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Need help with your cosmetology career? First Chair gives you tips on how to get your first salon job.

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100 Years of Beauty at America's Beauty Show 2012

By Lauren Salapatek | Updated: 09/29/2011 10:32:00 AM
America's Beauty Show is going to be here before you know it! Cosmetologists Chicago invites all salon professionals to celebrate its 100th anniversary at the show this year, March 3-5, 2012 at McCormick Place in downtown Chicago.
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Salon Apprenticeship Programs

By Lauren Salapatek | Updated: 03/18/2011 3:29:11 PM
When you’re ready to start applying to salons, consider those with apprentice programs. These programs can be beneficial to your career for many reasons. Not only will you learn new techniques, get hands-on experience, and learn directly from professionals working in the salon, you will also get a feel for that particular salon’s culture. Apprenticeships also allow you to earn some extra money while learning, and they can help you transition from school life to the workforce.
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Tips from the Top

Updated: 02/17/2011 2:16:27 PM
Since this is a forever-changing industry, you need to be able to keep up with the techniques for cut and color. We are fashion interpreters and need to know not only what’s happening in hair today, but tomorrow and beyond. Even if you don’t like what’s happening in hair at the time, you have to be in the know because your clients may come in and ask for it. Hairdressers thrive on inspiration. If we don’t feel challenged, we become complacent and then boredom sets in. It’s important to always find something fresh to motivate you and keep you going throughout your career.
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Should You Booth Rent?

Updated: 12/01/2010 2:43:35 PM
Whether you become a stylist, an esthetician, nail technician or make-up artist you can choose to be your own boss by working in a booth rental salon. Rather than working on commission or salary for someone else, you can be self-employed. Booth renting can have its advantages and disadvantages. Issues to consider:
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Interviewing 101: Make a Lasting Impression

By Lauren Salapatek | Updated: 11/12/2010 12:04:37 PM
So you’ve got an interview coming up, but you feel unprepared. You’re not sure what to wear, say or bring with you. Have no worries because FIRST CHAIR is going to tell you everything you need to know on getting prepared, shining in your interview and scoring the job of your dreams!
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3 steps to getting a salon job with no experience

Updated: 06/07/2010 8:25:26 AM
How can you get a salon job when you don't have any experience? Follow these three steps to get your foot in the door of the salon of your dreams.
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