When people want to forget about the negative news, they look for an escape.  That is where beauty professionals can step up and make a difference in this world.  Depending on your committment to service and desire to entertain your clients, people will come to the salon or spa to “escape” – put their worries behind and drift off into pure relaxation.

I have asked many stylists in that past few weeks how business has been in light of the news.  Not surprisingly, the stylists are still booking many clients and have not seen a change in business.  Interestingly, some of them are getting busier!  In one case, I was told by a stylist that she was actually getting referrals from her other clients because when people are at risk of losing their jobs, they want to keep their appearance updated, fresh and ready for opportunities.

Working in a salon is very rewarding and has been rated as one of the highest “job satisfaction” careers by a national survey.  In just 9 months, you can attend beauty school and be licensed to start a new career – that is smart in this economy.  Remember, you get back what you put into this industry, so if you are willing to work hard, continue your education, and are good with people, then uncle sam wants you to stimulate our economy and put money in your pocket!

Finding a beauty school can be a daunting task.  Keep in mind that it is easier to work in the same state that you attend school because each state has different licensing requirements.   My advice is to use a directory of Beauty Schools and contact the admissions department for a tour.  Y

ou will find the school that fits you

after taking a tour of a couple of schools

.  Not are schools are the same, and it is possible to find the perfect school for you.  Probably the best way to find a school is to locate a salon in your area that you want to work in.  Ask for the owner or salon manager and ask them what school they hire from.  Many schools have strong relationships

with salons, and it is important to get involved with schools that have a stro

ng network of salon owners in the surrounding areas.  SimplyBeautySchools.com offers an online career fair to help schools maintain their salon relationships.

In a world with no shortage of magazines, what is always in high demand is quality content. Introducing Vivienne Mackinder’s e-magazine called m.o.d.

This is an exceptionally well done e-magazine that has tutorials that even the most talented stylists can learn from. Vivienne openly shares techniques that she has mastered over several years in the beauty business. As a previous artistic director to Trevor Sorbie and Vidal Sassoon, Vivienne also uses the internet to stream video to your home computer! Never before has it been this easy to attain tutorials and step-by-steps from a living legend – Vivienne Mackinder is paving the way for continued success, inspiration, and leadership for the beauty industry.