How to choose a barbershop to rent a chair in

A chair is only as good as the shop around it. Before you commit, weigh three things that decide whether you'll actually fill it.

Location and footfall

Your regulars need an easy trip, and a busy street feeds walk-ins between them. A shop near where your clients live or work usually beats a cheaper chair somewhere quiet.

Terms and flexibility

Read the notice period, deposit and what happens to your bookings if you leave. Being able to start on a couple of days and scale up as you grow matters more than a slightly lower rate.

The shop's crowd and style

A shop whose style and clientele match your work sends you referrals; a mismatch leaves your chair empty. Visit at a busy time and see who's in the seats.

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