Tune in to hear Herson Bautista share how he got started on his way to becoming a Master Barber and Shop owner AND how/why he created the DC Barber Expo, making him a public figure!KEY TAKEAWAYS: -- 8 years of working in multiple shops before I opened my first shop -- What goes down at the DC BARBER EXPO? -- Technical & professional education -- Dancers & Food -- Awards with prizes to level up your skills in your craft AND in the business of barbering -- There is MUCH MORE to our business than just giving shape upsMENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE:-- Herson the Barber: https://www.instagram.com/hersonthebarber/?hl=en-- DC Barber Expo: https://www.instagram.com/dcbarberexpo/?hl=en-- Heritage Barber & Co.: https://www.instagram.com/heritagebarberandco/?hl=enWe deliver curated resources, coaching, advice, and first-hand experience so you may become a well-rounded, self-sufficient, business-savvy, and strong individual, ready to transition or transform yourself and the industry. We won’t stop until we are all: Hairdresser Strong.? LIKE THIS VIDEO? Send me a DM, and let me know! https://www.instagram.com/thehairdresserstrongshow/? HEAD TO OUR WEBSITE for more episodes and resources for hairstylists of all levels: https://www.hairdresserstrong.com/